How To Transfer Data and Get Benefits in Splatoon 3. Learn how you can get Free Gifts, Benefits, Bonus Rewards, Data Transfer, Save Data Carry Over/Migration, and so much more.
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How To Transfer Data and Benefits
Data From Splatoon 2 Will Give You A Benefit
| Benefits |
|---|
| ・Gold Weapons License x3 ・You can participate in Anarchy Battle(Ranked) from the beginning └ Originally, you cannot participate unless you reach level 10. ・Starts at a higher rank depending on your Splatoon 2 rank. ・You will be able to play against players close to your ability |
If you start playing Splatoon 3 using the same switch that contains the data from Splatoon 2, you will receive the benefits above. It is recommended for those who have experience in Splatoon to receive these benefits since it will allow you to skip the early stage of the game.
Gold Weapons License Are Available For Your Favorite Weapon
Normal Weapons Lincense changes the number required when purchasing weapons according to level. But Gold Weapons License can be purchased with just one piece. You can buy three weapons as soon as you start the game.
Example of Rank Decrease
| Splatoon 2 | Splatoon 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Rank X | → | Rank B- |
| Rank C+ | → | Rank C- |
| Rank C | → | Rank C- |
Splatfest World Premiere Data Cannot Be Used
Splatfest World Premiere of Splatoon 3 was held for one day only last August 28 (Sunday), but even with this save data, it cannot be used to get the benefits for the release.
Transferring Save Data
Use The Same Switch or Account With Splatoon 2 Save Data
The only way to carry over or transfer the data to Splatoon 3 is by using the same Switch that contains the data or the same account. If you connect to online and start the game or enter the lobby, you will be asked whether to carry over the data or not. So be sure to carry over your data to get the benefits.
You Can Only Carry Over Data Once
You can select the carry over data only once per account. If you made a mistake and declined to carry over the data, you will not be able to prompt it again. Be careful when choosing!
If You Are Using A New Switch, Move The Data
If you buy a new Switch from the time you played Splatoon 2, The new switch may not contain its data. In that case, you will not be able to carry over to get the benefits. Try to migrate the data online in advance to avoid this error.
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Splatoon 3 Wiki GuideBeginner's Tips & Guides
| Beginner Guide & Tips | Motion Control & Gyro Guide |
| Character Customization | How To Test Weapons |
| Online Multiplayer Guide | Play with Friends |
| Recommended Settings | How To Squid Roll |
| How To Squid Surge | How To Change Nickname |
| Catalog Guide | Tips To Impove Aim |
| Prevent Motion Sickness | How To Do Recon |
| Recommended Beginner Gears | Shell-Out Machine Guide |
| How to Super Jump | Murch Location & How To Unlock |
System Related Guides
| The Shoal Uses | Freshest Fits Guide |
| How to Transfer Data | How To Use Locker Room |
| How to Update | How to Talk |
| Battle Replays Guide | How to Get Stickers |
| Decorations List | Splashtag & Banner Guide |
| How to Use Emote | SplatNet Delivery Guide |
| SplatNet Gear Shop Guide | Money Farming Guide |
| How to Increase Level Fast | amiibo List |
| How to Get Drink Tickets | How To Get Food Tickets |
| How to Get Crowns | How to Deal With Communication Errors |
| How to Upload Illustrations | General Shop Guide |
| Splatfest Schedule | - |
