Splatoon 2

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8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1422 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1,169 out of 1422
  2. Mixed: 145 out of 1422
  3. Negative: 108 out of 1422
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  1. tactoe
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    excelente juego super original y divertido, diversion pura y dura de verdad que vale la pena tenerlo..................................................
  2. enterfusion
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    Splatoon 2 is a very good sequel to the first Game.
    The Grafic looks amazing and the gameplay is still innovative.

    Only the missing, seperate Sensivity-Controll for the Y-Axis by deacivating move controll is a little bad.
    But still a very very nice game, i love it ^^
  3. IHBallerzzz
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    5 NEW weapons and a bunch of modified past weapons, 6 new stages and improved past stages, single player only mechanics found in multiplayer (sponges and ink rails) new sub weapons, all new specials, improved all the modes, Salmon run, play with friends in Splatfest, Splatnet 2, completely new single player campaign, new mini game, new gear upgrade system, new classes and new gear, new5 NEW weapons and a bunch of modified past weapons, 6 new stages and improved past stages, single player only mechanics found in multiplayer (sponges and ink rails) new sub weapons, all new specials, improved all the modes, Salmon run, play with friends in Splatfest, Splatnet 2, completely new single player campaign, new mini game, new gear upgrade system, new classes and new gear, new weapon class (defensive weapons) new plaza, all this culminates into an incredible sequel to an already amazing game!… Expand
  4. Jtplaz3
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    Splatoon 2 is such a great game! I never got to truly play the first Splatoon. But I can definitely see changes between both of the games! Splatoon 2 holds every element that is needed to make a good shooting game! It holds beautiful graphics, great soundtracks, competitive matches, diverse selections of weapons and characters, and multiple ways of customizing your character to your looksSplatoon 2 is such a great game! I never got to truly play the first Splatoon. But I can definitely see changes between both of the games! Splatoon 2 holds every element that is needed to make a good shooting game! It holds beautiful graphics, great soundtracks, competitive matches, diverse selections of weapons and characters, and multiple ways of customizing your character to your looks and needs! Salmon run is a fun new mode for Splatoon 2! It is such a cooperative mode, and every round I've played in of Salmon Run has had so much communication between players, even when we aren't speaking through voice chat! I definitely recommend this game to anyone who likes a nice, balanced, fun, competitive, innovative game!… Expand
  5. 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.
  6. PossiblyAFridge
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    Very similar to the first Splatoon , but Nintendo added enough things in the game to make it fresh. My one problem is the voice chat. Except for that it is an excellent game and a must buy for the Nintendo Switch
  7. XenoPathX
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    This game is outstanding, improves upon the original in every possible way. From the story to the mode selection, to the weapons, to the features, and also the little changes as well. Not to mention the previously single player only mechanics are now present in multiplayer maps in Splatoon 2. This is a very well crafted sequel to an already amazing game! I cannot recommend it enough.
  8. 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
  9. ljvperalta
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    Splatoon 2 is one of the most awaited game for the Nintendo Switch. The game is back better than ever with new customization, new weapons, new multiplayer modes, and a new single player campaign. People who are new to the game can enjoy online battles and the new single player campaign. Though it would reference characters and events from the previous game, the campaign is still enjoyableSplatoon 2 is one of the most awaited game for the Nintendo Switch. The game is back better than ever with new customization, new weapons, new multiplayer modes, and a new single player campaign. People who are new to the game can enjoy online battles and the new single player campaign. Though it would reference characters and events from the previous game, the campaign is still enjoyable for everyone to play. Splatoon 2 is totally a must buy for all Switch owners.… Expand
  10. spongeswift
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    Splatoon 2 may not do too much to differ itself from Splatoon 1 but the new things are addicting and fun. Yes Turf War is alright as always and ranked is good old frustrating fun but the real fun is in Salmon Run. It's an event based game which is kind of maddening but it happens pretty much for nearly a whole day every 2 days as of now. The specials are back and their fairer. The storySplatoon 2 may not do too much to differ itself from Splatoon 1 but the new things are addicting and fun. Yes Turf War is alright as always and ranked is good old frustrating fun but the real fun is in Salmon Run. It's an event based game which is kind of maddening but it happens pretty much for nearly a whole day every 2 days as of now. The specials are back and their fairer. The story mode is like the first one with minor improvements. I wouldn't call the story amazing but it's pleasant. Yes they may not have added much BUT everything they added was great!… Expand
  11. snakekill321
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    I was honestly contemplating on skipping out on Splatoon 2. Dont get me wrong, I love my switch, but I felt Splatoon 2 would be to similar to the first game, but maybe thats not a bad thing. What got me hooked in was the Splatfest. I decided, I was bored and would give it a shot, and I was inked. I absolutely loved it, It is smooth, the game feels wonderful, it is a beautiful 1080p at 60I was honestly contemplating on skipping out on Splatoon 2. Dont get me wrong, I love my switch, but I felt Splatoon 2 would be to similar to the first game, but maybe thats not a bad thing. What got me hooked in was the Splatfest. I decided, I was bored and would give it a shot, and I was inked. I absolutely loved it, It is smooth, the game feels wonderful, it is a beautiful 1080p at 60 fps, I didnt have any frame drops, and lets face it Pearl/Marina> Callie/Marie.

    All in all, if you liked the first Splatoon, I would for sure pick this up    … Expand
  12. Auviance
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    Simply an amazing gaming, a huge improvement graphic and gameplay wise compared to the first one. I was a little skeptical at first, but i have no regrets buying it! A must get for the switch!
  13. TheVJ
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    This is the definitive Splatoon experience. Did you like the first game? Then this is all you could ask for. New story, weapons and supers, maps, features, game modes, on a hybrid console with upgraded graphics (1080p60fps docked).
    It's an all around upgrade compared to Splatoon 1, they improved upon it in every aspect.
  14. ryanmahaffe
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    Very fun game, better than the first in everyway, Splatoon was my favorite game on the Wii U and Splatoon 2 does a good job improving on the good parts of Splatoon 1 while removing what didn't work too well, the online works good, the gameplay is very fun, and I love the artstyle, though that voice chat...wtf.
  15. alyssonaraujo
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    If you liked the first one, you´ll love this sequel. Better graphics, new modes and weapons, better single player experience, it´s just a nice fast and fun package that you just can´t get enough.
  16. varaon
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    I haven´t played Splatoon, but I love this game. I was sceptical at first, but this game is so much fun. If you have a Switch, you should definitely buy this game.
  17. emoliraptor
    Jul 21, 2017
    10
    Le doy un 9.3 (Ya que no deja decimales, why not, le doy el 10) porque me parece que es el Splatoon 1 llevado a la perfección. Ya que "casi todo" son puntos positivos, voy a decir las pocas cosas que no me convencen. Primero, que no te deje salir de la lobby cuando aun está buscando partida. Tampoco me gusta que en la propia lobby no se te permita cambiar el arma y que tengas que salirLe doy un 9.3 (Ya que no deja decimales, why not, le doy el 10) porque me parece que es el Splatoon 1 llevado a la perfección. Ya que "casi todo" son puntos positivos, voy a decir las pocas cosas que no me convencen. Primero, que no te deje salir de la lobby cuando aun está buscando partida. Tampoco me gusta que en la propia lobby no se te permita cambiar el arma y que tengas que salir cada vez que quieres usarla. Por el momento, si quieres jugar con amigos el juego no te asegura que estará en tu equipo (o al menos es lo que me ocurrió en las partidas públicas). Eso es todo, por lo demás se merece todas las buenas notas que le den. Un aplauso, Nintendo, otro imprescindible para la consola.… Expand
  18. EpicLadySponge
    Jul 21, 2017
    8
    If you loved the first game, then the chances are you're definitely going to love its sequel. Nintendo managed to make the fun found in its predecessor a lot more fun than what you could completely expect for a game that relies within a world filled with lovable characters.
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83

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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