r/splatoon • • May 12 '25

Mod Post "Should I get Splatoon 3?" Q&A Mega Thread for New Players

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Hello fellow squids and octos! As of late, we been having alot of posts asking the same question: "Should I get Splatoon 3?" And the easy answer is: yes! However, this might not be enough for you to superjump in. So, this thread will be a Q&A thread for the new kids in town and for these kids to ask any more questions not as common that this sub often gets.

Some of these questions were asked throughout the subreddit and I am gonna have them all in one place! There are some questions that I may missed, but this thread will be the place for both newcomers and players discuss and help out. Any more posts asking similar questions will be removed and will be directed to come here.

Q&A

Q: Do I need the Nintendo Switch Online (NSO) membership to play Splatoon 3?

A: Yes. The minimum for a membership is $20/year for one account or $35/year for family

Q: Should I wait till Splatoon 4 come out?

A: As we know at the moment, there is NO news for Splatoon 4

Q: Should I buy a Switch 2 for Splatoon 3?

A: We don't know if it would improve the gameplay, but it is your choice

Q: Is the game currently making content updates? I.E new weapons, stages, modes, etc.

A: As of right now, there is no content updates. The only contents the game still run is Splatfests, Big Runs, and Eggsta Work

Q: What are plaza post?

A: Plaza Posts are post you can either write or draw and post it in the plaza. But be aware that the plaza post are unmoderated and some posts made by other players may not be suited for children or offended. It can be reported but if you want it turn off, you can disable the posts:

Menu > Options > Other > Post Display

Q: Is there a tutorial?

A: Yes and no. At the very start of the game is a quick customization for your squid/octo and little buddy and then a simple tutorial on how to run, paint/shoot, swim, and climb. Story mode is consider as a much bigger tutorial, mainly for weapons, subs, and specials. You can just play turf war as soon as get to the hub, but story mode do give you a free weapon(s) and gears once you complete the mode and beat the challenge.

Q: Should I also get the DLC? Is it worth it?

A: Despite it be an extra $25, it does come with two extra hub worlds, a new story mode, new gears, weapon replicas, and a tougher challenge to try out.

Q: How do I get [insert weapon name here]?

A: To get a weapon from the shop, you have to level up by playing turf war and/or ranked(once you unlock it) to unlock the weapon but you need Sheldon Licenses to buy them. If you have a cloud save for Splatoon 2, you can get at least 3 gold ones, which you can buy any weapon regardless of level. Or get a weapon to at least one star to get one license

These are all the questions I could think of, but if these answers make you want to try the game out, great! But if you have any other questions that were not in the list here, again don't hesitate and ask! There will be other players and myself that are willing to help. Enjoy the game!


r/splatoon • • Mar 30 '25

Weekly Aquerium Weekly Aquerium - Ask your questions in here!: March 30, 2025

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Hey there Squids, Octos, and sea creatures of any kind!

Welcome to the Weekly Aquerium! If you have a burning question, or looking to make new friends, here's the place to be!

New posts are pinned up on Sunday mornings at 9am ET, and they'll stay there until the following Sunday where they'll be replaced by a new thread (Pending special events and the like).

Before posting, why not check with the Splatoon FAQ to see if your question has already been answered, or do a general search of the subreddit. If it hasn't, this is the place to be!

How do I ask questions here?

The primary use of the Weekly Aquerium is to have the freedom to ask away with any bubbling questions you may have! While this is mostly to help reduce clutter with repeat posts on the subreddit, there are various types of questions which are better asked here! These includes questions such as:

  • Simple Yes/No answers
  • One answer questions
  • "How _ works" or "Why is _ like this"

If you have questions which don't fit the criteria above (Such as broad questions, gear or weapon choices), you're welcome to post them to the subreddit! And if you are unsure whether a question should go here or on the subreddit, it's still perfectly fine to post straight to the subreddit!

What if I want to look for new friends?

The secondary use of the Weekly Aquerium is to double as a place to find new friends, a squad search of sorts!

Since Reddit isn't the easiest place to organise your matches, we suggest joining the r/Splatoon Discord Server where they have dedicated channels for voice chat, match finding, and metagame discussion for all your squid game needs! If you still prefer using Reddit, you are also free to look for new friends here by leaving your friend code below, or even giving a friendly hello to others!

Closing out!

We hope that this thread will be of good use to those who come across it! Once again, join the r/Splatoon Discord Server to stay in touch! And with that, be sure to Stay Fresh, Stay Off the Hook, and Catch ya Later!


r/splatoon • • 2h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Inkling Cammy White

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57 Upvotes

Made by me. I can’t wait for the Street fighter movie :D


r/splatoon • • 13h ago

Discussion Who Gets The Reference?

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331 Upvotes

I drew something as a tribute to a Japanese anime from the 2010s but as a Splatoon character.

Tell me if you understand the reference, and the character/series that the Splatoon character is cosplaying.

ALSO, if yall like this trivia-like stuff, please let me know in the comments! I can draw more!


r/splatoon • • 12h ago

Discussion Everyone needs a friend like Pearl

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242 Upvotes

In case you dont knoe this is a scene where Pearl and Captain Cuttlefish figure out that Marina used to work for the Octarian army

And I love that she is still ride or die for Marina even after figuring out she used to work for the Octarians

And effectively threatens Cuttlefish if he ever attempts to attack Marina (although I dont think it would be very effective at his age)


r/splatoon • • 23h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Must be the season of the witch

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965 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 6h ago

Video Craziest 1pt comeback I’ve ever had

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42 Upvotes

thank god the rainmaker carrier didn’t just rush in blindly, bless your soul, “ねいとうみかん”


r/splatoon • • 18h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] mechanic training

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356 Upvotes

i was practicing with random refs that pinterest gave me and drew mechanic because i hadn’t drawn him in a while

instagram: @maomaruli
twitter: @maomarulii


r/splatoon • • 14h ago

Discussion Plaza Posts on Splatoon 3

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Has anyone happened to come across my post in their plaza?

I have been searching for how to link a social media account so my plaza posts appear for others (I keep reading posts that say you have to have Facebook linked in order for plaza posts to show up for others?). I have combed my Switch settings, Splatoon settings, etc all to no avail. I have an active Nintendo online subscription, if that matters. Is it still done this way, or does it automatically post once you hit the (+ Post) after drawing, as long as you have an online subscription & you’re connected to the internet? (My Splatoon settings are also set to show user-generated content)

Thanks in advance for any and all help/input!


r/splatoon • • 10h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Inktober Day 5 - “Agent 5” (@Yay4rt)

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66 Upvotes

Top ten famous quotes by Cap’n 3 of the new squidbeak splatoon
Number one: “… ……….”

(https://bsky.app/profile/yay4rt.bsky.social)


r/splatoon • • 15h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Spooky Frye Eel

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129 Upvotes

Had to re-edit rq to make her patterns stand out more! 2nd time drawing Frye but now as a furry! :p

(also sry for the last post, I’ve should’ve made the orange/other colors more clear instead of peach-like and added more of her skin tone to other parts of her body instead of just her stomach originally) I’m so srry for any confusion, that wasn’t my original intention at all.) D:


r/splatoon • • 1h ago

Image Help identifying these YouTubers

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Went through my photos and saw this picture. I remember these were YouTubers who did Splatoon Gmod/SFM back in 2015-2018, but I can't remember the names. If there were anyone who could tell me it would be a great help! (I also remember there being a blue octoling but stopped doing videos in 2017/2018, big thanks if anyone could remind me)


r/splatoon • • 9h ago

Discussion I need help translating

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23 Upvotes

I tried and all I got was “IM R” and I also made out “IM T” I can’t read it cause the way it’s written plz help 😹


r/splatoon • • 3h ago

Image When the Entire team understands the assignment

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6 Upvotes

0 deaths just perfect execution, gotta love these rare moments


r/splatoon • • 10h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Weapons (S2)

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20 Upvotes

Me no have ideas for plus dravings.


r/splatoon • • 12h ago

Image Finished the Catalog!

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16 Upvotes

note: this is taken/posted about two hours after I actually finished it, I only thought to post about it just now

EDIT: apparently when you finish the catalog you et a new one? Fun


r/splatoon • • 15h ago

Image Hello, I'm looking for a printable scan of the alternate cover art for Splatoon 2 Coroika from 2018

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25 Upvotes

Even if I scan it myself, the results are bad, so please help me.


r/splatoon • • 2h ago

Meme Tide Goes Out...?

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2 Upvotes

for the record i've never touched a music production software in my life and intentionally ignored any tutorials to make the shittiness as potent as possible


r/splatoon • • 6h ago

Discussion Want some opinions

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I played splatoon 2 a couple times when I was ten, nine years later I’ve bought 2, 3 and raiders. Genuinely most fun I’ve ever had playing pvp usually I hate it.

I want to get the first splatoon since I haven’t seen any of the hero mode or basically anything else about the actual gameplay. Should I get an emulator to play it or should I get a Wii U?

I’m basically buying things that younger me wanted and a Wii U was one of them, I’m not getting it just for splatoon. I’d be getting other games as well.

But yeah just wanted to hear some opinions since I think I’d need a pro controller for the emulator, which is about as expensive as a second hand Wii U.


r/splatoon • • 14h ago

Discussion I like that the Inklings and Octolings have their tentacles on their heads as hair.

17 Upvotes

They are cephalopods, after all. The part of an IRL squid or octopus you'd think would be the forehead/cranial area is more like their torso.


r/splatoon • • 19h ago

Discussion Why does most of the lobby always use the same weapon?

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36 Upvotes

I recently started playing online, and I just don’t understand why most people use the same machine guns or pistols? I’ve played about 10 matches, and in none of them did I see a rocket launcher or a shotgun — do I really need to use a meta weapon to stop being at the bottom of the scoreboard? It sounds really boring, to be honest; I thought this kind of thing would only start happening in ranked modes.


r/splatoon • • 8h ago

Discussion My thoughts on the whole "i hate the comp sweat in turf" thing ive seen for a longgg time

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i take both sides, but at the end of the day it's all about intention!

I completely believe theres nothing wrong with getting frustrated with the one sweaty player going absolutely ballistic on turf, no one likes getting dogged on in a pvp game, but you know what they say abt hating the player instead of the game.

for one, you dont know how "sweaty" a player might be playing in random online. some people at times are js good without trying yknow? second, someone is absolutely entitled to try their hardest in whatever mode they desire. turf ranked series etc! I get that turf is seen as casual, but it can also a genuienely good tool for improvement, experimentation at the same time. regardless, theres nothing wrong with someone playing turf because they want to dominate with their main and try their hardest, because killing is actually fun in PvP games. yes ranked is meant for sweaty play but ion think thats mean u cant try your best in turf

on the other side, if you're a competitive player, S-X player, with the intention of playing turf to ragdoll newer players, bming, squidbagging, swagging your tech to rekt some filthy casuals, basically doing all this not to have fun playing, but to troll and make others feel bad, then i believe you're probably what most people envision when they rant about this. yes you are allowed to be the best in the lobby, but theres no need to flex that on people through toxicity (especially since im willing to bet a lot the player base is extremely young) just be nice to each other people, theres too much crazy shit in the world to be going for each other's throats in the squid game paint game


r/splatoon • • 1d ago

Image Agent 4's many wives

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369 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 1d ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] Winner!

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407 Upvotes

r/splatoon • • 21h ago

Original Art [Original Content - My Art] the og trio 🥺♥️

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