Summary
On June 11,Splatoon 3released its version 10.0.0 patch notes hours ahead of the update’s global release, and covered some major changes that players will experience in online matches. The newSplatoon 3update also includes some enhancements for Switch 2 players, including smoother movements in areas like Splatsville and Inkopolis Square.
Splatoon 3’s 10.0.0 update came over a day after Nintendo dropped some surprising information about the franchise on social media.Nintendo also pulled back the curtain onSplatoon Raiders, a Switch 2 spin-off focused on Deep Cut. The trio will travel to a location known as the Spirhalite Islands after hearing a rumor about the new locale, but Shiver, Frye, and Big Man become stranded there after crash-landing on the shore. However, further information aboutSplatoon Raidersremains elusive as of this writing, as the upcoming Switch 2 title does not have a release date.
As forSplatoon 3, players will have some new content to enjoy after updating their game files.Splatoon 3version 10.0.0 will be available starting June 12, though players in North America can download the update beginning at 9:00 PM Eastern on June 11. The update will bring 30 Splatlands Collection weapon cosmetics, which are based on previous kits already available in-game. The specifications for certain weapons have also been changed, as the S-Blast ‘92 and S-Blast ‘91 now consume more ink, while the Triple Inkstrike and Booyah Bomb special weapons now deal more damage to Crab Tank armor. SplatNet 3 also received some changes, including notifications that can be seen directly in the Nintendo Switch App for iOS and Android devices. Multiplayer map fixes in locations like Scorch Gorge were also addressed.
One of the major features ofSplatoon 3version 10.0.0 is some changes that Switch 2 players will see when loading up the game on Nintendo’s new system. On-screen movements in areas like Splatsville, Inkopolis, and the Grand Festival Grounds are now smoother on the Switch 2. Additionally, Salmonid animations in Salmon Run have been polished, even if there are vast amounts of them on the screen at the same time. Various creatures, like jellyfish, also received some animation adjustments in Splatoon 3 version 10.0.0. With the update,Splatoon 3joins other Switch titles like ARMS and Super Mario Odyssey onthe list of Switch games that got free updates on Switch 2.
Between the newSplatoon 3version update andthe sudden reveal of a spin-off title,Splatoonfans with a Switch 2 console will have fresh experiences to dive into. Only time will tell what future changesSplatoon 3will make to keep players engaged.
Splatoon 3 Version 10.0.0 Patch Notes (Jun 09, 2025)
Added Features and Game Content Changes
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch 2:
The following updates have been made when playing the game on Nintendo Switch:
All other changes below apply to both Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch.
S-BLAST ‘92
S-BLAST ‘91
Changes to SplatNet 3
Other Changes
As a bonus update, in this update we added weapons and a stage, increased the maximum Freshness, implemented a Series Weapon feature for Anarchy Battle (Series), added a call sign feature to X Battles, and performed optimization of operations on Nintendo Switch 2.
For Anarchy Battle (Series), we implemented a new Series Weapon feature targeted toward players Rank S or higher.
With this feature, the Series Weapon Power will be measured for each weapon currently equipped, and players will be matched up against others with similar levels of power.
We implemented this feature in hopes that players will enjoy battling using a variety of weapons, including the Splatlands Collection - Barazushi / Emberz weapons added in this update.
Additionally, we made balance changes to multiplayer battles.
For S-BLAST ‘92 and S-BLAST ‘91, we have made adjustments to give players fighting against them more room to counter because, from the opponent’s point of view, there seemed to be no openings at any distance.
For the Crab Tank, we lowered the maximum damage of the cannon to decrease the frequency that the person being attacked is defeated without any opportunity to evade. We also made it easier for other special weapons to fight against the Crab Tank.
For Toxic Mist, we have reduced the amount of ink consumed to make it easier to fight in combination with main weapons. On the other hand, we have simultaneously extended the time before ink begins to recover so that this change does not lead to tactics where players simply continuously throw their sub weapons.
The next update will focus on multiplayer balance based on analysis of changes to the situation that come with these weapon additions.
