Fans Erupt as Nintendo Lights 2022 Up With a Special Edition Switch Console Reveal
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Would you like a Nintendo Switch console painted in the colors of Splatoon 3? Well, Nintendo has revealed just what a true fan of the iconic shooter series needs! In a very recent tweet, Nintendo of America announced an exciting theme for Switch consoles. As it happens, the popular Switch OLED will be made available in an exclusive Splatoon 3 edition soon.
Splatoon 3, the upcoming installment in the popular third-person shooter franchise exclusive to Switch consoles, is all set for launch in September this year. With a Splatoon 3-themed Switch OLED model, fans can show their love for the franchise in the most distinguishable way possible.
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Nintendo Switch OLED: Splatoon 3 edition release date
According to Nintendo of America, the Splatoon 3 edition of the console will launch on August 26, just in time for Splatoon 3’s release. As of now, Splatoon 3 is slated to release on September 9.
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In a reveal video, Nintendo showed off the upcoming edition in its vibrant colors. It truly looks like a console every Splatoon fan would want! In fact, every Nintendo Switch owner would like to have such a fascinating design on their console.
Something fresh is surfacing! The #NintendoSwitch – OLED Model #Splatoon3 Edition splashes down on 8/26! pic.twitter.com/dW4EoT7Rjs
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) July 6, 2022
Did Nintendo forget to add in a controller? Absolutely not! Fans will also be able to grab a Switch Pro Controller splashed with a Splatoon 3 touch. Alongside the controller, Nintendo will also make available a Splatoon 3 edition carrying case.
Although the Switch OLED model of the Splatoon 3 collection drops earlier, the controller and the carrying case will be available on September 9, alongside the game’s launch.
Fans react to Switch OLED’s special Splatoon 3 edition
As expected, members of the Splatoon community were quite happy with Nintendo’s plans.
OH NOOOOOO I WANT IT
— TAHK0 ☕️ (@TAHK0) July 6, 2022
You’ve gotta be squidding us. It looks so good. 🤩 🦑
— Walmart Canada Gaming (@WalmartCAGaming) July 6, 2022
Oh sick! I love that splash pro controller!
Splatfests with that ✊😁https://t.co/011DwIwqo5
— NidoMarquis (@NidoMarquis) July 6, 2022
It’s the Nintendo Switch SPROtoon 3 Edition! 😂
In all seriousness, looks pretty cool. I don’t need to buy it of course but it’s a very cool design. 👌
— Rob – (Ro2R) #StanleyCupChamps AVS! (@Ruleof2Review) July 6, 2022
On the other hand, many fans referred to a popular speculation from earlier today. With Nintendo setting the OLED model trailers on YouTube to private, some had assumed that the company may be planning to release new hardware, namely a Switch Pro or a Switch 2. However, it turned out to be Splatoon 3 edition of OLED instead.
Yo, this new model Splatoon 3 Switch looks super fresh 🔥
Definitely copping 👌🏿
(Switch pro boys in shambles right now😆)
— OJ – PlayerEssence (@PlayerEssence) July 6, 2022
Many fans took a dig at the Switch Pro speculation.
"But the leaders told me it was going to be the Switch Pro!" pic.twitter.com/17rrsTS465
— Barry (@ls4290) July 6, 2022
Everyone who speculated a Switch 2 or Switch pro right now. 😂 pic.twitter.com/VQoD8satKm
— Azrael Auditore 🇵🇷 (@Heehaw_JWF) July 6, 2022
“This is not the Switch Pro you are looking for” pic.twitter.com/kKY8rRZDKa
— TheNCSmaster (@TheNCSmaster) July 6, 2022
One fan wasn’t particularly happy about Splatoon getting all the attention!
This. Isn't. FAIRRRRRR!
Splatoon always gets EVERYTHING.
Now they have TWO special edition switches, it's not FAIRRRR— SuperAdam64 (@SuperAdam64_) July 6, 2022
Many fans were disappointed with the speculation not coming true.
my disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined
— Sam (@SaladFlosser) July 6, 2022
Concluding, the deal is absolutely great for any Splatoon fan looking to shell out money for a special edition.
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… *sigh* pic.twitter.com/r3qARmlCTz
— ✨ MissClick ✨ (@_MissClick_) July 6, 2022
While fans expecting new hardware were pretty disappointed, Nintendo managed to make the day for those planning to buy a Switch OLED soon.
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Will you buy this Splatoon 3 edition of Nintendo Switch OLED model? Let us know in the comments!
Edited by:
Jito Tenson