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Splatoon 2
Released On: Jul 21, 2017
83
8.4
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 100 Critic Reviews
83
94% Positive
94 Reviews
94 Reviews
6% Mixed
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0% Negative
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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 100 Critic Reviews
83
94% Positive
94 Reviews
94 Reviews
6% Mixed
6 Reviews
6 Reviews
0% Negative
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
Jul 27, 2017
The improved single-player experience, the enhanced and multitude of online modes for all skill levels and Salmon Run which is just a ton of fun make Splatoon 2 the complete Switch game. The game’s style and charm are terrific and it runs at an amazing 1080p 60fps rock solid the entire time. With a year or more of updates promised and regular Splatfests planned, Splatoon 2 will among your most played games for a while to come.
Jul 18, 2017
The intuitive mechanics are still as addictive as the first time around, but a larger number of maps and the addition of Salmon Run cements Splatoon 2 as an excellent standalone value.
User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 1,590 User Ratings
8.4
83% Positive
1325 Ratings
1325 Ratings
11% Mixed
167 Ratings
167 Ratings
6% Negative
98 Ratings
98 Ratings
User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 1,590 User Ratings
8.4
83% Positive
1325 Ratings
1325 Ratings
11% Mixed
167 Ratings
167 Ratings
6% Negative
98 Ratings
98 Ratings
Jun 10, 2025
my name is zane taylor and i really enjoy this game!!!!!!! thank you for this making this game!!!!!!!!! >///<
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Nintendo Switch Oct 5, 2024
Mi secundaria empezó bien cuando supe que podría jugar otra entrega de splatoon en las ****, este juego fue la mamada, tanto quele metí como 2000 horas de juego
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Nintendo Switch Sep 25, 2017
It’s still the same brilliant game but this time available on a console that you can take anywhere with you. I expected more, but it turned out that it’s enough for me. [09/2017, p.54]
Jul 18, 2017
Although sometimes it feels like Splatoon 1.5, this sequel has some interesting additions, as well as the incredibly fun and deep gameplay from the original. Also, we've loved the new Salmon Run mode, and we can't wait to see what Nintendo has planned for this title.
Jul 25, 2017
It’s all splendid, five-star quality gaming, except none of it works with the Switch’s most distinctive characteristic: You can’t play multiplayer on split screen with a single Switch. You need two copies of the game and two consoles minimum to get your multiplayer on, a missed opportunity and a disappointment given how well this game could play with two people.
Jul 18, 2017
At first glance, Splatoon 2 seems very similar to the first game. But all the small changes, and even the bigger ones in single player and League Battles, make for a fresh take on the already unique shooter. If you played a lot of the original, the sequel has enough to keep you coming back, and if you're new to the game, it's a fantastic place to jump in.
Jul 18, 2017
When it comes down to it, there are too many things Nintendo could have cut from Splatoon 2 to turn it into a faster, more furious, and more focused game.
Mar 16, 2024
Pretty damn good game, by far my favourite of the 3. The soundtrack, gameplay, and overall vibe of this game are top notch. I doubt this version will ever be beaten, but I guess prove me wrong, Nintendo. This is a very 'urban' game per se, which is different for Nintendo, but I'm all for it. Must have for the switch, even if it's not the newest version.
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Nintendo Switch May 17, 2023
Nice little game where you shoot squids with ink as a squid. Getting a kill feels satisfying and the campaign is also pretty nice. If you are looking to buy a splatoon game do not buy splatoon 3.
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Nintendo Switch Dec 20, 2020
Good game, perfect for getting 7. ...............................................................
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Nintendo Switch Report
Nintendo Switch May 1, 2020
TL;DR - Love it, but there needs to be more of it. There are too many ways to cut comparisons that make the game easily feel bare bones, most notably to the already bare bones original. This feeling only increased when Paid Online was introduced, a rip off now that new content has stopped and improvements to Online as a whole are nowhere to be heard of. I have a lot of detailed cons and few pros, but that's just because I'm really good at complaining and not describing good. I, in fact, adore this game a lot. Pros: Unique and Fun Twist - There simply isn't anything that plays like Splatoon 2 other than the original, I'd gladly experience inking action day in and day out not only because of an engaging reward system, but actually being fun at its core. Not many games can say that. Cons: Missing basic features - Since Nintendo has proven to be just like other companies as of late, I've decided to criticise them for this instead of being thankful that they're 'in the past'. Why no bots? Why no Single Player Salmon Run? Why no servers? Why can't the game tell me what I have and haven't bought already? Why are all the minigames gone, couldn't even port them? Gear - The fun grinds to a halt when it comes to the gear system. I never re-roll because I know that I won't get what I want, so I always scrub slots. For some reason, the chunks just come way too slow. I guess it's improved in the sense that it's guaranteed, but it's worse in that it will always take forever. On that note, miss Splatfest and you're out of luck, simple as that. Paid online - The quality just isn't satisfied if I have to continually pay for it. Keep in mind that I have a strong opinion that Paid Online is wrong full stop, but think about it, this version of Paid Online is at its worst, other platforms would at least butter you up so you don't feel bad that you're being forced into what should be a VERY unnecessary payment every year, on Nintendo you're paying for the sake of paying. Nintendo, if they insist on making it paid, should be buttering us up by bettering the online experience and putting more content into their online IPs, but after all this time there isn't so much as a rumour that they plan to do anything. Lacking content - Stages and weapons never ported from the original, far too few online modes, especially casual ones, am I really asking much? It's such an easy fix too! Do what you have already been doing by using the Bucket tool on a pre-existing weapon palettes, re-arrange the pre-existing sub and special assets and release, I'm not a programmer and I know for a fact that this isn't hard. Stages? Re-release stages that ended up being overhauled overtime as 'classics' and port the stages that haven't been from the original. New modes? Easy: Single-Player Salmon Run, Survival Salmon Run (infinite amount of waves only stops after a crew wipe. Starts at easiest, gets harder by equivalent of 5 rank points each wave, more or less depending on performance. Scored by waves survived multiplied by average difficulty boosts across rounds.) Team Splatmatch (Team Deathmatch), a way to play pre-existing Ranked Modes casually, pre-existing modes but with asymmetrical multiplayer elements (usual team of 4 VS Player-Controlled and fully armoured Agent 4, fit with fully upgraded mains of each weapon class, every sub and all specials, equipped before the match), if they insist on Paid Online then a more substantial Offline, ability to play pre-existing modes Offline in general, pre-existing modes but with limitations on what main, sub and special is allowed to be used. I could go on, I really could. Blasters - Nintendo thought it was smart to make a weapon class that can't miss, kills fast and has the advantage regardless of range. No, no it wasn't. Direct hit, instant kill. Miss twice, still a kill! Using a weaker Blaster that kills in 2 directs or 4 misses? Fires faster to compensate, I already mentioned you can't miss, it's exactly the same but with better coverage and maybe a more helpful set. Long range? Good, bully them without them even realising what's happening or being able to touch you. Short range? You DEFINITELY can't miss now and your range is way longer than you think due to the explosions. The only thing it can't do is get coverage, which doesn't matter as it will face every round essentially unopposed. Now yes, this class could be balanced out by removing automatic fire and requiring an additional button press for the ink bullet to explode to make them actually take skill to use and even make them more versatile, then maybe even buff their ink coverage to compensate for these changes, but after what they pulled with the Clash Blaster, I no longer trust the Devs to ever get this right. So, just remove the whole thing and equivalents, never speak of it again and never bring it back next game or in any game. Oh and a few other weapons are overpowered I guess, take this as a point about poor balancing?
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Nintendo Switch Summary Ink-splatting action is back and fresher than ever. Get hyped for the sequel to the game about splatting ink and claiming turf, as the squid-like Inklings return in a colorful and chaotic 4 vs. 4 action shooter. For the first time, take Turf War battles on-the-go via local multiplayer in portable play styles. You can also compete in fren...
Rated E +10 for Everyone +10
Platforms:
- Nintendo Switch
Initial Release Date: Jul 21, 2017
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