Splatoon 2

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1422 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 145 out of 1422
  3. Negative: 108 out of 1422
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  1. hime
    Jul 18, 2018
    10
    Словами не передать, как я люблю эту игру. А моушн-контроль должен быть везде.
  2. ZeoN
    Sep 6, 2019
    10
    Uno de los mejores títulos de la Nintendo Switch. Un modo historia bueno, un modo multijugador que generalmente va bien a diferencia de otros videojuegos del sistema (en tema lag), un modo innovador y divertido como Salmon Run y un modo competitivo bastante decente que te dará incontables horas de juego.
    Quizás su punto más débil es el equilibrio de armas. Muy recomendado para los amantes    Uno de los mejores títulos de la Nintendo Switch. Un modo historia bueno, un modo multijugador que generalmente va bien a diferencia de otros videojuegos del sistema (en tema lag), un modo innovador y divertido como Salmon Run y un modo competitivo bastante decente que te dará incontables horas de juego.
    Quizás su punto más débil es el equilibrio de armas. Muy recomendado para los amantes del universo Nintendo y quieran "salirse" de los shooters clásicos.    … Expand
  3. Zenol31
    Sep 2, 2019
    8
    Splatoon 2 is a charming, poppy, and creative shooter contrasting ideas of shooting the enemy and maintaining territory. Although this game was fun for a while, I found serious flaws such as the startup waiting time, only certain modes being available at certain times, and repetitive game-play after some time. If you aren't into multiplayer shooters, I would stay away but if you are, thisSplatoon 2 is a charming, poppy, and creative shooter contrasting ideas of shooting the enemy and maintaining territory. Although this game was fun for a while, I found serious flaws such as the startup waiting time, only certain modes being available at certain times, and repetitive game-play after some time. If you aren't into multiplayer shooters, I would stay away but if you are, this will be a fantastic game for you.… Expand
  4. Nagoyablue
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    I've played this for over 110 hours, more than BotW, and I just wanna play more. Can'T get enough of Splatoon 2. Completed the single player game, but the on-line multi-player is the real fun part. We're always getting new weapons, new levels, new gear, Splat fest every month, And Salmon run is a joy to play, too.

    If I could only play 1 game on Switch, I'd choose Splatoon 2. It    I've played this for over 110 hours, more than BotW, and I just wanna play more. Can'T get enough of Splatoon 2. Completed the single player game, but the on-line multi-player is the real fun part. We're always getting new weapons, new levels, new gear, Splat fest every month, And Salmon run is a joy to play, too.

    If I could only play 1 game on Switch, I'd choose Splatoon 2. It really is just a huge amount of fun, and I've more than got my money's worth.

    Highly recommended.    … Expand
  5. dr0nzer
    Mar 18, 2018
    7
    It's definitely different, though with it being a meaty multiplayer title there are a lot of issues with balance, matches tend to be dominated by one side and it's rarely turns into a push/pull battle, modes are locked until you achieve a certain level or rank whilst others are time gated.... ermm okay nintendo.
    leveling is ridiculously slow and it never really feels rewarding, it's fun    It's definitely different, though with it being a meaty multiplayer title there are a lot of issues with balance, matches tend to be dominated by one side and it's rarely turns into a push/pull battle, modes are locked until you achieve a certain level or rank whilst others are time gated.... ermm okay nintendo.
    leveling is ridiculously slow and it never really feels rewarding, it's fun for the first few hours then it just feels like a grind fest. it's great for casual experience, as long as you don't mind playing with/against kids the majority of the time, as these are likely to be your allies/opponents.    … Expand
  6. SaydaNeen
    Jan 15, 2018
    10
    Love this game. Still is my favorite multiplayer game, good additions such as the COD zombies game mode made a welcome change. it's not just thrown in there either, they took their time with the coop mode adding many different bosses, hope to see new maps in the future. A lot of people downgrade this simply because of the intro which i can agree to some extent but it is a very minorLove this game. Still is my favorite multiplayer game, good additions such as the COD zombies game mode made a welcome change. it's not just thrown in there either, they took their time with the coop mode adding many different bosses, hope to see new maps in the future. A lot of people downgrade this simply because of the intro which i can agree to some extent but it is a very minor setback if you could even call it one.… Expand
  7. klasflod
    Jan 11, 2018
    7
    The story of this game is surprisingly fun and the bosses are so freaking cool. The game as a whole though has trouble hooking me. I know a lot of people love it but I feel like the multiplayer somehow feels disconnected. I don't know, it feels impersonal. I don't know. Just not quuuite my cup of tea, i guess.
  8. DelWolf
    Jan 2, 2018
    9
    Splatoon 2 takes the addictive and enjoyable experience from the original and polishes it to almost perfection. Frequent updates are released, new weapons, equipment and arenas are available, and overall I would consider it too much of an amazing experience for any switch owner to pass up. It won't quite blow you away in the same way Mario Odyssey or Breath of the Wild will, but you willSplatoon 2 takes the addictive and enjoyable experience from the original and polishes it to almost perfection. Frequent updates are released, new weapons, equipment and arenas are available, and overall I would consider it too much of an amazing experience for any switch owner to pass up. It won't quite blow you away in the same way Mario Odyssey or Breath of the Wild will, but you will certainly get a huge kick out of it and won't regret purchasing it.… Expand
  9. vvmax
    May 30, 2018
    7
    Good game. Lots of fun and a great game to play online but the lack of local multiplayer and having to listen to the squid sisters every time you boot up the game makes it a perfect 7
  10. cengoku
    May 3, 2020
    9
    Je viens de me le prendre cette semaine et je comprend pourquoi beaucoup de joueurs y ont passé des centaines d'heures dessus. C'est un jeu tellement rafraîchissant. Et je pense même qu'ils ont eu raison de ne pas activer le local sur un écran car divisé en 2,ca doit bien être chiant à jouer.
  11. Sealyoung
    Jul 26, 2017
    9
    I never got the chance to play the first one, actually I didn't know the title until I heard the second one is coming to switch. My friends spoke highly of this game, so it became a must-buy game when I got my switch.
    Definitely, it's a fantastic game, simple, fun, and competitive as well. The graphics is beautiful, with lots of weapons and gears. I'd played the game for the last two    I never got the chance to play the first one, actually I didn't know the title until I heard the second one is coming to switch. My friends spoke highly of this game, so it became a must-buy game when I got my switch.
    Definitely, it's a fantastic game, simple, fun, and competitive as well. The graphics is beautiful, with lots of weapons and gears. I'd played the game for the last two days, really enjoyed myself.
    Personally, I don't like the hero mode, it's kind of too slow. And Salmon Run mode, you have to earn lots of scores to get the bonus.
    Besides, the nintendo online app functions great, really looking forward to adding more features and supporting more games on the app.    … Expand
  12. Kartchampion05
    Oct 7, 2018
    5
    Every person in this universe: Please can we have servers
    Nintendo: Servers? Screw that sh*t, you can give us $20 tho, nvm you have to give us $20 now.

    Oh, btw cloud saves aren't supported - Nintendo

    Besides the 2 second delay on multiplayer a good game, music is good, the art style is good, these delays just subtract so much from high level play.
  13. Un_Creative
    Nov 13, 2017
    9
    The fast and intense gameplay is fun and addicting. Despite the short length of the story/campaign, multiplayer takes centre stage and it is as colourful and vibrant as ever.

    Recommended To:
    - Nintendo Switch Players
    - Original Splatoon Players
    - Casual Shooter Genre Players
    - Curious Players
  14. MrClassic05
    Jan 8, 2018
    9
    Splatoon 2 doesn’t feel like a proper sequel, but a port with new additions, it doesn’t matter if you haven’t played the original on the Wii U but the game is perfect besides that.

    Pros: -Running at 1080p 60FPS docked is impressive for a shooter -Addicting Online experience -By far the most cooperative game I’ve ever played -amazing miiverse like posts(except they go on twitter)    Splatoon 2 doesn’t feel like a proper sequel, but a port with new additions, it doesn’t matter if you haven’t played the original on the Wii U but the game is perfect besides that.

    Pros:
    -Running at 1080p 60FPS docked is impressive for a shooter
    -Addicting Online experience
    -By far the most cooperative game I’ve ever played
    -amazing miiverse like posts(except they go on twitter)
    -many fun modes
    -Splatfest that makes you feel part of a culture
    -Constant Updates to the game
    -No Micro Transactions

    Cons:
    -The game feels same as Splatoon 1(It won’t matter if you don’t have Splatoon 1)
    -Salmon run requires specific time to play
    -The lobby is the worst, you can’t chat with your team or exit until the timer ends, you can’t even change weapons or see your teammates’ weapon
    -The voice chat is garbage(I will edit the review if fixed)    … Expand
  15. Miguel22
    Jun 27, 2020
    9
    Uno de los mejores shooters que he jugado, con una mejora respetable respecto al 1, la campaña es mucho mas entretenida y es super divertido
  16. frenzyfamine
    Dec 16, 2017
    9
    Mechanically, the whole principle of Splatoon is simplistically addicting. However, I couldn't help but lament over the barriers that the game systematically provides. Restricted Salmon Run times, incompetent local co-op and friend options, and the ideology of unlocking an "enhanced" experience through a mobile app. I'm disappointed in the fact that Nintendo also has only included 10Mechanically, the whole principle of Splatoon is simplistically addicting. However, I couldn't help but lament over the barriers that the game systematically provides. Restricted Salmon Run times, incompetent local co-op and friend options, and the ideology of unlocking an "enhanced" experience through a mobile app. I'm disappointed in the fact that Nintendo also has only included 10 stages in this game when the original Splatoon had 16. This was a hastened sequel and I'm hoping there are updates following forth to at least have 20 stages. I'll update my review instantly to an 8 otherwise. If they also fix the online issues and other trivial problems, 9.

    In other words, I recommend this game, even though my review is seemingly mixed. For me, the stage diversity is arguably more important in a game like Splatoon where the fundamentals are to ink as much turf as possible, and on different stages, there are different strategies that must be plotted with each weapon. I also believe an online multiplayer game doesn't deserve higher than an 8 it if can't fundamentally understand online functionality.

    *review updated to a 9. As of 16th Dec, there are 17 stages, but I expect more since Nintendo is still updating the game.    … Expand
  17. brownieman182
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    Really enjoyable game. Good graphics and a challenging story mode for all ages.
  18. Refreshment
    Aug 18, 2017
    8
    Splatoon 2 es una buena secuela del original splatoon de la nintendo wii u. Conserva la esencia de este y añade nuevas innovaciones muy interesantes como nuevas armas y mapas, el modo supervivencia Salmon run, una nueva historia y otras nuevas características más discretas y con menos importancia como la nueva plaza de cromópolis, los nuevas rangos del multijugador competitivo...
    Como con    Splatoon 2 es una buena secuela del original splatoon de la nintendo wii u. Conserva la esencia de este y añade nuevas innovaciones muy interesantes como nuevas armas y mapas, el modo supervivencia Salmon run, una nueva historia y otras nuevas características más discretas y con menos importancia como la nueva plaza de cromópolis, los nuevas rangos del multijugador competitivo...
    Como con todos los juegos de nintendo switch, es genial poder llevarlo contigo a cualquier parte y jugar con otras personas de manera local que tengan esta consola.
    Sin duda alguna, lo peor de este juego es tener que utilizar un chat de voz que deja bastante que desear en un teléfono móvil (esta función se debería poder realizar mediante la propia consola).    … Expand
  19. Kieran511
    Aug 20, 2017
    10
    First of all, if you loved the first one, you'll love the sequel. Better graphics, more weapons, and a brand new single player with more non- amibo exclusive weapons. With a brand new mode SALMON RUN! Horde mode, and it rocks. As your level gets higher, so will the enemy! A great game and a must for all Switch owners!
  20. wodawg
    Aug 21, 2017
    9
    Splatoon 2 is fun, unique, addictive, and I absolutely recommend it to all switch owners but it makes a lot of weird/annoying design decisions in its multiplayer, that I just find baffling.
  21. Pixelparrot
    Sep 5, 2017
    9
    Splatoon is not like other shooters. The problem I have with multiplayer shooters these days is that they all feel the same. Splatoon however, really does something different. Something that stands out from the rest. The gameplay is really fun and so are the different gamemodes. The new story mode is so much better. The levels are much more creative and more fun. If you play splatoon 2Splatoon is not like other shooters. The problem I have with multiplayer shooters these days is that they all feel the same. Splatoon however, really does something different. Something that stands out from the rest. The gameplay is really fun and so are the different gamemodes. The new story mode is so much better. The levels are much more creative and more fun. If you play splatoon 2 you will be rewarded with one of the most creative and unique shooters of all time. I highly recomend it!… Expand
  22. Assbel
    Jun 16, 2018
    9
    un juego extremadamente divertido el cual salio con un amplio contenido que a sido añadido a lo largo del tiempo de forma gratuita a excepción de su expansión la cual es pagada , una historia simple pero con unos niveles muy creativos y que mas de alguno es un reto, un ost unico en su estilo el cual tiene melodias que no se olvidan facilmente, y un gameplay orientado al juego competitivoun juego extremadamente divertido el cual salio con un amplio contenido que a sido añadido a lo largo del tiempo de forma gratuita a excepción de su expansión la cual es pagada , una historia simple pero con unos niveles muy creativos y que mas de alguno es un reto, un ost unico en su estilo el cual tiene melodias que no se olvidan facilmente, y un gameplay orientado al juego competitivo en equipo
    es un juego muy bien cuidado y se nota que nintendo lo a sabido mimar bien.    … Expand
  23. NotACritc
    Nov 12, 2017
    9
    Amazing. It's colorful, fun, there's plenty to do, and perfect if you don't have much time to play video games. You can sit down, play a few games, and get back up. The mobility of the switch supports this a lot. The story is better than the first one, nicer graphics, and great for all ages. Definitely recommend you pick this up.
  24. MrRetroCentral
    Oct 1, 2017
    9
    Never playing the first one i decided to pick up Splatoon 2 for the Nintendo Switch at launch with no expectations. The game by far blew me away! Absolutely stunning Visuals, well crafted game mechanics, a system that keeps the game fresh and keeps you coming back for more, what more could you ask for. I decided to try the first game out to compare and soon realised Splatoon 2 is a MAJORNever playing the first one i decided to pick up Splatoon 2 for the Nintendo Switch at launch with no expectations. The game by far blew me away! Absolutely stunning Visuals, well crafted game mechanics, a system that keeps the game fresh and keeps you coming back for more, what more could you ask for. I decided to try the first game out to compare and soon realised Splatoon 2 is a MAJOR upgrade over the first game in almost every way.

    This game would have easily been a 10/10 for me but considering the awful Lobby online system Nintendo has put in place its almost impossible to casually play with your friends in online multiplayer mode. The only way to Play with your friends(Online VS other Players) would be League mode which requires certain levels and ranks and is not achievable quickly.

    Salmon Run is perfect(Including the way you play with your friends). I like the fact it isn't always open all the time.

    Personally i cant master the Motion controls but i like the fact it is an option. My preferred play style is with a Pro Controller.

    Stay tuned for more Reviews at Mr Retro Central    … Expand
  25. pelaobrazers
    Oct 10, 2017
    9
    Arte: 10/10
    Musica: 10/10
    Gameplay: 9/10 (armas muy rotas en el competitivo) Single Player: 7/10 lo encontre muy facil y monotono Multiplayer: 9/10 No tiene split screen en online, no puedes jugar duo ranked, no puedes cambiar las armas y equipo mientras esperas en la sala, salmon run solo disponible en algunos momentos del dia o semana Nota final: 9/10 Opinion personal: Uno de los    Arte: 10/10
    Musica: 10/10
    Gameplay: 9/10 (armas muy rotas en el competitivo)
    Single Player: 7/10 lo encontre muy facil y monotono
    Multiplayer: 9/10 No tiene split screen en online, no puedes jugar duo ranked, no puedes cambiar las armas y equipo mientras esperas en la sala, salmon run solo disponible en algunos momentos del dia o semana

    Nota final: 9/10
    Opinion personal: Uno de los shooters mas innovadores de la ultima generacion, brinda un aire fresco a este genero, muy entretenido.    … Expand
  26. GlennGlenny
    Jan 31, 2018
    8
    Just finished playing through the campaign sometimes it was a bit of a grind but largely it was quite engaging. Broken up into 32 bit sized chunks you can chip away as and when to feel like it. The boss design is for me the strongest part of single player. It's no secret that the multi-player is where this game really shines
  27. DWManning
    Mar 29, 2018
    9
    Splatoon 2 for me is amazing. I have played about 120 hours, and its exciting and amazing. Single player is okay, but the main part is online. I really like it except the mediocre voice chat, but besides that amazing game
  28. aljirik1992
    Oct 29, 2017
    7
    "Да ты не на меня одного! Ты разбрызгивай, разбрызгивай!" (Splatoon 2)

    Знаете чем вторая S действительно отличается от первой? Тем что она уже не уникальна! Мы получили хороший, щупальцевый замес на новую платформу от Нинки, со всё теми-же достоинствами и, что страшнее, недостатками. В игру завезли кооп-режим, более свежую картинку и новые лейки с плюхами. Расширили, подровняли,    "Да ты не на меня одного! Ты разбрызгивай, разбрызгивай!" (Splatoon 2)

    Знаете чем вторая S действительно отличается от первой? Тем что она уже не уникальна! Мы получили хороший, щупальцевый замес на новую платформу от Нинки, со всё теми-же достоинствами и, что страшнее, недостатками. В игру завезли кооп-режим, более свежую картинку и новые лейки с плюхами. Расширили, подровняли, заменили одну мини-игру на другую и дали на общее пользование. Для тех кто не знаком с первой частью это пять звёзд из две тысячи пятнадцатого, но сейчас-то уже 20/17! Выверенный стиль? Отшлифованная механика? Новые щупальца-пуськи на мониторах? Ничто из этого не пробивает орбиту, как это было в первый раз. И нет! Это - не "Раньше было лучше", это - "Где моя скидка за сей добротный, диэлсишный апдейт для первой части?". S2 отрабатывает стандартную программу, без неожиданностей, за что в общей палитре красок не хочется ругать, но и хвалить за это особого желания нет! Списывать недочёты уже нельзя, так как не ново, а накидывать звёзд за заслуги прошлой части - просто не красиво.    … Expand
  29. Chimera17
    Feb 23, 2018
    8
    The most fun game I've played. Clam Blitz, Splat Zones, Rainmaker and Tower Control are fantastic gamemodes, but Turf War (the main gamemode) isn't that great (in my opinion). Game is really fast-paced, most weapons can kill you in under a second. The music and visuals are fantastic, and new DLC releases very often. The main thing holding it back, is the Nintendo Switch Online service. IfThe most fun game I've played. Clam Blitz, Splat Zones, Rainmaker and Tower Control are fantastic gamemodes, but Turf War (the main gamemode) isn't that great (in my opinion). Game is really fast-paced, most weapons can kill you in under a second. The music and visuals are fantastic, and new DLC releases very often. The main thing holding it back, is the Nintendo Switch Online service. If Nintendo's gonna make us pay for online, make the service good.… Expand
  30. SmashNerd
    Dec 16, 2017
    9
    near-perfect game. multiplayer is good (a bit laggy at times) content (the constant flow of) is amazing, and its the most unique online shooter I've ever played. and if the game was a bit less laggy (which it will be with the launch of the Nintendo online services) it would of gotten a 10/10. still, brilliant game.
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 100 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 94 out of 100
  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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