Splatoon 2

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1422 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 108 out of 1422
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  1. fredinator
    Nov 25, 2018
    5
    I want to like Splatoon 2 but can't. It has fun design but
    - NO DEDICATED SERVERS even though you have to pay for online service
    - Weapons are poorly balanced and the passives on items increase that imbalance
    - Bear Corp is worse... It gives you random weapons you don't want to use or are simply bad against certain enemies
  2. Pugefest
    Mar 11, 2019
    6
    This game is fun at its core, but it the decisions the developers made in regards to matchmaking prevent this from being something I ever seek out to play. I have at times waited numerous matches queued to join a friend, with it autofilling slots with other people before myself. In other instances, it joins me into a lobby without the friend. The lack of simple multiplayer functionalityThis game is fun at its core, but it the decisions the developers made in regards to matchmaking prevent this from being something I ever seek out to play. I have at times waited numerous matches queued to join a friend, with it autofilling slots with other people before myself. In other instances, it joins me into a lobby without the friend. The lack of simple multiplayer functionality that has at this point been around for over a decade is inexcusable, and their attempt to remedy it through an external mobile app (whose party function still does not let you play together in public matches) is offensive. Paired with that, the unskippable news reels are annoying (especially since you have to sit through them every time the stages change), and the inability to play salmon run whenever I want also demotivates myself from playing.… Expand
  3. westkent
    Aug 18, 2017
    7
    Trying to play this game online with friends is pretty much impossible, salmon run is limited by time, the online app is a mess, the server runs at 18 ticks and the single player was just all right. This has to be one of the worst online experiences for an online game in recent years, but even with so many flaws the game play is addicting, music is exciting and painting your color ontoTrying to play this game online with friends is pretty much impossible, salmon run is limited by time, the online app is a mess, the server runs at 18 ticks and the single player was just all right. This has to be one of the worst online experiences for an online game in recent years, but even with so many flaws the game play is addicting, music is exciting and painting your color onto the ground is super satisfying. This really is really an amazing game only held back by Nintendo's non existent knowledge of how online games work, if you are wanting a competitive game, i suggest you look over to Overwatch or CS:GO, but if you are looking for a good time this game definitely deliveries.… Expand
  4. raihidara
    Jul 21, 2017
    7
    It's mild fun, just don't expect to have any fun with friends and family at home, as split screen is not an option. Otherwise there is a short and bland single-player mode, and the main meat of the game is online. Very little has changed from the previous entry as well. Avoid this game unless you live for online play.
  5. awolcz
    Jul 23, 2017
    6
    I didn't play the original game, so I really like the concept. The idea of the game is really great and I'm enjoying the core gameplay. But what is really bad about the game is friend support. Only way to play with your friends is in regular mode, where you are rarely on the same team. You are always on random teams. Other way is to create private match using mobile application, and inviteI didn't play the original game, so I really like the concept. The idea of the game is really great and I'm enjoying the core gameplay. But what is really bad about the game is friend support. Only way to play with your friends is in regular mode, where you are rarely on the same team. You are always on random teams. Other way is to create private match using mobile application, and invite 7 other people! Otherwise, you are not playing with your friends, unless you reach B- rank in ranked mode (which also can not be played with friends). Getting that rank is extremely difficult, because you play with bunch of randoms and also, rank is given per mode, and modes rotate every 2 hours. This game is so much "team up with friends" unfriendly, that it is ridiculous, especially for team based game. If this is fixed, I could give this game like 9/10, but current state is really a joke.… Expand
  6. Madmortagan68
    Jul 27, 2017
    5
    I love this game but am so frustrated with Nintendo. In almost every way this game is better than the original. The weapons and especially the specials are more balanced. The map designs have been improved. The single player campaign is more robust and flushes out the game mechanics much better. And the portable nature of the switch makes the whole experience better.

    That said,    I love this game but am so frustrated with Nintendo. In almost every way this game is better than the original. The weapons and especially the specials are more balanced. The map designs have been improved. The single player campaign is more robust and flushes out the game mechanics much better. And the portable nature of the switch makes the whole experience better.

    That said, Nintendo is being ridiculous with this game. If they created a car with infinite reusable energy, a breakthrough that could change the world, they would decide not to put in an air conditioner or enable the windows to be rolled down.

    My rating instantly goes to a 10 when they make Salmon Run available at all times or at least allow you to create a lounge for it online at all times . They way they schedule this mode is one of the stupidest things I've seen in years. I'm also extremely frustrating that this is also the only realistic way I can play cooperatively with my friends. We cannot play cooperatively in turf war because the matchmaking randomizes the teams. We cannot play cooperatively in ranked either. Instead I have to wait for all my friends to become eligible for league battles. Come on Nintendo these simple-to-change things are having a major negative impact on this game    … Expand
  7. rafaaguilera
    Sep 12, 2017
    7
    I loved Splatoon on Wii U, it was a fun and very fresh take on shooter genre, but unfortunately this sequel doesn't add much more to what we've played before. It features the same gameplay structure and modes with some extra content (and better visuals), like a new horde mode called ''Salmon Run'', which is nice by the way, but for some strange reason, it's not available to play anytime.I loved Splatoon on Wii U, it was a fun and very fresh take on shooter genre, but unfortunately this sequel doesn't add much more to what we've played before. It features the same gameplay structure and modes with some extra content (and better visuals), like a new horde mode called ''Salmon Run'', which is nice by the way, but for some strange reason, it's not available to play anytime. Also there is a new story for the single-player campaign, that was something i was expecting bigger improvements in terms of length and production value for this sequel. However, even good, it is disappointedly similar and short as the first game.
    So, i'd say that if you skipped the Wii U, go for it and have a great time, but if you have played the original to death, you may get tired of playing the same stuff all over again.
    Splatoon 3 will probably happen some day, so i'm counting on a completely re-invention for the series next time.    … Expand
  8. retr0gamer
    Aug 31, 2017
    7
    Splatoon 2 is a great sequel but I there is alot of problems. 1, the wifi is a problem, when I play online some times it will lag and say there is a connection problem. 2, Salmon Run is a great mode but IT SHOULD BE OPEN ALWAYS!!!!! There is more problems but other then that it's a great game. I would recommend it to people
  9. Michael_Stars_5
    Aug 9, 2017
    7
    This sequel to the smash hit of 2015 feels like the same game with a new bucket of paint. While I played Splatoon 2 I just felt like I was playing the first game but with DLC. It's gameplay is addictive of course just like the first, but it feels boring, it doesn't feel brand new, and that's exactly what a sequel should do. So when stuff like FIFA 17 happens, it doesn't feel like a sequel,This sequel to the smash hit of 2015 feels like the same game with a new bucket of paint. While I played Splatoon 2 I just felt like I was playing the first game but with DLC. It's gameplay is addictive of course just like the first, but it feels boring, it doesn't feel brand new, and that's exactly what a sequel should do. So when stuff like FIFA 17 happens, it doesn't feel like a sequel, the game is fun but at the same time boring, the story is great but predictable and overall a fun experience that should have costed less.… Expand
  10. edeo
    Aug 14, 2017
    7
    Splatoon 2 is an ok game, it does have some very good gameplay and mechanics but almost none of that from the singelplayer is in the multiplayer the weapons are hopelessly unbalaced. The sigleplayer is very good but to short and some of the bosses are wait for them to attack the weakpoints are exposed hit the weakpoints x amout of times. But is it fun........... kinda even if this game isSplatoon 2 is an ok game, it does have some very good gameplay and mechanics but almost none of that from the singelplayer is in the multiplayer the weapons are hopelessly unbalaced. The sigleplayer is very good but to short and some of the bosses are wait for them to attack the weakpoints are exposed hit the weakpoints x amout of times. But is it fun........... kinda even if this game is a piece of garbage there is still something very fun about splatting things with paint. Because you cant make groups and there is no voice chat i say wait for a sale and buy it if you are intrested.… Expand
  11. brandonblue9
    Aug 10, 2017
    6
    it's great but, when are we going to get less connection problems and a skip button on the stage reveals? my connection problems make me wanna call this game "'A communication error has occurred' simulator".
  12. KingHeavy
    Aug 12, 2017
    6
    For the multiplayer, there isn't much different from Splatoon 1. And as someone who wasn't a really big fan of Splatoon 1's multiplayer, this was very disappointing for me. However, I loved the singleplayer in both games, and Splatoon 2 expands upon the singleplayer and makes it even better. If you haven't played Splatoon 1, than I would recommend it. But if you have, than I wouldn'tFor the multiplayer, there isn't much different from Splatoon 1. And as someone who wasn't a really big fan of Splatoon 1's multiplayer, this was very disappointing for me. However, I loved the singleplayer in both games, and Splatoon 2 expands upon the singleplayer and makes it even better. If you haven't played Splatoon 1, than I would recommend it. But if you have, than I wouldn't recommend this game.… Expand
  13. MediaFreak
    Jul 21, 2017
    7
    A good game let down by lack of improvements.

    No amount of polish and digits at the end of the title can fool anyone here. This is just spaltoon 1 again. The improvements that the first one needed arent here and the fact that you no longer have the second screen map make this feel like the prequel. If you played the first game you'll be frustrated yet again, having to get to level 10    A good game let down by lack of improvements.

    No amount of polish and digits at the end of the title can fool anyone here. This is just spaltoon 1 again. The improvements that the first one needed arent here and the fact that you no longer have the second screen map make this feel like the prequel.

    If you played the first game you'll be frustrated yet again, having to get to level 10 (at least a dozen hours) of the dullest mode the game has to offer to be able to play the fun stuff. On top of that there is still no replay to show you how you died, you still have to come offline to change your load outs, and no new gameplay elements seem to have been introduced.

    On top of all this there is still no voice chat, sure you can use youe phone and the nintendo app to voice chat, but i can only use my phone and facetime whilst playing this game, doesnt mean this game has video chat now does it.

    A lazy effort alround by nintendo.    … Expand
  14. Goo4you
    Aug 7, 2017
    7
    For what it is Splatoon 2 has a lot going for it. As Nintendo finally wakes up and starts building new IP's to keep their company afloat, I wonder if this is just skin-deep?

    Splatoon 2 is unique on the surface; new creative ideas for design, but within is the same tired, monotonous gameplay design Nintendo refuses to budge on. While I understand this might be what core players desire,    For what it is Splatoon 2 has a lot going for it. As Nintendo finally wakes up and starts building new IP's to keep their company afloat, I wonder if this is just skin-deep?

    Splatoon 2 is unique on the surface; new creative ideas for design, but within is the same tired, monotonous gameplay design Nintendo refuses to budge on. While I understand this might be what core players desire, it means Nintendo is now ONLY making gameplay for that player base and the rest be damned!

    Everything works in the game. Shooting is fun, maps are fun, the objectives are fun, upgrades feel good to get, but there is where and how far I felt it was worth to go. After getting compete gear what is there truly left to do with Splatoon 2? You are left with simply getting to an equilibrium with combat against other players to endlessly do the same thing over and over and over. I personally find this is indicative of the current video game market; but Nintendo are the LEADERS in monotonous game design.

    As said said before: everything works, but there's nothing to work towards, nothing more akin to a past trope equivalent in video games: Earning Points. This is how the gaming industry has moved in the last few years: Build a game, debase things that worked in generations past (story is dumb in games), exclaim ONLY gameplay matters, hide ineptitude (can't be bother to make a story that works) build EVERYTHING around gameplay, create boring endless pvp fighting that amounts to nothing but more of the same, just with the same handful of maps/objectives. How many times can someone do the samething I wonder? And I know there will be people which will disagree here; that's expected. You are part of the community that ALWAYS wanted this, the vast majority though are stuck.

    If you are looking for something new from Nintendo with Splatoon 2, you will be getting only half new. A solid pvp shooter which is nothing more than a monotonous point collector simulator with vibrant colors.    … Expand
  15. akukul
    Jul 30, 2017
    7
    This game would be really good if it wasn't so bad.

    You get absolutely brilliant gameplay, wonderful mechanics and lovely visuals, all ruined by nintendo's completely dumb decisions. There are 8 battle stages, but they change every two hours, so if you're interested in short session you'll be able to play only two of them. Every single day you get to watch unskippable cutscene    This game would be really good if it wasn't so bad.

    You get absolutely brilliant gameplay, wonderful mechanics and lovely visuals, all ruined by nintendo's completely dumb decisions. There are 8 battle stages, but they change every two hours, so if you're interested in short session you'll be able to play only two of them. Every single day you get to watch unskippable cutscene presenting current stages even though you can check these anytime yo want in menu. Matchmaker is not very good, you either get into battle instantly or wait three minutes to be kicked out because there's not enough players. There's a lot of AFK players, whom in 4vs4 make a huge difference. After reaching level 10 you gain access to ranked battles (which is reasonable). There are three ranked modes, which also change every two hours. Therefore if you don't like one of modes, you won't be able to play other modes until time window passes. After reaching rank B- (which means gaining three ranks, or actually two if you're good enough) you gain access to league matches, which can only be played with friends against other teams. Since I only have two pals who own switch and neither of them have splatoon, I'm unable to play league battles. You cannot change weapons without quitting lobby (it's due to matchmaking being weapon based - which is BS, it matches completely wrong weapons sometimes, like 4 identical weapons in one team and 4 different weapons in another). You cannot communicate with teammates, so if someone does something stupid you cannot tell him what to do or insult him for being stupid. Only three messages are availabe - "booyah", "this way" and "ouch". It doesn't suit my communication needs at all. You can also use MOBILE APP for voice chat but only with your friends, so it's easier to use TS or Discord. There's also fourth game mode - salmon run, which is cooperative rush mode. I really like it, but you can't play it all the time since it has time windows (WTF nintendo?!). So, to sum things up - I don't like the matchmaker, I don't like time windows, I don't like playing two levels over and over again, I don't like completely unbalanced weapons. I get more annoyed than satisfied by this game.

    There's also a single player mode, but it's so dull, there's no point in even launching it.    … Expand
  16. mixedreviews
    Jul 27, 2017
    7
    The success of Splatoon so far has been unquestionable. That said, there are faults within the game, and those faults continue in #2.

    Team "balancing" is an issue. One game is a "blow out" for one team, the next, a "blow out" for the team you are selected for. "Blow outs" should be a rare occurrence, but they are not. There should be more games that are competitive. A regular "Bell    The success of Splatoon so far has been unquestionable. That said, there are faults within the game, and those faults continue in #2.

    Team "balancing" is an issue. One game is a "blow out" for one team, the next, a "blow out" for the team you are selected for. "Blow outs" should be a rare occurrence, but they are not. There should be more games that are competitive. A regular "Bell Curve" should apply to game distribution.

    This of course does not apply to "League" or "Custom" in #2.

    Also, game "precision" could be improved, accounting more for evasive maneuvers that a player does in "close shot" situations. The game seems to err on the side of the shooter getting the "splat", rather than the "dodger" getting away.

    On the defensive side, it's really easy to "stack" your player defensively (with clothing bonuses), making them way too difficult to splat with direct shots firing on them. Toning down the defensive bonuses might help here.

    If you liked #1, #2 is recommended. If you've never played Splatoon before, this is a cool game that is fun, and can be addicting. Sometimes, it can be a little frustrating though.    … Expand
  17. Gravy_Dreamboat
    Jul 24, 2017
    6
    This is an excellent game; it has loads of creativity, personality, and mechanics that are both solid and unique. BUT the game is plagued with horrible servers. I'm constantly disconnected (as are many others, apparently) while using a network that runs Overwatch, Rocket League, and Battlefield 1 with no problems. Otherwise, I would give this game a 9/10.
  18. zephir93
    Jul 22, 2017
    5
    sound more like splatoon deluxe then splatoon 2. as always, poor content and questionable choices from nintendo.

    i hope this and arms will be updated with more more more contents
  19. ultraviper
    Nov 29, 2017
    7
    Really fun game, both single player and multiplayer. This review probably would have been a 9 or 10 if not for one thing: the REALLY LONG UNSKIPPABLE CUTSCENE every time you start the game while connected to the internet. I have 3 kids that play and we all take turns, all with our own profiles, so we have to watch the REALLY LONG UNSKIPPABLE CUTSCENE 4 times every day.
  20. Sakamoto_San
    Sep 11, 2017
    7
    Un buen titulo, lo mejor que ay al momento en switch pero se siente flojo en comparación a su primer entrega, este splatoon 2 parece mas un DLC del primero que otro juego, técnicamente no mejoro nada, pero si entrego un poco mas de historia, algunos campos y armas nuevas y su mayor fortaleza nuevos modos de juego es muy recomendable en especial si no jugaste el primero, aunque resultaUn buen titulo, lo mejor que ay al momento en switch pero se siente flojo en comparación a su primer entrega, este splatoon 2 parece mas un DLC del primero que otro juego, técnicamente no mejoro nada, pero si entrego un poco mas de historia, algunos campos y armas nuevas y su mayor fortaleza nuevos modos de juego es muy recomendable en especial si no jugaste el primero, aunque resulta frustrarte el pésimo servicio de juego online que tiene.… Expand
  21. AllySky
    Jun 16, 2018
    7
    Clearly love and effort is being put into this game, not to mention it is incredibly adorable and fun. However the game play is at times frustrating, and it is far from the best moba out there.
  22. DolphinReviews
    Jul 20, 2022
    5
    Splatoon 2 is a sequel in the same way pickles are a sequel to cucumbers. It doesn't do much different from the first game but does leave me feeling salty.

    It's a decent game, the story mode is okay and the multiplayer is okay.
  23. midipon
    Dec 6, 2019
    6
    Ever since version 4.0/the introduction of Main Power Up the meta has been ass. Oftentimes getting splatted is more "who's cheesing the game" than anything else. Even the casual Turf War mode is full of people who waste time slapping the ZR button instead of playing the game.

    Get rid of snipers and rebalance the game and it'll be great again. See you in Splatoon 3, I'm letting my Switch    Ever since version 4.0/the introduction of Main Power Up the meta has been ass. Oftentimes getting splatted is more "who's cheesing the game" than anything else. Even the casual Turf War mode is full of people who waste time slapping the ZR button instead of playing the game.

    Get rid of snipers and rebalance the game and it'll be great again. See you in Splatoon 3, I'm letting my Switch Online lapse. I have had enough of Salmon Run too, ever since version 5.0 every rotation of that mode has been awful.    … Expand
  24. MiracSpectac
    Dec 19, 2017
    7
    As someone who was quite skeptical of the first Splatoon, this sequel has done a great job improving on the base mechanics and alleviating my doubts about the concept. It's fast, quirky and fun with a great soundtrack to boot. But while it does do a great job improving on the original, I feel it doesn't do nearly enough. I believe the original displayed an interesting concept that didn'tAs someone who was quite skeptical of the first Splatoon, this sequel has done a great job improving on the base mechanics and alleviating my doubts about the concept. It's fast, quirky and fun with a great soundtrack to boot. But while it does do a great job improving on the original, I feel it doesn't do nearly enough. I believe the original displayed an interesting concept that didn't work whereas Splatoon 2 improves these mechanics showing that it can work, though the lack of compelling modes doesn't really create a game that begs to be played. I still believe it's a great game, but after a couple entries the series is still rough around the edges.… Expand
  25. BFM
    Mar 27, 2020
    6
    This game is mechanically flawed.
    It makes only sense to play this with motion controls.
    The problem is that the motion controls on Switch are very bad. No matter if you use Joy-Con or the Switch Pro Controller, any fast movement will result in the sensors going off and your character looking at the sky or the ground. You are constantly resetting the view, and you are not allowed    This game is mechanically flawed.
    It makes only sense to play this with motion controls.
    The problem is that the motion controls on Switch are very bad.
    No matter if you use Joy-Con or the Switch Pro Controller,
    any fast movement will result in the sensors going off and your character looking at the sky or the ground.

    You are constantly resetting the view,
    and you are not allowed to aim as fast as your hands and mind would allow it,
    because it is just too much for the Switch motion sensors.

    You might think that this is something you can live with, but it will slowly eat up and destroy any enjoyment that you could have, playing this game competitively.
    Only a big pile of frustration awaits you, once the honey moon period is over.    … Expand
  26. Zalabar22
    Dec 26, 2017
    6
    Splatoon 2 is an incredibly casual shooter that can be fun in short bursts. The lack of decent party systems, dependable and accsessable voice chat, and it's incredibly unbalanced multiplayer really hurt this game to the point that it will never be anything more then a fun game when played in short bursts. Did I mention it is only fun in short bursts?

    -23 hours played at the time of    Splatoon 2 is an incredibly casual shooter that can be fun in short bursts. The lack of decent party systems, dependable and accsessable voice chat, and it's incredibly unbalanced multiplayer really hurt this game to the point that it will never be anything more then a fun game when played in short bursts. Did I mention it is only fun in short bursts?

    -23 hours played at the time of posting this review, obviously over the course of multiple play sessions that were played in short bursts.    … Expand
  27. Handtorch
    Nov 17, 2017
    5
    -Update-
    My original score on the game was a 4/10. After playing the game for a while I’m willing to bump up my score 2 points for not having mico-transactions, season passes, or charging for new maps. However, the matchmaking process is rubbish and I end up on a team that is either stomping on the opposition or being stomped. About 1/3 of the time there is a dropped player that    -Update-
    My original score on the game was a 4/10. After playing the game for a while I’m willing to bump up my score 2 points for not having mico-transactions, season passes, or charging for new maps. However, the matchmaking process is rubbish and I end up on a team that is either stomping on the opposition or being stomped. About 1/3 of the time there is a dropped player that dictates what side loses. It is less than satisfying to win a match only to see that the losing side had a zero point player. I’ve also been dropped from games with a “connection error”; when I start another match I’ve been greeted with a ban threat if I keep dropping. I haven’t rage quit this game yet. I have a stable internet connection (fiber optic) and I do not have connection issues with any other online game I’ve played on PS4 or PC. Considering the match making problems and dropped players I have to give the game a -1 point; the resulting delta then +1, so 5/10.

    The game play was fun I really like the concept of a cartoon shooter that would be fun to play with my son. That being said there is no split-screen multiplayer mode. I could understand not supporting split-screen multiplayer for a game like Call of Duty but not a cartoon game that should share the same demographic as Mario Kart. With the exception of the very short campaign/tutorial the lion’s share of the game is online only; this becomes a problem when you find out Nintendo will be charging an annual fee for online play. On principal I’m not willing to pay full price for what is a yearly rental. Because the Switch doesn’t support voice chat it can be difficult to coordinate with your teem but that really didn’t hurt the game when I was playing it. I would have given this game a much higher score if it supported split-screen multiplayer and was either exempt from the online subscription fee or was a $40 game.    … Expand
  28. Winko
    Oct 21, 2017
    7
    Good:
    - Campaign: Levels have a lot more variety than expected, especially considering how much emphasis is put on the multiplayer modes. The weapon specific missions act as great tutorials for the wide array of weapons and maps are usually tailored nicely to suit the gun being used.
    - There is a wide range of weapons, sub weapons, and super abilities that all feel great to use in their    Good:
    - Campaign: Levels have a lot more variety than expected, especially considering how much emphasis is put on the multiplayer modes. The weapon specific missions act as great tutorials for the wide array of weapons and maps are usually tailored nicely to suit the gun being used.
    - There is a wide range of weapons, sub weapons, and super abilities that all feel great to use in their own respects and all have their own unique functionality. It all comes down to preference.
    - Despite a ton of small issues, the game is a very fun take on the shooter genre. Covering the map in paint and surfing as a squid is very enjoyable.
    - Salmon Run adds some nice variety to multiplayer
    - The soundtrack is catchy

    Mixed:
    - Bosses could have been a little better but it’s nice that they’re in there at all
    - Tons of cosmetic items but the scrub system is tedious for gathering power-ups you want and players who put massive amounts of time towards it have huge advantages in multiplayer modes

    Bad:
    - Can’t switch your load outs in the middle of a match and you have to leave match making completely to do so
    - Veteran players have massive advantages over newcomers; match making pits low level players against high level players much to often
    - You lose your super charge when you are killed
    - Players can’t leave match making while searching for a game; waiting times can be very long and the timer resets every time a player enters the lobby or turns off their game
    - Voice chat…
    - Players can’t create parties with their friends; chances are you’ll often be fighting against friends rather than with them
    - The multiplayer map preview plays everytime you start up the game and is unskippable
    - Map rotations are dumb and the fact that you can’t play Salmon Run whenever you want is stupid
    XXX    … Expand
  29. dislexicpotato
    Oct 2, 2018
    7
    There are a lot of things to love about Splatoon 2 like its bright colourful gorgeous graphics, its unique sound track and the tons of free dlc that come out for the game. The game overall is quite good but is VERY similar to its predecessor and feels more like an expansion than an actual new game. The weapons also arent very balanced.
  30. SimonD00
    Aug 5, 2019
    7
    FPS games have never been my thing, but there is something with splatoon 2 that just clicks for me. A huge part of that is problablty that the gameplay is unlike any other FPS ever (Exept of course the first splatoon) The combat is not just based around kills, though it does still help the team,but painting the ground is your main mission in this game. The game is a bit short on contentFPS games have never been my thing, but there is something with splatoon 2 that just clicks for me. A huge part of that is problablty that the gameplay is unlike any other FPS ever (Exept of course the first splatoon) The combat is not just based around kills, though it does still help the team,but painting the ground is your main mission in this game. The game is a bit short on content but that doesn't matter since you can easily put 100 hours in the onlie gamemodes that currently exists. The thing that drives this up to a 9 for me is that this game is just plain adictiv and fun, the combat is super fast and easy to learn but still hard to master and there is always alot of room for improvement in skill. Truely a great game… Expand
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#24 Best Switch Game of 2017
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  2. Mixed: 6 out of 100
  3. Negative: 0 out of 100
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Oct 12, 2017
    85
    Though never fun in real life, spilling ink all around is even more fun in Splatoon 2 than it was in the first game. Teaming up with your squid friends has never been better. But even though some weird Nintendo elements can drag the fun to a stall, everywhere that Splatoon 2 shines makes it a deserving heir to the original.
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  2. Game Rant
    Oct 8, 2017
    80
    Splatoon 2 builds on what its successor did so well, with a much larger base of assets that has allowed Nintendo to provide more to consumers right off the bat.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Sep 29, 2017
    80
    Splatoon extended its content and has brought a funny storyline in the second episode. Both newcomers to the Switch and fans of the first game, this is a must-have for you. [Issue#277]
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