Fresh Season 2023 will be making its way into Splatoon 3 on March 1 and fans are already excited about the new content ahead. The official Splatoon Twitter account has begun showing off what will be added to the game with the new update, and just like with Chill Season 2022, one of the biggest pieces of content is the new weapons. This time though, players will not only be getting new weapon variations but two new special weapons in Splatoon 3. Here is everything you need to know about all the new weapons that are being added in Splatoon 3 through the Fresh Season 2023 update.
New Special Weapons in Splatoon 3 Fresh Season 2023 update
There are two new special weapons that will be added to Splatoon 3 with Fresh Season 2023: Kraken Royale and the Super Chump. Following in the shoes of the Kraken special from the first Splatoon, the Kraken Royale will transform the user into a squid or an octopus and allow them to swim on top of enemy ink unobstructed. As they move, the player will ink the ground below them.
The Kraken Royale has the ability to do a charge attack where you will move forward, inking the ground and splatting any enemy in your path, much like the Reefslider. The only downside to the Kraken Royale is that you’re vulnerable while transforming, so you will need to make sure you’re in a safe area before using it.
The Super Chump is a cannon that shoots large, balloon-like bombs that explode shortly after impact. The bombs will launch decoys that look like Super Jump landing spots, making the enemy believe you’re landing there and attracting them to that spot. This special weapon is great if you’re going up against campers.
All new Main Weapon variants in Splatoon 3 Fresh Season 2023
Here are all the new weapon variants coming to the game next month. You will be able to unlock these weapons by leveling up and spending one Sheldon License for them each.
| Weapon | Sub-Weapon | Special Weapon |
| .96 Gal Deco | Splash Wall | Kraken Royale |
| Clash Blaster Neo | Curling Bomb | Super Chump |
| Custom Jet Squelcher | Toxic Mist | Ink Storm |
| Krak-On Splat Roller | Squid Beakon | Kraken Royale |
| L-3 Nozzlenose D | Burst Bomb | Ultra Stamp |
| N-ZAP ’89 | Autobomb | Super Chump |
| Neo Splash-o-matic | Suction Bomb | Triple Inkstrike |
| Neo Splash-o-matic | Squid Beakons | Killer Wail 5.1 |
| Rapid Blaster Deco | Torpedo | Inkjet |
| Tri-Slosher Nouveau | Fizzy Bombs | Tacticooler |
| Z+F Splat Charger | Splash Wall | Triple Inkstrike |
| Z+F Splatterscope | Splash Wall | Triple Inkstrike |
