Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion

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  1. VideoGameLover
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    Wow WOW, just WOW! I am a huge fan of Splatoon, since Splatoon one. Really like the single player campaigns on both, though the 2nd one felt stale.

    Well, let me tell you, OE is fantastic! Tough. Innovative. Deep. LONG (20-30 hours). And, some of the greatest boss sequences ever created for the series (the 7 Phase series at the end is friggin fantastic! Very "portal-like". )    Wow WOW, just WOW! I am a huge fan of Splatoon, since Splatoon one. Really like the single player campaigns on both, though the 2nd one felt stale.

    Well, let me tell you, OE is fantastic! Tough. Innovative. Deep. LONG (20-30 hours). And, some of the greatest boss sequences ever created for the series (the 7 Phase series at the end is friggin fantastic! Very "portal-like". ) There are many levels that would make great games on their own (talking to you SQUID BILLIARDS level!)

    And the prizes you get for $20, including getting to play as an Octoling in cool new sassy wardrobe is worth the price alone.

    No-brainer. Buy this. (And ignore the stupid 0 score(s) below, put up by angry trolls looking for attention. Even if you do not like this game, giving it a 0 shows you have not played it, as presentation, writing, music, etc shows a lot of love was put into this game.)    … Expand
  2. he110me
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing DLC that's worth every penny. Got me ~10hrs of gameplay, all of which I heavily enjoyed. The missions in this expansion are MUCH tougher than the vanilla campaign, so prepare to die. alot.

    The story is also well-written, though it went in a different direction than I expected. The story seems to take place in parallel with Splatoon 2's campaign, so there's no Callie or Marie anywhere in it. We learn very little about Octo society, though the reasoning for Octos being accepted in Inkopolis is explained in the background. One thing that surprised me was that nobody knew that Marina is an Octoling; Pearl and the rest of Inkopolis thought Marina was an Inkling up to the events of the expansion. We learn about Marina's past and the formation of Off the Hook through text dialogues that are sprinkled in as you play through the levels.    … Expand
  3. LucaY
    Jun 18, 2018
    10
    Octo expansion is amazing fun. Every level has been amazing fun with them all being unique and extremely fun. This also goes deep into the lore of splatoon. With 80 levels, a wide rang of replay value and every level feeling unique it is worth your money.
  4. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 25, 2021
    9
    Maybe if this game wasn't so hard and maybe if the 8-Ball would just gO WHERE I TELL IT-
  5. CEREAL_SoUp
    Jun 17, 2022
    10
    Chef's kiss, this DLC is AMAZING Packed with content some replayability, Nintendo should really make more single player games/DLC/Campaign like this, it's fun and at times challenging. A really nice change to the bad singleplayer in the base game (Splatoon 2). Honestly if you have Splatoon 2 and you are considering buying it, Just do it! Amazing must-buy for Splatoon fans/players. I gotChef's kiss, this DLC is AMAZING Packed with content some replayability, Nintendo should really make more single player games/DLC/Campaign like this, it's fun and at times challenging. A really nice change to the bad singleplayer in the base game (Splatoon 2). Honestly if you have Splatoon 2 and you are considering buying it, Just do it! Amazing must-buy for Splatoon fans/players. I got this DLC in early 2021 and I have Had fun with it ever since.

    WARNING: If you do not like difficult levels DON'T play the secret boss it almost made me cry twice (of frustration)    … Expand
  6. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    the best DLC. this is so good. the new weapons are fresh and delicious WHOOMMY
  7. ANKPlays
    Jun 14, 2018
    10
    Absolutely ink-redible DLC! An amazing attribute to Splatoon 2! Much better than the games actual story, with fun and enticing gameplay, an interesting story, and difficult levels. Worth every penny!
  8. Cfgk24
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    Beautifully crafted expansion. No, it's not easy - People would have complained if it was easy. There are easier levels to help you build up points to attempt the harder levels.
    Art style, Sound and music - Gameplay physics engage you - 10/10 must have
  9. Grease
    Jun 16, 2018
    10
    THIS is how you do a DLC. Octo Expansion for Splatoon 2 is truly the masterclass of what makes a fun and worthwhile DLC pack. (no spoilers here)

    Octo Expansion is a lore and gameplay heavy single-player DLC update. Splatoon 2 already has a single player campaign but it is disappointingly short and much like a glorified tutorial for beginning players. Octo Expansion rectifies this and    THIS is how you do a DLC. Octo Expansion for Splatoon 2 is truly the masterclass of what makes a fun and worthwhile DLC pack. (no spoilers here)

    Octo Expansion is a lore and gameplay heavy single-player DLC update. Splatoon 2 already has a single player campaign but it is disappointingly short and much like a glorified tutorial for beginning players. Octo Expansion rectifies this and shows us all what SHOULD have been in the game from the very start.

    For the first time ever, Octo Expansions protagonist is an octoling, a nemesis to the inklings. Waking up after being kidnapped and unconscious, Agent 8 (us) wakes up without her memories in an abandoned metro subway station. Our old friend Gramps being the only assistance. The goal is to work your way through over 80 levels to reach "the promised land" and to located agent 3 along the way.

    The level design in this game is truly astonishing. Unlike the traditional travel to the goal style levels, there are a variety of stage designs with multiple objectives, such as destroying targets, transporting items, dodging enemy shots and even making pictures out of boxes. The variety amongst the 80 levels are stunning and you can travel between each one seamlessly. Each level is connected via train lines, simply opening the subway map and picking the level you want will take you to the "Test facilities" as the levels are a test to see if agent 8 is worthy. Although you naturally dont have complete access to every single level straight away, you get a variety of level choices as once you complete a level you have access to surrounding ones on that line. Each level will usually give you a choice of weapon allowing you to practice and have fun using weapons you would never usually try out in multiplayer matches, an opportunity the other single player does not give us. Some levels will also consist of using special and sub weapons only to strengthen skills in that area. Levels vary in length some taking as short as 30 seconds to around 10 minutes. 80 Levels is severely overwhelming however especially if you are only in the expansion for the lore as the lore only starts getting good once in the final few areas of the game. This is perfectly redeemed by allowing you to complete the final boss and levels prematurely. By finding "the four thangs" scattered across the metro you are able to progress past the 80 levels and into the final segments (no spoilers here i promised remember?). You are able to return to complete everything you left afterwards. This is great for the people who want to save some levels for summer holidays or when they're without internet connection.

    If you are lore hungry and wanna do all 80 levels before final boss as the ultimate completionist no fear, there are two forms of lore across the expansion levels. as shown by nintendo, collectibles named mem cakes are presented to you at the end of each level, they hold a riddle within each one and if you trade them into a certain characrer you can receive some amazing prizes. The second form is in chat rooms. The two glamarous gals marina and pearl will also be guiding you through the deepsea metro and every so often will drop a chat log for you to read which will expose some secrets and juicy information on Off the hook and the squid sisters.

    The boss fights to avoid spoilers i wont talk much about but let me tell you one thing. Some of the ingame boss fights may possibly be some of nintendos most extreme bosses in their history.

    Unlike the news reports and other dialogue exchanges in splatoon, Octo Expansion somehow makes the characters feel real and not just programmed game characters, there's a certain way in the language and text that makes you feel deeper in bond with everyone than ever before and that's really something special

    Each aspect of the Octo Expansion is unique and gives you something new constantly, it doesnt get tiring and thats great because its really long if you decide to do everything.
    The music is also some of the best from the franchise including some great bops that will make you drop your controller and do a little dance whereever your standing, any time, any place with any one.

    Like nintendo stated the prizes for octo expansion are insane, playable octolings are functional and blend in well, all the gear and weapons suit them and they feel at home in inkopolis, there's something special about being the only octoling in a multiplayer match and being able to say, "im top dog". the only downside which is no nintendos fault but players will often squidbag around you if you're an octoling trying to get you to notice them in their puny squid form.

    Octo expansion $20, with most levels being extended to about 5-10 minutes, octo expansion could be a standalone game. $20 is utterly worth this masterpiece of a DLC update. Words do not give this insane creation justice. all games and companies take heed. Because Octo Expansion is EXACTLY how DLC is done right    … Expand
  10. Daisy1234
    Jun 14, 2018
    9
    It is extremely fun and has expanded a lot on the normal single player which is just plain easy, it can be annoying at sometimes but it makes it that much better when you succeed.
  11. Hakros323
    Jun 14, 2018
    9
    It's everything I wanted the single player and more. My biggest problem was how easy the normal single player was and how it contributed little to the lore. This pretty much improves everything that mode had. The story is more interesting and the levels are harder, but more creative. I like how they managed to incorporate Tower Control and Rain Maker as levels. Plus If you're strugglingIt's everything I wanted the single player and more. My biggest problem was how easy the normal single player was and how it contributed little to the lore. This pretty much improves everything that mode had. The story is more interesting and the levels are harder, but more creative. I like how they managed to incorporate Tower Control and Rain Maker as levels. Plus If you're struggling too much on a level, you can always skip it.

    Finally, I love how this expansion gave Off the Hook more character.    … Expand
  12. SheepSlayer
    Jun 16, 2018
    8
    Awesome level design, more lore and fun for both casuals and pros. With a mix of medium to hard levels, the Octo Expansion manages to have a challenge based system with story and lore that are surprisingly deep. reward for both playing through the "story" and 100% completion feels worth it. My main issue is the price point, it might be a bit much, but if you want more Splatoon 2 it isAwesome level design, more lore and fun for both casuals and pros. With a mix of medium to hard levels, the Octo Expansion manages to have a challenge based system with story and lore that are surprisingly deep. reward for both playing through the "story" and 100% completion feels worth it. My main issue is the price point, it might be a bit much, but if you want more Splatoon 2 it is worth every penny.… Expand
  13. Enjineer
    Jun 18, 2018
    9
    When I first tried Octo Canyon in Splatoon 2, I was quickly bored of it and didn't come back to it after first trying it. With the Octo Expansion, I've been hooked from the moment I first started the expansion after getting it. It's more challenging, expands on the story, and brings a wider variety of levels to be experienced, along with being longer than the base campaign. Definitely aWhen I first tried Octo Canyon in Splatoon 2, I was quickly bored of it and didn't come back to it after first trying it. With the Octo Expansion, I've been hooked from the moment I first started the expansion after getting it. It's more challenging, expands on the story, and brings a wider variety of levels to be experienced, along with being longer than the base campaign. Definitely a must-own for Splatoon 2 fans hungry for more singleplayer content.

    Oh, and I didn't even mention that the music is absolutely fantastic.    … Expand
  14. EduardoAbr
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    The Octo expansion brought to Splatoon 2 a new single player mode, which uses several mechanics, new or already existing in the game, to create extremely challenging levels. In it there are the introduction of several new characters, and the introduction of Marina and Pearl in history. There is a strong link between the characters already present in the game and the new ones from the OctoThe Octo expansion brought to Splatoon 2 a new single player mode, which uses several mechanics, new or already existing in the game, to create extremely challenging levels. In it there are the introduction of several new characters, and the introduction of Marina and Pearl in history. There is a strong link between the characters already present in the game and the new ones from the Octo Expansion. this is a nice example of how to make a dlc creating new mechanics and using the already present in the game, to make a story mode extremely fun and challenging, making paying 20 dollars extra stop being a bad thing.… Expand
  15. Captiosus
    Jun 18, 2018
    7
    I'm happy for more Splatoon single player content. However, having now finished all 80 metro levels and the end game bit, I find that this expansion is very hit-or-miss. There are many levels which are very good but there are just as many which are mediocre or poorly designed. Likewise, many of these levels really highlight the game's shortcomings when it comes to core game mechanics likeI'm happy for more Splatoon single player content. However, having now finished all 80 metro levels and the end game bit, I find that this expansion is very hit-or-miss. There are many levels which are very good but there are just as many which are mediocre or poorly designed. Likewise, many of these levels really highlight the game's shortcomings when it comes to core game mechanics like hit detection. The number of times I was hit by projectiles which went past me, or the number of times items like inkfurlers failed to activate on hit, was nothing short of frustrating. The end stage sequence is truly fantastic and reminiscent of old school Mega Man Dr. Wily castle stages.

    I'm unsure why people are complaining about the difficulty as I found most levels to be not that much more difficult than the base single player campaign. Since its doesn't deviate (much) from the game's core mechanics, most longtime Splatoon fans will blow through this content quickly with the only real challenge being the aforementioned bugs or poorly constructed levels. Unfortunately, its replay value is almost non-existent once you've completed all 80 levels.    … Expand
  16. Misterdude
    Jun 17, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The expansion was very creative though I am a little worried that inklings didn’t know that marina was a octoling. The secret final boss was hell, 3 times the normal health of an ink/octoling. Over all it was a good dlc but suriously nintindo nerf that boss. Just do it. I’m waiting.… Expand
  17. LimboImbo
    Jun 10, 2020
    0
    Worst dlc ever created. Don't buy this crap. It's now worth it. BUT, if you love very bad levels ever created, this dlc is for you. Warning: you will hate it after 2 hours ;)
  18. ZeoN
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Una de las mejores expansiones que ha hecho nunca Nintendo.
    80 niveles nuevos unidos a una nueva y muy buena historia en las profundidades de este maravilloso universo. Supera a la campaña principal del videojuego en muchísimos apartados, y el diseño de niveles y la banda sonora no son la excepción.
  19. Videogamer0615
    Jan 2, 2019
    10
    Almost perfect! (inner agent 3 is what's bad about it!) With over 80 missions, this is a DLC to remember! Girl power station, move it move it station being examples of hard, but fun! All I-I mean most are like this. hard, but amazing!
  20. antoine447
    Mar 24, 2019
    10
    The dlc is an amazing, fun and challenging experience. The story is great. I do however recommend this to experienced splatoon players because some challenges are very difficult. I also recommend to play all 80 challenges because it's very satisfying in the end. I give this game 8/8.
  21. Jothebulb
    Sep 3, 2018
    3
    If the difficulty level wasn't so unforgiving, you'd race through this pack of minigames in a few minutes. As it is, they have cranked up the difficulty to unbelievable levels just t make it last longer: some games which should be fun just become tedious grinds where you die constantly just inches from the goal. Fun, if you want to keep repeating yourself over and over. I thought there beIf the difficulty level wasn't so unforgiving, you'd race through this pack of minigames in a few minutes. As it is, they have cranked up the difficulty to unbelievable levels just t make it last longer: some games which should be fun just become tedious grinds where you die constantly just inches from the goal. Fun, if you want to keep repeating yourself over and over. I thought there be some sort of single-player story line, but there isn't. It looks good and the sound is great, though… Expand
  22. HyperTornado
    Jun 14, 2018
    5
    Great expansion completely ruined by frustrating mechanics and a tedious point system to play the levels. Points are required to play levels and running out of points means you have to repeat lower levels again. Which happens frequently if you keep attempting to beat hard levels.
  23. cube2kids
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    For just the game itself, I would put a 9/10
    But thè final "secret" boss is just a bad boys that cheat you, is not funn to fight. I have spend a horrible time beating it
  24. toonlinkman
    Jun 14, 2018
    6
    Nice looking game unfortunately that is where the good about this game ends. The levels and the story are boring. This really should have been included for free.
  25. dr0nzer
    Jun 18, 2018
    4
    Think Mario Party with a metro map as the board and the stops the mini games, - it's just a series of mini games (80 to be exact) with a difficulty that is not true to the franchise, very unforgiving, more targeted to the hardcore dedicated players and not the casual/drop in player so if you're the former this will definitely challenge you, if you're in the latter then you may find it farThink Mario Party with a metro map as the board and the stops the mini games, - it's just a series of mini games (80 to be exact) with a difficulty that is not true to the franchise, very unforgiving, more targeted to the hardcore dedicated players and not the casual/drop in player so if you're the former this will definitely challenge you, if you're in the latter then you may find it far too punishing.

    The rewards for the difficulty aren't in line with the effort put in and the points/credit based system (lives) contradicts the difficulty which gives you a limited number of tries, plus the fact that everything can be "auto completed" if it's too hard as oppose to giving you a drop in difficulty is just reinforces the fact Nintendo doesn't know how to target or present this DLC correctly.    … Expand
  26. Nixxaras
    Jun 16, 2018
    0
    I just bough mini games. A succession of very short, mostly time limited, hardcore, die-and-retry levels. Exactly what nobody asked for. Forget the exploration and the adventure, here you're pressed to perform gimmicks (one per level) in ridiculously small areas, before the timer goes down, or before you get f***ed by dozens of foes. Even if I was good enough to beat that game I would notI just bough mini games. A succession of very short, mostly time limited, hardcore, die-and-retry levels. Exactly what nobody asked for. Forget the exploration and the adventure, here you're pressed to perform gimmicks (one per level) in ridiculously small areas, before the timer goes down, or before you get f***ed by dozens of foes. Even if I was good enough to beat that game I would not see the point. This is not why I bought Splatoon in the first place.… Expand
  27. Vpupkinv
    Jun 30, 2018
    0
    A pack of short mini games, with a high level of difficulty to increase playtime, because otherwise you would finish this 20 dollar pack in 15 minutes. Typical Nintendo. I was expecting a proper single player story based expansion, but got this just a disappointment.
  28. Obsidanse
    Nov 17, 2018
    0
    Can we have some kind of warning on difficult content please?
    This looks like all ages could enjoy it. Not so!
    It’s “fun”... or “enfuriatingly challenging and often unreasonably random” I will try as much as I can mange. I did fork out £18 for it after all. They worked hard on it, but it’s terribly elite and inaccessible to many... I can’t see youngsters enjoying this after a short    Can we have some kind of warning on difficult content please?
    This looks like all ages could enjoy it. Not so!
    It’s “fun”... or “enfuriatingly challenging and often unreasonably random”
    I will try as much as I can mange. I did fork out £18 for it after all.
    They worked hard on it, but it’s terribly elite and inaccessible to many... I can’t see youngsters enjoying this after a short while. Way too frustrating.    … Expand
  29. FreedomFighters
    Aug 8, 2018
    7
    Rarely, if ever, do I review DLC/expansion packs over here on my Metacritic. It's not for any ill will, mind you, but it's because, really, I don't play many of them! With how many games I still have to finish on my backlog, I don't often feel the effort to go out of my way and play a lot of expansions to titles. Just play the base game and continue on from there. However, given that IRarely, if ever, do I review DLC/expansion packs over here on my Metacritic. It's not for any ill will, mind you, but it's because, really, I don't play many of them! With how many games I still have to finish on my backlog, I don't often feel the effort to go out of my way and play a lot of expansions to titles. Just play the base game and continue on from there. However, given that I adore "Splatoon 2," I was admittedly quite excited when I found out that the game would be getting new single-player content in the form of an expansion, because I always found that the single-player modes in both "Splatoon" games were a bit short, so it was nice to get a little more beef this time around. So, would the new expansion meet my excitement? Well, not entirely, but it's good for what it is.
    "Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion" gives you plenty of beef and bang for your buck if you felt like the base game could've used more single-player content. There's 80 new missions here, and they do follow a number of different formulas: from popping balloons, to defeating as many enemies as you can, to defeating bosses, to grinding rails, the expansion tests all of your "Splatoon" skills. And Nintendo pulled no punches with this one: the difficulty of these missions feels like the equivalent of being slam-dunked into the deep end of a swimming pool by a 7+ foot tall basketball player. I know, extreme comparison, but you get the point: "Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion" wastes no time giving you a challenge. It's nice to see that they didn't entirely skim on the difficulty, and they gave you more than enough to do, which is exactly what an expansion should do. And given that the game does seem to expand on some of the popular lore that more hardcore "Splatoon" fans have been itching for (and also allows them to play as an Octoling, which was heavily requested), plenty of attention seemed to be paid on this one.
    That said, that difficulty thing is also a bit of a negative: just as it wouldn't be all that fun to be slammed dunked into the deep end of the pool by that basketball player (because you'd probably drown), it can be very frustrating dealing with the fact that a good deal of the difficulty comes from a lot of trial-and-error and, to a degree, "fake difficulty." It's great that they wanted to challenge us a bit more, but sometimes, it just becomes overly frustrating, and it makes the repetitiveness of some of the missions show a bit. And while I don't expect an expansion to drastically change the game, if you're gonna include 80 levels to play, at least don't make them feel so same-y. Oh, and if you don't want to skim on the difficulty, please don't break the game with the skip function. I get why they did it, because it's frustrating, but come on, you can literally skip the final boss by dying once! ONCE! Where's the gameplay motivation if, after all the fatigue the seven trials put me through to GET to the final boss, I can literally win the expansion without even so much as FIGHTING it?
    I know, it sounds like I'm harping too much on the game, and I don't mean to, because it is a good expansion! It does quite a few things you might not expect an expansion to do, and it gives you plenty of content! That said, it is a slightly flawed expansion, and some of the positives of it can double as negatives. Still, it's a nice addition to "Splatoon 2" that should keep hardcore fans itching for more single-player content happy for a very long time.
    Final rating: 7 out of 10 "Good"    … Expand
  30. LsSiel
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    Qué juego tan más bueno y disfrutable. Me causó dolores de cabeza y una gran frustración, pero al mismo tiempo me compensaba con grandes desafíos. Cada nivel está bien pensado y realmente te dará buenos momentos.
  31. inenai
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    This DLC is actually what Splatoon 2 could have been. It introduces the single-player story mode that is actually completely different to that of Splatoon 1, it introduces Octolings (finally!) and missions so difficult that it will keep you entertained for several hours! The aesthetics, the immersion, the music and sound design, the characters, the whole concept of this DLC builds aThis DLC is actually what Splatoon 2 could have been. It introduces the single-player story mode that is actually completely different to that of Splatoon 1, it introduces Octolings (finally!) and missions so difficult that it will keep you entertained for several hours! The aesthetics, the immersion, the music and sound design, the characters, the whole concept of this DLC builds a micro-universe within the already original and outstanding world of Splatoon, the puzzle design is clever and challenging, it has collectibles and re-playability for completionists to dive in, and it rewards you with the best of prizes once you beat it. It adds cutscenes to the game, giving Pearl and Marina even more screen time and allowing the player to get to know them and their back story much better- it is what Splatoon 2's single player mode should have been all about in the first place- and even then I feel it was worth the money, as Splatoon 2 as a standalone multiplayer game is good enough as it is.… Expand
  32. kamhagh
    Feb 24, 2019
    8
    The challenges are very hard sometimes!

    it has a lot of difficulty spikes.

    if you're here just to play as the octolings you can skip a lot of them easily, but I think it's overall nice!!

    sadly very very short.

    don't expect much story and lore from this!
  33. hime
    Jul 18, 2018
    9
    Всё хорошо, только со сложностью очень уж переборщили.
  34. Kartchampion05
    Oct 7, 2018
    10
    This expansion pack is the best experience I've ever had playing Splatoon (2), and I have 800 hours in both games combined. While I could write you a 5-page essay on what Nintendo could and should have done better in the base game(s), I fail to see just a single flaw in this DLC, it feels like a beautiful, well rounded and even emotional experience wrapped inside interesting and highlyThis expansion pack is the best experience I've ever had playing Splatoon (2), and I have 800 hours in both games combined. While I could write you a 5-page essay on what Nintendo could and should have done better in the base game(s), I fail to see just a single flaw in this DLC, it feels like a beautiful, well rounded and even emotional experience wrapped inside interesting and highly creative gameplay, this isn't just a linear storyline, you can forge your own unique path through the levels, which (while being super irritating for when you want to watch let's plays but haven't finished the story yet) is a genius approach to story-based games which should be adopted by every game in the genre in some way or form. I will, however, add that if you have no interest in Splatoon's lore, this might not be your cup of tea, while the levels are very fun and interesting, you do definitely get a lot of story, which might not interest everyone, for me personally, I couldn't get enough of it, but that might just be me. Oh and have I said about the music and art style yet? SOOO GOOD!… Expand
  35. Daniel_64
    Mar 10, 2019
    10
    This is DLC done right! Splatoon 2 Octo expansion was announced and released a year after the games launch and was advertised as a single player experience. When playing splatoon 2’s single player campaign to the end you can see it’s lacking in some areas. (For example all the missions are point A to point B.) However with splatoon 2 octo expansion all the missions are all different butThis is DLC done right! Splatoon 2 Octo expansion was announced and released a year after the games launch and was advertised as a single player experience. When playing splatoon 2’s single player campaign to the end you can see it’s lacking in some areas. (For example all the missions are point A to point B.) However with splatoon 2 octo expansion all the missions are all different but with a catch, they are much much shorter. This level design is preferred due to the increased difficulty and that there are more missions (80+). If the difficulty is too hard and you want to get your money’s worth at the end you can always skip missions. (Even the final boss.) so anyone can finish it. Overall splatoon 2’s octo expansion is a great example of good dlc and fan service to the fans who have wanted playable octolings since splatoon 1.… Expand
  36. Shapiro94
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    Octo expansion is amazing fun it's a great experience, Much better than the games actual story
  37. GumVonSchweetz
    Feb 28, 2019
    9
    A good DLC. It tells you some background stories about your favourite characters. Also those octolings are cool. At first i thought it's almost impossible to beat this DLC but it's actually not that hard. Just collect enough points on easy levels and skip hard ones to find those 4 details (or whatever they are called). Yeah, some of those levels are easy as hell. But some of them are sooooA good DLC. It tells you some background stories about your favourite characters. Also those octolings are cool. At first i thought it's almost impossible to beat this DLC but it's actually not that hard. Just collect enough points on easy levels and skip hard ones to find those 4 details (or whatever they are called). Yeah, some of those levels are easy as hell. But some of them are soooo hard. Those require so much accuracy from you. But i just skipped those with Off The Hook's help. ;D… Expand
  38. piscesperiod
    Apr 30, 2021
    1
    Forget about fun with Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion.

    This game becomes increasingly frustrating at an alarming rate, the levels are unforgiving (and pretends that joy-con drift is not a thing), and the last secret boss fight is just dishonest.

    Nintendo missed the mark big time here. I love the franchise, but I regret buying this expansion. It's just dishonest.
  39. Gastly67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Su historia es brutal y compleja, con medida que vas jugando lo unico que eseperas es que jamas termine, su dificultad lo vuelve un desafio
  40. PikachuMaster
    Mar 2, 2021
    8
    Good game, well priced at £20, fun and hardcore levels, amazing soundtrack, frame rate is good, lots of creativity.
  41. AriBurdulis
    Sep 29, 2018
    9
    Hard, but really fun and offers a lot of variety. The music is amazing and the ending is great. If you own Splatoon 2, you'd better own this, too.
  42. smw119
    Oct 10, 2018
    6
    Though the volume of content is admirable and justifies the price tag, the experience overall is on the tedious side. I'm a big fan of the multiplayer in splatoon 2, it's satisfying and dynamic enough to keep my interest but the single player offerings have always been a struggle for me to get through. The single player experience in this game is very hard and can be extremely frustrating.Though the volume of content is admirable and justifies the price tag, the experience overall is on the tedious side. I'm a big fan of the multiplayer in splatoon 2, it's satisfying and dynamic enough to keep my interest but the single player offerings have always been a struggle for me to get through. The single player experience in this game is very hard and can be extremely frustrating. I was able to push through it because I wanted to have the ability to play as an octoling for cosmetic purposes, but I wouldn't do it again. Unless the cosmetic of octolings appeals to you or you're looking for single player content that's on the more challenging side I would recommend against getting this. And if your only reason for getting this is the cosmetics, then you'd better be prepared to complete the single player portion of the expansion because you will have to unlock the ability to play as an octoling and the only way to do that is to play the single player through to the end. Thankfully this expansion is not required as game play updates for this game are free. So you wouldn't be missing out on much if you gave this a skip… Expand
  43. gukbridge
    Aug 20, 2018
    8
    I didn't know the game before, because I've never had a Wii U, but for know I just love it so much. It's VERY fun to play this game, specially with two players. The graphics are awesome, it's dense and colorful. I just found a little complicated to figured it out in the beggining where to go, but the game is absolute amazing for all ages.
  44. TheRedHood1
    Nov 14, 2018
    9
    This is DLC done very well. I thought that this expansion was full of fun but challenging content. There where a few times where I thought it was a tad bit unfair but other than those few times the game is tough but fair.
  45. MrGreenBanana
    Aug 6, 2018
    10
    This expansion makes Splatoon 2 easily the best game on the Switch. With all the extra levels, great music, one of Nintendo's best boss fights ever, several extra helpings of difficulty, AND an even better version of the previously mentioned boss fight, I don't really see how anyone could dislike this expansion. 10/10
  46. Nintenguy
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    The Octo Expansion is overall way better than the included single player campaign. This is way tougher than the single player campaign. Me, being a pro player, is was tougher but I could still beat it with like having to get more lives four times. But to new players, you will rage a LOT in this campaign. If you've played the original game, it will be tough but easier than if you were aThe Octo Expansion is overall way better than the included single player campaign. This is way tougher than the single player campaign. Me, being a pro player, is was tougher but I could still beat it with like having to get more lives four times. But to new players, you will rage a LOT in this campaign. If you've played the original game, it will be tough but easier than if you were a newcomer. I give this a 10/10 because of the cutting-edge level design, big difficulty jump, and it being awesome to play as an octoling after you beat the game. This is worth the money, unlike another game's DLC. I'm not going to mention any names... *cough* *cough* The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild: The Champion's Ballad *cough* *cough*. I'm sorry, I had BAD DLC in my throat.… Expand
  47. BioOrTom
    Sep 1, 2018
    8
    This pack is really great the non-minigame levels are such a treat. Really an essential buy for anyone who enjoyed Octo Canyon.
  48. SushiKolog
    Sep 15, 2018
    10
    This expansion is just the best. With amazing music and difficult challenges, this DLC makes Splatoon 2 easily one of the best games on the Switch, or even the best. Absolutely worth those 20 dollars. Innovation has always been something that Nintendo can do easily, this is a great example. How it adds more lore into the Splatoon universe, and its cutscenes make this a must-buy if you likeThis expansion is just the best. With amazing music and difficult challenges, this DLC makes Splatoon 2 easily one of the best games on the Switch, or even the best. Absolutely worth those 20 dollars. Innovation has always been something that Nintendo can do easily, this is a great example. How it adds more lore into the Splatoon universe, and its cutscenes make this a must-buy if you like Splatoon or want a more difficult challenge after completing the campaign.… Expand
  49. smf-smf
    Nov 18, 2018
    9
    - Usually not a fan of expansions and / or dlc content but here I think its close to done right compared to other games
    - gameplay greatly expanded making it worthy to get back at this game other than just playing online againg
    - surprisingly interesting storyline
  50. SuperInkLink64
    Dec 2, 2018
    9
    WOW! This was easily the greatest DLC expansion I have played. It adds so much new content to the game, it provides an actual challenge, and Octolings become playable! This campaign was a blast to play through. The biggest complaint I have is that the difficulty balance of some challenges can be a little one way or another sometimes. Some stations are very easy, but some are hair-tearing.WOW! This was easily the greatest DLC expansion I have played. It adds so much new content to the game, it provides an actual challenge, and Octolings become playable! This campaign was a blast to play through. The biggest complaint I have is that the difficulty balance of some challenges can be a little one way or another sometimes. Some stations are very easy, but some are hair-tearing. However, the game even gives you the options to both raise or lower the challenge of the stations, or skip a station altogether. Overall, this was one of the best DLCs that is definitely worth your money.… Expand
  51. TrevnadoYT
    Feb 21, 2020
    10
    Man oh man this DLC does a lot. Sure, it only adds a new campaign, but if you beat it, you can play as octolings, there's new gear to be had, which can even be worn on inklings. now for the campaign itself.

    Gameplay: Fun, tight & loose at the same time, challenging, and long. And most importantly, unique. This campaign gives you weapon, sub, and special combinations that you can't get    Man oh man this DLC does a lot. Sure, it only adds a new campaign, but if you beat it, you can play as octolings, there's new gear to be had, which can even be worn on inklings. now for the campaign itself.

    Gameplay: Fun, tight & loose at the same time, challenging, and long. And most importantly, unique. This campaign gives you weapon, sub, and special combinations that you can't get in the other campaign or the multiplayer, and even let you use specials freely!

    Level Design: Simple, yet challenging. Levels are short and sweet, perfect for the switch's general style of gameplay. Levels are also very detailed, you could find easter eggs everywhere. Ignore the 0 reviews, they're not just minigames, they're fleshed out levels with challenge in them.    … Expand
  52. Starmanbeta
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    If you have Splatoon 2, there is no reason to not get the Octo Expansion. It is a much improved single-player experience from the base game's single player. The levels are more creative and varied, and the atmosphere and story are more interesting. This is one of those single player games where I find myself wanting to go back and play through it again, even if there is nothing new toIf you have Splatoon 2, there is no reason to not get the Octo Expansion. It is a much improved single-player experience from the base game's single player. The levels are more creative and varied, and the atmosphere and story are more interesting. This is one of those single player games where I find myself wanting to go back and play through it again, even if there is nothing new to achieve, just because the experience itself is so much fun.… Expand
  53. DouglasFir
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    Octo Expansion is exciting and offers a lot of new challenges. I love the ambiance of the new section of the world, and it captured something I love about Splatoon 2 that I had yet to find in the traditional single player campaign: I always wanted to try one more level!

    I wasn't sure exactly what I was getting myself into since I haven't been a big fan of the solo modes before, but I'm    Octo Expansion is exciting and offers a lot of new challenges. I love the ambiance of the new section of the world, and it captured something I love about Splatoon 2 that I had yet to find in the traditional single player campaign: I always wanted to try one more level!

    I wasn't sure exactly what I was getting myself into since I haven't been a big fan of the solo modes before, but I'm so glad I made the purchase.    … Expand
  54. AcNico
    May 19, 2020
    10
    Its a very cool expansion and I like it! It's hard but fun and offers lots of variation!

    Must have!
  55. Damigamermxus
    Nov 3, 2022
    8
    Great DLC, way better than Splatoon 2 and 3 story mode, and its funny that a dlc, a DLC is the best story mode of the Splatoon saga.
    Its fun, challenging and there’s a lot of lore on this expansion and the objective of this game of getting out from a dark place to a better place make me feel identified with Agent 8, maybe thats why I like her
  56. Juanmi006
    Jul 1, 2020
    10
    It’s really fun, and a little bit difficult, but the challenging part was enjoyable, 10/10 still playing it
  57. kosuya
    Jul 7, 2020
    9
    dlc啊，不错，真3号打了近三个小时，整体比较难。任务挺丰富的，单机的补充，有很多套衣服奖励，还是挺值得购买的。但此游戏魅力还是在于联机乐趣！
  58. Tri9322
    Aug 18, 2020
    10
    This DLC is everything a Splatoon campaign should be. Every level is unique and well designed, and the perfect difficulty. The plot is pretty good, the music and graphics are amazing. The finale and boss fights are amazing, and it has great fanservice for splatoon fans. If you have Splatoon 2, theres no reason not to also have Octo Expansion.
  59. rikidx
    Aug 18, 2020
    8
    el juego en si es perfecto pero seria mejor si cuatro personas podrían jugar en la misma consola osea multijugador no oline mejor que sea oline y multijugador también si la música cambiara
  60. parzy
    Oct 17, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I honestly can't find a significant bad thing about this. There's that other 0/10 review, saying that it would be too hard for children... I KNOW CHILDREN THAT HAVE BEATEN EVERY STAGE, INCLUDING GIRL POWER AND INNER AGENT 3. Seriously, don't give a game a bad review just because you're bad at it!
    Anyways, the story is almost as good as the levels! It's totally different from Octo Canyon, with a new gimmick every level! And, that ending sequence... oh my god. IT'S SO GOOD. The entire ending sequence, the buildup, the final boss, and that beautiful last cutscene just absolutely makes it for me. And the thing that tips it over the edge of 9/10 for me, is PLAYABLE OCTOLINGS!!! It's awesome how you get rewards that you can use in online as well. And for only $20? Dozens of hours of content here, 10/10    … Expand
  61. ivanelkpro_real
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    Si te ha gustado splatoon 2, esto te encantara, el mejor dlc que he jugado en mi vida, es una compra obligatoria si tienes splatoon 2
  62. MrClean76
    Feb 25, 2021
    1
    Gameplay not that good. Most of time in playthrough is from having to restart levels. The ending is kinda nostalgic but doesnt make up for the rest of the dlc
  63. lucinhagamer
    Aug 26, 2022
    10
    a really good DLC, with so many content. this DLC is so fun and you can do very wonderful things
  64. B-ra
    Dec 5, 2022
    10
    This is a great dlc arguably better than the main game. It’s great if you love difficult games, like seriously this game is REALLY hard. This dlc also has a great interesting story you will especially enjoy if you played splatoon 1 but even new players can appreciate this dlcs story.
  65. Eny2505
    May 7, 2023
    10
    After being burned out by the horrible online experience Nintendo presented us in Splatoon 2, i decided to buy the DLC and play through a „better“ campaign. And yes. It really is better. In fact i absolutely love it. It fixes everything wrong with the base game and executes it better than ever. Challenge based levels, more level types, with an easy, medium and hard mode for almost everyAfter being burned out by the horrible online experience Nintendo presented us in Splatoon 2, i decided to buy the DLC and play through a „better“ campaign. And yes. It really is better. In fact i absolutely love it. It fixes everything wrong with the base game and executes it better than ever. Challenge based levels, more level types, with an easy, medium and hard mode for almost every level. Skill ceiling is very high. Some stations are insanely difficult while some are extremely fun. Great addition to an already good game… Expand
  66. thrackerzod
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    To put this simply Octo Expansion is THE best experience for Splatoon. They went all out with the aesthetics and music to boot on this one, where each level provides an interesting challenge often around fun gimmicks. But more importantly this provides lots of levels that aren't forgiving; requiring the player to get the games mechanics down right. I am thoroughly impressed with theTo put this simply Octo Expansion is THE best experience for Splatoon. They went all out with the aesthetics and music to boot on this one, where each level provides an interesting challenge often around fun gimmicks. But more importantly this provides lots of levels that aren't forgiving; requiring the player to get the games mechanics down right. I am thoroughly impressed with the approach to game design, as when I think about what makes Splatoon great I have to point to this.… Expand
  67. bobb2
    Feb 18, 2023
    10
    The best expansion pack of all time. Great story, gameplay and music. Not too easy but not too hard. This expansion pack will forever be with me.
  68. PearlinaFan23
    Jul 5, 2023
    9
    Really fun, and great character interaction. The story could've been better and I didn't love how difficult it was

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#65 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#26 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Nintendo Insider
    Sep 20, 2018
    90
    The Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion never lacks in the sheer spectacle of its creativity. It’s Nintendo at its best, for sure, taking what we have come to expect from Splatoon 2’s core experience only to throw the rulebook out the window to astound with freshly inked ideas. More, please.
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  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    75
    Don't go into this expecting the next step in the evolution of Splatoon. This one's more of a detour. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 20]
  3. GamePro Germany
    Jul 30, 2018
    86
    The Splatoon 2: Octo expansion convinces with great new ideas and a lot of variety, but still lacks a "real" story.
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