The Splatoon 2 Global Testfire will give Nintendo Switch owners six chances to play with other owners worldwide during the three-day event.

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The data is in and we can announce our confirmed findings. People who buy the Nintendo Switch system will not only get access to a remarkable new video game system, but they’ll also be able to participate in a special Splatoon 2 preview... Owners with internet access can download a demo version of the Splatoon 2 game that will allow them to battle against opponents around the world in the Splatoon 2 Global Testfire event. It’s a way for everyone to investigate the latest in cephalopod warfare months before the game launches!

In addition to the Testfire event, Nintendo squid expert and Splatoon 2 producer Hisashi Nogami also confirmed a new way for players to follow the action when the game launches later in the year – a mode that will give players a unique insight into squid behaviors and strategy called Private Battle Spectator View. This breakthrough in squid-observation technology will allow up to two non-players to participate in a Private Battle as camera operators to observe all the action from multiple angles*. Incredible! In addition to this, a new feature called LAN Play will be added to Splatoon 2, allowing up to 10 docked systems – eight players and two spectators – to connect via wired LAN. This feature allows players to create local Private Battle tournaments without the need for an internet connection. Local wireless play is perfect for your regular gaming get-togethers, but LAN Play is where it’s at when you want to organize a serious tournament event with your fellow players.

“Two years have passed in this universe since the original Splatoon, and since then, the weapons, maps and characters have evolved. Through the Splatoon 2 Global Testfire event this March, players will be able to get a taste of that. There will be more new features to experience in Splatoon 2, so please look forward to more reveals in the future,” noted Mr. Nogami.

The Splatoon 2 Global Testfire will give Nintendo Switch owners six chances to play with other owners worldwide during the three-day event. The timing of the event is as follows:

March 24

• 12-12:59 p.m. PT / 3-3:59 p.m. ET
• 8-8:59 p.m. PT / 11-11:59 p.m. ET

March 25

• 4-4:59 a.m. PT / 7-7:59 a.m. ET
• 12-12:59 p.m. PT / 3-3:59 p.m. ET
• 8-8:59 p.m. PT / 11-11:59 p.m. ET

March 26

• 4-4:59 a.m. PT / 7-7:59 a.m. ET

All indications are that the content for the Global Testfire will allow players to test four different main weapons, including the new Splat Dualies, as well as remixed versions of the iconic Splat Roller and Splat Charger. Extraordinary!

We look forward to sharing additional findings soon, such as when the demo will be available for download in Nintendo eShop.

We’re also happy to report that Splatoon 2 will be compatible with Splatoon series amiibo figures and, for the first time in the series, with an upcoming Nintendo Switch app for smart devices that enhances online play. This app will connect to the game and allow players to set play appointments with friends and teammates who have been added to their Nintendo Switch friend list or via their social media accounts. It also allows players to match up with those friends directly in the game or voice chat with them via their smart device. For example, during a Private Battle, players can voice chat with all of their connected friends when they divide into teams, but once teams are set, voice chat is switched to communication only between teammates on the same team.

In order to use this app, players need to link their Nintendo Account to their Nintendo Switch system and have a smart device capable of in-game voice chat. Online features will require a paid subscription. Data fees may apply. More details will be announced at a later date.

 

[kingraa777]

i hate the motion controls aswell there off for good lol im not getting any disconnection now im in handheld mode i was alot in docked mode

 

[DarkIrata]

Had few problems. Worked after few tries fine. Makes fun, but nothing new. Same as Splatoon

 

[kingraa777]

what problems and yes feels very much like the first

 

[Xzi]

Played the whole hour, pretty damn fun. Can't really say how it compares to Splatoon, as I never played that. Wish we had more than one mode and two maps available, but the testfire is definitely edging me toward a buy when the game releases anyway. Not enough games about just making a mess with paint.

I'll be sure to play again later tonight, might only miss one or two of the available hours in the next couple days.

 

[kingraa777]

im still playing anyone else ??

 

[Xzi]

im still playing anyone else ??

What, how? Told me there was server maintenance and kicked me off.

 

[kingraa777]

ok literally just got kicked off

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

Well 8 more hours, 5 more times, I'm not impressed.

 

[kingraa777]

its 8 hours untill the next slots ??

 

[Xzi]

No performance issues, and as far as I can tell, the game is 1080p (60 FPS I think). Only making a note of this because people gave the trailer a lot of flak for being 720p.

its 8 hours untill the next slots ??

Little less than 7 hours from now.

 

[kingraa777]

yep that game ran smooth as butter for me aswell no lag nothing time for some fast rmx

 

[orcid]

I didn't expect to see more during this testfire, but Nintendo has to show me why this is 2 and not "Splatoon switch" or a "splatoon deluxe" if I should buy the game (again). But there is still a long time until release.s

 

[grossaffe]

Oh yeah, forgot to test fire. Oh well, there's always later tonight

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

Well the connection was no issue, and i am positive the 5GHZ wifi is the reason for it. I hope when games like mario kart 8 deluxe and others (Especially fighting games) are released, it will also run with no issue of any problems.

Still after playing first time i am not impressed. But there 3 more weapons to try and 5 more times left. The timing is so awkward for me. 3PM 11PM 7AM 8 hour intervals.

 

[kingraa777]

im felling like i just have a portable wii u at the moment i literally just said that to my girlfriend

 

[Xzi]

Still after playing first time i am not impressed. But there 3 more weapons to try and 5 more times left. The timing is so awkward for me. 3PM 11PM 7AM 8 hour intervals.

You only played with one weapon the whole time? Or you mean there are three weapons not available in the beta on top of the four we got to play with?

 

[Sonic Angel Knight]

You only played with one weapon the whole time? Or you mean there are three weapons not available in the beta on top of the four we got to play with?

I played with one weapon, i will choose another one on the next activation. I didn't know i had to select exit after the match to change weapons.

 

[Kioku]

Roller OP

F'real though, I can see this being my next big game. Dunno why, it's simple.

 

[kingraa777]

i played all the weapons i love the roller

 

[Xzi]

Roller OP

F'real though, I can see this being my next big game. Dunno why, it's simple.

The roller helped me rack up some kills and wins as a newbie, but some of the more experienced players showed me that it's also easy to outplay, you just have to jump over it and nail the person from a distance.