Nintendo Announces Biggest Splatoon 3 Splatfest Ever on Nintendo Switch
Get ready to ink and splat your way through the ultimate Splatfest Grand Festival event on Splatoon 3 for Nintendo Switch! The highly anticipated game, known for its colorful ink-based battles, is back with a bang and this time, it’s bigger and better than ever before.
Starting from September 12th, 5 p.m. PT to September 15th, 5 p.m. PT, players with a Nintendo Switch Online membership can participate in the 72-hour festival of music, competition, and community fun. And trust us, you won’t want to miss out on this one-of-a-kind event.
The official announcement from Nintendo exclaims, “From the minute your Inkling or Octoling arrives at the train station and walks through the ink shower unscathed, you’ll understand why this is a Splatfest like no other.” And they’re not kidding. With a three-day celebration revolving around the theme of “Past, Present or Future”, players will have the chance to experience the game in a whole new dimension.
But wait, there’s more – this time, it’s not just the Anarchy Splatcast hosts Deep Cut who are getting in on the action! All three idol groups – Deep Cut, Squid Sisters, and Off the Hook – will be performing during the event, adding an extra level of excitement to the already thrilling Splatfest.
And the fun doesn’t stop there. Nintendo is also releasing new amiibo figures of the Squid Sisters and Off the Hook, based on their appearances in the Splatoon 3 story mode and the paid DLC, Side Order. These highly sought-after collectibles will be available from September 5th, so mark your calendars and don’t miss out on adding them to your collection.
But that’s not all. Nintendo is also offering limited edition event-themed T-shirts and My Nintendo wristbands, which will undoubtedly be a hit among fans. More details about these exclusive items will be revealed on the My Nintendo site as September approaches, so be sure to keep an eye out for them.
Excited yet?
Well, the hype doesn’t end there. Nintendo has also released an interview with the headlining bands of the Splatfest Grand Festival – Deep Cut, Squid Sisters, and Off the Hook – allowing players to get to know their favorite music groups a little better. The interview can be found on the Splatoon 3 official website, so make sure to check it out and get to know the bands before the big event.
With the announcement of this colossal Splatfest Grand Festival, Nintendo has once again raised the bar for gaming and music events. So rally up your friends, get your ink guns ready and prepare yourselves for a weekend of endless fun and competition. Don’t miss out on this epic Splatfest, and who knows, you might just help decide the fate of the Past, Present or Future.
The countdown to Nintendo’s biggest Splatfest ever has officially begun. Are you ready for the ultimate showdown?
We sure are!