BEGINNER'S Guide to Splatoon

[@Neverender6]

Thanks for this, I've never played a Splatoon game before but I'm excited to start with Splatoon 3. This beginner's guide is exactly what I needed.

[@tomohawk2177]

Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

[@NeophyteG]

Same.

[@suiryokuragdoll8359]

Same

[@zaybeol]

im glad to know im not the only one :D

[@thediodoin1000]

Same, this looks like a super fun game

[@OneOnlyDan]

I am by no means a Splatoon noob and also not a pro, but as someone with several hundred hours of playtime across both current Splatoon games, I do believe I'm experienced enough to claim that this video is indeed very informative and good for those who are just starting out.

[@TehOof_lord]

there's actually 3 splatoon games, the first one was released on the wii u.

[@OneOnlyDan]

​@@TehOof_lord That comment was posted before Splatoon 3 was out. About a week prior, in fact.

[@TehOof_lord]

@@OneOnlyDan ah ok

[@user-rk9jg9ir6g]

hey do you know if i need a Nintendo online subscription to play or not? cause i’m planning on buying the game but i don’t have the nintendo online.

[@OneOnlyDan]

@@user-rk9jg9ir6g All the online gamemodes requires an NSO subscription. The singleplayer campaign does not. I don't know if you need NSO to access the in-game shops. You don't really have much use for them if you can't play online, but it may be enough to be connected to the Internet to access them should you care for that.

[@ProChara]

Good job dude

[@NichoXR]

Oh hi Chara! didn’t expect to see you here

[@darkmario957]

@@NichoXR hi

[@person4043]

Hello chara

[@thebigbeast7847]

I dont think this video was meant for you

[@alrawafidengineering3864]

Hi

[@snowpeagaming9116]

I think something you should mention is to totally test out the different sensitivity options for the right stick and motion controls. It really helps with making the game more accessible as it lets you find your preference and really helps for those that might find motion controls too difficult to use. Otherwise, this is a really good guide for new players.

[@HemborgerChariot]

Absolutely phenomenal guide, incredibly informative and manages to be incredibly useful to newcomers. In particular I have to praise the audio mixing for being incredibly clear and well balanced, I especially love that the ending cut with the celebratory screaming was toned down significantly so that I wouldn't need to lower my volume temporarily. Hope to see more content in the future! I await your next video excitedly.

[@kallen6237]

I wish I found this when I was a beginner! It's the most informative, high quality guide I have ever seen. I wont hesitate showing this guide to my new friends ❤️

[@tomohawk2177]

:(

[@NiagaraErie]

This was fantastic. So many guides are just one-take stream of consciousness narrations in the lobby. Having a structured script and relevant footage to reference makes this soooo much more helpful and useful.

[@arturbb]

Incredible guide! I was actually surprised this was the first guide in the channel, because you come off as very experienced in both writing AND editing.

[@swordlord_6125]

I’m a average player that loves the game non competitively and competitively. you covered a lot more than most people could in 20 minutes! Great guide! Wish I had this when I started

[@Kerrydat]

Ty im getting a Nintendo for Christmas and i wanted to play splatoon 3 since it came out but never knew how to play this helped me alot and i cant wait to play!!

[@Z-Vee]

I've always had an interest in the series since the first game was announced, however, Splatoon 3 is the first entry that I'm going to be playing (Largely since I didn't have the consoles before, and being a minor meant I couldn't just go buy them)! After trying out the testfire, I definitely still need practice (Especially since I couldn't get motion controls down in a full 12 hours of straight gameplay), and was planning on doing the hero mode to get that down, before trying to get far in ranked matches (or anarchy matches as they're called in splatoon 3.)

[@pinkolizabeth]

10/10 watch this if you thinking about getting a splatoon game.

[@AussieAwesome]

I’d love to see this video remade with Splatoon 3 footage and extra info on stringers and splatanas

[@haonnova]

This is a better tutorial than the actual tutorial, great job

[@pman7588]

i plan on jumping into splatoon with splatoon 3, and i was already hyped because of the weapon design, but now i have nothing to be worried about, thanks pro player cookie..

[@spoiled_lacrimosa]

i am a (near) complete splatoon noob, and splatoon 3 is gonna be the first game in the series i pick up! just wanted to say that this video is super helpful for me :) the formatting is super nice, and i really like the way you explained all the weapons! short and sweet, but still in depth for each one! keep up the good work!! :D

[@deadweightnero]

play the first two

[@spoiled_lacrimosa]

@@deadweightnero i really want to but i never got a wii u (despite begging for one) and by the time i got a switch splatoon 3 was already announced and i decided to just wait

[@deadweightnero]

@@spoiled_lacrimosa well you could get both 2 and 3 and play 2 first

[@spoiled_lacrimosa]

@@deadweightnero too late already 145 hours into splatoon 3

[@deadweightnero]

@@spoiled_lacrimosa well i tried

[@despacitoby2223]

Very high quality and informative. I would show my friends this vid if they were tryna play splat. Good job my brotha.

[@kingslothVR123]

Being a veteran splatoon 1 and 2 player, I can confirm that this is a good starter guide 👍

[@convalaria]

Im getting splatoon 3 for my birthday, and this is helpful. I will probably use the stick view controls, i have used motion controls before, its very hard for me

[@LeonardoAraujo2208]

Bought it today and played before watching this video, the information your gathered will be SO helpful from now on 😅

[@raelitez]

thanks for this video I only read the splatoon manga and know the basics of the game but this really helped out.

[@dansrandomvideos2515]

Not only does this help those that are new to the games but secondly it is also perfectly formatted to be used to show those who are skeptical of or are on the fence about whether to get invested in the series what the game is like to help them make their decision. Amazing guide!

[@princesseri4461]

Such detailed and clear explanation on gameplay and weapon class. I love how this game is Nintendo exclusive because I only enjoy playing this years on my switch 😂 I learned the hard way for Splatoon 2 and tbh, I don’t think I could even explain that well to anyone else like you did. Will definitely recommend this video guide to newcomers. Looking forward to future uploads!

[@jackiecozzie4803]

Thank you so much for this, I was terrified for the splatfest world premiere because I don't want to let my team down, especially if we end up with just 2 players on the tricolour section!

[@MorbidElegy]

I've played the story of every splatoon game, had a great time 100%ing Splat 3's story mode this past weekend, but I've always been bad at multiplayer. This video was really helpful on knowing what roles different weapons play, thank you!

[@zerosaber2242]

One big thing he missed was the clothes branding. Based on the brand of your gear effects how often you will gain a specific clothing slot ability. They are also setup to never gain some slot abilities too. This is used to help you grind for specific abilities on clothes ... so use those Drink Tickets wisely. Drink Tickets can be received from Salmon Run or the Campaign.

[@taryarlinnthit3262]

i just got my splatoon 3 yesterday and this video helped me a lot! Thank you!!

[@capiido6426]

This is probably the best beginner guide to the Splatoon series i've seen. Keep up the good work!

[@TheOfficialAlibags]

Great video! :) I used to play splatoon 2 back in 2018 and just got back into it a couple days ago when i saw they brought out Splatoon 3, this video was extremely helpful, i couldnt believe you only had 566 subs when i checked! The videos quality is great im sure you will grow in no time :) Keep it up

[@est-fm9ui]

Thank you! I just started with Splatoon 3 and it is my first ever game where you have to react quickly (I used to play Animal Crossing exclusively). I must say the story mode is a lot of fun for a complete gaming noob and some levels are pretty challenging (most are a lot of fun though). But thank you for explaining some of the online game modes. There's just a lot and the Splatoon lingo is also quite unique. 😂😂😂😂

[@BLBambooMK2]

Very informative! Great overview of the game as a whole

[@jonathanzink2194]

Using your special will automatically give you a free ink refill. So if you have a quick special like tenta missiles and are out of ink, you can use it as a quick way to refill your ink instantly why you're in a pinch.

[@Wildfolkco]

Man, this is awesome! Thanks for taking your time on making this video, from script writing to editing!

[@kooldude09]

Patience, playing as a team, and staying alive!!! These were outstanding tips. Thanks a lot, cook

[@Henradley]

Finally a no nonsense starting guide! Finally picked up Splatoon to see what the hype was about. Hope you post some more Splatoon guides 💜

[@weaponx40]

Awesome video. I tried motion on your recommendation and agree it’s better now

[@h311s.ang31s]

Yap session ahead!!! Thank you for this guide! I've never played the game, but I have wanted to ever since the first game came out. I have been hyperfixated on the series, consuming as much lore as possible, but I also have been watching guides so I can be pretty decent for a new player when I do eventually get the game. I do have some experience with team-based console shooters, I've played Paladins constantly when it was on the Switch so understanding the Splat Zones mode was easy, it's basically a "capture the objective" kind of mode, except different, as you have to fill it with your ink color, as you said. Same with Tower Control, that was easy to understand because it's like payload in other shooters. The other modes I've never seen before in other games, so I am completely new to them. This video did help me understand though! ^-^ This guide is amazing. I also watched your weapon role guide and that helped me a ton!

[@pegathings]

nice breakdown! I've never played splatoon game before so this was pretty helpful. I would have never thought that this game would have so much depth

[@PhantomMan100]

I'm literally about to pick up Splatoon 3 in the mail today, I have never played one, but I have always been kinda interested, since I play a LOT of competitive games and shooters, and my stream chat has told me I should use the 3rd game as a opportunity to try it, play it, and get competitive! This info was just what I was looking for, now I know what I am jumping into, and what types of weapons I want to try. Great to hear it from a fellow Australian, that was just the icing on the cake to hear it from a local player who is big on the competitive scene! I can't wait to dive in later today and get to practicing. I don't usually use gyro controls at all, I normally struggle to get used to them, but I will take your advice and actually try them this time around!

[@cosmikazeh]

I'm very excited to buy Splatoon 3 as soon as I can! I've been curious about this game for a while so I decided to make some research. Thank you for this!

[@Maria-tg7kl]

even though I have been playing splatoon for a long time I still watched this because it seemed interesting. this is a great and very informative video. Would reccomend if your thinking about getting a splatoon game.

[@kurapikakurta1997]

This guide is also really good for people deciding if they want to play or not too! Squid paintball (as I call it) sounds fun

[@spaceman_acevods8188]

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve always liked splatoon but splatoon 3 will be my first time playing, so this has helped me out so much!

[@kb1133]

We need more people like you

[@remyxedfern5008]

As a comp player myself, this is a very good introduction!

[@NichoXR]

Honestly great guide!

[@PRM0047]

This video has been really usefull to me. I didn't know anything about that game but planned to begin with Splatoon 3. Thank you very much for the video !

[@JuanR0d]

I always wanted to get into this shooter but I still don't know, as a heavily PC fps focus guy with quake, overwatch, valorant, rainbow six, hunt showdown, tarkov. Don't know how sweaty this game can be

[@kyoketsu9262]

I was looking for beginner guides for some of my friends, and then I found this video, and heard “Australian competitive splatoon player” and I was like, new favourite KZbinr 💀

[@johnny_916]

Thanks for this video! I’ve been contemplating on getting this game but wasn’t sure if I would like the play style since I’m new to splatoon.

[@newsoulsam3889]

Hey, just wanna say that this video was really well edited, scripted, and read. Of course, informative, as well. Very high quality video, and I was surprised you only have a few hundred subs - well, this video definitely earned a sub from me!

[@MissParasite]

Really good in-depth guide. I appreciate it!

[@jamesthepanther6346]

Thanks! I played a bit of splatoon 2 and started playing splatoon 3, this helped a lot!

[@aiodensghost8645]

Starting with Splatoon 3, and noticed a lot of my skills from Destiny 2 and Warframe carry over. That said, your guide is still great for the different mechanics

[@wizardgeek3722]

Me watching this knowing damn well I have played both splatoon 1&2

[@johnnybernard]

i can see this being really helpful for alot of people in the future.

[@drewmariani2964]

Great guide! Especially good decision to give them some basic but still powerful strategy tips!

[@justinlopez5238]

I've only played a smidgen of Splatoon 2 before the person I shared the cartridge had to separate due to reasons. This'll probably help me out A LOT! Thanks!

[@catherinej6542]

Technically not a noob, I did play splatoon 2 but not as extensively as most people who love the series. I never was sure of how I should've picked my weapons or gear so this guide really helped!

[@senfortress5218]

COOKIE W

[@AirJordon]

Thanks, splatoon 3 is my first one that i got a few weeks ago and glad I watched until the end because I only played hero mode for the first week before jumping online. Came back for a refresher because I'm level 18 now and want to finally try ranked mode

[@greyrifterrellik5837]

You forgot at least one *MASSIVE* and important thing; ability chunks. The gear system isn't doomed to total RNG; you can get ability chunks by resetting gear, and then use those chunks on empty gear slots to pick exactly the ability you want.

[@coachcookie_]

I haven't forgotten! You're right, ability chunks are quite crucial to play optimally! (I spent hundreds of hours grinding for my sets :P) However, I didn't think it was necessary for a complete beginner's guide. It would be more fitting to talk about ability chunks and grinding methods in a separate guide for players to seek out once they're no longer a beginner. But you're right, it was probably worth mentioning. Thank you very much for your comment!

[@greyrifterrellik5837]

@@coachcookie_ I only brought it up because talking about RNG, without mentioning the way to mitigate said RNG, could give newcomers the wrong impression.

[@cloudandwater]

Simple and brief. This is the best beginner's guide of splatoon3. Tips is just what I wanted to know. Thanks! I was in trouble to find the one because there's no video like this in Japanese. Hope to see another guide for intermediate player.

[@endame90]

I got this game on reserve, it's the first spatoon I play, it's awesome and this video is very useful, thank you!

[@RyneMcKinney]

KZbin algorithm, I beg you please to bless this video to all the noobs.

[@Ohyony]

Life saver i havent played splatoon since the wii u so i was so lost this video helped me get back into the day 💯

[@spooky-helix217]

Stick and motion is like ball cam and car cam in rocket league

[@georgesaliba8876]

Thank you for making this guide! I thought not many people would be new to the Splatoon series, so no one would find it sensible to create a guide. But you did! a very up-to-date, informative explanations of the games intricacies. I first played Splatoon 2 in a Target store as a teen, but I never got the game. Nonetheless, I was hooked on it, I was so excited to see Splatoon 3 being announced and I am super stoked to play. My only question is: What is the purpose of the penalty in Clam Blitz and Splatzones. Is it to prevent one team from overtaking the match in one fell swoop? Great video!!

[@coachcookie_]

I'm very glad you enjoyed! The penalty score serves to punish a team for losing control of the objective *right* before they win off a push. In both Tower Control and Rainmaker, if an attacking team gets team wiped right before they win, the objective will end up moving very far backwards before they can try again, which both forces them to make another substantial push to win *and* rewards the defending team by giving them more room to breathe before they defend again. Under the same circumstances during SZ and CB, though, there's nothing stopping a team from coming in and instantly winning the game in only a few seconds. The penalty emulates that extra bit of effort needed to get your score back to where it was when you lost it. Sorry if this was a bit technical! Thank you very much for your question, and thank you for watching!! 😁

[@georgesaliba8876]

@@coachcookie_ Not at all, I appreciate the technical explanation more than anything man! Thank you for the lengthy response :D

[@DarkFusa]

Great guide I’ve been playing scene the game came out and am hyped for s3 hope to get some new players in s3

[@AlwayzGeekedUp]

Nicee! Ill show this to all my non splatoon friends

[@aklepatzky]

what an amazing video. Im new to Splatoon but ive seen my younger bro play S2 so I kinda know a bit about the game.

[@sadfrog7842]

thank you for teaching me how to play and giving me tips

[@rockkiller124]

As a brand new player, thank you so much for this guide

[@wazzupyuwu]

this is genuinely really helpful! tysm!

[@sandgaijin]

I just got back from Splatfest 3 and noticed a bright red light above the ink tank to really let you know that you have a special to use or not. I checked this out and and never realized that was there this whole time. It's REALLY obvious this time around.

[@giganticmoon]

been playing since s1 but literally had no zero knowledge about competitve, thanks.

[@shimeinissi6534]

cool video it helped out a ton with starting out and composing my first soft

[@SoggiLettuce]

i’ve always wanted to play splatoon but didn’t have the motivation hit now that splatoon 3 is here i’ll play

[@Nthnrsm]

thank you man im getting splatoon 3 next week the only time i played splatoon was on a wii u and it was really good i just subbed and liked :)

[@NALTOHQ]

Im still a Splatoon nooblet, playing the original on Wii U (online is back, yay!) and this still is a bit of help.

[@nicobay4512]

Its going to be my first splatoon with the 3 , i directly hated the gyro move and turn it off . But like , everywhere , i read that its a must . So i guess i will turn it back and try to get use to it .

[@lucasathan9959]

Based

[@cuposleep3456]

Tyvm this will come very helpful once I get my hands on the game

[@wills2652]

Thanks so much! Just started today!!!

[@sign9340]

This is a great guide although the part where you said unlike chargers to splatlings beings able to release charge early is a bit off, both can release early shots although charger will not 1 shot or have their farthest reach

[@coachcookie_]

I did catch that before I uploaded, but since Splatlings benefit way more from releasing their charge early, I thought it would be fine to leave as it is for a complete beginner's guide. Thank you very much for your feedback!!

[@hugggywuggy]

MY FAVORITE ALSO IS MY BIRTHDAY I GOT NINTENDO SWITCH

[@seaneff28]

I just bought my first switch and after watching this, I’m ready to play

[@Jiji_pink]

A lot of people that I’ve tried to introduce to splatoon hate motion controls, and saying “just keep using them, they help like a lot.” Is true but it doesn’t make them understand. (not trying to be mean I literally couldn’t come up with how to explain it until a week ago) So why do they help? The reason is that it allows really REALLY precise aim. It’s the equivalent to a mouse for a pc gamer. Like imagine using the arrow keys or something to aim, not ideal right? Obviously you’d rather use the thing you can control precisely with your own hand movement. Have a nice day to anyone who saw this text wall and decided to read it :)

[@noahphillips3899]

W video

[@HELLERLINE]

Thank you for the help!

[@Sxomie]

My interest I'm this game started with one 50 second video lol

[@RAD27.]

Getting splatoon in 2 days , very helpful :D

[@TheHero01]

Hey i played splatoon 1 and 2 from the start . I tried to help my sister but you make it better :-)

[@ThrillHow]

Thank you! Better at teaching me then ropes than the game has done so far 😅

[@charotte4501]

YOU USED THE OCE HYPE CLIP AT THE END LMAO. This is Spud btw :)

[@SharifAlramahi]

I feel you!

[@denismelendez6213]

Justo the video i needed

[@dracolegend8523]

I want to try the Spider-Man special. Ngl I hope they add a splatana with it.

[@coachcookie_]

Splatana Stamper has burst bombs and zipcaster ;)

[@jamesisa7689]

Nice.

[@zarandrewstra7833]

Grabbing Splatoon 3 after this video thanks