Nintendo’s Splatoon Research Lab is back to details new weapons and coming soon to Splatoon 3 Chill Season including the new Splattershot Nova weapon and Flounder Heights map.
November 15, 2022
The Splattershot Nova is a brand-new variant of the original Splattershot with a slightly different design. It trades power for overall balance and better aiming, so the weapon is suitable for newcomers and veterans alike. The Ballistics team at Splatoon Research Lab provides a brief look into the new weapon:
Also, this isn't Ballistics's business, but we peeked at Real Estate's desk and saw that a new stage is coming next season! It's called Brinewater Springs, and it's hilly and packed with hot springs. Defend the high ground or risk it all to invade from below? The choice is yours! pic.twitter.com/PDlMaHk3mt
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 15, 2022
As shown above, Brinewater Springs is one of the new maps coming to Splatoon 3 Chill Season in December. The new map is filled with hot springs and hills, so defending the high ground is key to victory.
November 16, 2022
Splatoon 3 Chill Season introduces the Big Swig Roller, a new roller that utilizes “wide-rolling technology.” Although the weapon is large, it’s rather efficient at using ink. As a result, players will be able to cover wide areas with fewer swings than a standard roller.
SRL Real Estate here. Ballistics has been banished from our cubicle. And we've got more news—the return of Flounder Heights! The place has been redeveloped nicely…just in time to get absolutely drenched in ink. Our advice? Learn how to get on the rooftops if you want to win. pic.twitter.com/oEA6z5AZoj
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 16, 2022
Flounder Heights returns from the original Splatoon game for Splatoon 3 Chill Season. The map has been redeveloped, but returning players should feel right at home. Learning to control areas from the rooftops is key to winning matches on Flounder Heights.
November 17, 2022
The Snipewriter 5H is a brand-new charger that holds up to five shots. The new weapon shoots pencil-lead projectiles which splat into ink on contact. Splatoon 3 Chill Season’s new charger weapon is powerful in the hands of skilled players due to its high capacity mag as well.
SRL Ballistics again! We're done with Real Estate drama and here to talk about the Snipewriter 5H, a new charger that holds up to five shots. Its projectiles look like pencil lead but splat like ink—and the high-capacity mag can help YOU write the ending you want for your battle! pic.twitter.com/BoFg3O7CYZ
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 17, 2022
The Splatoon Research Lab reminds players that X Battles are coming to Splatoon 3 when the Chill Season launches. Players ranked S+0 or higher may take part in highly competitive matches by putting X Power on the line. X Battles are split into two divisions: Takoroka Division and Tentatek Division. The Takoroka Division covers Japan, Hong Kong, South Korea, Australia, and New Zealand whereas the Americas and Europe play in the Tentatek Division.
November 18, 2022
Splatoon 3 Chill Season features the all-new Marooner’s Bay stage for Salmon Run. The map features sandbars and a ship for sufficient elevated ground for when the high tide rolls in.
SRL Real Estate back with info on a Salmon Run stage coming during Chill Season—Marooner's Bay! It's an egg-collector's dream with sandbars and a ship in need of minor TLC. Views abound from all elevations, and the land comes with tideland rights! Just don't linger at low tide… pic.twitter.com/OeOusVBYFH
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 18, 2022
November 21, 2022
Splatoon Research Lab Ballistics revealed the golden Aerospray MG set. The Aerospray MG is back with flashy golden flair, and the newly-equipped Sprinkler sub and Booyah Bombs help the new weapon perform admirably in turf wars.
We're also overflowing with pride to announce the Slosher Deco, a slosher that's upgraded with a tactical sticker. Combined with the Angle Shooter sub and Zipcaster special, this loadout should be a bucketload of fun. Use the Zipcaster to reach high ground, then rain ink down! pic.twitter.com/Qiue3yy7sF
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 21, 2022
The upgraded Slosher Deco arrives in Chill Season with a tactical sticker. Equipped with the Angle Shooter sub and Zipcaster special, the Slosher Deco helps players reach the high ground for maximum turf coverage.
November 22, 2022
The Inkbrush Nouveau makes its debut as an Inkbrush weapon with upgraded bristles, Ink Mines, and the Ultra Stamp. Alongside the Inkbrush Nouveau, the reimagined Dapple Dualies Nouveau will be introduced. Moreover, Dapple Dualies Nouveau features a Torpedo sub and Reefslider special for those wanting to constantly be in firefights.
And we're not done! Check out the Dapple Dualies Nouveau, a reimagining of the Dualies you know and love. Paired with the Torpedo sub and Reefslider special, this set is for folks who crave drama and want to get right in the middle of the action. Like us! pic.twitter.com/KO8Ea5eZHt
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 22, 2022
November 24, 2022
The Forge Splattershot Pro is a special collaboration weapon in partnership with the Forge brand in Splatoon 3. The weapon includes powerful Suction Bombs and Booyah Bombs for Splattershot veterans to take advantage of.
Happy Turkey Day! SRL Ballistics again, showing off the Forge Splattershot Pro—a special collab with the brand Forge. This setup lets you control the action with Suction Bombs and Booyah Bombs…and look good doing it! We think Splattershot Pro mains will be especially thankful. pic.twitter.com/KKSEJIwXxI
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 24, 2022
As a reminder, players may customize their lockers with decorations and stickers in Splatoon 3. Chill Season will introduce new decorations and stickers for players to add to their collection. Further, certain T-Shirts may be folded up for display in the locker by pressing the L-Stick.
No, really, it's the perfect time, because you can now FOLD certain T-shirts by pressing the L Stick. You can still hang T-shirts, of course, but imagine a neatly folded stack—we're swooning just thinking about it. What? You don't swoon over good organization? pic.twitter.com/pTEu7Q2705
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 24, 2022
November 25, 2022
Black Friday is here, and the Splatoon Research Lab introduced two brand-new weapons arriving in Chill Season. First, the Luna Blaster Neo is an alternative to the original Luna Blaster. The new Luna Blaster Nero features Fizzy Bombs and the Ultra Stamp.
I'm going for it! Ooo, look at this—the Zink Mini Splatling! It comes with Toxic Mist—"to slow down opponents and make the most of your mobility," according to Ballistics's notes. And the Big Bubbler "creates a safe space." Unlike the office fridge, which I'm raiding right now! pic.twitter.com/F2PMmSnBWi
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 25, 2022
The Zink Mini Splatling will rattle enemies with rapid shots and the Toxic Mist, which slows down opponents. The Zink Mini Splatling’s Big Bubbler provides a defensive space for teammates in heavy fire.
November 28, 2022
Another roller makes its arrival on December 1: the Carbon Roller Deco. The newly-designed roller features Burst Bombs and the long-range Trizooka. Players having difficulty splatting opponents with standard rollers should try out the Carbon Roller Deco.
And how about the Custom Splattershot Jr.? Little sibling to the Splattershot no longer with the Torpedo sub and Wave Breaker special! Both special and sub help reveal enemy positions so YOU can be the quiet MVP in the corner setting up your team for success. pic.twitter.com/jzZ8DrJ2SR
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 28, 2022
The new Custom Splattershot Jr comes with the Torpedo sub and Wave Breaker special. Custom Splattershot Jr should be a great weapon for beginners and Splatoon veterans alike.
Splatoon 3 players can expect new cards for Tableturf Battle and music info display during matches in Chill Season. Artist and song title will be displayed so players may remember tracks that stand out to them.
Ahem! Musicology here, if we can get a word in edgewise. We're happy to announce that once Chill Season starts, you'll see the title and artist info for music that plays during battles! It'll be easier than ever to support your favorite artists…and show off for your friends. pic.twitter.com/NvK4xbNK1r
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 28, 2022
November 30, 2022
The final Splatoon Research Lab update introduces one more new weapon before Splatoon 3 Chill Season arrives. Before then, a few more details about Salmon Run were shared.
The Grizzco Terminal now lets players save set combos for stages, Salmonid enemies, special conditions, and more as “job scenarios.” Players may replay job scenarios as Private Jobs, and each job scenario is given a unique code. These codes may be shared and downloaded by others at the Grizzco Terminal.
Each saved job scenario is issued a unique code. You can download job scenarios created by other players by inputting their codes into the Grizzco terminal. Share your codes with friends, and compete for the highest score! pic.twitter.com/pH6WSUQ0nk
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 30, 2022
The Tentatek Splattershot will be available starting with Chill Season on December 1. Tentatek Splatttershot is equipped with Splat Bombs and the Triple Inkstrike special for an all-rounder loadout.
Ballistics is done, but Imaging has an update! From Chill Season on, you can enter Photo Mode while on recon. That means you can splat around on any stage and document your high jinks—and it even works with Private Battles! Why not get the crew together and take a team photo?
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) November 30, 2022
To close out news leading into the launch of Chill Season, Nintendo detailed the game’s Photo Mode. Players may enter Photo Mode in Private Battles and recon mode. Since the version 2.0.0 update is available now, players may try out Photo Mode right now.
Lastly, Splatoon 3 is available now for Nintendo Switch, and Chill Season begins on December 1.