Splatoon Official Thread - Wii U - Big August update live

[Black White Sox Hat]

Just doesn't seem like there is much depth to this game at all.

 

[TheGodling]

The truth is I'd rather have Xenoblade coming out of Friday than this. I don't care that it was "game of show" I've owned a Wii U since day 1 and watched the footage of this game and meh.

And I'd rather have Half Life 3 coming out on Friday, but that ain't happening either.

 

[PS5 Pro]

The truth is I'd rather have Xenoblade coming out of Friday than this. I don't care that it was "game of show" I've owned a Wii U since day 1 and watched the footage of this game and meh.

I think the bold is sig worthy

"I don't care if 1,000's of people loved it and voted it best of show. I had a Wii U since day 1 and watched a youtube video "

 

[Ronald]

Some reviews

TIME - 5/5

Splatoon Is the Best Game Nintendo’s Made in Years

The Escapist - 4.5/5

The game's single player is surprisingly in-depth for a title that has been marketed as a multiplayer game, combining elements of platforming and shooting in a style of game that reminds me of Ratchet & Clank or Jak & Daxter. While I don't want to spoil too much, splattering down octopus-like bad guys and leaping from platform to platform on ink trails doesn't really get old - and the level design manages to keep some of the mechanics fresh by continually using them in new ways. Despite the good design, there's no truly great design. I'd hoped for more puzzle segments and clever mechanics subversion, and there's opportunity for Portal-like complexity that goes unfulfilled. Hopefully some of Nintendo's DLC can fill that hole.

Destructoid - 8.5/10

In some ways, Splatoon's online component is disappointing, and the lack of so many features will likely push other shooter fans away. But most of those shortcomings can be forgiven in my mind because of how damn fun it is. As a shooter it's refreshing, and as a 3D platformer it's up there with some of Nintendo's greatest creations. You'll quickly forget about the fact that you're playing Turf War over and over as you squid down an alley, leap across a gap, and shoot enemies in the air as you fall. All Nintendo needs to do is keep supporting Splatoon, because the foundation is fantastic.

Polygon - 8.5/10

As of launch, though, Splatoon has enough going for it between the single-player and multiplayer to keep me happy. Nintendo has built two separate gameplay tracks that use the same mechanic yet feel discrete. They’re both a ton of fun, and they both have some obvious areas ripe for improvement. I can’t say whether Splatoon will become the next big franchise for Nintendo, with sequels every generation and spin-offs and endless fanboy buzz. But after this strong debut, it certainly deserves some attention.

Gametrailers - 8.4/10

The Jimquisition - 8/10

Splatoon may not offer much “content” out of the box, but it does offer enough reason to keep coming back to it, hungry for more. Despite a simple idea and a handful of maps, this eccentric shooter does – as the game’s irritating in-universe TV hosts declare – “stay fresh.” It balances strategy with anarchy in a riveting way, and nails the balance between instant gratification and heartbreak as players obsessively cover their world with color and have to watch as their hard work is consistently overwritten in a way that only makes one more desperate to hit back. Some of the technical aspects of online multiplayer could use an overhaul, particularly the lobbies, but otherwise it’s a smooth ride and a ton of energetic merriment.
I’ve played it. I’m still buying it. Can’t think of a stronger recommendation than that.
You’re a squid, you’re a kid, you’re a squid, you’re a kid.

IGN

 

[Kingshango]

Some reviews

TIME - 5/5

The Escapist - 4.5/5

Destructoid - 8.5/10

Polygon - 8.5/10

Gametrailers - 8.4/10

The Jimquisition - 8/10

IGN

Seems that the general consensus is that the game is fun as hell but it's lacking day 1 content.

It's half a cop but when all the bi weekly updates are in and a big update on August, it will be a full cop

. I'll just wait till August then, plus it's not like it's gonna go down in price. fukkin Nintendo tax.



Not bad for a new IP from Nintendo, hopefully when (or a big IF) they decide to make a Spla2oon they will take account to the fact that we like options, especially in our multiplayer focused games.

 

[winb83]

Screw it I'll buy this. Probably trade in a couple old games and get it. Really I shouldn't but whatever.

 

[TheGodling]

Yeah, from what I understand general consensus is that it's a good, fun game that's just lacking in content for now. Surprisingly lots of reviews say the singleplayer is as good as the multiplayer despite being 'tucked away' like it is in favor of the multiplayer.

 

[Uncle_Ruckus]

Think I might pick this up tomorrow. Those reviews actually got me hyped. I didn't care much for the trailers, but it seems like this is a must have for all Wii-U owners.

 

[Fatboi1]

81 metacritic.... meh.

 

[Uncle_Ruckus]

Anyone copping today? I'ma be playing this shyt tonight.

 

[Uncle_Ruckus]

Reviews for this have been amazing. People sleeing on this new game. I'ma be back with my review tomorrow. Just picked this hot shyt up.

 

[Ronald]

Anyone copping today? I'ma be playing this shyt tonight.

bout to pick it up

game of the summer

 

[Uncle_Ruckus]

bout to pick it up

game of the summer

Thats what they're calling it breh. I can't believe nikkaz was getting hyped for Sunset Overdrive, but not this. And now that the reviews are all saying the same thing, I hope people catch on. Wii-U has the best games out.

 

[TheGregReaper]

I might try this

I'm too lazy to go the store right now tho

 

[Uncle_Ruckus]

These review...

All scores below are based on ten being the highest unless otherwise noted.

• Destructoid – 8.5
• Inside Games (Switzerland) – 80/100
• ShopTo – No score (pros/cons listed)
• Nintendo Insider – 9
• Trusted Reviews – 8
• The Escapist – 4.5/5
• Pocket Lint – 5/5
• Puissance Nintendo (France) – 14/20
• Nintendo Everything – Thumbs Up
• Polygon – 8.5
• The Sixth Axis – 8
• CG Magazine Online – 9
• Nintendo Enthusiast – 7.5
• VideoGamer – In Progress
• Nintendo Life – Review in Progress
• GameBlog (France) – 4.5/5
• Games Village (Italy) – 9
• IGN – Review in Progress
• Gaming Trend – 90/100
• Attack of the Fanboy – 4.5/5
• 3djuegos – 8.5
• XGN (Netherlands) – 8.5
• Venture Beat – 83/100
• Game Trailers – 8.4
• Kill Screen – 82/100
• Game Revolution 4/5
• US Gamer – 4/5
• The Jimquisition – 8
• Lazy Gamer – 7.9
• Canadian Online Gamers – 78/100
• Metro UK – 7
• Games Radar – 3.5/5
• Eurogamer Italy – 9
• Multiplayer.it (Italy)- 8
• EGM Now – 8
• FNintendo (Portuguese)- 7

http://www.vg247.com/2015/05/27/splatoon-reviews-round-up-wii-u/