# Colorful Shooter Games Nintendo Recently Announced the Release Date for the New Splatoon Game By Kanesa D | Published 2022-04-26 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-3-nintendo-switch References: [theverge](https://www.theverge.com/2022/4/22/23037098/splatoon-3-nintendo-switch-release-date) & [nintendo](https://www.nintendo.com/store/products/splatoon-3-switch/)  [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-3-side-order) has announced that Splatoon 3 will be released on Nintendo [Switch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo) on September 9th. Players will have access to various special abilities and weapons to use during the [four-on-four first-person shooter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fortnite-ballistic). One of the most prominent Splatoon features is the lack of violence and colorful palette compared to other popular shooter games. The new game will feature new weapons and stages for players to explore while improving the co-op experience. Nintendo also revealed that the Splatoon 2 Octo Expansion DLC would be available for free to Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pass subscribers. With Nintendo announcing extensive delays on the Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild sequel, Splatoon is on track to be one of the holiday’s most sought-after titles. Image Credit: Nintendo ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 1% | Activity: 3% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, South America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Colorful Shooter Games:** The rise of colorful shooter games presents an opportunity for companies to explore the potential of similar games that offer an alternative to traditional violent shooter games. - **Co-op Gaming Experience:** The focus on improving the co-op experience in Splatoon 3 opens up opportunities for companies to capitalize on the social aspect of gaming by creating similar co-op games. - **Free DLC for Subscribers:** Providing free downloadable content for subscribers of a service presents an opportunity for companies to generate revenue while also offering added value to loyal customers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Video Games:** Video game companies can take inspiration from Splatoon's unique and colorful style to create similar shooter games or capitalize on the co-op experience. - **Gaming Subscription Services:** Gaming subscription services can follow Nintendo's lead and offer free downloadable content to subscribers to increase value and entice more customers. - **E-commerce:** E-commerce companies can target gamers by marketing gaming accessories or merchandise that cater to Splatoon enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Expanded Video Game Stories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-3-side-order.md) - [Paint-Splattered Gaming Consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-switch-oled-model-splatoon-3-edition.md) - [Enhanced Ink-Painting Multiplayer Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-3-update.md) - [Paint-Splattered Gaming Controllers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-3-nintendo-switch-pro-controller.md) - [Special-Edition Console Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo.md) - [Winter-Season Gaming Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chill-season.md) - [Team-Based Party Shooters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foamstars.md) - [Spin-Off Adventure Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/splatoon-raiders.md) - [Shooter Game Console Releases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fragpunk.md)