Version 4.3.0 (Splatoon 2)

Version 4.3.0 is an update to Splatoon 2 that was released on 2018-12-05 at July 27, 2024. It is the last update for Splatoon 2 that will add new weapons.

Blackbelly Skatepark

 * The map will get renovated, similarly to The Reef and Starfish Mainstage.

Stages

 * Blackbelly Skatepark underwent renovation, similar to the changes made to Starfish Mainstage in Version and The Reef in Version.
 * This marks the first time since December 16, 2017 that the stage's Rainmaker layout has appeared in a Ranked or League Battle rotation in, as one of the changes made was to adjust the balance in said mode.

Weapons

 * Four variants of existing weapons will be added to the game -, , , and . Now, every weapon will have a version with a different sub and special.
 * In addition, a fourth Kensa Collection will be released, containing the Kensa .52 Gal, Kensa Glooga Dualies, Kensa Mini Splatling and Kensa Rapid Blaster.

Abilities

 * Existing gear abilities and  will be combined into a single ability,.
 * The new ability will have the same effect as equipping both the old ones, with no downgrade.
 * Existing Ability chunks and drink tickets will also be converted.
 * An additional new ability, will also be added to gear as well as in secondary ability slots.
 * This ability's effect will vary between different main weapons, even in the same class. Examples given are:
 * - increase shot accuracy when firing while jumping.
 * - increase ink coverage.
 * - increase damage.
 * - increase duration of firing in a burst.
 * - speed up Brella canopy regeneration.
 * - Slightly increase movement speed while inking.