Splatoon 3 idols what to know about the characters TechRadar Skip to main content TechRadar is supported by its audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here's why you can trust us. Splatoon 3 idols what to know about the characters By Cat Bussell last updated 7 September 2022 Meet the Splatoon 3 Idols (Image: © Nintendo) Jump to: Deep Cut Shiver Frye Big Man The new Splatoon 3 idols are here! With each Splatoon game comes a brand new set of lovable popstars who embody the colorful, and delightfully manic people of Splatsville. There are all sorts of great new features to enjoy in Splatoon 3. From new multiplayer modes to shiny new graphics, fans across the world are relishing everything the latest title in the series has to offer – and that's before we've even touched on the new array of Splatoon 3 weapons or the exciting change to one of its best modes. Bringing its now established brand to the Nintendo Switch once more, you can hop into the latest iteration of the joyful third-person shooter. However, no great contest of skill and inky prowess is complete without suitably flamboyant announcers. The original Splatoon gave us the Squid Sisters, Splatoon 2 gave us Marina and Pearl and Splatoon 3 gives us three new idols to preside over Splatfests. Sit, back, relax and get ready to meet the three members of Deep Cut. Splatoon 3 idols Splatoon 3 idols Deep Cut (Image credit: Nintendo) No Splatoon game is complete without its Idols, and Splatoon 3 is no different. In the most recent entry in the series, Splatoon 2's Off The Hook has been replaced by a brand new idol group: Deep Cut. Shiver, Frye and Big Man make up this iconic trio and are a constant fixture of Splatoon 3. You can check out their debut song on the Nintendo YouTube channel (opens in new tab). (Image credit: Nintendo) You'll primarily encounter Deep Cut through their in-game news program: The Anarchy Splatcast. In this show, our three personalities will give you the lowdown on all the details for the latest Splatfests as well as announcements as to which maps and game modes are currently in rotation. During Splatfests, each idol will pick a specific side to support before you're asked to do the same. We don't know about you, but, I'm going to be siding with Big Man every time. Just look at his adorable face. In the interests of fairness, we've prepared a spotlight on each of Deep Cut's members – read on to find out more. Splatoon 3 idols Shiver (Image credit: Nintendo) This violet-haired Octoling has an aloof and haughty personality. Her shark tooth earrings are an allusion to her nickname: "shark tamer". The white sarashi she wears under her purple shawl, as well as the shimenawa rope she wears in her hair serve to reinforce the traditional Japanese aesthetic that Deep Cut loves to channel in their songs and dances. Splatoon 3 idols Frye (Image credit: Nintendo) Easily the most chaotic member of the Deep Cut, Frye is a lover of treasure hunting, dancing, and practical yet stylish trousers. With her casual yet stylish aesthetic, we're sure Frye will be a fan favorite in no time. Her shawl even lights up in time with Deep Cut's music – what's not to like? Splatoon 3 idols Big Man (Image credit: Nintendo) Here he is: Big Man, himself. This large, manta-ray is incapable of conventional speech, but, fortunately, we're treated to translations of his nautical wisdom in Splatoon's text boxes. Despite his unusual appearance, he's just as dedicated to fashion as his bandmates, and sports a distinctive red and white headdress in the traditional Japanese style. Though he may be as avaricious as Frye, we just can't stay mad at the big lug. Now you know everything there is to know about Deep Cut and its three iconic idols. We can't wait to see what the crew gets up to across Splatoon's seasons. Looking for more Nintendo Switch goodness? Here's our list of the best games on the console. Cat BussellStaff WriterCat Bussell is a Staff Writer at TechRadar Gaming. Hailing from the crooked spires of London, Cat is an experienced writer and journalist. As seen on Wargamer.com, TheGamer.com, and Superjumpmagazine.com, Cat is here to bring you coverage from all corners of the video game world. An inveterate RPG maven and strategy game enjoyer, Cat is known for her love of rich narratives; both story-driven and emergent. Before migrating to the green pastures of games journalism, Cat worked as a political advisor and academic. She has three degrees and has studied and worked at Cambridge University, University College London, and Queen Mary University of London. She's also been an art gallery curator, an ice cream maker, and a cocktail mixologist. This crash course in NPC lifestyles uniquely qualifies her to pick apart only the juiciest video games for your reading pleasure. Cat cut her teeth on MMOs in the heyday of World of Warcraft before giving in to her love of JRPGs and becoming embedded in Final Fantasy XIV. When she's not doing that, you might find her running a tabletop RPG or two, perhaps even voluntarily. See more how-to articles TechRadar Newsletter Sign up to get breaking news, reviews, opinion, analysis and more, plus the hottest tech deals! Thank you for signing up to TechRadar. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. 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