Splatoon

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  1. PreciseMotion
    Jun 13, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is very exciting, original, and tons of fun to play. However, it isn't perfect in design choices. Just so you get a taste of my gaming experience, I'm not a Nintendo fanboy, and I've had extensive experience with other multiplayer shooters such as competitively playing Gears of War and Halo, and having spent a fair amount of time with other shooters as well. That being said,Splatoon is very exciting, original, and tons of fun to play. However, it isn't perfect in design choices. Just so you get a taste of my gaming experience, I'm not a Nintendo fanboy, and I've had extensive experience with other multiplayer shooters such as competitively playing Gears of War and Halo, and having spent a fair amount of time with other shooters as well. That being said, Splatoon is a huge breath of fresh air and don't let anyone else tell you otherwise and stop you from trying this game. If you're reading this, you most likely know the way the game plays and all those details so I won't bother going into that. Just know the game feels great and there's tons of weapon variety and such to change the way you play. Now let's address some flaws. Some say this game lacks content. I have been one of these people but now that I've seen Nintendo's actual approach I no longer believe so. Let me just start by saying I'm not particularly a fan of the approach they took at launch and these past 2 weeks, but there is sufficient content now at the moment of typing. So the thing is, Nintendo had 9 maps, 4 (I think) other weapons, and a 3rd mode finished at the time of launch, they just decided they'd rather release it over time. In the last 2 weeks we've gotten 2 of the 4 left out maps, and 3 of the 4 left out weapons already. I don't like this approach but there really isn't a lack of content like others make it out to be. Overall the game will have 14 maps, 4 unique modes I believe, which is not lackluster AT ALL. Also you can only play 2 maps for each game mode in every 4 hour interval. It was fine at first, but now that we have 7 maps its a bit annoying, especially when you want to play a specific mode and you have a 50% chance to play that exact same map again. Another issue is not being able to change loadouts while waiting. The newscasts don't really bother me. Overall though the community for this game is awesome in the sense of the posts, graffitti, and the constant updates of content, and the splatfests to get everyone involved. Don't listen to others. This is one of the most original and exciting games I've played in years. Please do give it a shot.… Expand
  2. korncheto
    May 30, 2015
    9
    La clave es ¿te gusta jugar mario kart o smash en línea? si tu respuesta es afirmativa te gustará este juego, con la ventaja de no tener lag [he jugado por más de nueve horas y no he percibido nada de lag].
    Splatoon me parece una excelente apuesta de Nintendo más allá de la innovacion en los tps el juego se siente adictivo, bien diseñado con hermosos colores y con un gameplay muy preciso.    La clave es ¿te gusta jugar mario kart o smash en línea? si tu respuesta es afirmativa te gustará este juego, con la ventaja de no tener lag [he jugado por más de nueve horas y no he percibido nada de lag].
    Splatoon me parece una excelente apuesta de Nintendo más allá de la innovacion en los tps el juego se siente adictivo, bien diseñado con hermosos colores y con un gameplay muy preciso. Me parece muy interesante, como casi siempre con Nintendo la forma en la que esta compañía logra mantener el disfrute con la educación, ¿por qué educación? pues la gente se comporta como persona, no como alguien necesitado de ofender.

    Lo recomiendo tanto para chicos y grandes, si tienen wii u dénle una oportunidad no se arrepentirán.    … Expand
  3. SidTheEpic
    Jul 21, 2015
    9
    This game is great, the single player campaign is great, online is MOSTLY great, I don't know about amiibo functionality though.
    The game concept is *fresh*(haha, see what I did there?), it's innovative, it's not JUST another shooter. I will list a few problems with the game:
    - Limited content: Splatoon started out as only 1.8 Gigs, but free DLC (Not really DLC, you don't have to    This game is great, the single player campaign is great, online is MOSTLY great, I don't know about amiibo functionality though.
    The game concept is *fresh*(haha, see what I did there?), it's innovative, it's not JUST another shooter. I will list a few problems with the game:
    - Limited content: Splatoon started out as only 1.8 Gigs, but free DLC (Not really DLC, you don't have to download anything) comes almost regularly.
    - Online Communication Failures: You're in a Turf War/Ranked Battle, only to find out one of your teammates got disconnected, this happens a lot.
    - Splatfest: DEAR GOD, SPLATFEST. The concept is great: Two teams will fight for 24 hours, to get their team the most points possible. Here's the issue: Popularity of one team counts towards total points. During the second splatfest, our team would've won 52% to 48% if it hadn't been for Popularity of the other team (which was 63% to 37%). Also, the matchmaking isn't really good for splatfest. Which brings me to my next point:
    - Matchmaking: Does this even exist? The teams are chosen at random, yes, at random. 4 Rollers VS 4 Ranged can very well happen, You can be stuck with beginner while the other team is at max level, and due to connection issues, YOU CAN GET OUTNUMBERED BY THE OPPOSING TEAM (max 4 on both teams).

    Besides that... Splatoon is an amazing, addicting game! If you're not that good at 3rd person shooters, there's still an option for you: The Roller. The Max Level is 20, which may be low, but it takes a good while to get there. The music in this game is amazing, there's nothing really quite like it. The game's single player is FANTASTIC. I recommend playing it, especially if you're new to 3rd person shooters. It's not easy, but not too difficult.

    I would give this game an 8.5, but Metacritic doesn't let me.    … Expand
  4. C-Threep
    Jun 4, 2015
    9
    What a unique and enjoyable game. The objective of painting more turf than your opponents is so enjoyable, I just can't get enough. I've played hundreds of hours of M rated shooters and enjoy Splatoon more than any of those. Granted, they really aren't even comparable in many ways.

    The ability to turn into a squid an swim in your own ink adds such a great dynamic to the gameplay.    What a unique and enjoyable game. The objective of painting more turf than your opponents is so enjoyable, I just can't get enough. I've played hundreds of hours of M rated shooters and enjoy Splatoon more than any of those. Granted, they really aren't even comparable in many ways.

    The ability to turn into a squid an swim in your own ink adds such a great dynamic to the gameplay. Firefights are a lot of fun when you get creative with the ink. When you and an enemy end up fighting over the same turf, you've got to take them out if you want to put more of your ink down. So you get creative and spray up the walls and swim up and behind your enemy and shoot them down! It's a blast.

    The variety of weapons is excellent. I actually appreciate the fact that weapons are automatically paired with a sub weapon and a special weapon. It allows the weapon classes to be more balanced and forces you to exploit the pros and cons of each weapon class.

    This game is the most unique online gaming experience I've had, probably ever. Great job, Nintendo.    … Expand
  5. JN1306
    May 31, 2015
    9
    Great game with tons of fun to be had both on single player and multiplayer, and for those who says it is a COD ripoff there is one major difference...this game has COLOR and vibrancy where as CODs set piece are usually dull and grim.
  6. Bertoflyingfox
    May 30, 2015
    9
    This game is great. Even though it released with a small amount of maps, the singleplayer alone has been a blast. Already played a ton of matches with friends and have had very few communication errors.

    The control scheme might be its biggest hurdle, you either get used to the motion controls (which took me a bit to get used to) or ditch motion controls for the traditional full analog    This game is great. Even though it released with a small amount of maps, the singleplayer alone has been a blast. Already played a ton of matches with friends and have had very few communication errors.

    The control scheme might be its biggest hurdle, you either get used to the motion controls (which took me a bit to get used to) or ditch motion controls for the traditional full analog control. Personally, full analog makes you a bit slower when trying to paint as much of an area as possible.

    Nintendo made a straight up fun shooter and they pretty much streamlined how stealth could work in a videogame. I'm betting some developer will have a game where you melt into your shadow the same way these inklings dive into colored paint. Brilliant, fun, and colorful; a must for any WiiU owner with a pulse.    … Expand
  7. rafaaguilera
    Jun 24, 2015
    9
    Finally an online shooter not war themed and that doesn't look like Call of Duty or Battlefield. That's already praiseworthy! Instead of soldiers, we have squid-like human characters and they shoot ink, not bullets. However, this game is not unique by how it looks, but the gameplay is very different from the offerings in the genre. The main online mode called ''Turf War'', put two teams ofFinally an online shooter not war themed and that doesn't look like Call of Duty or Battlefield. That's already praiseworthy! Instead of soldiers, we have squid-like human characters and they shoot ink, not bullets. However, this game is not unique by how it looks, but the gameplay is very different from the offerings in the genre. The main online mode called ''Turf War'', put two teams of four people to battle themselves and the winner will be not the one that kills the most, but the one that paint the scenario the most! but even not counting points, killing is very important to bring an opponent back to the spawn point to retard their work, and to help to do that, there's a lot of ''Mario Kart'' like items such as a rocket that hit the ground exploding ink or a invincible giant squids that kills by just touching the opponent. Those items vary according to the weapon the player choose.
    So it's a fun, original and very simple concept, that's easy to pick but involves some strategy to succeed. I had and i'm still having a blast playing the online matches, but i can't help noticing how limited are the online options. Why i can't create tournaments like Mario Kart 8 or choose the team i want to join? Fix it Nintendo! Otherwise Splatoon multi-player would flawless.

    To conclude, even been a online multi-player focused game, Splatoon also has an amazing (and short) single-player campaign, that use the mechanics from the multi-player but in a different style, a mix of platforming/shooter, with lot of cool levels, ideas and bosses.

    Go get Splatoon! It's simple, fresh and fun. Call of Duty fans, don't get intimidated by the cutesy of the squids, give it a chance.    … Expand
  8. FIL1994
    Jun 12, 2015
    9
    This game is very fun. There are lots of weapons and Nintendo keeps adding more. There are only a few maps right now, but they are all very well designed. The single player is also fun, though it is short.
  9. eleuck1
    May 30, 2015
    9
    What Mario Kart is to racing games, is what Splatoon is shooting games. Splatoon is a fun game that anyone can enjoy, especially with multiplayer. Well done Nintendo, well done.
  10. tybyrd93
    Aug 13, 2015
    9
    To say I was skeptical about this game at first would be an understatement, but after hearing so many good things about and all the free updates and DLC, I decided to give it a shot. I'm so glad that I did. Splatoon is a great shooter combined with nintendo's signature brand of creativity and fun gameplay. Multiplayer is incredibly fast-paced and addicting, while the campaign puts mostTo say I was skeptical about this game at first would be an understatement, but after hearing so many good things about and all the free updates and DLC, I decided to give it a shot. I'm so glad that I did. Splatoon is a great shooter combined with nintendo's signature brand of creativity and fun gameplay. Multiplayer is incredibly fast-paced and addicting, while the campaign puts most other shooters single player modes to shame. The levels, enemies, and boss fights are very well done. Unlocking and upgrading gear gives you something to work towards at all times. While it does have a few flaws (namely only two maps being in rotation in multiplayer at a time and not being able to switch load-outs without exiting your session), splatoon is a masterclass in putting a fun twist on an otherwise homogenous genre of games. It's a must own for Wii u owners, Nintendo fans, and fans of shooters in general.… Expand
  11. dmelendez34
    Jun 22, 2015
    9
    I really wanted this game to be good because I was disappointed at the online multiplayer with CoD BO2 and Ghost on the Wii U.

    Splatoon is so much fun! Period. This game is good for people that love shooters whether they have tons of experience or not. My 6 year old and myself have been playing this game daily since it came out about 4 weeks ago. I will admit that I am very    I really wanted this game to be good because I was disappointed at the online multiplayer with CoD BO2 and Ghost on the Wii U.

    Splatoon is so much fun! Period. This game is good for people that love shooters whether they have tons of experience or not. My 6 year old and myself have been playing this game daily since it came out about 4 weeks ago.

    I will admit that I am very disappointed my the local multiplayer the game currently has. The Battle Dojo would be so much more fun if it could be 4 player or more local co-op. If it was on online option as well that would be cool too. My hope is that in August the game will have that aspect improved.

    I have had very little with connectivity for online ranked or non-ranked matches. About 3-4 times I got the boot but it is rare. Most of the times I only wait 1 min at most to begin the match.

    The single player campaign was tons of fun. The final boss was tough and enjoyable to defeat. Oh and great music too!

    The amiibo content was also tons of fun. I have beat all the levels with the amiibos except for the final boss with the long range weapon. I really really wish this content was not locked behind the amiibos but I knew I was going to get the 3 pack so I knew I would have access to the content from day 1.

    I wish the single player campaign could have at least been local co-op too. My son would have had tons of fun playing with me instead of watching me. He had a tough time with some of the levels so playing with him at the same time would have helped him big time.

    Bottom line: If you own a Wii U and you like shooters, buying Splatoon is a no-brainer. If you don't have a Wii U, this game + Mario 3D World + Bayonetta 2 + Mario Kart 8 means it is time to buy one.    … Expand
  12. foxmccloud
    May 31, 2015
    9
    Nintendo's take on the 3rd-person shooter really impressed me. I remember seeing this game at E3 and was one of my most anticipated games. Its all about claiming territory and the game is really fun in general. But the lack of voice chat was a let down and it was disappointing that I couldn't chat with my friends. The single player mode is really fun too, but I felt it was "too short".Nintendo's take on the 3rd-person shooter really impressed me. I remember seeing this game at E3 and was one of my most anticipated games. Its all about claiming territory and the game is really fun in general. But the lack of voice chat was a let down and it was disappointing that I couldn't chat with my friends. The single player mode is really fun too, but I felt it was "too short". There is also limited content and there are not many things to do. Nintendo says that they will bring more content but for now, all we have is turf war, single-player campaign, and battle dojo. I've never had this much fun with a Nintendo game and it kept me playing for hours.… Expand
  13. lolobeatboxjams
    Jun 8, 2015
    9
    Initial Impressions:

    Overall: The game has a great concept and an awesome art style. Gameplay: It's y-axis seems to have a faster scroll rate than the x-axis, which makes it difficult for quick shooting and makes sniping almost impossible. For everything else though it seems to work fine. The weapons feel good most of the time, but some special attacks are much better than others;    Initial Impressions:

    Overall: The game has a great concept and an awesome art style.

    Gameplay: It's y-axis seems to have a faster scroll rate than the x-axis, which makes it difficult for quick shooting and makes sniping almost impossible. For everything else though it seems to work fine. The weapons feel good most of the time, but some special attacks are much better than others; see ink strike.

    Content: Only 2 maps at a time in a single rotation, this is a very Nintendo decision. Maybe Nintendo was afraid of players not learning the maps thus they came to make players do the same ones over and over again? I haven't gotten though the entire 1-player campaign but so far it seems great.

    Other: The menus in this game are great, which are located on the gamepad. The game has a major hub world you can walk though (kind of like the tower in destiny), or you can simply select who you need to interact from the gamepad. This feature is great, I actually don't know how to find some of the vendors due to only selecting them though my gamepad.

    Some Bad: No voice chat sucks, but my and some of my online friends are used to it sadly (with MK8 and Sm4ash). Not being about to change out loadouts between battles is also annoying. I've seen suggestions about having 3 or so loadouts mid battle, which would totally suffice.    … Expand
  14. DoctorMonkey
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    Don't you wish Nintendo would make a new hit franchise?
    Don't you wish shooters could get away from realistic warfare and futuristic SciFI?
    Do you like making messes you don't have to clean up, but you're too desensitized to blood, gore, and shatter simulations? Enter Splatoon, a truly unique experience I never knew I wanted. The object is simple; cover the level with more ink than    Don't you wish Nintendo would make a new hit franchise?
    Don't you wish shooters could get away from realistic warfare and futuristic SciFI?
    Do you like making messes you don't have to clean up, but you're too desensitized to blood, gore, and shatter simulations?

    Enter Splatoon, a truly unique experience I never knew I wanted. The object is simple; cover the level with more ink than you're opponent. I had fun from the beginning, simply running around shooting ink everywhere, and had even more fun as I developed more complex strategies on an hourly basis. The Seapunk aesthetic added a wave of 90's nostalgia (the terms "fresh" and "booyah" are prominent), and the animation and fluid simulation is... well, they're just REALLY fun to watch.

    Now the lack of content is a HUGE elephant in the room: only two multiplayer modes, and two levels to be exact. But Nintendo's promised free content over the next few months, and I'm definitely having enough fun with those two levels and two modes to keep me busy until then.    … Expand
  15. ACM3PTS
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Wow. This game surpassed all my expectations. Splatoon needs to stand by your copy of Smash as the two most fun games on the system. Truly a success and an experience worth your money. PD: More maps are coming soon!
  16. ToshiroTakashi
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    Pure fun. Simple and plain. A must have for every gamer, casual and hardcore, young and old. It's worth every penny. Don't hesitate, just go out and buy this game. Nintendo really understands what gaming is all about.
  17. RhaZo
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    Jogo excelente e que deve ser experimentado por todos os amantes da Nintendo e quem curte TPSs também. Trás a mesa uma nova dinâmica de jogo e várias mecânicas inovadores que diferem muito do padrão imposto pelo competitivo mercado de shooters.

    Recomendadíssimo.
  18. Smashley
    May 29, 2015
    9
    So much fun! Can't wait until they add more content, but there's plenty to keep me busy for now. Voice chat definitely isn't needed in a game like this and the amiibo unlock a lot of content too. This game makes the best use of amiibo so far compared to other games they're used in. Can't wait to see what nintendo does with this franchise in the future!
  19. Operationgamer
    Oct 22, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is, hands down, one of the best, if not THE best game on the Wii U. It's innovative, charming, graphically impressive, and a whole lot of fun. The controls do take some getting used to, though, and there's also an annoyance in some multiplayer maps in Tower Control mode where players with chargers or any other long-range weapon could camp out in a high area and snipe players,Splatoon is, hands down, one of the best, if not THE best game on the Wii U. It's innovative, charming, graphically impressive, and a whole lot of fun. The controls do take some getting used to, though, and there's also an annoyance in some multiplayer maps in Tower Control mode where players with chargers or any other long-range weapon could camp out in a high area and snipe players, resulting in the match going nowhere at times. Other than that, thumbs up.… Expand
  20. vegitojt
    Jul 8, 2015
    9
    The only online shooter I really Like
    It's a new concept with tons of inavations on it.
    A lot of weapons and new content every week being unlock, so we can enjoy the game little by little and have something new to play
    I have no problems with the conection
  21. DBPirate1129
    Jun 5, 2015
    9
    I’d be the first to admit that when Splatoon was first shown off at E3 2014, I wasn’t exactly excited. I mean, the game looked cool at least, but I was nowhere near as hyped as most people. As more and more information about the game was released (such as the single-player campaign), I became interested in it. The thing that really convinced me to get the game was the Splatoon Direct.I’d be the first to admit that when Splatoon was first shown off at E3 2014, I wasn’t exactly excited. I mean, the game looked cool at least, but I was nowhere near as hyped as most people. As more and more information about the game was released (such as the single-player campaign), I became interested in it. The thing that really convinced me to get the game was the Splatoon Direct.

    The main mode of the game is Turf War in which, you guessed it, tried to claim as much turf as possible in 3 minutes. You control strange creatures known as Inklings which use three types of weapons: shooters (or guns), chargers, and rollers. My favorite kind of weapons were the shooters as they covered a lot of ground and offered good offense. You’re more likely to win with the rollers but you were basically defenseless when using them. As an Inkling, you shoot ink on the ground and walls as well as swim through your own ink to move faster. This gameplay really separates Splatoon from other shooters out there and makes it feel even more unique than it already is. The colorful style of the game is also a contributing factor to this. Turf War was easily my favorite mode of the bunch.

    As of the date this review was made, there is only one Ranked Battle mode and that is Splat Zones. You only unlock Splat Zones once you get to Level 10 which was a bit high to me. I think Level 8 or 9 would’ve been reasonable too. Unfortunately, I was a bit less disappointed by this mode. It doesn’t feel worth all the effort getting to Level 10 which, believe me, takes forever! In this mode, there are areas on the stage your team must control for 100 seconds total. The concept looked interesting at first but soon I found it was more hectic and frustrating than just being simple fun like Turf War. I will try out this mode on occasion every now and again but it’s definitely not forgiving.

    Surprisingly, I had absolutely no lag while playing through Splatoon’s online modes. As you’ll spend most of the game playing online with others, it’s good Nintendo focused on making it as smooth as possible. I did have a few communication errors but none of them were during the match—they were all just in the lobby. Speaking of the lobby, the main area you’ll be exploring here is Inkopolis. It was pretty easy to get around since it was straightforward. If you don’t like finding the right shop everytime though, you can just click it on the GamePad which was super helpful.

    I really enjoyed the story mode, though not as much as Turf War. It seems every level introduces a new idea like Super Mario 3D World. Yes, the levels are linear but that’s never bothered me in past games and they definitely didn’t here. The bosses really stand out as a unique part in the mode. You really had to think about how to defeat them which is something I really appreciate in this kind of game. For something that has online modes as its main focus, I was surprised by how much I liked the single-player campaign.

    Battle Dojo is Splatoon’s only local co-op mode which was a bit of a shame as I was hoping for some co-op Turf War. You can do two-player online in Smash Bros. so why not here? Maybe in some future DLC. In Battle Dojo, you have to pop as many balloons as possible. They’ll appear in 20 second intervals on the stage you’re playing on which is plenty of time. Battle Dojo does feel like it goes on for quite some time but I’m pretty sure you won’t be playing it that much anyway. Not that it’s bad, it’s just not the most memorable aspect of the game.

    Overall, Splatoon was a very interesting game. We rarely see new IPs by Nintendo but this game for sure should encourage them to continue making them. While Turf War stands out as being my favorite mode of the game, I really enjoyed the story mode as well as the co-op Battle Dojo at times. The only thing I didn’t really like was Splat Zones but I can look over that. The online is smooth and the gameplay is super unique compared to other shooters.    … Expand
  22. pbjms
    May 29, 2015
    9
    This is a very fresh and innovative game from Nintendo, and although the content is a bit lacking at launch, the gameplay makes up for it, keeping me entertained for hours upon hours. While Voice Chat is not included, it doesn't feel essential to gameplay, as the multi-player modes are all very fast paced with everybody doing their own thing. This is a great game for Nintendo, and IThis is a very fresh and innovative game from Nintendo, and although the content is a bit lacking at launch, the gameplay makes up for it, keeping me entertained for hours upon hours. While Voice Chat is not included, it doesn't feel essential to gameplay, as the multi-player modes are all very fast paced with everybody doing their own thing. This is a great game for Nintendo, and I definitely recommend picking it up.… Expand
  23. watusi6969
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    Stay Fresh!

    Yes, this game is a breath of FRESH air for shooting game fans. Everyone can enjoy this game, both kids and adults not just the average 13+ yrs old shooting fans. The whole family can enjoy this fresh IP that Nintendo has provided us. My nephew and I play this for hours. He loves playing online without any foul mouthed 13 yrs old kids. PROS: Fresh idea from Nintendo    Stay Fresh!

    Yes, this game is a breath of FRESH air for shooting game fans. Everyone can enjoy this game, both kids and adults not just the average 13+ yrs old shooting fans. The whole family can enjoy this fresh IP that Nintendo has provided us. My nephew and I play this for hours. He loves playing online without any foul mouthed 13 yrs old kids.

    PROS:
    Fresh idea from Nintendo
    Adults and kids friendly
    Vibrant and vivid colors
    Fun, unique, and creative campaign mode (I had fun beating the Final boss)
    Online play is very addicting
    Different varieties of weapons and armors
    Armors and weapons are simple yet cool looking
    Miiverse meme posts are fun and hilarious
    Soundtracks are memorable.
    Ranked online match
    Memorable and unique characters specially the NPC's

    Cons:
    Lack of online maps
    Lack of online chat
    Lack of online party
    Only 2 player battle offline mode. 4vs4 local play with family with friends will be fun, please implement this Nintendo

    Campaign was way too short but was fun
    You can't change weapons while waiting for another match. You have to go back to the lobby menu in order to change weapon.    … Expand
  24. Bjolley35
    Jun 5, 2015
    9
    Fun, just an absolute blast, One of the best online games I've ever played. More fun and balanced than any online shooter I have ever played. No camping, no spawn deaths, turf warfare draws up literal lines of battle on the field. The style of play and design of the game is fast and an absolute blast. It is simply brilliant.
  25. Beastprogamer
    Oct 30, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is a fantastic Third Person shooter, and is a must own if you have a Wii U! The graphics are amazing. Online Multiplayer is fun but can be a little laggy. The best part is that this is Tokyo, Japan (IMO) which is awesome. The controls are good. The Story Mode (or Campaign) is outstanding especially the Bosses. The Main Plaza is absolutely gorgeous, well designed, highly resemblesSplatoon is a fantastic Third Person shooter, and is a must own if you have a Wii U! The graphics are amazing. Online Multiplayer is fun but can be a little laggy. The best part is that this is Tokyo, Japan (IMO) which is awesome. The controls are good. The Story Mode (or Campaign) is outstanding especially the Bosses. The Main Plaza is absolutely gorgeous, well designed, highly resembles Tokyo, Japan, and many more. The weapons are great. Splatoon is a fantastic Third Person and I highly recommend you get it. If you hate Splatoon, you're silly as JB.… Expand
  26. AugustoSisti
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    That its icredible, have some wrong things but still incredible. with the promisse splatoon will be the mario kart 8 of shooters game Nintendo made a incredible game. With some complications in the menu but nothing that distroy you game time. a new type of game, Nintendo made a new game in a era of reaster and remake of the olds series. That is what the people wants, not just gore andThat its icredible, have some wrong things but still incredible. with the promisse splatoon will be the mario kart 8 of shooters game Nintendo made a incredible game. With some complications in the menu but nothing that distroy you game time. a new type of game, Nintendo made a new game in a era of reaster and remake of the olds series. That is what the people wants, not just gore and sex, its fun and when you see you already played it by 5 hours. Its incredible!!… Expand
  27. Vile-Okami
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    Absolutely loving this game so far. Not sure why so many people are worried about voice chat. Unless you speak Japanese you aren't going to be able to talk to half your team. The final boss is one of the best I've seen in ages.
  28. GBev
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    Its a really fun game. Its different, interesting and satisfies that shooter itch while remaining light and relaxing. I'm excited to see what content gets released for it in the future.
  29. albinvgm
    May 31, 2015
    9
    This game is great, I having a lot of fun with the online matches and the single player campaign remains me of Super Mario Galaxy 2. The online matches are quick so It doesn't get tedious, and I love how you can change the gear of your character. I wasn't sure about this game at the beginning but if you have a wii u this is a must buy. My only complains are that currently there is only oneThis game is great, I having a lot of fun with the online matches and the single player campaign remains me of Super Mario Galaxy 2. The online matches are quick so It doesn't get tedious, and I love how you can change the gear of your character. I wasn't sure about this game at the beginning but if you have a wii u this is a must buy. My only complains are that currently there is only one battle mode and that if you want to play the challenges you need to get one of the 3 amiibos for this game and currently they are out of stock, I was lucky to get the amiibo girl and boy on launch day but not the squid amiibo, it shouldn't be this difficult to find amiibos specially if you want to experience the whole game.… Expand
  30. Rolowayane
    Oct 29, 2015
    9
    Aquí el claro ejemplo de un juego ORIGINAL. Divertido, acompañado de un apartado gráfico muy bueno, SIN LAGS, una banda sonora muy acorde a la temática del juego y una jugabilidad impecable. No le di el 10, sólo porque le falto un modo cooperativo en modo offline, sólo se juega un modo competitivo offline.
  31. hiruma87
    Jun 9, 2015
    9
    the history mode is too boring but the multi player online is addictive. nintendo didnt fail with this game. maybe if the maps will change every days could be more funny
  32. Dame
    May 31, 2015
    9
    This game is Splashingly Amazing from its inky visuals to its colorful boss battles and especially the 4-on-4 battles online. This game is a must buy although it does need more modes so I can change the review to 10/10 nontheless it is a great shooting game!
  33. WonderRed
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Increíble, es un juego artísticamente precioso, con una jugabilidad casi perfecta. Splatoon es de los mejores shooters online competitivos hasta la fecha, y sobre todo divertido, muy divertido.
  34. baggyscraggy
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is Nintendo's first new IP in a while, and they nailed it. Though the game may seem a bit lacking at launch (5 multiplayer maps and few weapons), this is not bothersome, due to the fact that the creators promised to release completely free DLC (weekly?), which will add more maps, more weapons, and more modes as well. It has plenty of content to hold you over until the maps areSplatoon is Nintendo's first new IP in a while, and they nailed it. Though the game may seem a bit lacking at launch (5 multiplayer maps and few weapons), this is not bothersome, due to the fact that the creators promised to release completely free DLC (weekly?), which will add more maps, more weapons, and more modes as well. It has plenty of content to hold you over until the maps are added, with a story mode spanning around 6 hours, as well as a highly addictive online multiplayer. Splatoon is a must have for any Wii U owner, and coupled with a game such as Super Smash Brothers, may be worth purchasing a Wii U for, if you have not.… Expand
  35. Almost_Salmon
    May 31, 2015
    9
    Wow! All of these 'Nintendo haters' need to get a perspective. Just because this game doesn't have brains blowing up like your precious COD does, doesn't mean it's bad! This game is fantastic! It is not like COD, it is something new and better. I'm not having a go at you, I'm just saying that people who have this immature attitude to gaming don't deserve to play it anyway. Problem Solved!
  36. brotherlar
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Highly addictive very innovative game. A lot of people have issues with this game not having voice chat I to was concerned about this. But let me tell you I honestly dont think it needs It!. the games are short and you can jump to any team member when you like,So if you keep your eye on the map you will do fine.

    All in all splatoon was better than I had imagined The single player mode    Highly addictive very innovative game. A lot of people have issues with this game not having voice chat I to was concerned about this. But let me tell you I honestly dont think it needs It!. the games are short and you can jump to any team member when you like,So if you keep your eye on the map you will do fine.

    All in all splatoon was better than I had imagined The single player mode is also great but ultimately you will want to play this for the multiplayer.All in All an easy 9/10 for me recommend at least trying it.    … Expand
  37. Melonz
    May 30, 2015
    9
    If your looking for a dark, gritty and realistic shooter then without question this is not going to be the game for you. However if your wanting to explore something radically different with plenty of Nintendo sparkle and magic, then Splatoon is going to be a perfect fit for you.

    Splatoon is full of strange quirks that will leave most realistic shooters baffled. A shop inventory system    If your looking for a dark, gritty and realistic shooter then without question this is not going to be the game for you. However if your wanting to explore something radically different with plenty of Nintendo sparkle and magic, then Splatoon is going to be a perfect fit for you.

    Splatoon is full of strange quirks that will leave most realistic shooters baffled. A shop inventory system that refreshers daily, the stages rotate every so many hours and the complete abscenss of voice chat, and thats just to name a few! This is Nintendo at its accentric best and while to some its not ideal, for those who embrace it, it is thoroughly charming and functional.

    Splatoon turns everything on its head and this is likely because many modern gamers have been bought up with the same cookie cutter shooter experinces. The blueprint for these games has hardly changed and people take this for the "Norm!"

    If the game gets the after launch care (Which is planned) with more gear, maps, weapons, stages etc... Then Nintendo have an absolute Gem of an IP.    … Expand
  38. alea360
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Fun, strategy, and cooperation. Ink is a very good idea an change lot of thing in Multi Online War. Very good game and I hope the next dlc add lot of good thing
  39. therock115
    May 29, 2015
    9
    I have just played two maps online and can say this is awesome. Yeah it doesnt have the chat option but you can pretty much look at the map on your screen to know how much of it you still need to ink, its not about the number of kills, you dont need to co-ordinate kill tactics. You can only use the gamepad in online mode also but you can turn the gyro off if you prefer, so its no big deal.I have just played two maps online and can say this is awesome. Yeah it doesnt have the chat option but you can pretty much look at the map on your screen to know how much of it you still need to ink, its not about the number of kills, you dont need to co-ordinate kill tactics. You can only use the gamepad in online mode also but you can turn the gyro off if you prefer, so its no big deal. The local 2-player mode does allow the pro controller though.

    I definitely recommend this game, you'll get more enjoyment out of it than COD. I found the more ground you lose the more determined you are to win it back, the last few seconds can get intense. You'll definitely come back for more. I traded COD in after a bit but this is definitely for keeps. With more maps and other upgrades on the way, the game will get even better.    … Expand
  40. chadoclock
    May 29, 2015
    9
    It is the next BIG franchise game from Nintendo, I really love it, but I would love more the game if it has more single mode stages and more to do as a single player. The lack of voice is horrible.
  41. Aromaiden
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Splatoon does a very good job at doing what it was meant to do, entertain. The game in its current state is by no means perfect, missing several features and modes and although Nintendo promises to add them in later it doesn't change the fact.

    The game lacks a voice chat which varies in severity depending on the person, and although done with well intentions, there were other possible    Splatoon does a very good job at doing what it was meant to do, entertain. The game in its current state is by no means perfect, missing several features and modes and although Nintendo promises to add them in later it doesn't change the fact.

    The game lacks a voice chat which varies in severity depending on the person, and although done with well intentions, there were other possible solutions to the voice chat situation. The game lacks a polished multiplayer, with several features missing, although the multiplayer is admittingly fun. The game's multiplayer encouraged strategy but really did not do much to support that other than giving a map on the pad.

    The game isn't bad, quite the contrary. It's amazingly enjoyable. The multiplayer is addictive and quick, which helps get around the absence of voice chat. The game encourages strategy although not as much as I would like. The single player is very entertaining and enjoyable allowing you to bond with and understand the world of Splatoon. Which is very vibrant and beautifully designed. The game is great, but has the possibilities to become spectacular when updated. I would recommend the game.

    The game at the moment sits at about a 7-8 for me, but with future support and events I give it a 9. Please don't allow the other commenters who give this game a 0 or 1 for no voice chat. No game is perfect (and by no means is this game perfect) but giving a game a zero for a missing feature is absurd. If they give it a low score allow them to support their argument but don't believe them for simply disliking one feature and then disregarding the entire game. Even better, you could form own opinion by playing the game, which is what I recommend for everyone.

    Honestly though, this is a good step for Nintendo and hopefully they will learn to improve upon, as it is always difficult to enter a new area in gaming for any company.    … Expand
  42. johnMcK
    May 29, 2015
    9
    First time writing a review. The reviews giving a zero clearly have not played the game. This is an amazingly fun game. Why people like to hate for no reason is confusing.
  43. th3bomb93
    May 29, 2015
    9
    Look, Those people who think that Call of Duty is the best Shooter there is. I don't like it. It's been the same thing pretty much since it released, stick to your outdated pile of junk and leave us who want to try something new and innovative (and much better balanced). Splatoon will be hard to make a sequel to, has a very interesting point to be made and allows those who are notLook, Those people who think that Call of Duty is the best Shooter there is. I don't like it. It's been the same thing pretty much since it released, stick to your outdated pile of junk and leave us who want to try something new and innovative (and much better balanced). Splatoon will be hard to make a sequel to, has a very interesting point to be made and allows those who are not especially good at shooters to at least have fun. Something which COD does not do well, and when Activision tries to do something new and Innovated with the 12 year old IP, You all hate it. For once the reason to own a Wii U is no longer Mario and crew, its cooler than that. Way cooler. Splatoon Has 4 Vs. 4 in reasonably sized maps. Leaves the chose and how you like the way the operate to the user. It allows you to become better over time and leaves the Strategy better than Team Deathmatch. Also the Single Player is More rewarding to play in Splatoon. So here (for once) the problem is not the game. It is the consumer. which has always been the Problem with Developers (they can't please everyone). In fact, I own Black Ops 2 on my Wii U and i have found Splatoon (although lacking in Game modes for now) considerably more fun. I also find Games like this to have a more enjoyable than those who have been recycled over a million times. This game pleases those who are relatively new to gaming as well as those who have been playing video games for over 15 years.… Expand
  44. Ranger_Linkseye
    May 29, 2015
    9
    You probably know that this game is a shooter where your main objective is to splatter the other person's territory with ink. In your ink you can turn into a squid ant move 2x faster and you refill your ammo. If you didn't Know, well there you go. Let's Get straight to the Points (Overall I give it a 8.9)

    Pros: + AMAZING IDEA that is implemented very well + Customization +The game's    You probably know that this game is a shooter where your main objective is to splatter the other person's territory with ink. In your ink you can turn into a squid ant move 2x faster and you refill your ammo. If you didn't Know, well there you go. Let's Get straight to the Points (Overall I give it a 8.9)

    Pros:
    + AMAZING IDEA that is implemented very well
    + Customization
    +The game's online runs at a gorgeous 60 frames/sec and has little to no lag
    + Fun and addicting Story Mode
    +Addicting as all heck
    +The music is AMAZING
    +Controls are absolutely brilliant
    +Great Central Hub
    +Shop Keepers
    +Squid Kids are a interesting and great idea
    +Enemy Designs and Bosses are absolutely INK- CREADIBLE

    Cons (most are minor things)
    - No Voice Chat (although it would have been great to have, It didn't make too much of a difference in my opinion)
    - Lack of content on release (will gain more in the form of free DLC)
    - The signal player is super short
    - The Squid Sisters (Basically they tell you the maps every 2 hours or when you boot up the game... It gets really annoying and there should totally be a skip option)
    - Bland local player
    - It's annoying that you cannot customize your Squid person when in the lobby
    - NO GAMEPAD ONLY PLAY (This is more personal because my T.V looks like **** so I will not deduce points for this)

    Neutral:
    =Decently long loading times in which you can play a mini game

    Final comment:

    This game is extremely fun and is addicting as all hell. The online is INK-mayzing and the signal player is a work of art. Unfortunately, the bland local mode, lack of modes/ stages altogether(on launch), lack of voice chat , short single player and other minor details SPLAT on my enjoyment of this game, and stopped what could have been the best Nintendo game of the decade. That being said, this game is still amazing and will PAINT the way for it's predecessors to walk on.    … Expand
  45. Rekt_Lunas
    May 30, 2015
    9
    A solid and fun package that could easily give someone thousands of hours of gameplay. Limited as the launch may be, if the player has the personal will to just simply enjoy the game for what it is, no comparisons or mentions of other competitive shooters, then this is a sure fire way to enjoy an afternoon. The multiplayer is fast paced and fun.(Rollers are OP, but you will learn to beatA solid and fun package that could easily give someone thousands of hours of gameplay. Limited as the launch may be, if the player has the personal will to just simply enjoy the game for what it is, no comparisons or mentions of other competitive shooters, then this is a sure fire way to enjoy an afternoon. The multiplayer is fast paced and fun.(Rollers are OP, but you will learn to beat them) The singleplayer is challenging and rewarding and the hub world is not only full of interesting characters but he Mii-Verse posts are hilarious. My only problem with the game is the lack of content, but the Nintendo Direct promises a launch of plenty more content by summer's end. Some of which should put this game in a league of it's own.… Expand
  46. acegibbo
    May 31, 2015
    9
    By GOD is this game good. It is so fun and unique. The story is one of the best single-player experiences I have had on the Wii U (although not long) and the use of amiibo is pretty good as well! There is a lot of customization with what weapons you want to take on and what gear you where. The main game, the online, is pretty good. Lack of online chat doesn't bother me that much, as youBy GOD is this game good. It is so fun and unique. The story is one of the best single-player experiences I have had on the Wii U (although not long) and the use of amiibo is pretty good as well! There is a lot of customization with what weapons you want to take on and what gear you where. The main game, the online, is pretty good. Lack of online chat doesn't bother me that much, as you already have a good idea of what to do from your team-mates actions and looking at the map on the GamePad. Lack of stages is a problem, as well as modes, but there will be more of both every week or two weeks, so no need to worry about that. It is a highly recommended game that can stand on its own tentacles alongside Smash Bros. and Mario Kart.… Expand
  47. IsmaDLR
    May 31, 2015
    9
    One thing that needs to be said is that the online in this game is not finished, but the things that are finished... Simply perfect. And now that the campaigns aren't the real deal anymore, Splatoon gave me a really good one, with a final boss fight that I simply loved.

    When it comes to online multiplayer, it's incredibly fun and addicting even with the low amount of online content.    One thing that needs to be said is that the online in this game is not finished, but the things that are finished... Simply perfect. And now that the campaigns aren't the real deal anymore, Splatoon gave me a really good one, with a final boss fight that I simply loved.

    When it comes to online multiplayer, it's incredibly fun and addicting even with the low amount of online content. And I really loved that the game doesn't have in-game voice chat, because in online battles that short (3 minutes), the voice chat is absolutely unnecessary, distracting and because the fact you only need to make a strategy for your equipment makes the strategy with the other players useless. If you play online, just sit back and ink all the place, forget about dumb strategies that are more focused on killing the other players than covering the most of the stage with ink. 3 minutes, 4 vs 4 players, tiny stages, only equipment strategy, and shoot, shoot, reload, shoot, shoot, repeat. If you feel that the Mario Kart 8 online races aren't chaotic enough, play Splatoon and you will know what chaos is.    … Expand
  48. rulerhumankind
    Jun 1, 2015
    9
    I anticipated that this game would be cool, but would become boring in a couple days. I have already dropped several hours into the game, and I know it is one of my new favorites. The best things about this game, are the short match times, quick match-making, and quick respawn. This keeps you in the action, and if you have a bad match, it is quickly over, and you are on to the next withI anticipated that this game would be cool, but would become boring in a couple days. I have already dropped several hours into the game, and I know it is one of my new favorites. The best things about this game, are the short match times, quick match-making, and quick respawn. This keeps you in the action, and if you have a bad match, it is quickly over, and you are on to the next with a different team. I can load up my Wii U, drop into a couple matches, and shut it down in less than half an hour. If I am getting burned out on the multi-player, I can switch to single player for a good diversion, while earning rewards and getting better at the game. It is not a perfect 10, as no game can be, but a great pick-up.… Expand
  49. Berezau
    Jun 2, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is a great new spin on the shooter genre. Plenty of gear, weapns and strategising for different playstyles. The mechanics and short length of online matches keep things dynamic and snappy. Short, but very enjoyable single player campaign (the last boss is great!). Yes, limited content amount on launch, but the gear, weapons and various stats make for dynamic options. AbsolutelySplatoon is a great new spin on the shooter genre. Plenty of gear, weapns and strategising for different playstyles. The mechanics and short length of online matches keep things dynamic and snappy. Short, but very enjoyable single player campaign (the last boss is great!). Yes, limited content amount on launch, but the gear, weapons and various stats make for dynamic options. Absolutely brilliant new game.… Expand
  50. KoalaOnKrack
    Jun 3, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is a really fun game with so much further potential. Strong campaign in the game but the multiplayer is the strongest feature. I would have loved to have seen further game modes and maps at launch but understandably being a completely new concept, they aren't all there. Loving every bit I've played, and I'm, left wanting more and more.
  51. mo-mo-mo
    Jun 5, 2015
    9
    If you mixed up some shooter, strategy, online and Nintendo's magic you will obtain Splatoon. The game is an early access and its almost perfect, so if you think about the amount of stuff Nintendo is going to bring this game it will be legendary.
  52. Dartek
    Jun 4, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is a great game, with a fresh propose, you can think that the game is incomplete but actually Nintendo is doing a great work updating it and adding more content, also you can really use the amiibos, a must have for the Wii U
  53. iandizion713
    Jun 6, 2015
    9
    Insanely addicting game, Splatoon is one of those games thats hard to put down. Dual screens on local play, single player mode, and the online part are a blast, i spent first couple days play the 2 player Battle Dojo, then spent few days playing single player story mode. Now im getting lost in the online mode, this mode is the most addicting of all. All in all Splatoon is one of the bestInsanely addicting game, Splatoon is one of those games thats hard to put down. Dual screens on local play, single player mode, and the online part are a blast, i spent first couple days play the 2 player Battle Dojo, then spent few days playing single player story mode. Now im getting lost in the online mode, this mode is the most addicting of all. All in all Splatoon is one of the best games available for Wii U.… Expand
  54. BlueSilver86
    Jun 8, 2015
    9
    As a player of multiplayer shooters, I was wondering how good a shooter by Nintendo could be. I love Nintendo but I was a little bit skeptical of shooting paint all over the place. After my brother got the game and told me how great it was, I decided to take the plunge. The verdict? Nintendo nailed it. Though a little lacking on content at the moment, it is incredibly fun. Every week,As a player of multiplayer shooters, I was wondering how good a shooter by Nintendo could be. I love Nintendo but I was a little bit skeptical of shooting paint all over the place. After my brother got the game and told me how great it was, I decided to take the plunge. The verdict? Nintendo nailed it. Though a little lacking on content at the moment, it is incredibly fun. Every week, Nintendo is adding new weapons and maps, so the content issue should resolve itself in the coming months. The online is nearly flawless, with lag or dropping out of games being a rare occurrence. The only negative I have with online is the lack of ability to party up with friends (though that is supposed to be fixed in August I believe). I don't mind the lack of voice chat, though it would be nice. Overall, I love the game and everyone should give this game a spin. I don't believe you'll regret it.… Expand
  55. InfiniteYT
    Jun 8, 2015
    9
    Splatoon takes a overdone genre and makes it feel fresh. With new ways to combat like the squid form which allows for swift movement around the map or hiding in your on ink makes every moment exciting and intense. The 4 minute timer in turf war makes the action fast pace and the ability to launch to team members makes sure that your never mindlessly swimming around. Platoons concept isSplatoon takes a overdone genre and makes it feel fresh. With new ways to combat like the squid form which allows for swift movement around the map or hiding in your on ink makes every moment exciting and intense. The 4 minute timer in turf war makes the action fast pace and the ability to launch to team members makes sure that your never mindlessly swimming around. Platoons concept is that you have to cover the ground with more ink then your opponent. The idea is unique and fun. The multiple weapons along with the customizable gear with stats allows for the perfect setup for your play style. The single player, even though it's fairly short, is very fun as each stage throughs something new that works with the games mechanics very well. The coop mode where your playing with a friend is pretty boring and would of been better if it was more like turf wars. When you reach level 10 you unlock ranked battles which is a different gamemode called splat zones which is a lot like King of the hill but instead of standing on the site you have to paint it an and in some maps there are 2 zones. Some weapons have specials that allow to change the course of a battle like the ink strike or the ink zooka. The three types of weapons: the splatter gun, the roller, and the charger allow for a different type of play style everytime. In multiplayer there is no voice chat which isn't a big deal but it would be cool to develop starts with your team or call for backup on a certain area of the map. Overall Nintendo's first new IP in years is great and with the three amigo's that add more content the fun keeps on coming. It may be the best game on the wii U and it deserves the 9/10 rating.… Expand
  56. Britton12
    Jun 24, 2015
    9
    Though this game is not perfect, it is still extremely fun and addicting. One of my favorite WiiU games to date. The lack of voice chat does not bring the quality of the game down. If anything it enhances the experience. Sometimes the pairing of teams is a little lopsided and it's rather frustrating when one of your teammates drops out or gets disconnected. But, again, that does notThough this game is not perfect, it is still extremely fun and addicting. One of my favorite WiiU games to date. The lack of voice chat does not bring the quality of the game down. If anything it enhances the experience. Sometimes the pairing of teams is a little lopsided and it's rather frustrating when one of your teammates drops out or gets disconnected. But, again, that does not bring the quality of the game down. With continual added maps and guns, the content shows potential to keep expanding. If you are looking to have fun (which is what playing video games is all about) get this game. You will have fun.… Expand
  57. Turbowashington
    Jul 4, 2015
    9
    This game is everything you've come to expect from a Nintendo IP and more. The mere concept of this game is amazing, and the execution of it is brilliance. Splatoon is oozing with personality and originality everywhere, and has got to be one of the most addicting games I've ever played. With great online, lots of weapons, great modes and stages, a fantastic soundtrack, hilarious andThis game is everything you've come to expect from a Nintendo IP and more. The mere concept of this game is amazing, and the execution of it is brilliance. Splatoon is oozing with personality and originality everywhere, and has got to be one of the most addicting games I've ever played. With great online, lots of weapons, great modes and stages, a fantastic soundtrack, hilarious and memorable characters, a creative and fun single player campaign, and a great sense of progression as you gradually build up your Inkling to higher rank and levels, Splatoon earns it's place right along side all the other Nintendo IPs. And on top of all that, this game is constantly getting updated to have more and more content. Though it's difficult to think of any inherent flaws within the game, there are a few areas where there is room for improvement, such as the local multiplayer and customization (both of which aren't bad, just could be a bit more in depth). Still, Splatoon is a fresh (pun intended) new IP for Nintendo and is a blast to play.… Expand
  58. Treebob427
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    The Smash Bros of shooters!

    Who cares about voice chat? It would've been a nice addition but it's not worth a negative review!

    The game is lots of fun, it could just use more maps and modes.

    Halo, CoD, Battlefield, NOPE! Splatoon!
  59. NeedAname
    Jun 30, 2015
    9
    Its a fun new fresh game with a bundle of fun and character. it is a blast and strongly recommend it. kinda like Darude Sandstorm- Play it over and over again and not get bored with its addictive gameplay.
  60. echa
    Jul 3, 2015
    9
    This is a game I really can recommend for everybody, especially if you're a fan of Team Fortress 2 kind of games! I love the splatoonfest idea, gives something to wait and compete for.
  61. redubs
    Jul 4, 2015
    9
    The only reason I bought a Wii U. Worth the £160 for Wii U premium and Splatoon. I've been playing it for a week and still enjoying it just as much. A new game mode came out a day or two ago, they keep adding new content this keeps me coming back for more. Really enjoying this game, my game of the year so far.
  62. buttonscasper
    Jul 6, 2015
    9
    The game is a great, creative idea but the only thing that is stopping it earning a 10 is the lack of content from the start but i know nintendo will add more content which is exciting.
  63. iRonnoc
    Jul 13, 2015
    9
    This game is pretty much why I love Nintendo games. Rather than following the initial formula for video games, they decide to change things up and create something completely unique, and Splatoon is a perfect example of that. Now, you have CoD, your standard shooter, where you shoot with no particular goal to follow other than to shoot people, but Splatoon, on the other hand, is a gameThis game is pretty much why I love Nintendo games. Rather than following the initial formula for video games, they decide to change things up and create something completely unique, and Splatoon is a perfect example of that. Now, you have CoD, your standard shooter, where you shoot with no particular goal to follow other than to shoot people, but Splatoon, on the other hand, is a game where shooting people isn't the goal of the battle. If you don't know, Splatoon's main mode involves you spreading your ink to cover turf, and the team with more area covered by the end of the match wins. On top of that, you can swim through your own ink as a squid to go faster, and covering ink also gets you cash that you can spend on weapons and gear, and it levels up your gear and your Inkling (That's your player by the way). The game also has a one-on-one multiplayer mode, but I didn't find it to be too fun, because first off, the objective of the mode itself is boring, and you can only choose from a predetermined weapon and gear setup. The game also comes with a single player mode where you can even unlock new weapons, but it didn't last me that long. If you manage to level up to level 10, you can participate in Ranked Battles online, and if you can manage the insanity, you'll be rewarded with a huuuuuuge amount of in-game money. If you can't, then you've wasted your time and you get nothing. But the game as a whole offers a huge amount of variety, and even if you manage to get everything, achieve level 20, beat story mode with all upgraded equipment and all the scrolls, and get to rank A+, I bet you could still have the urge to keep on playing the game.… Expand
  64. Crappy
    Jul 27, 2015
    9
    I can safely say that the answer to that is a complex one. Splatoon is a really well made game, designed to be accessible for kids but still fun enough for the ‘hardcores’ to get into it. During my time with it, I became totally invested. I played the entirety of the singleplayer, found all the collectible sunken scrolls that show backstory, did half of the Amiibo challenges I’d unlockedI can safely say that the answer to that is a complex one. Splatoon is a really well made game, designed to be accessible for kids but still fun enough for the ‘hardcores’ to get into it. During my time with it, I became totally invested. I played the entirety of the singleplayer, found all the collectible sunken scrolls that show backstory, did half of the Amiibo challenges I’d unlocked and played up to level 10 online, with various weapons.

    So let’s break it down. The core of Splatoon is all about the competitive online multiplayer. When you boot up the game you design your Inkling and are then immediately encouraged to head into the multiplayer. There are currently two gamemodes – Turf War, a deathmatch-like mode where the real goal is to cover as much of the ground with your colour ink as possible, and the (currently ranked-only gamemode) Splat Zone, where you have to capture and hold two zones. Unfortunately the ranked mode is currently locked away until enough people have been playing the game and hit level 10. A huge and essential mechanic in battles is that you can squid jump to a teammate, letting you quickly travel into the heat of battle. No waiting around or slowly travelling to where you want to be – see a teammate on the Wii U gamepad and -WHEEEEEE- squid jump over there! The action is fast paced, the matches are short (only 3 minutes), it’s a perfect combo. Swimming through the ink is also a hugely important feature that speeds up your squid by a ton – but watch out, you can’t swim through your opponent’s ink!

    One thing I don’t quite enjoy about the multiplayer is how maps are handled. There’s plenty of maps available, but they’re on a constant rotation of two at a time every two hours. This is of course just my preference, and I haven’t really seen anyone else complaining about this. When the maps change, you get a quick and quirky cut-scene with Callie and Marie, the fabulous Squid Sisters who are essentially squid celebrities. These two characters are great, oozing personality and charm. You can even find their studio in the main hub of Splatoon and see them – they sometimes even wave at you.

    You start the game at level 1, with a standard ink shooter and low-level clothing. But fret not! You might feel like a squid in a barrel at first but after a couple matches and a few levels up, you’ll be the jetting to the top. There’s three unique weapon types; roller, charger and shooter. Chargers are sniper rifle-like weapons that require a brief charge before firing. Rollers are basically paint rollers that cover a huge part of the ground in ink as you move forward – you can also flick ink at your opponents with a quick tap of the fire button. Finally, the shooters are the generic ink guns. They come with all kinds of stat changes, such as with rapid fire or explosive ink shot abilities. My preference is the roller type weapons, but there’s a handful of shooters that I find exceptionally fun to use.

    You’ve also got the sub weapons. These include various kinds of bombs, homing bombs and support items like splash walls that allow you to fire out of them but don’t let opponents fire in. One of my personal favourites was the Squid Beacon that allows you and your team to squid jump to wherever you place it. The final part of your arsenal is special weapons. These include Inkzookas (self-explanatory right?), and the Bubbler, a bubble shield that blocks attacks for a short period of time. These are all in one loadout that can’t be changed. When you select a weapon, it comes with the sub and special weapons – this system is brilliant, it evenly levels the playing field for everyone and means that you have to play to that loadout’s strengths

    Your clothing is completely customizable though. You can mix, match or look completely odd, it’s all up to you. There’s a huge variety of clothing including actual Japanese branded clothing, and you can also unlock a handful of clothing and weaponry from the singleplayer and amiibo challenges

    The singleplayer is a series of 25 levels and 5 bosses against a mysterious enemy known as the Octolings. Each level has a hidden scroll that tells you more about the world of Splatoon, whereas each boss gives you a blueprint for a new, custom weapon. I’ll avoid spoilers so I won’t specify, but completing the game gives you two full sets of clothing (three pieces per set, 6 pieces per set).

    The singleplayer levels are very impressive though. Despite the campaign’s short runtime of about 2 to 3 hours, each level brings a new mechanic to the table and then experiments with it. For example, one level brings in the sponge block that you can fill with ink to expand it. Later, you have to use a path of them to traverse a gap. In later levels, you’ll have to climb sponge blocks while fighting off enemies that can shrink the blocks back d    … Expand
  65. RockStarGamers
    Jul 28, 2015
    9
    I have had a ton of fun with Splatoon and would highly recommend it to any owner of a Nintendo Wii U. It looks great, plays better and is an absolute must buy!
  66. Squidkid6197
    Jul 30, 2015
    9
    Move over Call of Duty and Battlefield we have a new era defining shooter and it's name is Splatoon!
    Splaoon is a third person shooter game made by Nintendo which focuses on Multiplayer rather than Single player but both are extremely fun and awarding.
    The game starts of with you choosing your inkling a Species that is a Squid who can change into a humanoid at any time Don't    Move over Call of Duty and Battlefield we have a new era defining shooter and it's name is Splatoon!
    Splaoon is a third person shooter game made by Nintendo which focuses on Multiplayer rather than Single player but both are extremely fun and awarding.
    The game starts of with you choosing your inkling a Species that is a Squid who can change into a humanoid at any time
    Don't underestimate these cute Squids because they can pack quite a punch!
    You have a choice between a Boy or Girl inkling, while most people go with the girl I chosen the boy because I am in reality a boy. After you pick your eye and skin color ypu are dropped into a easy to learn tutorial. You can choose to have Stick or Motion controls but I went with the motion controls because I think it has a rather smooth Sensitivity and feel to it. After beating the tutorial you are dropped into Inkopolis the central hub of Splatoon. Here you can buy weapons and gear from the 4 major stores or check in with the Squid Sisters. And this is were your journey begins. In my opinion I'll give this game a 9 out of 10 for it's multiplay and a 7 out of time for the single player.
    Multiplayer is Really fun and addicting and could waste alot of your time. Many critics Complain about the lack of content but with August update that adds more Clothes, weapons, better matchmaker, and a level increase from 20 to 50 I would highly recommend this game if you came here for the multiplayer. But if you came for the Single Player you will be a bit dissapointed with the lack of content in single player. Overall I'll will give this game a 9 out of 10!    … Expand
  67. Warlocke
    Aug 5, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is one of the best, most original titles of the new generation in videogames. It´s a very addictive colorful shooter with tons of stuff to do. Visuals are incredible and multiplayer, like any shooter, is extremely fun. The story is pretty fun, especially defeating every boss in a particular way!
  68. Nikoback
    Aug 25, 2015
    9
    A great game that demonstrates how games can provide longevity with more content, Splatoon's gameplay is an absolute blast to hear about, and a absolute blast to play. It's still got it's fair share of gripes (Rotation can be a double edge, horrible weapon balance), but it's definitely one of the best games I've played this year.
  69. aredneck92
    Sep 11, 2015
    9
    Fun game with a lot to offer. The online battle mode is a different and unique approach to. The team that wins is the team that covers the most area in their color paint. During this mode of play you can try to eliminate the opposing team by covering them in paint, which sends them back to start. Can play with using the gamepad or a controller. I found using the gamepad is actuallyFun game with a lot to offer. The online battle mode is a different and unique approach to. The team that wins is the team that covers the most area in their color paint. During this mode of play you can try to eliminate the opposing team by covering them in paint, which sends them back to start. Can play with using the gamepad or a controller. I found using the gamepad is actually the better way to go. While playing in a local battle one player uses the gamepad to see the action going on. The other player will use the tv screen eliminating the need for a split screen. All around good fun game.… Expand
  70. DoodKing
    Sep 1, 2015
    9
    İ think that Splatoon is a really good Online game.But 1v1 isn't that good enough.And it would be better if the Online was 2 players.And the Game İs Amazing!!!!
  71. PhantomMac
    Sep 3, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is a lot of fun. The colours and graphics are great. The online multiplayer is very good and matches you with players of a similar level. The music is good and gives them game a different feel to other Nintendo games. This is worth getting and kids love to play this game.
  72. juanpi322
    Sep 2, 2015
    9
    Es un juego adictivo, que en el principio era bastante vacio pero con todas las actualizaciones se a convertido en un juegazo, lo unico que faltaria podria ser el chat de voz solo en combates privados y amistosos(con amigos) para tener una mejor estrategia, pero por ahora un 9,veremos si con lo adicional se gana un 10
  73. AmiiSkyKaos
    Sep 3, 2015
    9
    Best online game I've played, I'm not a fan of first or third person shooters normally but this game is more my style (Fresh pun) sadly tho if you lack Internet say for example a kid whose parents never gave internet access to for there Wii U then this is a short story and nothing else so I can't give this a 10 because next gen when Nintendo cuts the servers for the Wii U this game will beBest online game I've played, I'm not a fan of first or third person shooters normally but this game is more my style (Fresh pun) sadly tho if you lack Internet say for example a kid whose parents never gave internet access to for there Wii U then this is a short story and nothing else so I can't give this a 10 because next gen when Nintendo cuts the servers for the Wii U this game will be done for but until then stay fresh =P… Expand
  74. Ryng_tolu
    Oct 26, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is the the revolution of the shooter. One of the best game of this generation.
    Splatoon is just too funny to play, and i'm never boring playing this game.
    This is a new gameplay, which i never seen in others games.
    The only disappoint thing about Splatoon is the Single Player, too short and easy, withouth a great story.
    Overall the multiplayer is almost perfect.

    9/10
  75. MohymanAwwad
    Sep 6, 2015
    9
    Great and addictive game, only hiccups is the map rotation and single player is just average. The weapon selection is really good and the ranked battles r fun but can get frustrating.
  76. guajefer
    Jul 8, 2016
    9
    Es un juego DIVERTIDÍSIMO. ¡Por fin un shooter que innova! Splatoon goza de un modo online súper-adictivo, con partidas rápidas y mucha diversión conquistando el terreno pintando. Un shooter cuya finalidad nunca es matar, aunque tengas que hacerlo para sacar ventaja al equipo rival. Infinidad de posibilidades de mejora de tu inkling, armas de varios tipos con secundarias y especiales deEs un juego DIVERTIDÍSIMO. ¡Por fin un shooter que innova! Splatoon goza de un modo online súper-adictivo, con partidas rápidas y mucha diversión conquistando el terreno pintando. Un shooter cuya finalidad nunca es matar, aunque tengas que hacerlo para sacar ventaja al equipo rival. Infinidad de posibilidades de mejora de tu inkling, armas de varios tipos con secundarias y especiales de múltiples combinaciones y sobre todp, un online estable. Me gustaría que si hubiera secuelas, tuviera una campaña un pelín más larga, pero en definitiva JUEGAZO.… Expand
  77. Hakros323
    Nov 21, 2015
    9
    This game. Is. AWESOME! A amazing game for the Wii U. If you have the Wii U, you have no reason NOT to buy this game. What makes it so good?
    In Splatoon, you take the role of a Inkling, a interesting race that can turn from a human into a squid. Inklings can swim in their own ink, but are slow in the enemies ink.
    They're many weapons from different category (Shooter, Charger, Roller,    This game. Is. AWESOME! A amazing game for the Wii U. If you have the Wii U, you have no reason NOT to buy this game. What makes it so good?
    In Splatoon, you take the role of a Inkling, a interesting race that can turn from a human into a squid. Inklings can swim in their own ink, but are slow in the enemies ink.
    They're many weapons from different category (Shooter, Charger, Roller, etc.) you can use, all of which have their advantages and disadvantages. Each weapon comes with a Sub weapon, and a Special weapon, giving out different playing style. Each shot from your weapons, and the sub weapon, consumes ink from your tank, which is ammo. If you're running out of ammo, hide in your ink to recharge. You also have a special meter for your special weapon, and it fills up as you cover turf. These weapons are powerful, and can change the tide of the match.
    You have the option to play as either a Male inkling, or a Female inkling. And there's shops where you an get gear (But you first must reach Level 10). Each gears have special abilities, such as higher defense, faster speed, and things like that. You can unlock even more abilities by playing online more.

    The game's main selling point is its great online mode. There are two modes you can play online: Turf War, and Ranked Battle.

    In Turf War, 2 teams of 4 Inklings must cover as much a turf as possible with their ink before the time runs out. Whichever team covers the most turf wins. You get points by inking turfs and splatting enemies. After the game, you'll get points based on your overall performance, which is need to level up.

    In Ranked Battle, you'll compete in a competitive mode with different games modes. Winning will rise up your rank, while losing lowers it. You also get more points in ranked battle than you do in turf war.

    There are many stages to play on online. The stages are the same for both turf war and ranked battles. Each are completely different, and requires new strategy. The stage selection rotates daily, so you'll be playing different stages each day.

    Perhaps the only real lacking thing in Splatoon is the single player mode. There is a story mode where you must rescue stolen zapfish from a evil octopus-like race. While it can be fun, it's also easy to beat. The only hard part in the final boss.

    Overall, definitely one of the best games on the Wii U. You'll love its online mode.    … Expand
  78. XenoFantasy1
    Nov 17, 2015
    9
    Splatoon is one of the most unique shooters i have ever played.

    The single player campaign is short but sweet. It will last anywhere from 4-6 hrs long. You play through a couple of stages and fight a boss. It is pretty enjoyable although some stage ideas are repeated. It also has one of the best final bosses of any game ever. The multiplayer is where the bread and butter is at. The    Splatoon is one of the most unique shooters i have ever played.

    The single player campaign is short but sweet. It will last anywhere from 4-6 hrs long. You play through a couple of stages and fight a boss. It is pretty enjoyable although some stage ideas are repeated. It also has one of the best final bosses of any game ever.

    The multiplayer is where the bread and butter is at. The game always runs at 60fps online which is great and makes the experience feel very smooth and natural. Another thing that feels natural is the control. The game controls very well and squid mode boosts maneuverability for even greater control. There is a lot of content and more is being added to this day.

    Overall i think splatoon is a great game and is a must buy for any wii u owner.    … Expand
  79. RetroRenegade
    Nov 13, 2015
    9
    I was so confident in this game when it was announced and it did not disappoint me! After being burned out on other multiplayer shooters that felt repetitive and monotonous, this was such a breath of fresh air! My only real complaint is that the game is light on single player content, and the local multiplayer lacks meat on the bones. But the single player was still a fun - if short -I was so confident in this game when it was announced and it did not disappoint me! After being burned out on other multiplayer shooters that felt repetitive and monotonous, this was such a breath of fresh air! My only real complaint is that the game is light on single player content, and the local multiplayer lacks meat on the bones. But the single player was still a fun - if short - burst of action, and the multiplayer community has been so much fun to play with! Definitely a game worthy of many sequels in the future!… Expand
  80. thelemonman11
    Nov 20, 2015
    9
    Silly, quirky, and most importantly, fun. The game is easy to play, and actually makes admirable use of the WiiU's motion controls. It's predominantly online, but does have an acceptable single player mode, if you ever get bored of matchmaking. The game feels unique, it's fun to look at, and fun to play, definitely a must have for the WiiU.
  81. FourFrame
    Dec 1, 2015
    9
    This game is amazing with minor issues. The graphics are very colorful. The gameplay is amazing. The minor issues are just some lag and splatfest problems. They will probably
  82. Cosmozerk
    May 8, 2016
    9
    I already did a review on Splatoon back in February 16 2016, but because the game is still evolving and already purchase the amiibo. I feel like is worth a revisiting. Is it really worth that 9/10 i gave it in my older review?, let's find out.

    STORY: In Splatoon we get a very simple story. The Octarians (the rivals of the Inklings) have stolen the energie source of Inkcopolis...get it    I already did a review on Splatoon back in February 16 2016, but because the game is still evolving and already purchase the amiibo. I feel like is worth a revisiting. Is it really worth that 9/10 i gave it in my older review?, let's find out.

    STORY: In Splatoon we get a very simple story. The Octarians (the rivals of the Inklings) have stolen the energie source of Inkcopolis...get it back!.

    P.S: This is only if you play story mode.

    PRESENTATION: Splatoon just SCREAMS Japan. And the art style definitely reflects that having some flashy colors and models that really contrast the world that the game provides.

    Performance wise Splatoon is excellent. The smooth 60 fps remain constant throughout 98% of the game, but to do that the game had to be downgraded to 720p, but the antialiasing cleans most of the rough edges.

    And then we have...of course...the SPECTACULAR soundtrack. What make this one stand out is that it's a combination of many different styles like Jpop, Rock and even Dubstep, which are very Japanese like if you could no doubt tell. Many of these songs are composed by this game's fictional group, the Squid Sisters, which are composed by Callie and Marie. Why do i tell you that?, well...they are freaking adorable!.

    GAMEPLAY: Splatoon is Nintendo's take on the third person shooter genre. The main innovation of the game is, of course, turning into a squid (with the ZL button). This mechanic provides a lot of depth to the game, as well as many possibilities of approaching situations, maybe you'll hide in a specific spot to SPLAT! someone to continue painting that area in peace or maybe you will spray paint on the walls to get to a hire area to place a sub weapon or simply paint from a higher place.

    We also have different weapons like a paint bucket, a paint-brush, a rapid-fire gun, a roller, a freakin mini-gun!, and a sniper-rifle. Each one having a specific use that i can't comment on because metacritic's 5000 letter count sucks!.

    So we have 6 different weapons with each one having different variations and slo packing a sub-weapon. This sub weapons are activated with the R trigger and they can range from a barrier, a paint bomb, a sticky paint bomb, grenades and my personal favorite, the paint-sprayer, since you can leave it in any place and while you are covering a certain area, the sprayer will be painting another in a 360° radio.

    Not only that, but each weapon also has a "SUPER WEAPON" that can be activated by pressing the stick, but to use it you need to fill a meter by covering area or by splatting other inklings. But when you manage to do so you can activate a Bazooka, a Torpedo, a bomb rush, a shield, a Kraken transformation, etc.

    Unfortunately the sub and SUPER! weapons are locked with the main one, so in order to get what you want it's completely random, but personally i never had any problem with it.

    Splatoon has to different ways to play. First is the single player, where you fight the evil ontarians, complete missions and fight extremely fun bosses that requiere stragetie and understanding of the mechanics of the game and with the Amiibo you can get even more missions and unlock mini games and gear or simply giving Carrie and Marie more songs and dance moves. But let's be honest, the online mode is the the main focus here, so let's see what modes we have:

    Turf War: You have to cover as much ground as you can possibly can in less than 3 minutes and the team who paints more of the stage wins. This will be the only mode that you will get access to for the first 10 levels, but i don't have any problems since it's very addictive.

    Splat Zones: Here you need to cover a specific area on the map and the team that remains the more in that area, while it's theirs, wins. This mode is extremely fun a chaotic when everyone is in the same place, struggling and fighting over the zone.

    Tower Control: This mode is the very definition of chaos. There's a tower in the middle of the stage and the team who drags the tower to the opposite team's place or the one who makes it the furthest wins

    Rainmaker: There's a statue of a Fish laying around the map and the team who carries it to the opposite team's base wins. One player does have to carry the Rainmaker and while it makes you slow, you can defend yourself with tornadoes of paint, but for the most part you depend on your teammates to protect you.

    Splatfest:. You pick a team of a specific theme like Dogs vs Cats or something. And then you play the other modes and the team that wins the more matches wins the competition. It's extremely fun since it depends on you to make your team win and when Callie and Marie announce the winner you are in the edge of your seat.

    There's some other stuff i forgot to mention like the way that perks are locked to your gear, but i don't find it necessary.

    Overall Splatoon is a fantastic and unique game and a definite must own for any Wii U owner and i still maintain that 9/10 i gave it last time.    … Expand
  83. Forever_Alexone
    Nov 25, 2015
    9
    Another great new IP by Nintendo! Overall this game is fun! I remember getting so hyped for this game MONTHS before its release. I still play it every week and NOT planning on stopping anytime soon.
  84. champybh
    Dec 7, 2015
    9
    The attention this game is getting now during "Award season" is well deserved. Splatoon masterfully mixes accessibility with competitive play. What separates Splatoon from so many other shooters is that new players (both of the game and the genre as a whole) can immediately jump into a match and feel as if they are contributing to their team in a meaningful way. Whether you want to hangThe attention this game is getting now during "Award season" is well deserved. Splatoon masterfully mixes accessibility with competitive play. What separates Splatoon from so many other shooters is that new players (both of the game and the genre as a whole) can immediately jump into a match and feel as if they are contributing to their team in a meaningful way. Whether you want to hang back and cover territory, stake out a high point in the map for sniping or charge in guns blazing the player will have equal amounts of fun.

    Some other positives include
    - a rewarding one player campaign that helps hone your skills for competitive play. Level design similar to Mario Galaxy encourages exploration and creative use of weapons.
    - new (free!) content added nearly every other week keeps game fresh more than 6 months after release
    - short match length makes for addicting play sessions - "Just one more!"

    A con would be Splatoon's insistence on requiring the player to read all text prompts. Sometimes you just want to jump into a shop or right into game play and not have to mash A to get past a wall of text. It's picky but is in fact a nuisance. Additionally, the system for stage selection could be better.    … Expand
  85. badneko
    Dec 18, 2015
    9
    Aire nuevo para el genero Shooter. Una apuesta arriesgada desde la casa de Nintendo, que no defrauda.Su unico punto negatico, que desde ya hay que ir olvidando (fecha de este review diciembre/2015), que en su momento no contaba con todo el contenido. Ahora mismo el juego cuenta con una gran cantidad de mapas/armas/trajes. Es un juego que hay que probar.
  86. moisesdgomex
    Dec 23, 2015
    9
    simple y sencillamentesimple y sencillamente divertidisimo!!!............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................YEAH!!… Expand
  87. EpicLadySponge
    Feb 5, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is finally something cartoonish and brilliant Nintendo has ever done. Everyone's getting it for the ultimate battle of Splatoon and splat your way into the cartoon world of Splatoon.
  88. ZankEraux
    Apr 14, 2016
    9
    Un juego fresco, divertidísimo y con un modo campaña muy entretenido. Los gráficos y la fluidez son excelentes. Gran inovación en el género que se merece todas las ventas que tiene.
    Este juego me encanta y es ideal para jugar en verano y pasar unas cuantas horas entretenido disfrutando cada momento de esta divertida propuesta.
  89. Blaxpupas
    Mar 18, 2016
    9
    I'd give it an 8 because of some things... but this the year masterpiece of nintendo so, any fan of plumber's company, just go and get it damn its assom!
  90. LinkTriforce
    Apr 20, 2016
    9
    el juego es estupendo, una exelente obra shotter en tercera persona, hay algunos problemas como que el multiplayer local es un poco aburrido por lo cual sin internet te puedes aburrir, adema le hace falta mas personalización en cuanto a el personaje y armas, quisas si tuvieran mas opciones de personalización tu personaje fuera mas especial
  91. lucasandpikachu
    Mar 31, 2016
    9
    This game is an awesome alternative to the more violent games like Call of Duty and Battlefield. It is fun to play, especially that feeling when you ink the turf. The multiplayer mode may be lacking, as it only has 4 versus 4 multiplayer., but it is still fun enough. The biggest problem I have with this game is that it requires the Wii U Gamepad, which means if somebody is watching TV, youThis game is an awesome alternative to the more violent games like Call of Duty and Battlefield. It is fun to play, especially that feeling when you ink the turf. The multiplayer mode may be lacking, as it only has 4 versus 4 multiplayer., but it is still fun enough. The biggest problem I have with this game is that it requires the Wii U Gamepad, which means if somebody is watching TV, you can't play Splatoon. You should get this game.… Expand
  92. NGG_Emiliousti
    Apr 4, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is probably the most unique shooter of 2015, high action, fast paced gameplay only makes this game better. I almost always have a fun time while playing (some moments of rage...) The game is very unique both in style, gameplay and design. As you play around with your squid kid, you earn cash and experience that you buy gear with, that is basically regular clothes, but with extraSplatoon is probably the most unique shooter of 2015, high action, fast paced gameplay only makes this game better. I almost always have a fun time while playing (some moments of rage...) The game is very unique both in style, gameplay and design. As you play around with your squid kid, you earn cash and experience that you buy gear with, that is basically regular clothes, but with extra bonuses.

    The game does not focus on getting kills a whole lot, but instead on inking turf with your weapons.

    I will write a list of things I like/dislike instead of rambling on and on like I was writing a book.

    + The music is great
    + Graphics and visuals are great
    + Gameplay is fun and addicting
    + Very unique and different weapons.
    + Very easy to play, but a bit harder to properly master, making it very fun.
    + Squid transformation gives so many approach options and is fun for sneaking around.
    + So many weapon types like:
    Shooters (basically small machineguns)
    Chargers (Basically chargeable snipers)
    Sloshers (Buckets you use to throw ink, wait what?)
    splatlings (Gatling guns)
    Brushes & Rollers (Melee esque weapons that should be self explainatory)
    + Many unique maps
    + Events called splatfests that happen once in a while
    + Fun singleplayer that teaches you a bit about the multiplayer
    + Really good boss designs

    Now come the negatives I found
    ¨- Map rotation is dumb (basically 2 maps per 2 hours)
    - Not having the ability to leave a lobby if you accidently click continue
    - Having to leave a lobby to switch weapons (not a problem in squad/private matches)
    - Needing the amiibo to get extra arcade minigames for waiting for a lobby.
    - Being punished if you lose connection during ranked (you lose rank points)
    - Having to listen to the squid sisters every time you start the game.

    there are more things, but I won`t write it in this review.
    Despite the negatives, this game gets a 9.6 from me, I really like it, it gets addicting if you keep winning, and trying to rank up in ranked mode can be really frustrating.    … Expand
  93. Nintendo543
    Apr 7, 2016
    9
    Wow, what can I say about Nintendo's new IP? It is a breath of fresh air. It's well polished, there are so many weapons, a ranked mode, and even modes that you can enter with friends! I haven't had this much fun in a long time. It is an amazing game. The single-player story is a bit lackluster, though. Matches sometimes take a few minutes to find players, but I think that may be myWow, what can I say about Nintendo's new IP? It is a breath of fresh air. It's well polished, there are so many weapons, a ranked mode, and even modes that you can enter with friends! I haven't had this much fun in a long time. It is an amazing game. The single-player story is a bit lackluster, though. Matches sometimes take a few minutes to find players, but I think that may be my internet. There is also a game you can play while you wait for players! If you do not have this game, you should get it. In my opinion, this game is at least in the top 5 Wii U games.… Expand
  94. VideoGamer04
    Apr 12, 2016
    9
    Es un juego muy divertido, con un modo historia bastante entretenido y un modo online de horas y horas de rejugabilidad. Lo recomiendo a lo usuarios de wii u con ganas de un shooter diferente, logrado e innovador.
  95. Dualy
    May 28, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is much more than what meets the eye. It's an addictive, fun, and well executed 3rd person shooter. The story mode is very fun, sometimes challenging, and has great bosses. The online mode is even better, it's a 4v4 battle with your goal being to spray ink everywhere, it's where you'll be spending most of your time and that time certainly won't be wasted. The motion controls areSplatoon is much more than what meets the eye. It's an addictive, fun, and well executed 3rd person shooter. The story mode is very fun, sometimes challenging, and has great bosses. The online mode is even better, it's a 4v4 battle with your goal being to spray ink everywhere, it's where you'll be spending most of your time and that time certainly won't be wasted. The motion controls are great as well and really add to the game. Overall this is one of the best games for the Wii U, I'm not sure if I would call it a system seller, but if you have a Wii U then this is a must buy.
    Final Score-9/10    … Expand
  96. VBTruthSeeker
    Apr 23, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is a fantastic game! It has an innovative premise, with the squid/kid mechanics allowing for creative shooter gameplay. The single player had creative level design and great boss fights. The online multiplayer is balanced, and it has great weapons. My only issue is the rotation of maps, which happened every 4 hours. Sometimes, I was caught with stages I disliked. Also, the localSplatoon is a fantastic game! It has an innovative premise, with the squid/kid mechanics allowing for creative shooter gameplay. The single player had creative level design and great boss fights. The online multiplayer is balanced, and it has great weapons. My only issue is the rotation of maps, which happened every 4 hours. Sometimes, I was caught with stages I disliked. Also, the local multiplayer was really boring, with nothing special about it. Other than that, the great mechanics makes this a game worth buying with its great graphics sound, and design. 9/10 for me!… Expand
  97. kevincastro
    May 19, 2016
    9
    GRAN JUEGO, es uno de los mejores online multiplayer que he jugado en mi vida, red online perfecta, sistema de juego agradable, te picas de inmediato, las partidas nunca son iguales, te llevas un gran sabor de boca cuando sabes que tu equipo ha ganado. Grande nintendo, solamente que se me ha hecho un poco pobre en algunas clases de ropa ya que siempre habrá otro igual que tu, no puedes serGRAN JUEGO, es uno de los mejores online multiplayer que he jugado en mi vida, red online perfecta, sistema de juego agradable, te picas de inmediato, las partidas nunca son iguales, te llevas un gran sabor de boca cuando sabes que tu equipo ha ganado. Grande nintendo, solamente que se me ha hecho un poco pobre en algunas clases de ropa ya que siempre habrá otro igual que tu, no puedes ser el unico con es en atuendo, ademas de que algunas armas son una completa mierda. BIEN NINTENDO.… Expand
  98. GameCritque
    Jun 7, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is a great game you should not pass up. For Nintendo's first big attempt at a shooter it was a phenomenal start. The single player is charming, doesn't over stay it's welcome, and is a great tutorial. Amiibo support is great by not really giving you an unfair advantage at all. And the multiplayer is always fresh and varied. Yes there are not many modes but it is always different.Splatoon is a great game you should not pass up. For Nintendo's first big attempt at a shooter it was a phenomenal start. The single player is charming, doesn't over stay it's welcome, and is a great tutorial. Amiibo support is great by not really giving you an unfair advantage at all. And the multiplayer is always fresh and varied. Yes there are not many modes but it is always different. Nintendo has kept the this game going with a stream of new FREE DLC for months on end. My only gripe with the game is the ranking system can be a little broken sometimes pairing you with really good players when you are a low rank. Nintendo has shown us that not every shoots need to be dark and edgy to work. This is a great game and I definitely recommend it.… Expand
  99. Maplemiles
    Jun 10, 2016
    9
    Splatoon is a really fun and addicting third person shooter. A great new IP from Nintendo, Splatoon won a lot of best shooter and multiplayer awards as of late 2015 to early 2016. Great colourful game play with pixer movie style graphics, plus a amazing sound track. The story does not have much replay value, the local multiplayer is forgettable.

    Some people say no voice chat is a bad    Splatoon is a really fun and addicting third person shooter. A great new IP from Nintendo, Splatoon won a lot of best shooter and multiplayer awards as of late 2015 to early 2016. Great colourful game play with pixer movie style graphics, plus a amazing sound track. The story does not have much replay value, the local multiplayer is forgettable.

    Some people say no voice chat is a bad thing. I think it's a good thing. You do not want to play a game with out people making offensive comments like in cod. It's a really fun game it targets kids but a lot of adults play this game and it's something fresh and new and you can never beat Nintendos games at all. Hopefully they can make new IP's soon and always stay fresh    … Expand
  100. Geekcat
    Aug 1, 2016
    9
    This is a very fun game. In fact, this game is one of the best games on the Wii U. When it first came out it was one of the few games that had me hooked on it for over 6 months, it was literally that fun. This was meant to be Nintendo's first multiplayer third person shooter and it was both very innovative and enjoyable.
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Awards & Rankings

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#10 Best Wii U Game of 2015
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#1 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2015
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#6 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2015

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Metascore
81

Generally favorable reviews - based on 88 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 75 out of 88
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 88
  3. Negative: 0 out of 88
  1. Time
    Nov 10, 2015
    100
    There’s nothing else quite like it, nor the cathartic dopamine jolt to be had when you squid-skim up a paint-smeared quarter pipe, an Inkzooka at the ready, leap over the edge, take aim with your weapon, and reduce a startled opponent to goo.
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  2. SpazioGames
    Oct 23, 2015
    85
    We waited a bit before giving a vote to Splatoon, but after three months, the game is full of new weapons, has some awesome new modes, and it's still really, really fun. It's a WiiU killer app, one of those games that are not only extremely original, but so well made they utterly deserve a big and supporting community. If you have a WiiU and want an atypical shooter, this is the game for you.
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  3. CD-Action
    Sep 18, 2015
    75
    Please don’t just look at the score and “meh” Splatoon, because this online shooter is the best thing that happened to Wii U in a long time. It just needs some major updates, because on arrival it’s just 75% of The Game of the Year. [09/2015, p.46]
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