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The posting functionality is not changed much from ''Splatoon 2'', but includes the new option of posting vertical drawings, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images. The player's [[Region and localization#Splatfest regions|Splatfest region]] choice will determine what region's posts will appear (e.g. a player who has chosen the Japan Splatfest region will exclusively see other Japan region posts, regardless of their actual geographic location). | The posting functionality is not changed much from ''Splatoon 2'', but includes the new option of posting vertical drawings, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images. The player's [[Region and localization#Splatfest regions|Splatfest region]] choice will determine what region's posts will appear (e.g. a player who has chosen the Japan Splatfest region will exclusively see other Japan region posts, regardless of their actual geographic location). | ||
Prior to the Nintendo Switch 18.1.0 update, the mailbox allowed the player to post to Facebook or Twitter/X like in the previous game. Following this update (which removed the Nintendo Switch's Twitter/X functionality), posts made with the mailbox are instead sent directly to [[Nintendo]]'s servers, allowing players without Facebook or Twitter/X accounts to make posts, though posts made by players younger than 13 are not visible to other players.<ref>[https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/65057 Nintendo Support]</ref> | Prior to the Nintendo Switch 18.1.0 update released on {{date|2024-06-10}}, the mailbox allowed the player to post to Facebook or Twitter/X like in the previous game. Following this update (which removed the Nintendo Switch's Twitter/X functionality), posts made with the mailbox are instead sent directly to [[Nintendo]]'s servers, allowing players without Facebook or Twitter/X accounts to make posts, though posts made by players younger than 13 are not visible to other players.<ref>[https://en-americas-support.nintendo.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/65057 Nintendo Support]</ref> | ||
[[File:S3 Inkopolis Plaza Mailbox UI.png|thumb|The redesigned Inkopolis Plaza mailbox]] | [[File:S3 Inkopolis Plaza Mailbox UI.png|thumb|The redesigned Inkopolis Plaza mailbox]] | ||
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The mailbox is an object in the hub areas of the Splatoon series that allows players to create posts and share them via social media. These posts can be seen by other players and may be displayed as signs or graffiti in the hub and in various stages in multiplayer matches.[1][2] During Splatfests, players can post drawings that will appear associated with their team during the event.
Splatoon
- Main article: Miiverse
In Splatoon, players could post to Miiverse's Splatoon community from the mailbox in Inkopolis Plaza, either with text or a drawing, both of which were created on the Wii U GamePad. These posts could then be seen in-game as graffiti or signs, or in speech bubbles above other players' Inklings in the plaza.
The mailbox is located between Ammo Knights and Inkopolis Tower. The Splatfest voting booth was positioned to the left of the mailbox before and during Splatfests.
Due to the closure of Miiverse on 7 November 2017, it is no longer possible to submit posts in Inkopolis Plaza, rendering the mailbox unusable.
Splatoon 2
Splatoon 2 allows players to post updates using their social media accounts via the mailbox in Inkopolis Square. They can use Facebook or, prior the Nintendo Switch 18.1.0 update, Twitter/X. Drawings are made using either stick and button controls or the Nintendo Switch's capacitive touchscreen. Additionally, text posts are no longer possible; only drawings can be made. The aforementioned changes aside, the implementation of posts is broadly similar to Splatoon, with posts still being visible both the square and on stages.
The mailbox is located between the headgear shop Headspace and the weapon shop Ammo Knights. The Splatfest terminal was close by before and during Splatfests, near the center of Inkopolis Square.
Splatoon 3
In Splatoon 3, a mailing stand with a mailbox is located in Splatsville. It is located to the right of the hub in the main boulevard, near Hotlantis and across the street from Naut Couture and Man-o'-Wardrobe. For the first time, the Splatfest voting booth is no longer in the immediate vicinity, instead being located on the far side of the main square.
The posting functionality is not changed much from Splatoon 2, but includes the new option of posting vertical drawings, allowing players to draw vertically-aligned images. The player's Splatfest region choice will determine what region's posts will appear (e.g. a player who has chosen the Japan Splatfest region will exclusively see other Japan region posts, regardless of their actual geographic location).
Prior to the Nintendo Switch 18.1.0 update released on 10 June 2024, the mailbox allowed the player to post to Facebook or Twitter/X like in the previous game. Following this update (which removed the Nintendo Switch's Twitter/X functionality), posts made with the mailbox are instead sent directly to Nintendo's servers, allowing players without Facebook or Twitter/X accounts to make posts, though posts made by players younger than 13 are not visible to other players.[3]
The Inkopolis Plaza and Inkopolis Square mailboxes also return as part of the Splatoon 3: Expansion Pass. The plaza mailbox is recolored red to match the newer mailboxes and lacks the Miiverse logo, but retains the two-slot design and eye stickers; it is moved to the other side of the Inkopolis Tower entrance, with its former location now used for the Splatfest terminal. The square mailbox is almost entirely unchanged from Splatoon 2, including its location.
Quotes
| “ | This mailbox is where you can make drawings and post them for others to see. Your drawings may be viewable by other players, so please don't post personal information or inappropriate content. These drawings may be displayed as signs or graffiti in Splatsville or other cities. | ” | — In-game description upon first interacting with the mailbox in Splatoon 3.
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Gallery
Splatoon
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The Miiverse mailbox as seen during a Splatfest, or after scanning a Squid Sisters amiibo.
Splatoon 3
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A post being drawn in Splatoon 3
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Promotional image of an Inkling facing the Splatsville mailbox.
Developer-made posts
Splatoon
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A closeup of an Inkling girl's face
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An Inkling boy in battle with a Splattershot
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A happy Inkling girl surrounded by sparkles
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A detailed drawing of Inkling boy holding Splattershot
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Judd next to an Inkling girl
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An Inkling girl
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A single Moto Boot
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An Inkling girl shocked at a hand coming out of some ink
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An Inkling next to some pizza
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An Inkling girl surrounded by hearts
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Judd posing on his side
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Judd eating a squid
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The heads of Inkling girl and Inkling boy on a patterned background
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A squid
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An Inkling girl with a Splattershot
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A squid
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An Inkling boy in a mask, pointing
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Two Inklings in squid form, one facing up and another falling down
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A rough drawing of Inkling girl
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An Inkling girl with a Splattershot next to two other Inklings in squid form
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An Inkling girl
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A Splattershot
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A shirt
Splatoon 2
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Some ink splats
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An Inkling girl next to the ghost of another Inkling
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Closeup of two Inklings
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A jellyfish pretending to be a squid
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Three Inklings stood side-by-side
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A jellyfish silhouette
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An Autobomb
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Inkopolis Square's animal statues
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An Inkling boy with a Splattershot
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A closeup of Li'l Judd's face
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An Inkling girl with a Splattershot
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An Inkling Super Jumping
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A Splattershot
Splatoon 3
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A post featuring some squids
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An Octarian-like creature
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Smallfry playing the guitar
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An Inkling with a Splattershot next to another Inkling in squid form
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An Inkling using Zipcaster
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Two of the promotional player characters in Scorch Gorge
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Two angry Inklings
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A Fuzzy Octarian tripping on a rock.
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A jellyfish throwing another jellyfish into the air
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An Inkling being rained on
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A shaded Inkling
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The "monkey-crab" cereal mascot
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An Inkling and some Octolings in swim form
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A giant squid walking through a city
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A squid reading a book on a bench
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Two squids on a water slide
Names in other languages
| Language | Name | Meaning |
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 Japanese |
ポスト Posuto |
Post, mailbox |
 Dutch |
Brievenbus | Mailbox |
 German |
Briefkasten | Mailbox |
 Spanish (NOE) |
Buzón | Mailbox |
