Splatfests are indeed back for Splatoon 3, and the upcoming download will let players experience Splatoon 3 for the first time. However, things work a bit differently. Deep Cut, the new hosts of the Splatsville news program, now consists of three members instead of two, so there will be three teams to choose for in Splatfests. For the theme in the demo, players can side with either rock, paper, or scissors.

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Splatoon 3 introduces Deep Cut – Big Man, Shiver, Frye

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Splatoon 3 has introduced Deep Cut, which consists of Big Man, Shiver, and Frye.

Deep Cut is a trio who hosts the Splatsville news program, Anarchy Splatcast. Deep Cut will provide information about battle stages plus other news bulletins. For the first time in the series, these updates can be read on the go while exploring Splatsville.

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Splatoon 3 getting large-scale paid DLC

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Nintendo is planning large-scale paid DLC for Splatoon 3, the company has confirmed. Actual details as to what the company has in store have not been shared.

Many free updates are also in the cards. Once Splatoon 3 releases, a free in-game season catalog will be distributed every three months for two years. More weapons will also be added around the same time as each in-game catalog.

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Splatoon 3 amiibo revealed, functionality detailed

Posted on 2 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in General Nintendo, News, Switch | 0 comments

Nintendo has announced a new set of amiibo based on Splatoon 3. Inkling (Yellow), Octoling (Blue), and Smallfry will be available. Pricing is set at $15.99 each.

By scanning an amiibo, players can save their favorite gear combinations as Fresh Fits to easily swap outfits. The amiibo also come with exclusive gear, and it’s possible to take in-game photos together with them.

Nintendo has also confirmed that some Splatoon 2 amiibo figures will be relaunching soon. The Callie & Marie 2-Pack and the Pearl & Marina 2-Pack will be restocked at select retailers for $24.99 each.

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Splatoon 3 stages lineup revealed, more coming in future updates

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Nintendo has revealed the full lineup of stages planned for Splatoon 3 at release. Scorch Gorge, Eeltail Alley, Hagglefish Market, Undertow Spillway, Mincemeat Metalworks, Hammerhead Bridge, Museum D’Alfonsino, Mahi-Mahi Resort, Inkblot Art Academy, Sturgeon Shipyard, Makomark, and Wahoo World will be available.

Additionally, more stages will be added to the game in the future. Players can expect more levels to be added via updates.

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Splatoon 3 Direct live stream

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A new game-specific Nintendo Direct is kicking off not too long from now with the Splatoon 3 Direct, and we’ve set up a live stream post for the event. The presentation begins at 6 AM PT / 9 AM PT / 2 PM in the UK / 3 PM in Europe.

We’re in for a pretty lengthy presentation as we have confirmation that the event will be about 30 minutes long. Nintendo is likely to go over some old information, but there’ll surely be new details and reveals centered around the game as well. If anything particularly is notable, we’ll pass it along, and we should also have an official recap announcement shortly after the broadcast ends.

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New Pokemon Scarlet & Violet details, end of the Switch shortage, Tactics Ogre Reborn, and more | Nintendo Everything Refresh Episode 020

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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet are launching on Switch in a matter of months, and last week Nintendo unveiled tons of juicy details about the exciting creatures, locations, and new mechanics that these games will introduce. Join your hosts Nick, Nicolas and Dennis as they unpack all of the major reveals from the latest Pokemon Presents showcase, including what the heck is up with this new “Terastilizing” thing. They’ll also discuss all the major news tidbits from Nintendo’s latest financial reports (it’s more exciting than it sounds, we promise) including whether or not the Switch shortage is coming to an end. After that, stick around for some conversation surrounding some recently announced Switch games, including the not-so-surprising reveal of Tactics Ogre: Reborn.

Our show is available on most major streaming platforms, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music and Audible, or you can check out the video version below. Direct downloads are available here, and you can find links to every platform we’re on over on Anchor.fm.

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Super Punch-Out!! new codes discovered, including multiplayer

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Nearly three decades after the original release of Super Punch-Out!!, two new related cheat codes have been discovered for the game, including what’s essentially a hidden multiplayer mode.

The first cheat provides access to a free match mode. On the title screen, hold Y+R on the second controller, and then press A or Start on the first controller. After this, a different screen will appear instead or regular menus where you can select any character to fight a free single match. Interestingly, even fighters from Special Circuit are available.

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Autechre says it was originally asked to work on Metroid Prime’s soundtrack

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According to Sean Booth of Autechre fame, the music duo almost got a chance to create the soundtrack for Metroid Prime.

The information was revealed during a Twitch AMA with one fan asking about how Booth as well as Rob Brown – the other half of Autechre – were included in the game’s credits. Booth responded by saying that they almost handled the soundtrack for Metroid Prime, but the role eventually landed with Kenji Yamamoto, who handled music for other entries in the series.

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Splatoon 3 Direct announced for August 10

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A new Splatoon 3 Direct will air on August 10, Nintendo has announced. The presentation will air over a 30-minute period.

For those looking to tune in, it will air at the following times: