New Maps and Gear Coming to Splatoon Very Soon
Splatoon is one of the Wii U’s biggest titles, and was given a big chunk of time during today’s Nintendo Direct. Two new maps were unveiled, Museum D’Alfonsino and Mahi-Mahi resort. These unique stages feature rotating platforms and moving turf.
An update is due today at 5 p.m. PST that adds Museum D’Alfonsino as well as over 40 new pieces of gear. Mahi-Mahi resort hits tomorrow, November 13 at 6 p.m. PST.
More #Splatoon updates are coming soon. Check https://t.co/p6k5WTEL6T to track friends’ game progress! pic.twitter.com/td3gNdpQsK
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
In addition, a worldwide Nintendo Treehouse Splatoon Tournament was announced that will feature members of the Nintendo Treehouse staff.
The Nintendo Treehouse staff are competing in a #Splatoon tournament on 11/19. Stay tuned for deets! #NintendoDirectpic.twitter.com/Ecw0qgYXre — Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) November 12, 2015
Free content updates for Splatoon are planned to continue until at least January 2016.