Splatoon 3

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 484 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 310 out of 484
  2. Mixed: 56 out of 484
  3. Negative: 118 out of 484
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  1. Darkligh
    Dec 10, 2022
    10
    Questo gioco è fantastico il miglior multiplex 2022 stra meritatooooooooooo
  2. samuellsilva
    Sep 28, 2022
    10
    Definitivamente o melhor Splatoon da franquia. Com melhorias sem perder a essência trás diversas novidades que todo mundo pediu. Estou viciado no online e no offline tbm
  3. autphickez
    Dec 8, 2022
    0
    The game is not worth playing at all with so many connection issue.
    What a shame for a Nintendo game series developed for almost a decade.
  4. Snake5000
    Dec 6, 2022
    8
    This game adds a lot to the franchise and launch it was played by connection issues that it became a running joke however those have mostly been fixed. Mean it’s made by Nintendo who’s online is laughable the fact that it’s working as well as it is is a testament. If you like the other games in the franchises this is the most buy
  5. 26thgamer
    Dec 5, 2022
    9
    This game is absolutely the best splatoon game. It has the most modes and the best versions of them. It has the best single player campaign. The online is also the best in this game. The new additions to game play are great however my one big problem is that there are no new online modes. However this did allow us to avoid getting a terrible new mode. Also they should have just removed clam blitz
  6. TippedJoshua
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    This game is probably one of my favorite games, and I don’t even know why, like I enjoyed botw, but it just got boring for me and I don’t know why.
  7. Vankip
    Dec 3, 2022
    10
    An incredibly fun and still unique project, the formula of which no one has been able to copy, therefore, not very big changes for the triquel do not even feel like a minus for me personally.
  8. dewittgeology
    Nov 29, 2022
    0
    Amazing hit. Nintendo really doesn't do online well, but Splatoon 3 has been a huge step for them as a company. The ability to smoothly squad up with your friends and details like lockers, practice range while matchmaking, and seeing ghosts of your friends make this such a great experience. All of the Nintendo charm with none of the Nintendo disappointment. No mixed feeling about his gameAmazing hit. Nintendo really doesn't do online well, but Splatoon 3 has been a huge step for them as a company. The ability to smoothly squad up with your friends and details like lockers, practice range while matchmaking, and seeing ghosts of your friends make this such a great experience. All of the Nintendo charm with none of the Nintendo disappointment. No mixed feeling about his game and I haven't felt this strongly positive about a Nintendo game since Breath of the Wild.

    Amazing community, creative weapons and mechanics, and squids living their best lives.    … Expand
  9. KrillerBomb
    Nov 25, 2022
    0
    One of the very worst games to have ever graced this horrid Earth. Do not get it. It is beyond overrated and does nothing to improve the series or its gameplay, it's the same old shtick again, and somehow it sells like hot cakes...
  10. Edalynnx
    Nov 22, 2022
    8
    I love this game and it doesn't feel like a "stupid DLC" at all. There are tons of new content.
  11. ZYMROD
    Nov 22, 2022
    7
    El juego en el aspecto jugable cumple junto a sus mecánicas que aun entretienen y funcionan. Sin embargo, el contenido de lanzamiento es escaso e incluso se podrían haber lucido migrando todos los mapas, armas, ropas de los anteriores juegos y contenido exclusivo de Japon. Lo cual hubiera presentado un juego mas robusto y justificado su valor de USD 60.
  12. Lets_game35773
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    I think most people will agree with me Splatoon 3 is a game worth playing. It’s unique, fun gameplay is appropriate for younger users yet still has action - not to mention the great graphics, fun background story, captivating gameplay and vast world to explore! New weapons, gear and the Salmon Run mode creates the successor of Splatoon 2.
  13. Iiiiiiiiiiiiiip
    Nov 20, 2022
    0
    would be a 10 if the servers functioned
  14. Gremlinpirate
    Nov 19, 2022
    8
    I think the controls in this series get better and better with each entry. I personally never really experience any of the connection issues a lot of others have apparently. The single player mode is still a blast and I am still in love with the actual multiplayer mode as I was back on the WiiU. The only reason I am not ranking this higher is just that I think the game balance dropped, II think the controls in this series get better and better with each entry. I personally never really experience any of the connection issues a lot of others have apparently. The single player mode is still a blast and I am still in love with the actual multiplayer mode as I was back on the WiiU. The only reason I am not ranking this higher is just that I think the game balance dropped, I feel like some weapons are a little too strong.… Expand
  15. Eliannnnnnnn
    Nov 19, 2022
    10
    Por qué tan malas valoraciones? Si el juego llega a ser muy divertido y es un buen shooter
  16. thebigboss
    Nov 18, 2022
    9
    While not a perfect experience, this has been the first game I've played on the Switch that has actually got me playing for multiple hours every day.
    The multiplayer (when working) is some of the most fun I've had in an online shooter in a very long time, although it takes some time to get used to gyro controls and game modes. The story mode, which doesn't really have much story, is    While not a perfect experience, this has been the first game I've played on the Switch that has actually got me playing for multiple hours every day.
    The multiplayer (when working) is some of the most fun I've had in an online shooter in a very long time, although it takes some time to get used to gyro controls and game modes. The story mode, which doesn't really have much story, is decent—many exciting and original short levels, with well-designed characters and well-written dialogs.
    The only thing that is holding the game back are the multiplayer servers, or lack thereof. Yes, this is a game with paid online experience, and yet the multiplayer gameplay is handled on P2P connection. On a good day, you might get disconnected once every 10 or more games, but sometimes it's hard to get a single match without a network error. I REALLY hope Nintendo brings official servers because I honestly think this might be a 10/10 game.    … Expand
  17. Super_Oshawott
    Nov 17, 2022
    8
    Damn. 6.8? That's a bit harsh.

    I actually really enjoy the game! It may not have all the content from 2 and 1 from the start (Which is kind of stupid), but splatoon 3 kept me playing every single day. For context, I'm in college and have a NAT type 3 connection. If you don't know what that means, it means you basically cant play many switch games online with people because of the    Damn. 6.8? That's a bit harsh.

    I actually really enjoy the game! It may not have all the content from 2 and 1 from the start (Which is kind of stupid), but splatoon 3 kept me playing every single day.

    For context, I'm in college and have a NAT type 3 connection. If you don't know what that means, it means you basically cant play many switch games online with people because of the restrictions of the internet provider. However, i was able to connect to games just fine. It makes me mad knowing that Nintendo dose not use this system for smash and other online games. Overall, the internet may be a tad bit bad for people with regular NAT types, but it can be way worse.    … Expand
  18. SpacemanCap
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    My Shooter for 2022. This game is a great pick up for a fun and carefree gameplay. Quick games with great weapon and map variety. The single player is a good way to improve skills with a lite story mixed in. I have been playing since the Wii U and Splatoon 1. See you at the next Splatfest!
  19. alfonsoramires
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
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  20. EvenSteven6112
    Nov 14, 2022
    9
    This game is so much better than the previous one, so many QoL fixes and other changes that make it worth buying. They're going to update the game for 2 years and dlc, so there will be always something to look forward too. Despite some minor bugs and server problems I love how fun and addicting this game is.
  21. GermanTacoss
    Nov 13, 2022
    0
    I wrote an entire 3000 character review and Metacritic's engine keeps 404ing whenever I try to post it. The game is balanced poorly, has rarely functioning netcode, awful controls, and refuses to adapt or implement any modern philosophies of game design, leading to an overall poor game experience. You're better off playing any other PvP game.
  22. Splatoon3Hater
    Nov 12, 2022
    3
    I regret spending 60€ on Splatoon 3, this is the least fun and at the same time the most frustrating game I've ever played.

    The biggest issue for me lies in the way the game matches you against other players, there's no MMR or other form of matchmaking system at all; some matches are just unwinnable, it doesn't matter what rank you're in, you'll get matched with and against all kind of    I regret spending 60€ on Splatoon 3, this is the least fun and at the same time the most frustrating game I've ever played.

    The biggest issue for me lies in the way the game matches you against other players, there's no MMR or other form of matchmaking system at all; some matches are just unwinnable, it doesn't matter what rank you're in, you'll get matched with and against all kind of players. Splatoon 3 doesn't take into account what weapons the players are using, which sometimes results in a team composed of 4 chargers (sniper rifles) matched against a balanced team with a good mix of long and short range weapons, making the match completely one-sided.

    Splatoon 3 is NOT a casual videogame, If you're thinking about buying this for your kids I'll let you know it is not for everyone. Splatoon 3 is an extremely sweaty third-person shooter with a huge learning curve, meaning new players will lose A LOT trying to learn the mechanics of the game.

    Losing feels awful, if you're unlucky enough to end up in an uneven match you'll either completely aniihilate the opposing team or get brutally stomped with the rest of your teammates and even though it is no longer possible to get spawn killed in this game, compared to its predecessor, you still won't be able to do much when losing. If you're in the losing team you basically don't get to play the game and it feels incredibly frustrating. Turf war matches only last 3 minutes, and yet it is still possible to die over 10 times in a single match or get over 20 kills, simply because maps are really small and you're pretty much forced to confront your opponent.
    Almost every single map in the game is terribly designed, the maps feel too small with not enough space to maneuver around, meaning flanking enemy players is really hard.

    The game is hopelessly unbalanced. There are over 50 weapons so it only makes sense that some of them are considered useless, not to mention every weapon in the game has a predetermined kit that you cannot change, so even if you find a main weapon that you like you might not like the special weapon or the sub weapon it comes with.

    Splatoon 3 also has some really bad connection issues, I suggest not to buy this game if you don't have a stable internet connection. Although I didn't experience this myself, I heard many players complain that they're getting disconnected in the middle of a match as a result of those issues.

    Now, not everything about the game is terrible; the single-player campaign is fairly decent and the co-op pve horde mode (Salmon Run) can actually be fun, even if hard at times.

    I felt like I HAD to leave a bad review of this game, just to warn others about what they might experience playing Splatoon 3. Hopefully it has been helpful for somebody to read this review.    … Expand
  23. mindbleach
    Nov 12, 2022
    0
    Excellent concept which is made effectively unplayable by the worst matchmaking ever committed to an online game. There's no excuse when the series has been going for this long. New players are constantly thrown into matches against 2+ players who are the highest skill rank in the game, while left with a team of similarly inexperienced players. It's simply match after match of losing andExcellent concept which is made effectively unplayable by the worst matchmaking ever committed to an online game. There's no excuse when the series has been going for this long. New players are constantly thrown into matches against 2+ players who are the highest skill rank in the game, while left with a team of similarly inexperienced players. It's simply match after match of losing and getting spawn killed.

    Utterly miserable experience, and completely unnaceptable for a team which has 2 previous games under its belt. Every time I can only tolerate playing 1-2 matches before giving up again. I    … Expand
  24. llllw
    Nov 12, 2022
    0
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. bad network!bad network!bad network!bad network!bad network!bad network!bad network!bad network!… Expand
  25. PolygonalTree
    Nov 11, 2022
    9
    While it improves off of many aspects of its predecessors, it doesn't change all too much from its original formula to make it a super great sequel. That being said, this is still a high quality game that isn't much like any other shooter out there. Loved the previous entries, and this one is the best yet. But part of me wanted something more, something revolutionary out of this. While weWhile it improves off of many aspects of its predecessors, it doesn't change all too much from its original formula to make it a super great sequel. That being said, this is still a high quality game that isn't much like any other shooter out there. Loved the previous entries, and this one is the best yet. But part of me wanted something more, something revolutionary out of this. While we can wait for the updates to come, I give Splatoon 3 a nice 9/10.… Expand
  26. VillainousGamer
    Nov 10, 2022
    8
    Lots of small QoL improvements from the last game a fun a much improved single player and what would be a fun multiplayer experience if it weren't hindered by Nintendo's poor online.
    Expect to see the Communication Error screen quite often no matter how great your personal connection is.
    Everything else is an improvement over the last game but doesn't really feel new enough If you're    Lots of small QoL improvements from the last game a fun a much improved single player and what would be a fun multiplayer experience if it weren't hindered by Nintendo's poor online.
    Expect to see the Communication Error screen quite often no matter how great your personal connection is.
    Everything else is an improvement over the last game but doesn't really feel new enough
    If you're new to the series you'll probably enjoy more than someone who's played the previous games that might feel slightly ripped off for what feels like a $60 update
    I'd of liked to score this higher but the poor online really puts a damper on an otherwise good game even if it doesn't exactly feel that new from the last game    … Expand
  27. Oliver213
    Nov 8, 2022
    8
    For me it has the best shooting game (?) experience with a controller. The combat design is no like others and extremely friendly to people like me who have little experience play fps or tps with controller.

    However there might not be enough content to keep players to stay for a long time. Updates are only few new maps and splatfests that is not as fun as I once imaged.
  28. Sharoot
    Nov 8, 2022
    9
    Great experience full of content and fun, fantastic art style and creative designs, somewhat unbalanced gameplay, and terrible netcode.
  29. n11ghtshade
    Nov 6, 2022
    8
    One of the best of 2022.
    Amazing vibe, beautiful and colorful visuals, top-tier character designs, music and more.
    I've had lots of connection issues (especially on launch day, oh god, the launch day...). Expect to see a "Communication error has occured" once or twice. But it's fixable, I hope it won't be a problem for the next months of the game. The story is super fun and I'm glad    One of the best of 2022.
    Amazing vibe, beautiful and colorful visuals, top-tier character designs, music and more.

    I've had lots of connection issues (especially on launch day, oh god, the launch day...). Expect to see a "Communication error has occured" once or twice. But it's fixable, I hope it won't be a problem for the next months of the game.

    The story is super fun and I'm glad they learned from Octo Expansion, the DLC was amazing. The ending was absolutely worth the journey.

    I'm looking forward to updates and more content. This game already had a strong start.    … Expand
  30. max421
    Nov 4, 2022
    0
    For a first time player in the splatoon series, this game is really addicting and fleshed out, def worth a try if you havent played the previous games.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 115 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 107 out of 115
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 115
  3. Negative: 0 out of 115
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 24, 2024
    80
    It's still a mix of platformer and shooter, but some missions are focused on combat, figuring out ways to advance, surviving in a diabolical arena, painting giant statues, sneaking around, finding keys, and even using your weird sidekick to activate and deactivate various mechanisms. [Issue#324]
  2. Starbit
    Nov 23, 2022
    90
    Splatoon 3 takes everything the previous games did and makes it better in pretty much every conceivable way. More fluid, more dynamic, with a more balanced gameplay and a very welcome enlarged one-player dimension, Splatoon 3 is all that could be expected from the third chapter in the series, where the improvements fit neatly with the Splatoon legacy.
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  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Nov 9, 2022
    90
    Splatoon 3 went live in September, and ever since it launched I've had to will myself to stay away from it. I'm a grown man with a family! I've got a lot of responsibilities! So why do I keep feeling compelled to stay up into the wee hours of the morning shooting virtual ink at strangers? [Issue #62 – November/December 2022, p. 74]
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