Splatoon 2 update out now (version 5.0.1), patch notes

It’s been a few months since the last Splatoon 2 update, but Nintendo readied a new patch tonight. Version 5.0.1 is out now for all players.

Below are the full patch notes:

• Changes to Multiplayer
  • Fixed an issue causing players to mistakenly move forward while in mid-air during the first swing of an Ultra Stamp when pressing and holding ZR to swing the stamp repeatedly.
  • Fixed an issue allowing players to jump further than intended when jumping at a specific time while using the Ultra Stamp.
    • These changes fix the issue of players being able to enter areas of certain stages they should have been restricted from.
  • Fixed an issue causing players with poor internet connections to not appear in the appropriate location on the screens of other players when using certain special weapons at a specific time.
  • Fixed an issue in Starfish Mainstage allowing players to gain access to the opponent’s base via a specific grate when jumping while pressing and holding ZR to ink continuously with the Inkbrush or Octobrush.
  • Fixed an issue in Sturgeon Shipyard allowing players to gain access to the opponent’s base via a specific grate when jumping while pressing and holding ZR to ink continuously with the Inkbrush or Octobrush.
  • Fixed an issue in Manta Maria allowing players to gain access to the opponent’s base via a specific grate when jumping while pressing and holding ZR to ink continuously with the Inkbrush or Octobrush.
  • Fixed an issue in Shellendorf Institute causing players to clip into the stage terrain when moving near a certain wall.
  • Fixed an issue in Shellendorf Institute occurring in Rainmaker mode allowing players to clip into a specific piece of stage terrain.
  • Fixed an issue in Camp Triggerfish that had previously allowed players to gain access to an Inkrail from an unintended direction by slightly adjusting the rail’s position.
• Other Changes
  • Play may now be limited for players if they experience frequent connection errors while waiting for remaining players to arrive after joining a Ranked Battle match lobby.