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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 10

The first Splatoon series spin-off is coming! #SplatoonRaiders will center around a mechanic adventuring with Deep Cut to the mysterious Spirhalite Islands. We'll keep you updated as we conduct further research into this ongoing development.

Deep Cut and the Splatoon Raiders protagonist.

A close look at the Splatoon Raiders protagonist, who is holding a weapon similar in appearance to a soda bottle.

Deep Cut and the Splatoon Raiders protagonist looking towards a tornado in the distance.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · 1d

Here's a list of all the in-game events going on in Splatoon 3 this month!

In addition to the eerie excitement of Splatoween, there's a Sheldon's Dress-up Showdown as well! Put your skills to the test with a random weapon and gear.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · 12d

A creepy vibe is in the air, and we're getting our costumes together, which means Splatoween is coming!

The question this year asks: Which would be the best friend? A Zombie, a Skeleton, or a Ghost?

This event kicks off Oct 24 at 5pm PT through Oct 26 at 5pm PT.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · 14d

Introducing Elite Challenge – a fresh new in-game event for seasoned splatters!

This inaugural, solo-only event takes place on Dec 6th between 12pm PT and 2pm PT and is open to the top 1000 players in the Splat Zone X Rankings for Drizzle Season 2025.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Sep 6

Drip, drip, the 2025 Drizzle Season is on! Here's your September schedule of upcoming events, including a Big Run at the Um'ami Ruins. Forecasts include a chance of King Salmonids touching down, so take extra care.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Aug 23

A message from Grizzco just hit our desk!

"The next Big Run is expected to happen from 9/19 at 5pm PT to 9/21 at 5pm PT at the Um'ami Ruins. Our sources indicate King Salmoninds are likely to appear, so stay alert. As always, we appreciate our employees' teambuilding synergy."

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Aug 4

Here's a look at what's happening in August!
An Eggstra Work event is on the way, so we hope to see you there in your shining slopsuit!!

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 22

The July Monthly Challenge is taking place on July 25 and July 26. This time it's a Turf War tussle, so let that ink fly!

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 21

Summer greetings to everyone from the Squid Research Lab!

We hope you're staying cool and hydrated through this sweltering summer heat, we recommend a hat and a water bottle. Or a parasol and sparkling water if you're feeling fancy.

Enjoy your summer battles!

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 14

The Summer Nights Splatfest is a wrap!
With a score of 490p, Team Sea have proven themselves the titans of transportation!
Thanks to everyone who participated, and as always, be sure to claim your super sea snails in the plaza!

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 11

The Summer Nights Splatfest starts tonight at 5pm PT! Which type of travel will reach the finish line first? Land, Sea, or Air?

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 9

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Here are two Summer Nights images that haven't been posted by the official account yet.

Also, the times shown are an hour late, the Splatfest starts July 11 5pm PT and ends July 13 5pm PT.

Team artwork for July 2025's Summer Nights Splatfest.
Source: https://splatoon.nintendo.com/en/events/

Promotional artwork showcasing the Splatana Wiper RUS-T, Bulbz Tri-Stringer and Twinklez Splat Dualies.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jul 9

Our apologies for being a little late, but here's a look at all the events happening in Splatoon 3 in July!

And don't forget to pick up your free gear via the Splatoon 3 News article before the Summer Nights Splatfest kicks off!

Schedule of Splatoon 3 events during July 2025.

7/2-7/3: Extreme Jump Battle
7/9-7/10: Sheldon Sampler Challenge
7/11-7/13: Summer Nights Splatfest
7/20-7/21: Art Battle for the Ages
7/25-7/26: Monthly Challenge
7/29-7/30: Foggy Notion

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 21

To celebrate Summer Nights, some throwback Splatoon 2 gear is on its way! These fresh fits will be distributed via a Splatoon 3 News article on your Nintendo Switch system.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 21

Things are heating up, a special Summer Nights Splatfest is inkoming!

This year's vacation-y question: Which would you rather travel by? Land, Sea, or Air?

The festivities kick off on July 11 at 6pm PT until July 13 at 6pm PT.

Promotional artwork for the Splatoon 3 Summer Nights Splatfest.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 12

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The next Big Run will take place from 5PM PT on 6/13 to 5PM PT on 6/15 at Undertow Spillway!

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 12

The Tournament Manager service has been updated with the Team Rank feature! This unique benchmark is based on Anarchy Power and allows you to set up tournaments with a set range of team ranks. See below for more: ninten.do/6014SqIxs

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 12

Along with the recent update to the Splatoon 3 game, SplatNet 3 now has updated information about weapons! You can now see the Series Weapon Power for all your weapons, as well as your Best Nine—the nine weapons in your arsenal with the highest Series Weapon Power.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

[Notification] Update data Ver 10.0.0 for #Splatoon3 will be available later today. Please see the following page for additional details:

ninten.do/6010SqvMG

How to Update Splatoon 3 | Nintendo Support

Follow these steps to update Splatoon 3, or review the software's update history.

ninten.do

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Starz Dynamo Roller is an eye-catching weapon coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Capture the opposition with a Point Sensor and Killer Wail 5.1.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Bulbz Tri-Stringer is a bright and shining weapon coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Box your opponents into a corner with the Angle Shooter and Inkjet.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Cometz Octobrush is a bright and shining weapon coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Make your victory wish come true with Autobombs and a Kraken Royale.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Glitterz L-3 Nozzlenose is a weapon with a nostalgic design coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Get into an offensive mindset with Splat Bombs and the Inkjet.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Planetz Big Swig Roller is a weapon with a nostalgic design coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Deliver some excitement with the Torpedo sub and Triple Splashdown special.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Twinklez Splat Dualies are a weapon with a nostalgic design coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Stay flexible in any situation with Fizzy Bombs and a Big Bubbler.

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Splatoon North America @splatoonnamirror.bsky.social · Jun 11

The Patternz Undercover Brella is a specially wrapped weapon coming from Emberz in the Splatlands Collection. Get flashy in battle with Curling Bombs and the Killer Wail 5.1.

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