Splatoon 3's side order DLC drops this February

Nintendo has revealed that the upcoming 'Splatoon 3 Side Order DLC' will drop on the Nintendo Switch this February 22, 2024, offering players a brand-new single-player campaign to delve into. This expansion promises a fresh storyline where players take on the role of Agent 8 alongside a drone that bears a resemblance to Off the Hook's Pearl. The DLC will include a slew of challenges within a mysterious and colorless version of the previous game's hub, Inkopolis Square, and features a replayable experience with upgradeable abilities through color chips.

This addition follows Splatoon 3's September 2022 release, which built upon its multiplayer focus with additional story elements, characters, and gameplay enhancements. The 'Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass' includes this Side Order DLC as its second wave, with the first wave allowing players to revisit the original Splatoon’s Inkopolis Plaza, which has been updated with new shopkeepers and Squid Sisters performances during Splatfests.

With the promise of more intriguing single-player content, the 'Splatoon 3 Side Order DLC' will satisfy fans of the franchise looking for new adventures and challenges outside the core multiplayer battles. Enthusiasts of the Splatoon series are likely to find this fresh injection of story and gameplay an exciting development in the evolving Splatoon universe.

Players can start enjoying the Splatoon 3 Side Order DLC on February 22, 2024.

As an additional background on 'Splatoon 3,' the game is the third installment in Nintendo's popular Splatoon series, known for its unique take on the shooter genre with ink-based combat and a strong emphasis on colorful, team-based multiplayer battles. The series has cultivated a dedicated community since its original release on the Wii U in 2015 and has seen a successful evolution with sequels and additional content that have expanded both competitive and solo gameplay experiences.