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Nintendo Delivers Disheartening News for Splatoon 3 Fans

After two years of regular updates, Nintendo has announced the end of new content releases for Splatoon 3. While this marks the conclusion of new Splatfest themes and major content drops, seasonal events such as Splatoween, Frosty Fest, and Spring Fest will continue to return.
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Key Takeaways

🔹 Nintendo ends regular updates for Splatoon 3 after 2 years.
🔹 Seasonal events like Splatoween and Frosty Fest will return.
🔹 Balance patches and weapon adjustments will still occur if needed.
🔹 Speculation about Splatoon 4 and Nintendo's next console continues to grow.

Nintendo Confirms the End of Regular Updates for Splatoon 3

After two successful years, Nintendo has officially announced that Splatoon 3 will no longer receive regular updates. This means that while new content releases have come to a close, players will still get to experience returning seasonal events like Splatoween, Frosty Fest, Spring Fest, and Summer Nights.

Despite this, Nintendo assured fans that the game isn’t entirely being left behind. Balance patches and weapon adjustments will still be issued if necessary to maintain fairness in online play. However, the company emphasized that these will be rare moving forward.

What's Next for Splatoon?

The decision to end regular updates isn’t out of the blue. Similar to Splatoon 2, which also saw an end to content updates after two years, Splatoon 3 is following the same pattern. As Nintendo shifts focus, it’s very likely that they are working on the next title in the series. In fact, rumors of Splatoon 4—codenamed Spiral—have been circulating for months. While no official confirmation has been made, fans are eagerly anticipating an announcement, especially with speculation of a new Nintendo console on the horizon.

With the game's substantial success—selling over 10 million copies in just three months after release—there's no doubt that Nintendo will want to keep the momentum going. Whether through more seasonal events or eventually through a new installment, the Splatoon franchise is set to stay at the heart of Nintendo's offerings for years to come.

A Legacy of Events and Community Support

Even though the days of new content are over, Splatoon 3 has cemented its legacy. Fans can expect familiar events to return, just as they did with Splatoon 2. In fact, many of the iconic SplatFests and celebrations from the previous game returned even years after the game had stopped receiving updates, keeping the fanbase engaged. For now, players can continue enjoying challenges like Big Run and Eggstra Work.

While it’s sad to see the end of major updates, Nintendo's focus on returning events and balancing adjustments offers some comfort for players who continue to enjoy the inky shooter. The world of Splatoon remains vibrant, and we expect more to come with the inevitable next iteration.

Splatoon 3


Splatoon 3 is the latest installment in Nintendo’s unique third-person shooter series, where players use ink instead of bullets to dominate the battlefield. Featuring both single-player and multiplayer modes, the game has been praised for its creativity, addictive gameplay, and vibrant world. From in-game events like SplatFests to large-scale tournaments like the Splatoon 3 World Championship, this game has remained a fan favorite since its release in 2022.

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