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While we here at the Squid Research Lab | While we here at the Squid Research Lab wouldn’t necessarily describe the sights, sounds (and smells) of the Deepsea Metro as “romantic”, Agent 3, Agent 8, and Cap’n Cuttlefish would nevertheless like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day! | ||
<code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#Nintendo Switch</code> <code>#Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion</code> <code>#Octo Expansion</code> <code>#Agent 8</code> <code>#Agent 3</code> <code># | <code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#Nintendo Switch</code> <code>#Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion</code> <code>#Octo Expansion</code> <code>#Agent 8</code> <code>#Agent 3</code> <code>#Valentine’s Day</code> | ||
[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/190823338424 {{date|2020-02-14}}] | [https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/190823338424 {{date|2020-02-14}}] | ||
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The Squid Research Lab has been made aware that it is “Caturday”. To celebrate this curious ancient holiday, | The Squid Research Lab has been made aware that it is “Caturday”. To celebrate this curious ancient holiday, we’re sharing this furry photo of Judd and Li’l Judd. Which one is cuter? You be the judge. | ||
<code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo Switch</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#Judd</code> <code># | <code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo Switch</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#Judd</code> <code>#Li’l Judd</code> <code>#Caturday</code> | ||
[https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/190964668524 {{date|2020-02-22}}] | [https://splatoonus.tumblr.com/post/190964668524 {{date|2020-02-22}}] | ||
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We’ve received a special message from our International Squid Research Lab, who are wishing us a happy “White Day”. Apparently this gift-giving holiday involves the exchange of a diminutive train conductor? Curious! | |||
<code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#White Day</code> | <code>#Splatoon 2</code> <code>#Nintendo</code> <code>#White Day</code> | ||
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The Squid Research Lab has been informed that a bonus one-time Splatfest is on the way! This Splatfest will once again pit Mayonnaise against Ketchup, which was the theme of the first Splatoon 2 Splatfest. And before you mention the Cake vs. Ice Cream Splatfest, please remember that | The Squid Research Lab has been informed that a bonus one-time Splatfest is on the way! This Splatfest will once again pit Mayonnaise against Ketchup, which was the theme of the first Splatoon 2 Splatfest. And before you mention the Cake vs. Ice Cream Splatfest, please remember that we’re the scientists here. | ||
It appears fans of the tomato-y condiment will have a chance to snatch the crown away from fans of the egg-y edible! | It appears fans of the tomato-y condiment will have a chance to snatch the crown away from fans of the egg-y edible! | ||
This caper to crown the condiment king kicks off 5/22 at 3pm PT and ends 5/24 at 3pm PT. | This caper to crown the condiment king kicks off 5/22 at 3pm PT and ends 5/24 at 3pm PT. | ||
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Fresh off the Splatoon 2 NA Open June 2020 comes a new entry in the NintendoVS Summer Series of events starting on 7/18, the Splatoon 2 Turf War July 2020 tournament! Each member from the top team will get a fresh prize of 2,500 My Nintendo Gold Points. | Fresh off the Splatoon 2 NA Open June 2020 comes a new entry in the NintendoVS Summer Series of events starting on 7/18, the Splatoon 2 Turf War July 2020 tournament! Each member from the top team will get a fresh prize of 2,500 My Nintendo Gold Points. | ||
Whether | Whether you’re looking to take your first shot at playing Splatoon 2 competitively, or even if you’re just a fan of Turf War, it’s a great chance to get your team together and sign up! | ||
Register now: https://battlefy.com/splatoon2 | Register now: https://battlefy.com/splatoon2 | ||
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Happy splat-iversary Inklings and Octolings! | Happy splat-iversary Inklings and Octolings! It’s the 3-year anniversary of Splatoon 2, and the team has shared this fun new art! | ||
🦑 Thanks to everyone for playing and supporting the game! 🐙 | 🦑 Thanks to everyone for playing and supporting the game! 🐙 | ||
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Squid Research Lab here, and | Squid Research Lab here, and we’re bringing some surprising news! Like a phoenix rising from the proverbial ashes, we can confirm a bonus Splatfest is on the way! And much like the previous metaphor, it involves a bird and a where it comes from, specifically, chickens and eggs. Yes, it looks like Team Chicken and Team Egg will once again return to the Turf War arena to crack this classic conundrum! | ||
Get ready to pick your side when this 48-hour Splatfest begins 8/21 at 3pm PT! | Get ready to pick your side when this 48-hour Splatfest begins 8/21 at 3pm PT! | ||
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Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble, the Splatoon 2 Splatoween event approaches! As befitting the spooky season, this Splatfest pits Team Trick vs. Team Treat! | Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble, the Splatoon 2 Splatoween event approaches! As befitting the spooky season, this Splatfest pits Team Trick vs. Team Treat! | ||
During the last Splatoween, Team Treat took the cake, proving that there were a lot of sweet-toothed players out there. But what will it be this time? Even a crystal ball | During the last Splatoween, Team Treat took the cake, proving that there were a lot of sweet-toothed players out there. But what will it be this time? Even a crystal ball couldn’t tell! | ||
This eerie event begins 10/30, 3pm PT through 11/1, 2pm PT! | This eerie event begins 10/30, 3pm PT through 11/1, 2pm PT! | ||
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ATTN Splatoon squads! | ATTN Splatoon squads! Here’s a look at the stages & modes featured after the ladder round in the Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 tournament! | ||
Start practicing and register here: [https://battlefy.com/splatoon2/splatoon-2-north-american-open-december-2020/5f99af87f8f897345cec08ce/info?infoTab=details bit.ly/33ef2JY] | Start practicing and register here: [https://battlefy.com/splatoon2/splatoon-2-north-american-open-december-2020/5f99af87f8f897345cec08ce/info?infoTab=details bit.ly/33ef2JY] | ||
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Happy Holidays and good tide-ings from the Squid Research Lab! Some of the more artistic lab members have prepared this cozy art for the season and we hope you enjoy it! | Happy Holidays and good tide-ings from the Squid Research Lab! Some of the more artistic lab members have prepared this cozy art for the season and we hope you enjoy it! | ||
And | And don’t forget, the new year will be kicking off with a very special Splatfest! Will you go big with Team Super Mushroom, or shine with Team Super Star? The Splatfest begins 1/15 at 2pm PT and ends 1/17 at 2pm PT ! | ||
Can’t wait to show your love for your favorite team? Two special real-life tees featuring the upcoming Splatfest design are available now too: | |||
https://store.nintendo.com/character-shop/splatoon.html | https://store.nintendo.com/character-shop/splatoon.html | ||
Revision as of 22:43, 24 February 2023
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: example of a tag.
2020
January
Happy New Year from the Splatoon team!
#Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #Splatoon 2 #Splatoon #Salmon Run
Off the Hook and the Squid Sisters reunite for a 50+ minute live performance from Japan! Hear live versions of some of your favorite Splatoon 2 songs!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo
February
While we here at the Squid Research Lab wouldn’t necessarily describe the sights, sounds (and smells) of the Deepsea Metro as “romantic”, Agent 3, Agent 8, and Cap’n Cuttlefish would nevertheless like to wish everyone a Happy Valentine’s Day!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion #Octo Expansion #Agent 8 #Agent 3 #Valentine’s Day
The Squid Research Lab has been made aware that it is “Caturday”. To celebrate this curious ancient holiday, we’re sharing this furry photo of Judd and Li’l Judd. Which one is cuter? You be the judge.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Judd #Li’l Judd #Caturday
March
We’ve received a special message from our International Squid Research Lab, who are wishing us a happy “White Day”. Apparently this gift-giving holiday involves the exchange of a diminutive train conductor? Curious!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #White Day
April
Are you or a friend interested in Splatoon 2? The Splatoon 2 Special Demo 2020 event is on the way! Players with the full game or the demo will be able to play Turf War, Ranked Battle, Salmon Run, and more together beginning 4/29 at 11pm PT, until 5/6 at 6:59am PT.
In addition, the Splatoon 2 game will be available at a discounted price on Nintendo eShop during the duration of the Special Demo, and a free 7-day trial of Nintendo Switch Online will also be available so you can play online with friends!
https://splatoon.nintendo.com/news-video/special-demo-bonus-splatfest/
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch
The Squid Research Lab has been informed that a bonus one-time Splatfest is on the way! This Splatfest will once again pit Mayonnaise against Ketchup, which was the theme of the first Splatoon 2 Splatfest. And before you mention the Cake vs. Ice Cream Splatfest, please remember that we’re the scientists here. It appears fans of the tomato-y condiment will have a chance to snatch the crown away from fans of the egg-y edible! This caper to crown the condiment king kicks off 5/22 at 3pm PT and ends 5/24 at 3pm PT.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #Splatfest #Team Mayo #Team Ketchup
A new update for Splatoon 2 has been released! This update features minor adjustments to a variety of weapons. Please see the patch notes below for full details.
Ver. 5.2.0 is available now: http://bit.ly/2LmuhbM
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch
The Splatoon 2 Special Demo 2020 event is live! Download the demo on Nintendo eShop and jump into Inkopolis Square with your friends until 6:59am PT on 5/6!
And if you plan on staying fresh after the demo, any progress you make will transfer over to the full version of the Splatoon 2 game, once purchased!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo
May
The bonus one-off Splatoon 2 Splatfest is almost here! Will you make moves in a major way with Team Mayo, or turn back the clock and claim the crown with Team Ketchup? Pick a team in-game today!
The action starts this Friday, 5/22 at 3pm PT, and goes until 3pm on 5/24.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Splatfest #Team Mayo #Team Ketchup
The bonus one-off Splatoon 2 Splatfest is a wrap, and the winner is Team Ketchup! Congrats to our new sauce bosses, and a big thanks to everyone that joined in on the fun!
#Splatoon 2 #Splatfest #Team Mayo #Team Ketchup #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch
Grab your squad and get ready to splat it out for total victory with the Splatoon 2 North American Open June 2020 tournament, running June 14 and June 21! Stay tuned for more competitive tournaments as part of the NintendoVS Summer Series of events.
The June 21 finals will also be livestreamed following the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate North American Online Open May 2020 finals, so be sure to tune in!
Register now: https://battlefy.com/splatoon2
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the US and Canada who are age 13+, and Mexico who are age 18+, and have access to a Nintendo Switch system, Splatoon 2 game, reliable high-speed internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Registration Period begins 5/26/2019 at approximately 9:00 AM PT and ends 6/14/2020 at 10:00 AM PT. Tournament dates 6/14/2020 at 10 AM PT and 6/21/20 at 11:30 AM PT. To participate, each member of a Team must register and join the Team at battlefy.com/splatoon2. Each member of the winning Team will receive a prize consisting of a digital download code for the following games: Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Mario Tennis Aces, and ARMS (ARV $179.97 US each). Total ARV $899.85 US. Skill of participating players determines the winner(s). See Official Rules for details and restrictions. https://battlefy.com/splatoon2. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo
June
Get ready for a Calamari Inkantation dress rehearsal! The Squid Sisters Mii Fighter costumes arrive in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on 6/29. Play as the Brawler type with Callie, or the Gunner type with Marie!
#Splatoon 2 #Super Smash Bros. Ultimate #Nintendo #SSBU #Nintendo Switch #Squid Sisters
Fresh off the Splatoon 2 NA Open June 2020 comes a new entry in the NintendoVS Summer Series of events starting on 7/18, the Splatoon 2 Turf War July 2020 tournament! Each member from the top team will get a fresh prize of 2,500 My Nintendo Gold Points.
Whether you’re looking to take your first shot at playing Splatoon 2 competitively, or even if you’re just a fan of Turf War, it’s a great chance to get your team together and sign up!
Register now: https://battlefy.com/splatoon2
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the US and Canada who are age 13+, and Mexico who are age 18+, and have access to a Nintendo Switch system, Splatoon 2 game, reliable high-speed internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Registration Period begins 6/29/2020 at approximately 9:00 AM PT and ends 7/18/2020 at 10:00 AM PT. Tournament date is 7/18/2020 at 10 AM PT. To participate, each member of a Team must register and join the Team at battlefy.com/splatoon2. Each member of the winning team will receive 2500 My Nintendo Gold Points (ARV $25 US each). A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point). Skill of participating players determines the winners. See Official Rules for details and restrictions. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc. 4600 150th Avenue NE, Redmond, WA 98052.
#Splatoon2 #NintendoSwitch #Nintendo
July
Happy splat-iversary Inklings and Octolings! It’s the 3-year anniversary of Splatoon 2, and the team has shared this fun new art!
🦑 Thanks to everyone for playing and supporting the game! 🐙
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo
Squid Research Lab here, and we’re bringing some surprising news! Like a phoenix rising from the proverbial ashes, we can confirm a bonus Splatfest is on the way! And much like the previous metaphor, it involves a bird and a where it comes from, specifically, chickens and eggs. Yes, it looks like Team Chicken and Team Egg will once again return to the Turf War arena to crack this classic conundrum!
Get ready to pick your side when this 48-hour Splatfest begins 8/21 at 3pm PT!
And be sure to stay fresh SRL readers, because we hear two more bonus Splatfests will be making an appearance before the end of March 2021! Or maybe the fax machine is just acting up?
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Splatfest #Team Chicken #Team Egg
August
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Are you plucking the opposition with Team Chicken, or scrambling players with Team Egg? The Splatoon 2 Splatfest gets cracking this Friday, 8/21 at 3pm PT!
#Splatoon 2 #Splatfest #Team Chicken #Team Egg #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch
The Splatfest results are in, and Team Chicken rules the roost with a 2-1 win! Thanks to everyone who helped solve this age old question, and be sure to claim your Super Sea Snails in Inkopolis Square!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Team Chicken #Team Egg #Splatfest
September
A Super Mario themed Splatfest is coming to Splatoon 2 in January 2021! Be on the lookout for a special My Nintendo Keychain reward closer to the event. Plus, physical Splatfest T-shirts are available now for purchase!
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Splatfest #Team Super Mushroom #Team Super Star
October
Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble, the Splatoon 2 Splatoween event approaches! As befitting the spooky season, this Splatfest pits Team Trick vs. Team Treat!
During the last Splatoween, Team Treat took the cake, proving that there were a lot of sweet-toothed players out there. But what will it be this time? Even a crystal ball couldn’t tell!
This eerie event begins 10/30, 3pm PT through 11/1, 2pm PT!
To celebrate Splatoween, add some ghoulish gear to your wardrobe! The Kyonshi Hat, Li'l Devil Horns, Hockey Mask, and Anglerfish Mask will all be available via a Switch News article on your Nintendo Switch device later this month! Check out the article when it arrives and click the link to claim your gear.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Splatoween #Splatfest #Team Trick #Team Treat #Nintendo
The spooky Splatoween gear is here! Start up your Nintendo Switch and check out the latest Splatoon 2 Switch News article on your device. Press the button at the bottom of the article to claim your gear, then pick up the package in your copy of the game!
#Splatoon 2 #Splatoween #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Team Trick #Team Treat
The Splatoon 2 Splatoween event is right around the corner! Will you score some spooky splats with Team Trick or enjoy the sweet taste of victory with Team Treat? Pick a side in-game today, and get warmed up for the Turf War action beginning 10/30 at 3pm PT.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo #Splatoween #Splatfest
November
With a thrilling 2-1 performance Team Treat are your Splatoween champions! Congratulations to these fun-sized furies and thanks to everyone who participated! And be sure to grab your Super Sea Snails in Inkopolis Square!
#Splatoon 2 #Splatoween #Team Trick #Team Treat #Nintendo Switch #Nintendo
Physical Splatoon 2 t-shirts for the upcoming Super Mario themed Splatfest are back! Pick one up today and get ready for the Splatfest action in January!
Super Star Tee: https://store.nintendo.com/splatoon-2%E2%80%93splatfest-super-star-tee-marina.html
Super Mushroom Tee: https://store.nintendo.com/splatoon-2%E2%80%93splatfest-super-mushroom-tee-pearl.html
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #Splatfest #Team Super Mushroom #Team Super Star #Super Mario
The NintendoVS Autumn Series continues! Snatch a trophy in the Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 tournament, as each member of the winning team will receive a grand prize Champion trophy! Get ready to splat on 12/5-12/6 starting at 10am PT.
There are plenty of other prizes for the runners up! The members of the 2nd – 4th place teams will get a Top 4 trophy and 5th-8th place teams will get 2,500 My Nintendo Gold Points. And be sure to check out the livestream on 12/6 at 10am PT!
Register: battlefy.com/Splatoon2
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the US and Canada who are age 13+, and Mexico who are age 18+, and have access to a Nintendo Switch system, Splatoon 2 game, reliable high-speed internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Registration Period begins 11/16/20 at 9:00 AM PT and ends 12/5/20 at 10:00 AM PT. Tournament dates are 12/5/20 at 10 AM PT and 12/6/20 at 10 AM PT. To participate, each member of a Team must register and join the Team at battlefy.com/splatoon2. There will be one Grand Prize winning team, three First Place winning teams, and four Second Place winning teams. Each member of the Grand Prize winning team will receive a Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 Champion Trophy (ARV $200 US). Each member of a First Prize winning team will receive a Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 Top 4 Trophy (ARV $150 US each). Each member of a Second Prize winning team will receive 2500 My Nintendo Gold Points (ARV $25 US each). Total prize ARV $3,750 US. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point). Skill of participating players determines the winner(s). See Official Rules for details and restrictions. https://battlefy.com/splatoon2. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #North American Open #Splatoon
ATTN Splatoon squads! Here’s a look at the stages & modes featured after the ladder round in the Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 tournament!
Start practicing and register here: bit.ly/33ef2JY
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the US and Canada who are age 13+, and Mexico who are age 18+, and have access to a Nintendo Switch system, Splatoon 2 game, reliable high-speed internet connection, and a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Registration Period begins 11/16/20 at 9:00 AM PT and ends 12/5/20 at 10:00 AM PT. Tournament dates are 12/5/20 at 10 AM PT and 12/6/20 at 10 AM PT. To participate, each member of a Team must register and join the Team at battlefy.com/splatoon2. There will be one Grand Prize winning team, three First Place winning teams, and four Second Place winning teams. Each member of the Grand Prize winning team will receive a Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 Champion Trophy (ARV $200 US). Each member of a First Prize winning team will receive a Splatoon 2 North American Open December 2020 Top 4 Trophy (ARV $150 US each). Each member of a Second Prize winning team will receive 2500 My Nintendo Gold Points (ARV $25 US each). Total prize ARV $3,750 US. A Nintendo Account is required to receive and redeem points. Terms apply (https://accounts.nintendo.com/term_point). Skill of participating players determines the winner(s). See Official Rules for details and restrictions. https://battlefy.com/splatoon2. Sponsor: Nintendo of America Inc., 4600 150th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98052.
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo #Nintendo Switch #Splatoon
December
Happy Holidays and good tide-ings from the Squid Research Lab! Some of the more artistic lab members have prepared this cozy art for the season and we hope you enjoy it!
And don’t forget, the new year will be kicking off with a very special Splatfest! Will you go big with Team Super Mushroom, or shine with Team Super Star? The Splatfest begins 1/15 at 2pm PT and ends 1/17 at 2pm PT !
Can’t wait to show your love for your favorite team? Two special real-life tees featuring the upcoming Splatfest design are available now too:
https://store.nintendo.com/character-shop/splatoon.html
Fancy yourself an eel-ite Splatfest player? Register for the Splatoon 2 Splatfest Online Challenge below and participate in the event on 1/15 for a chance to win a Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary coin!
Full Details: https://mario.nintendo.com/challenge
NO PURCH. NEC. Must be US & CAN res age 13+, or MEX res. Age 18+; have access to Nintendo Switch, Splatoon 2 game, high-speed internet access & Nintendo Switch Online. Competition period ends 1/17/2021 2:00 PM PT. See Rules for details. https://mario.nintendo.com/challenge/rules-splatoon-2-online-challenge/
#Splatoon 2 #Nintendo Switch #Splatfest #Nintendo #Team Super Mushroom #Team Super Star
