It barely classifies as a sequel, but even if you've played the original this is still one of the best online shooters ever made.

The whole concept is perfectly realised in terms of gameplay, presentation, and controls; Great map and weapon design; Salmon Run is fleeting but entertaining

Almost no substantial new features compared to the original; Still too few maps at launch and the single-player remains unengaging

S platoon 2 gets so much right that it's easy to ignore the occasional baffling ways in which Nintendo has failed to score into an open goal. Not least missing the chance to call the game "Spla2n".

Based on the original Wii U title of the same name Splatoon 2 builds on the fundamentals set by the original but brings the paint splashing title to the Nintendo Switch. With co-op game modes, online versus and even a single player campaign. Said campaign serves as a fantastic introduction to t...

Expands heavily on the original – Fast paced and unique shooter

Minimal single player content

'Splatoon 2' is a must-own multiplayer bonanza for Nintendo's Switch.

Hilarious across all three main modes; Creative and colorful design; Salmon Run changes up the formula; Turf War is as intense and addictive as ever

Multiplayer matchmaking is still archaic; No new competitive modes

Despite imperfections, Splatoon 2 improves on the original, and is a colourful, joyous addition to the Switch.

Paint battles are still great fun; New weapons and abilities work well; Co-op is great (as long as you find a team

Some connection and matchmaking issues

I loved the original Splatoon . Its lack of content hurt it at launch for me personally, but long term support turned it into one of my personal favorite games on the Wii U. I put it right next to the likes of Pikmin 3 and Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze .

Like the first Splatoon , Nintendo's sequel to their smash hit isn't your average multiplayer online shooter. You play as an inkling, a humanoid/squid hybrid that uses different items, like guns and rollers, to spread colored ink on the ground and other surroundings.

Much like the original, multiplayer is where this game really takes centre stage[...] an incredibly simple concept becomes a madcap, fast paced, heart pounding paint fest as you strive until the very last minute to cover as much ground as you possibly can.

Immensely fun; Great single player and mini game; Easy to join in; hard to master; Updates due consistently; Local multiplayer

Issues not resolved from original; Possible options hidden behind Amiibo; More like version 1.5 than 2

An improvement in nearly every way on one of Nintendo's finest games in years, Splatoon 2 is only let down by a lack of big new ideas.

When the original Splatoon was released it was fairly bare. There was no ranked mode, only one game type and five maps. It took months of free updates - the work of a dedicated team of developers - to make it the confident and accomplished game we now know it as.