Splatoon 3 on a modded Nintendo Switch using NSP files, you must manually install the latest update and DLC files. As of April 2026 , the current version is , which introduces significant multiplayer balance changes. Nintendo Support 1. Required Files Before starting, ensure you have the following components: Base Game NSP : The original Splatoon 3 game file. Update NSP : The latest patch file (v11.1.0 released March 18, 2026). : Files for the Expansion Pass (Inkopolis and Side Order). Latest Signature Patches (Sigpatches)
has received significant updates and a major expansion that brings its version number to 11.1.0. While regular content updates were originally planned to end in late 2024, Nintendo has continued to support the game with major mechanical changes and balance patches into 2026. Current Version & Major Updates splatoon 3 switch nsp update dlc new
Note: Items from past catalogs eventually rotate into the shell-out machine or regular shops, but the only way to grind a live catalog is with a legitimate online connection. Splatoon 3 on a modded Nintendo Switch using
What's Next for Splatoon 3?
Learning and tooling ecosystem
The Splatoon 3 Expansion Pass, which was announced earlier, is set to bring a wealth of new content to the game. The pass includes four new waves of DLC, each with its own unique theme, stages, and gameplay modes. Nintendo released one or more paid expansions that