Splatoon’s Update Next Week Will Add Eight Weapons To The Game

Next week will see Splatoon get a sizable update in the form of version 2.7.0. Additionally, the update will include Sheldon’s Picks Vol.1, which features eight weapons.

First off, however, there will be some maintenance on the game accompanying the update on April 12th, or April 13th for those who live in Europe. Here is a full list of the maintenance times:

– 4:50 PM PT – 6 PM PT

– 7:50 PM ET – 9 PM ET

– 12:50 AM in the UK – 2 AM in the UK

– 1:50 AM in Europe – 3 AM in Europe

Next, the Sheldon’s Picks Vol. 1 weapons will be added at the following times:

– 7:00 PM PT

– 10:00 PM ET

– 3:00 AM in the UK

– 4:00 AM in Europe

Here’s a look at four of the weapons included in Sheldon’s Picks Vol. 1:

Wasabi Splattershot

This beauty is a Splattershot set featuring a few key adjustments by Sheldon. The main weapon is pretty much the same as before, but Splat Bombs amp up its frontline capability. Alternatively, try calling in an Inkstrike to scatter the opposition and give your teammates the advantage. This is just the set for the discerning Inkling looking for something spicy!

Berry Splattershot Pro

Don’t let the tasty paint job fool ya! This remixed Splattershot Pro includes Suction Bombs and Bomb Rush to help punch through the opponent’s defenses, letting you finish things off with the great firing range of the main.

Fresh Squiffer

Fresh Squiffer is a Classic Squiffer retooled to allow a different approach. Pairing Suction Bombs with the Squiffer makes it even easier to get the upper hand in battle, and you can quickly turn the tables on foes with the Kraken! Definitely not a set for squids who are afraid to get their tentacles dirty!

The Permanent Inkbrush

The Permanent Inkbrush is a set remixed by Sheldon to include the high-powered sub of Splat Bombs while retaining the great mobility of earlier models. Recommended for aggressive Inklings with an uncontrollable urge to wreak maximum havoc. Watch out for the Kraken special!

Finally, here’s a complete look at Splatoon’s version 2.7.0 patch notes:

Eight new weapons added, available in the weapon shop Ammo Knights

Please note: the new weapons will appear in the shop following the release of the software update.

Splatfest adjustments

Changed the initial Splatfest Power value for rank S+

Weapon adjustments

Adjustments to main weapons, sub weapons and special weapons, as well as changes to attacks that reveal enemy positions. Click here for more information.

Stage adjustments

Saltspray Rig: Adjustments to prevent players from taking certain shortcuts in all modes.

Bluefin Depot: Fixed a problem where players could go inside a certain object in Rainmaker mode.

Flounder Heights: Adjustments to prevent users from taking certain shortcuts in Tower Control mode.

Fixes for issues in battles

Fixes an issue wherein players could perform a Super Jump while holding the Rainmaker if their connection speed was exceptionally slow.
Fixes an issue wherein on rare occasions players near to a Splash Wall wouldn’t suffer damage, even before the Splash Wall is activated.
Fixes an issue wherein if a placed Suction Bomb comes into contact with a Splash Wall and explodes, sometimes the blast damage would go beyond the Splash Wall.

Fixes an issue wherein opponents completely hidden by obstacles in the way could be hit by an Inkzooka or Rainmaker attack fired upwards.

Fixes an issue wherein Splash Walls would sometimes not take damage when hit by an Inkzooka or Rainmaker attack.

Fixes an issue wherein players could hit opponents on the other side of a Splash Wall with a Rainmaker attack, depending on the position where it hits the Splash Wall.

Fixes an issue wherein if multiple players set an Ink Mine at the same time, they would sometimes explode on their own, despite not being painted in the opposing colour, no opposing players being close and their maximum time before automatically exploding not being reached.
Fixes an issue wherein players could take damage from a friendly Ink Mine, depending on their relative position.

 

Fixes an issue wherein when aiming at a Kraken on the ground the display wouldn’t change to a cross to indicate it would hit, despite the crosshairs being over the target, and where Seekers would not follow Krakens.

Other changes

Introduces several enhancements to improve the user’s experience and enjoyment

Additional information

This update is required in order to play online.

Splatoon is available for the Wii U.