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Nintendo Bids Farewell to Splatoon 3 Updates Amid Music Rivalry

Sep 16, 2024 10:18 AM

Nintendo has officially announced that regular updates for Splatoon 3 are coming to an end following the Grand Festival, which served as the game's final Splatfest. This event featured teams representing the game's past, present, and future, with the original game's Callie and Marie clinching first place. While regular updates will conclude, seasonal events like Splatoween and adjustments for weapons will continue for the moment. As the community awaits news on Splatoon 4, the influence of this last Splatfest on the new game’s storyline remains a topic of interest among fans.

What is the future of Splatoon after the end of regular updates for Splatoon 3?

The future of Splatoon includes the possibility of Splatoon 4, as current events and outcomes from Splatoon 3's final Splatfest may impact the narrative direction of the upcoming game. Although regular updates are ending, recurring seasonal events and necessary adjustments suggest ongoing support for the franchise as fans eagerly anticipate new content.

Splatoon 3 debuted on the Nintendo Switch and continued the franchise's unique blend of shooter gameplay and vibrant graphics. Receiving positive reviews, it quickly became a favorite among fans. Its predecessor, Splatoon 2, set high expectations, focusing on competitive multiplayer modes and engaging aesthetics. With the anticipation of a new console on the horizon, the next installment is likely to push the series to new heights.



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Miss Peachy Miss Peachy commented on: 2024-09-16 10:42:03
It’s bittersweet to see regular updates for Splatoon 3 come to a close, but the Grand Festival was an epic way to send it off With the doors open for Splatoon 4, I can't wait to see how the storyline evolves and what new innovations Nintendo will bring to the franchise.
N3rdo N3rdo commented on: 2024-09-16 10:30:04
It's a bittersweet moment for Splatoon fans as we wave goodbye to regular updates, but the legacy of Splatoon 3 will definitely shape the narrative of Splatoon 4. With seasonal events still in the mix, it's clear that the franchise isn’t going anywhere soon, and the anticipation for what's next is just heating up
Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-09-16 10:24:03
It's bittersweet to see Splatoon 3 wrap up its regular updates, but it leaves a ripe canvas for Splatoon 4 to paint on with all that lore and climax from the final Splatfest. The franchise's knack for evolving gameplay and aesthetic will surely keep fans splashing in anticipation
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