Photos from the new Splatoon 2 art book
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in Images, Switch | 1 Comment
The new art book for Splatoon 2 recently released. Unfortunately, as of now, it’s only available in Japan. However, a significant images have been spreading around on social media.
We’ve rounded up some of the highlights below. Just be warned that some of the images might be considered spoiler territory, so if you haven’t completed Hero Mode, you might want to come back later.
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Splatoon 2 – Emperor Gear trailer
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Japanese magazine CoroCoro recently announced a collaboration with Nintendo and Splatoon 2 for some new Emperor Gear. We now have a trailer for that, attached below.
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Splatoon 2 – North American Splatfest #5 announced for next weekend
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 11 Comments
Europe and Japan are both having new Splatfests this weekend. In North America, the fifth event will take place next weekend.
The event asks players which bad holiday gift they’d rather receive. Would you prefer sweaters or socks? You’ll be able to make your voice heard starting on December 15 at 9 PM PT / December 16 at 12 AM ET when the Splatfest starts.
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Splatoon 2 version 2.1.0 out next week, full patch notes – changes to stages and more
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 8 Comments
Splatoon 2 is getting an update later this month that introduces a new Ranked Battle mode called Clam Blitz. But aside from that, version 2.1.0 drops next week, and it is fairly substantial.
Nintendo is implementing changes to multiplayer, Salmon Run, Spectator Mode, and more. Among what will be affected are various stages. Some are being changed more than others.
Below are the full patch notes:
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Switch, Splatoon 2 maintenance taking place next week
Posted on 6 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch | 0 comments
Nintendo has updated its maintenance schedule once again. Next week, general online services for Switch and Splatoon 2 will be impacted on December 12 / December 13.
The full schedule is as follows:
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Splatoon 2: N-ZAP ’89 to be added to the game soon
Posted on 6 years ago by Matt(@OnePunchMaz) in News, Switch | 2 Comments
A classic weapon from the first game will soon return to Splatoon 2: the N-ZAP ’89 is identical to the N-ZAP ’85 in terms of stats, but comes with the Autobomb sub-weapon and the Tenta Missiles special instead. It’ll be available tomorrow around noon in Japan and Australia, early in the morning in Europe and later tonight in North America.
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Splatune 2 soundtrack sells 18,000 copies in its first week in Japan
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Debut sales have been revealed for the new Splatune 2 soundtrack in Japan.
In its first week, the album sold 18,007 copies. Additionally, it placed fourth on the charts.
How does that compare to the first Splatune for the original game on Wii U? A couple of years ago, the soundtrack sold 43,000 copies in its first week. It also placed slightly higher on the charts as it was the second best-selling album.
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Splatoon 2 – Japanese Splatfest #5 art
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A new Splatfest in Splatoon 2 will be held this weekend. As is tradition, Nintendo has prepared some special art for the event. We have it above.
The next Japanese Splatfest pits warm inner wear up against warm outerwear (Heattech vs. Ultra Light Down) as a collaboration with UNIQLO. We’ll post the results as soon as it wraps up this weekend.
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Splatoon 2 – Glooga Dualies footage
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The new Glooga Dualies have been added to Splatoon 2 as the latest weapon update. Check out some footage in the video below.
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Splatoon 2 – European Splatfest #5 announced
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As is the case in Japan, the fifth European Splatfest in Splatoon 2 will be taking place next weekend. Nintendo just shared the details today.
The Splatfest asks players if they prefer spending their free time with a movie or a book. Which side are you on?
Europe’s next Splatfest kicks off on December 9 at 4 PM in Europe / 3 PM in the UK. Expect it to last for a full day per usual.
