- July 21, 2017
- Nintendo EPD
Splatoon 2
Splatoon 2 brings back everything fun about the original and adds an awesome new horde mode to top it all off.The only thing holding this game back is Nintendo's perplexing decision to hide new content away from players for weeks at a time.
Splatoon 2 brings back everything fun about the original and adds an awesome new horde mode to top it all off.The only thing holding this game back is Nintendo's perplexing decision to hide new content away from players for weeks at a time.
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Splatoon 2 is a single player and multiplayer shooter game with a science fiction theme. It was developed by Nintendo EPD and was released on July 21, 2017. It received positive reviews from both critics and players.
Splatoon 2 is a multiplayer third-person shooter in which players control characters known as Inklings and use colored ink to attack opponents and clear goals. Inklings can alternate between humanoid form, during which they can fire ink with their weapons, and squid form, which allows them to swim through ink of their own color in order to move quickly and replenish ink supplies.
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Reviews
- Splatoon 2 retains the addictive and enjoyable gameplay of the original while introducing new modes and weapons.
- The game features improved graphics and a vibrant art style that enhances the overall experience.
- Local multiplayer options have been expanded, and the addition of the Salmon Run mode provides a fun co-op experience.
- Many aspects of the game feel too familiar and do not significantly differentiate it from the original.
- Connectivity issues and a cumbersome voice chat system detract from the multiplayer experience.
- The inability to change loadouts without leaving the multiplayer lobby and limited map rotations can be frustrating.
gameplay
9 mentions Positive Neutral NegativeThe gameplay of Splatoon 2 is widely praised for its fast-paced, fun mechanics and vibrant visuals, offering a refined experience that builds on the original. Players appreciate the solid single-player campaign, engaging PvP multiplayer with new maps and strategies, and the enjoyable Salmon Run mode. However, some frustrations arise from limitations in weapon and gear customization during matches and the lack of in-game voice chat support.
“The single-player campaign provides a skill challenge that showcases Splatoon's unique mechanics; PvP multiplayer is still a blast and is made fresh by new maps and tweaks to weapon strategies; League Battle introduces a mode with more matchmaking structure to PvP multiplayer; the vibrant, nautical-themed world is delightful even if you're just shopping for new gear.”
“Looks great and sounds better; plays wonderfully, with more inventive map design and refined mechanics; has the same addictive gameplay loop that defined the original; stellar online netcode; oodles of charm; a whole lot of stuff to do, with more to come.”
“When it comes to the actual gameplay, I don't think there are many experiences that touch it right now.”
“Overall, Splatoon 2 is more of the same goodness that the original provides, with some graphical and gameplay improvements and additional game modes and maps.”
Critic Reviews
Splatoon 2 Review - A Nintendo Solution
Splatoon 2 brings back everything fun about the original and adds an awesome new horde mode to top it all off.The only thing holding this game back is Nintendo's perplexing decision to hide new content away from players for weeks at a time.
90%Splatoon 2 Review- Don’t Get Cooked, Stay Off The Hook
Splatoon 2 comes with all of the original game's strengths and weaknesses. It remains incredibly fun and addictive to play, and newcomers especially will fall in love with it. But if you're like me, you will mourn that Splatoon 2 failed to heed its predecessor's advice to stay fresh.
70%Splatoon 2 Review
Splatoon 2 is a very worthy sequel of colours, fun and awesome multiplayer action!
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Frequently Asked Questions
Splatoon 2 is a shooter game with science fiction theme. Common tags for Splatoon 2 include science.
Splatoon 2 is available on Nintendo Switch.
Splatoon 2 was released on July 21, 2017.
Splatoon 2 was developed by Nintendo EPD.
Splatoon 2 has received positive reviews from both players and critics. Most players liked Splatoon 2 for its gameplay but disliked it for its grinding.
Splatoon 2 is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
Similar games include Splatoon, Splatoon 3, Mega Man 11, Halo 5 Guardians, Circuit Breakers and others.