Nintendo has begun to share more information about Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season including new weapons, maps, and Challenges. Sizzle Season begins on June 1, and players can also expect new clothing and cards to add to their collection.
Some of the new Splatoon 3 content coming in Sizzle Season includes the new Barnacle & Dime multiplayer stage, Painbrush and S-BLAST ’92 weapons, and Jammin’ Salmon Junction Salmon Run stage. Further, Sizzle Season introduces new cards, a new clothing catalog, and new Challenges. Nintendo plans to regularly share more information about Sizzle Season leading into launch day.
All the Info About Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season
May 17, 2023
The iconic Super Scope is finally coming to Splatoon 3 as the S-BLAST ’92, one of the new Sizzle Season weapons. S-BLAST ’92 wielders may take advantage of a precision firing mode and a short-range blast mode. Players may activate the short-range mode by jumping while firing. While on the ground, the precision mode will be automatically enabled with extended range.
Sorry—we're just so excited. Check out this video of the S-BLAST '92 in action. No batteries required! And note that jumping while firing is how you activate the shorter-range firing mode with bigger blasts. Keep your feet on the ground to hit faraway targets with precision. pic.twitter.com/tPHvMusgF2
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 17, 2023
The League Battle feature from Splatoon 2 returns in Splatoon 3 Chill Season with a new name: Challenges. Solo players and teams may enjoy matches with special rules for a limited time. Challenges will come and go in Splatoon 3, and the feature may act as a tourney qualifier according to Nintendo. The first Challenge is called New Season Challenge, and it will be active in three windows. These windows are June 2 from 9 p.m. to 11 p.m., June 3 from 5 a.m. to 7 a.m., and June 3 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. (all times in PDT).
Keep your eyes peeled for more Challenges in the future. From one with Too Many Trizookas—where you can fire the Trizooka almost endlessly—to an Extreme Jump Battle with powered-up jumping physics, the possibilities are endless! pic.twitter.com/g60jpRYaXL
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 17, 2023
Nintendo also revealed three new Challenges coming to Splatoon 3 after New Season Challenge concludes. These Challenges are Too Many Trizookas, Foggy Notion, and Extreme Jump Battle. In Too Many Trizookas, Trizooka weapons may be fired endlessly. Foggy Notion envelopes an entire multiplayer map with a dense fog, and Extreme Jump Battle changes jumping physics for a limited time.
May 18, 2023
Nintendo describes the Painbrush to be the heaviest and newest brush in Splatoon 3. The first swing from the Painbrush is slow, but subsequent swings are fast with wider ink strokes. Players may hold down the ZR button to advance quickly with the Painbrush.
And here it is in action! Note how the first swing is slow, but subsequent swings fling ink fast and wide. Plus, you can hold down the ZR Button to advance quickly as needed. If battling is an art, this brush could be…an art tool? IDK. We're scientists, not artists. pic.twitter.com/4xrAd1A9Qq
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 18, 2023
Sizzle Season introduces Anarchy Power, which is calculated when a team of 2-4 players plays at least five Anarchy Battles (Open) without disbanding. Anarchy Power is separate from normal Rank Points according to Nintendo. Anarchy Power is only shown while having the Match Menu open in a team, but players can check the lobby terminal later to see the highest value recorded. In Sizzle Season and beyond, players may change gear between battles while keeping the team together.
May 19, 2023
The new Jammin’ Salmon Junction map will be introduced into Salmon Run in Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season. The new map is the site of multilane highway that fell into disrepair and was later turned into a concert venue.
Happy Friday! SRL Real Estate here with great news heading into the weekend—we've discovered a new Salmon Run stage! Known as Jammin' Salmon Junction, the site was a multilane highway that fell into disrepair before being upcycled into a concert venue. Hope it was done to code! pic.twitter.com/U39R3gWSj5
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 19, 2023
Eggstra Work is getting a major update in Sizzle Season, allowing solo players to enjoy the mode and reach a new high score. The next Eggstra Work event is scheduled for June 30 through July 2. Additionally, the next Big Run event is scheduled for June 9 at 5 p.m. PDT to June 11 at 5 p.m. PDT.
May 22, 2023
Two more weapons have been revealed for Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season: the H-3 Nozzlenose D and Rapid Blaster Pro Deco. The H-3 Nozzlenose D is a new version of the regular H-3 Nozzlenose D with Big Bubbler, Splash Wall, and a new emblem. Rapid Blaster Pro Deco is another revamped weapon, which comes equipped with the Angle Shooter and Killer Wail 5.1.
And speaking of weapons with updated designs and loadouts, here's the Rapid Blaster Pro Deco! Now you can bounce attacks all over the map with the Angle Shooter and turn up the volume on your offense with the Killer Wail 5.1 special. Sounds good to us! pic.twitter.com/vWfG15efXI
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 22, 2023
May 23, 2023
Sizzle Season brings the new Barnacle & Dime map into Splatoon 3. The new map is located in a Splatsville upscale mall with a giant series of fountains. Customers may be seen shopping at the mall around the exterior of the map.
SRL here again! Buckle your Science Seat Belt (patent pending), because we've got tons of info for you. First, check out the new Barnacle & Dime stage in Splatsville! It's an upscale mall with a fancy fountain that doubles as a battleground. Shop, save, and splat all at once! pic.twitter.com/tXW3stSW8x
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 23, 2023
Splatoon 3 players will have access to the new Light Tetra Dualies and Tenta Sorella Brella weapons. The Light Tetra Dualies are redesigned Tetra Dualies featuring the Sprinkler sub and Zipcaster special. Additionally, this weapon allows for four consecutive dodge rolls, allowing the player to evade oncoming fire. Tenta Sorella Brella is an offense-focused version of the Tenta Brella with Ink Mines and the Trizooka.
You know what? We're just going to hand Ballistics the mic. Ahem. Is this thing on? Check out the Tenta Sorella Brella! It's a more offensive-focused version of the Tenta Brella, allowing you to place Ink Mines or fire the Trizooka while using launched brellas as diversions. pic.twitter.com/SdIrZcExA5
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 23, 2023
May 24, 2023
Two more revamped weapons are coming to Splatoon 3 Sizzle Season in the form of the Splatana Wiper Deco and Annaki Splattershot Nova. Splatana Wiper Deco performs identically to the existing Splatana Wiper, but the new weapon has a redesign. Additionally, Splatana Wiper Deco includes Squid Beakon and Tenta Missiles. Meanwhile, Annaki Splattershot Nova is a collaboration between the Splattershot makers and the Annaki brand. This new weapon is equipped with Ink Mines and the Inkjet.
And here's the Splatana Wiper Deco, which offers the same performance as the Splatana Wiper with a redesigned aesthetic. With sneaky use of your Squid Beakon sub, you can slip behind enemy lines and wreak havoc. Maybe even fire off some Tenta Missiles! pic.twitter.com/E52Ggl0dWS
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 24, 2023
The Humpback Bump map from Splatoon 2 makes its triumphant return in Splatoon 3 during the new season. It’s layout is virtually identical to its previous appearance in Splatoon 2.
SRL coming right back with footage of the returning Humpback Pump Track stage in action! With winding curves, hills, and valleys, this former bicycle track makes for a topsy-turvy battlefield where teams usually fight to control the central ground. pic.twitter.com/fGOMVEQcvb
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 24, 2023
May 25, 2023
11 new Tableturf Battle cards will be added to the game when Sizzle Season launches. Additionally, win streaks for online matches will now be visible in Sizzle Season and beyond. The streak resets to zero when the player leaves a room.
Also, win streaks for online matches will now be displayed in-game! The streak starts when you join a room and resets to zero when you leave. Plus, we'll be getting other nifty upgrades, like a lift of the current rank cap and room permanence even when the room creator leaves! pic.twitter.com/xedNuDEZLj
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 25, 2023
May 26, 2023
Three more revamped weapons are coming in Sizzle Season: Custom Dualie Squelchers, Heavy Splatling Deco, and Big Swig Roller Express. All three weapons perform similarly to their original counterparts, but these weapons are equipped with different sub and special weapons.
Happy Friday from SRL Ballistics! Today we're showing off the Custom Dualie Squelchers, which come paired with the Squid Beakon sub and the Super Chump special. Gather allies with the Squid Beakon, and then bamboozle opponents with your Super Chump before an all-out blitz! pic.twitter.com/4KJ8l5H8L1
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 26, 2023
First, Custom Dualie Squelchers come equipped with the Squid Beakon and Super Chump. The Heavy Splatling Deco features the Point Sensor and Kraken Royale, and the Big Swig Roller Express includes the Angle Shooter and Ink Storm. Players may enjoy these weapons with a fresh new coat of paint and style.
Last one today—meet the Big Swig Roller Express! Despite the name, it's not any faster than the Big Swig Roller, but it comes with the Angle Shooter sub to help you set up a wide-ranging attack. And when the forecast calls for an Ink Storm, you've got the special to dial one up! pic.twitter.com/U4sfOQlrIB
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 26, 2023
May 30, 2023
The version 4.0.0 update launches for Splatoon 3, bringing official support for Sizzle Season ahead of the June 1 launch. Nintendo confirms that Sizzle Season will bring new stickers and retro consoles for a player’s locker. These retro consoles include the SNES, Nintendo 64, and Nintendo Gamecube.
SRL here with even more Sizzle Season findings. We've obtained an image of pretty much the coolest locker ever. Yes, we're scientists, but we're not immune to the charms of fresh stickers and retro game systems. Whoever owns this—wanna trade? Offering petri dishes and lab coats. pic.twitter.com/bN9h5rROKU
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 30, 2023
Yoko & the Gold Bazookas will bring new battle tunes in Sizzle Season, including the song “Rockagilly Blues.” Listen to a minute of the new music track below.
Here's another one from Yoko & the Gold Bazookas, called Rockagilly Blues. It's a little heavier on twangy guitar, but it's still a hornucopia of brassy tones from all those gold bazookas. And with that bluesy, rockabilly sound, we're surprised they didn't call it… OH. OHHH. pic.twitter.com/oquOImsdTE
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 30, 2023
Several multiplayer changes and adjustments will be made alongside the introduction of new features. For instance, two exceptional players on a winning team may now fist bump after their victory emotes.
SRL here with yet more discoveries on the cusp of Sizzle Season. Did you know that when two players on the winning team perform exceptionally well, they'll do a fist bump after their victory emotes? We do the same at SRL every time we publish findings! pic.twitter.com/iEypvCJBpm
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 30, 2023
Starting with version 4.0.0, players can now view the locker room, check notifications, or watch ghosts during the matchmaking process. The ability to create Private Matches with the Nintendo Switch Online mobile app has been streamlined as well.
And for SplatNet 3 users, creating Private Battles is now easier. You can create a room directly from the app and share an invite on social media or other channels. Whether you're creating the room or receiving an invite, select Private Battle in the Splatoon 3 lobby to join. pic.twitter.com/Q31MSIlGl1
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 30, 2023
Lastly, Splatoon 3 is available now for Nintendo Switch worldwide.
