ManySplatoonfans have put countless hours into the series, and Nintendo is rewarding those players by allowing them to import their save data intoSplatoon 3to get some bonus rewards, specifically withSplatoon 2. So, for those players out there that have spent a lot oftime withSplatoon 2and want to reap some benefits, keep reading to find out how to import the data and what comes out of it.
How to Import Splatoon 2 Save to Splatoon 3
As soon as players purchaseSplatoon 3and boot it up on their Nintendo Switch, they’ll be greeted with a message stating thatSplatoon 2save data has been found on the console, and players can choose whether to import it or not. Of course, this will only appear if there is actually save data forSplatoon 2on the Switch itself. If someone owns the game but has yet to play it properly, they should do that first and get a clean save file.
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What are the Bonuses for Importing Save Data?
The experiencedSplatoonplayers that decide to import their save data intoSplatoon 3will get several bonuses to hit the ground running in multiplayer.
First off, players will receive three Gold Sheldon Licenses, which are used to unlock some of thebest weapons from Sheldon in Splatsville. The Licenses will be given to players after they complete their first onlineSplatoon 3match.
The second thing that happens is that players can join Anarchy Battles from the get-go, regardless of player level. Anarchy Battles are the replacement for Ranked battles in previousSplatoongames, throwing players into one of four competitive modes: Splat Zones, Tower Control, Rainmaker, and Clam Blitz.
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And lastly, depending on the player’s online ranking inSplatoon 2,they’ll be matched up with players at a similar skill level, and the rank will be set at a higher level from the start.
Should You Import the Save Data?
It’s really up to the player whether they want to startSplatoon 3with the added perks or not. Since it’s been five years since Splatoon 2 launched, some players might want to learn everything over again and take things at a slower pace. However, importing data is the way to go for those who want to skip some tutorials, get great weapons, and start ranking up fast.
