Splatoon 3
- September 9, 2022
- Nintendo
"Splatoon 3" is a comedy shooter game for Nintendo Switch, featuring 2-player, multi-player, co-op, and single-player options. The game takes place in the sun-scorched Splatlands, where you can battle in new stages, use fresh moves like squid surge, and experiment with new and modified weapons. Get ready to ink your way to victory in this exciting sequel.
Nintendo Switch
Reviews
- Core paint-based zone mechanics still work incredibly well.
- Single-player campaign iterates with lots of types of stage challenges and offers excellent variety of modes.
- New multiplayer maps feel great and take advantage of new traversal tools, enhancing the overall gameplay experience.
- Lack of enemy variety in the story campaign feels repetitive and samey.
- Frequent disconnects in multiplayer hinder progression and can be frustrating.
- The game could use more content and gameplay mechanics to help set it apart from previous versions.
- gameplay5 mentions
- 20 % positive mentions
- 80 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The gameplay is praised for its core paint-based mechanics, which remain effective, and the single-player campaign offers a variety of engaging stage challenges. Multiplayer modes are enhanced with new maps and weapons, providing a familiar yet fresh experience, although some players note a desire for more content and minor balance issues. Additionally, the tableturf battle mode is highlighted as a fun and clever addition that could be enjoyed independently.
“The core paint-based zone mechanics still work incredibly well, the single-player campaign iterates with lots of types of stage challenges, new multiplayer maps feel great and take advantage of the new traversal tool, and tableturf battle is a joyful, clever distraction that could stand on its own.”
“The same fantastic multiplayer gameplay features nifty new stages and weapons, an excellent variety of modes, and likeable familiar and new characters.”
“The gameplay offers a fantastic variety of modes and challenges, making it engaging and enjoyable for both single-player and multiplayer experiences.”
“Could use even more content and gameplay mechanics to help set it apart; currently has some minor balance and rubber-banding issues.”
“Could use even more content and gameplay mechanics to help set it apart; currently has some minor balance and rubber-banding issues.”
- story2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The story campaign is criticized for its lack of enemy variety, leading to a repetitive experience. Additionally, players express frustration with frequent disconnects in multiplayer, which hinder progression and highlight the need for improved communication tools during complex battles.
“The lack of enemy variety in the story campaign feels repetitive.”
“Frequent disconnects in multiplayer are frustrating and hinder progression.”
“The more complex anarchy battles highlight the need for better communication tools.”
