Splatoon 3 Pre-Order Bonus Guide

Retail store exclusives, yippee!

The newest installment of the ink and paint slingin’ action game Splatoon 3 launches on Nintendo Switch on September 9, and pre-orders are already available with exclusive goodies to collect depending on which retail store you purchase from. With more game modes, features, and customization than ever before, Splatoon 3 delivers a colorful and action-packed sequel the series deserves. If you’re looking to pre-order a physical copy for yourself and wondering where to purchase it from, continue reading for our Splatoon 3 Pre-Order Bonus guide.

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What You Get When You Pre-Order Splatoon 3

Nintendo has partnered with multiple retailers around the world to offer exclusive gifts for those who pre-order a physical copy of Splatoon 3. Depending on which retailer you choose, you’ll receive a different Splatoon-themed goodie to take home. Unfortunately, there are no pre-order bonuses for digital copies of the game, so make some space on your game shelf if you want to get your hands on these gifts. Here’s what you’ll get from each retailer:

Best Buy

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Pre-ordering Splatoon 3 from Best Buy will get you this sweet keychain, though, you won’t be leaving the house anytime soon once you get your copy.

GameStop

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Those who pre-order from GameStop will receive an exclusive sticker set. Perfect for covering your Switch with.

Walmart

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Awww, isn’t that cute? Walmart offers this squishy little Inkling plush for those who pre-order, even in four different colors to choose from.

Nintendo Store UK

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Players in the UK will receive a Splatoon-themed gym bag and Inkling pin to stick it on by pre-ordering from Nintendo Store UK.

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Which one will you choose? Get ready to cover your turf with ink on September 9 as Splatoon 3 launches on Nintendo Switch. For the latest news and guides on Splatoon 3, check in with Prima Games.


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