- May 28, 2015
- Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2
Splatoon
There are a few drawbacks and limitations, but Splatoon’s frantic and addicting gameplay is a blast. This is Nintendo’s best new IP in years.
There are a few drawbacks and limitations, but Splatoon’s frantic and addicting gameplay is a blast. This is Nintendo’s best new IP in years.
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Splatoon is a single player shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2 and was released on May 28, 2015. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.
Splatoon is primarily a team-based third-person shooter which is playable by up to eight players in 4-vs-4 matches, although the game also features a single-player campaign. Players control characters called Inklings, wich can change between human form and squid form. Transforming into a squid allows players to swim through ink of their own color, even up walls and through grates, hiding from the …
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Reviews
- Splatoon offers a fresh and unique take on the shooter genre, emphasizing colorful fun over violence.
- The gameplay is addictive and engaging, with a variety of modes and a vibrant aesthetic that enhances the experience.
- The single-player campaign is inventive and enjoyable, providing a nice balance to the multiplayer focus.
- The game suffers from a lack of content, with limited maps and modes that can feel repetitive.
- There are significant online communication limitations, such as the absence of voice chat and poor lobby systems.
- Some content is locked behind amiibo, which can be frustrating for players wanting to access all features.
gameplay
7 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay of the game is characterized by its engaging and frantic mechanics, offering a unique blend of accessibility and depth that encourages strategic thinking. Players enjoy a variety of modes, intuitive controls, and a vibrant aesthetic, all while experiencing smooth online play and a satisfying core mechanic. Despite some minor drawbacks, the overall experience is described as joyous and addictive, making it a standout in the multiplayer shooter genre.
“Splatoon's frantic and addicting gameplay is a blast.”
“An engaging and fresh approach to online multiplayer, with a core ink-splatting mechanic that is satisfying and fun, working in tandem with squid transformation.”
“Ingenious game mechanics, vibrant graphics, and an inventive single-player campaign make for accessible yet deep gameplay.”
“Deceptively simple and accessible gameplay disguises higher-level strategizing.”
Critic Reviews
You’re A Squid Now, You’re A Kid Now
Splatoon is the best game on the Wii U.
90%Splatoon review
Splatoon is a brilliant and unique shooter sorely lacking in maps and modes, and it desperately needs a refill.
70%Ink-redible -- Splatoon review
There are a few drawbacks and limitations, but Splatoon’s frantic and addicting gameplay is a blast. This is Nintendo’s best new IP in years.
90%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Splatoon is a shooter game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Splatoon include science.
Splatoon is available on Wii U and Wii.
Splatoon was released on May 28, 2015.
Splatoon was developed by Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.2.
Splatoon has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked Splatoon for its gameplay but disliked it for its atmosphere.
Splatoon is a single player game with local co-op support.
Similar games include Hyper Jam, Quake III Arena, Overload, Unreal Tournament, Orcs Must Die! 2 and others.