How to download the free Splatoon 3 Splatfest World Premiere Demo

A free Splatoon 3 Splatfest World Premiere demo is set to take place as of Wednesday's Splatoon 3 Nintendo Direct.

This means that you can play the game before it launches and compete in a multiplayer event.

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Splatfest World Premiere Demo will feature a portion of Splatoon 3’s 4 vs.4 Turf War battles, as well as new 3-way Tricolor Turf Wars.

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You'll find some of the new weapons in the game and a choice of side: Team Rock, Team Paper, or Team Scissors.

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Download the free demo of Splatoon 3 now for Nintendo Switch

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It's possible to preload it so that you can prepare for the event. However, it is not available right now.

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Download the Splatoon 3 demo for free on the Nintendo Switch's eShop. This can be done by visiting the Nintendo eShop website, or directly from your Switch.

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If the demo activates and you are in Splatsville, August 25, make sure to pick your side in Splatfest: Rock, Paper, or Scissors.

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