Nintendo Announces Splatoon 2 Direct for July 6th: What to Expect From the Upcoming Nintendo Switch Presentation

Nintendo fans and enthusiasts of the competitive shooter genre have a date to mark on their calendars: a special Splatoon 2 Direct presentation is set to air this Thursday, July 6th, at 7:00 a.m.

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As part of Nintendo’s ongoing strategy to keep its community updated on major releases, this digital event will provide a focused showcase on Splatoon 2, one of the most anticipated Nintendo Switch titles of the year. Splatoon 2, developed in-house by Nintendo, builds upon the ink-splatting, team-based mechanics that earned its predecessor critical acclaim on the Wii U.

With an official worldwide launch scheduled for July 21, 2017, Splatoon 2 is poised to be a centerpiece of the Nintendo Switch lineup this summer.

The game promises expanded multiplayer modes, new weapons, additional maps, and an all-new cooperative mode called Salmon Run, which has already generated excitement among fans and industry insiders alike.

In a statement shared via Nintendo of America's official Twitter account on July 3, 2017, the company encouraged fans to tune in for what they called a “re-FRESH-er” on everything Splatoon 2.

The message, accompanied by key art for the game, directed viewers to the official Nintendo Direct page for more information and live-stream access.

Nintendo’s careful build-up to the game's release has included global Testfire events, the roll-out of the Nintendo Switch Online mobile app, and an ongoing stream of gameplay reveals through both traditional and digital broadcast formats. The upcoming Splatoon 2 Direct will provide new and returning players with detailed insights into recently announced content, highlight features unique to the Switch hardware, and address community questions regarding gameplay balance and connectivity.

Notably, Nintendo’s previous Direct presentations have been pivotal for clarifying update schedules and downloadable content plans for their largest titles.

Given the centrality of Splatoon 2 to Nintendo’s summer release schedule, considerable attention is being paid to this event throughout the gaming industry. Splatoon 2 is set to launch globally on July 21, 2017, both in physical form and as a digital download through the Nintendo eShop.

With the original Splatoon enjoying sales of over 4.95 million copies worldwide on Wii U, expectations are high for its Switch sequel.

The Splatoon 2 Direct is anticipated to bolster those numbers by reigniting interest and providing hands-on details to both new players and longtime fans. For continuous coverage and expert analysis on Splatoon 2, the Nintendo Switch, and all major Nintendo Direct events, stay tuned to leading industry news sources as Nintendo’s event unfolds this Thursday.

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