Squid Research Lab/Archive/2016

This is an archive of all the posts from the Live from Squid Research Lab Tumblr. It is a direct copy of the source material, and as such, any errors are retained. Tumblr tags are designated with a box around it:.

July
We’ve just received this dispatch straight from Paris! Callie and Marie are preparing for their concert at Japan Expo by taking in the beautiful sights of the city.

2016-07-07

@animalcrossing

2016-07-07



Please welcome the newest Splatoon amiibo to the squad!

2016-07-08



Overnight, a new software update was released for Splatoon – Version 2.10.0. This update fixed an issue during multiplayer matches in which players were appearing to float in space outside the stage terrain. Awkward!

For more information on the software update, check out details here. You can also catch up on Version 2.9.0 updates, which include new amiibo support!

2016-07-08

https://youtu.be/VP3CPiSOBRs

Today marks the day that Callie & Marie amiibo figures are available! Tapping them in turns Inkopolis Plaza into a live concert performance, and you can select from different songs. Each Squid Sister has a unique solo song, Bomb Rush Blush and Tide Goes Out, respectively.

2016-07-08

https://youtu.be/uZOjceOQ_Lw

Did you know that there’s a Callie and Marie Event Course in Super Mario Maker?

2016-07-09



Have you decided if you’re Team Callie or Team Marie yet? Here at the Squid Research Lab, we’ve declared ourselves Team Pool Party.

2016-07-10



Check out these Splatfest-themed drawings! It’s the final week of the “Best of the ‘fests” event. Share your drawing capturing your epic Splatfest memories with the Art Academy Event Miiverse community by 7/13. MariChan’s event post is here!

2016-07-11

https://youtu.be/Kg9Jodvja9c

Check out Callie and Marie’s backing band get ready for their show at Japan Expo in Paris!

2016-07-12

https://youtu.be/yhAHLXHPgUY

We’ve just received footage of Callie and Marie’s concert at Japan Expo! Look at the Squid Sisters ROCK! How are you supposed to choose a side for Splatfest when they’re both so amazing? (ಥ﹏ಥ)

2016-07-13

@gomigomipomi

2016-07-13



We just received transmission that a Splatoon event is being planned for Chicago the weekend of July 30-31, organized by some friends of the Squid Research Lab. Hosted at the Ignite Gaming Lounge in Chicago, they’re bringing 2 days of various games, events, and fun, and it will be streamed by EndGameTV. If any local Chicago squids are interested, you can check out deets here.

2016-07-14







Pledge your allegiance to Team Callie or Team Marie with this nifty printable alternative box art!

UPDATE: Eagle-eyed supporters of Team Marie spotted a huge mistake on the alternate box art we posted earlier. The spine of the boxart was accidentally a purple squid, which should in fact be a green squid, as well as an errant purple drop shadow. This has been corrected below. We suspect our intern Milton thought he was being sneaky with his Callie bias. If you are supporting Team Marie, please feel free to download the *correct* art. And for best results, print on legal-sized paper.

2016-07-15





SPOTTED: The Squid Sisters have returned home from their trip to perform at Japan Expo. Judging from the luggage tags, I’d say they’ve been having fun with Splatfest.

2016-07-19

@nintendo

2016-07-20

https://youtu.be/fVq0s1ABjNE

Reblog for TEAM CALLIE!

2016-07-21

https://youtu.be/fmoLeGjlHbw

Reblog for TEAM MARIE!

2016-07-21

Less than 24 hours for Splatfest, and things are heating up for Team Callie & Team Marie! As the clock struck 2 AM PT last night, you may have noticed the Splatfest battle music changed. Yep, that heavenly melody is the one and only Calamari Inkantation!

2016-07-23



Results of the 16th and Final Splatfest has concluded and drumroll… victory for team Marie. The result of the Splatfest Top 100 Players will be shared soon!

The final Splatfest may be officially over, but Callie and Marie have beaming smiles on their faces. Remember, exciting battles in Regular Battle, Ranked Battle, Squad Battle and Private Battle modes still continue!

As for us at the Squid Research Lab, we’ll continue our investigation and research, updating you with our findings about all the latest news around Inkopolis. Stay tuned and stay fresh!

2016-07-24



Last but not least, it sounds like Judd’s getting a little more generous, and the bonus points given to the victory in Regular Battle will increase from now on. Thanks Judd! Also, a rumor says that he may even give you a small reward if you keep battling… Check it out to see what might happen!

2016-07-24







Presenting the Top 100 for the Callie vs. Marie Splatfest! Thanks again to all who participated.

2016-07-25

@lursland

2016-07-25

https://youtu.be/M1FpZKiH7ao

♫As we go on we remember, all the times we had together♫

2016-07-28

August


Thanks to everyone who participated in the Best of the ‘Fests Drawing Eventon Miiverse! We had a such a good time looking at all your drawings!

2016-08-02

@horsefeathersart

Hey Squidfriends! We’ve decided to open the Squid Research Lab up to submissions! If you have any squid-related discoveries you’d like to share with the community, send ‘em our way!

2016-08-10

@seatha

2016-08-11

@Swannie

2016-08-12

@jessayleee

2016-08-13

@torkart

2016-08-14



IT’S TIME FOR THE SPLATOON SUMMER SPLATDOWN *airhorn noises*

While a lot of you probably already own Splatoon, this is a great opportunity to play with any of your friends that don’t have the game yet - so spread the word! Download the Testfire demo from the Nintendo eShop and then get ready to play 8/25-8/28 from 3 - 5 PM PT!

2016-08-15

@joaka-chan

2016-08-15

https://youtu.be/lEhYJEQmExE

YOU GUYS, CHECK OUT THIS SQUID!

2016-08-16

@littleredjay

2016-08-17

@mandiminimojo

2016-08-18

@squishydesserts

2016-08-19

@3drod

2016-08-20

October
@nintendo

2016-10-20



Grab three friends and get ready for the Splatoon Showdown Series!

2016-10-25

November


The Splatoon Showdown Series kicks off this weekend, with more than 80 teams already registered! Visit https://battlefy.com/splatoon/ for details!

2016-11-03



The Splatoon Showdown Series finals (Turf War) will be livestreamed tomorrow @ 10 AM PT: https://www.twitch.tv/leaguesundertheink. The winning team will receive prizes including a poster signed by the Splatoon dev team!

Following Turf War finals, Splatoon Tower Control qualifiers begin at 1 PM PT. For details about how to join, visit battlefy.com/splatoon.

Happy Inking!

2016-11-11



The Splatoon Showdown Series finals (Tower Control) kickoff Saturday @ 10 AM PT followed by Splat Zones qualifiers. Details: http://battlefy.com/splatoon/

2016-11-16

December


PSA: The Splatoon Showdown Series finals (Rainmaker) will be streamed tomorrow @ 10 AM PT. You can tune into the Livestream here to watch the final 8 teams fight for the top spot: https://www.twitch.tv/leaguesundertheink/.

The Winning team will receive a prize pack including an poster autographed by top squid lab researchers (and members of the Splatoon development team), Nogami-san and Inoue-san.

Thank you to all the teams that participated in the Splatoon Showdown series, including the qualifying rounds and finals!

2016-12-02



2016-12-22