Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion Reviews

Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion is ranked in the 89th percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
GameSkinny
RobotsFightingDinosaurs
Top Critic
Jun 22, 2018

Octo Expansion offers fans of Splatoon 2's single-player mode an entirely new playground full of 80+ missions, an engaging (and dark) story, and a finale that is better than it has any right to be.

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9 / 10
Jun 14, 2018

All in all, Splatoon 2's Octo Expansion is a masterclass in how to do DLC right. It fits in perfectly with the standalone game, provides a heap of tailor-made content and furthers the story of the Inklings' and Octolings' world effortlessly and beautifully.

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9 / 10
Jun 21, 2018

Octo Expansion is not just a set of additional content for Splatoon 2, it's a magnificent addition that brings an extra set of addictive, compelling and competitive challenges that will reinvigorate every player's interest in the game. A truly essential expansion that will defy the limits of every Splatoon 2 player.

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Jun 24, 2018

The Octo Expansion is DLC done right. From it's content, level design, and story, the expansion is well worth the price.

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9 / 10.0
Jun 18, 2018

If you're craving more Splatoon, this will definitely suffice. Other than a few less than inspiring levels that you'll thankfully move through quickly (or just skip), this is a worthwhile break from the multiplayer modes we've been playing through since Splatoon 2's launch. Even if you haven't touched the original campaign, now is a great time to enjoy this single-player Splatoon experience.

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Nintendo News
Top Critic
9 / 10.0
Jun 24, 2018

With some truly inspiring level design and interesting mechanics at play, Splatoon 2’s Octo Expansion DLC pack gives fans some real bang for their buck. Hop on at Deepsea Metro Station or hop off at Rage Quit City, the choice is ultimately yours. If this how Splatoon 2’s DLC looks, sign us up for the CQ-160. Double the fun, triple the frustration.

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9 / 10
Sep 19, 2018

The Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion never lacks in the sheer spectacle of its creativity. It’s Nintendo at its best, for sure, taking what we have come to expect from Splatoon 2’s core experience only to throw the rulebook out the window to astound with freshly inked ideas. More, please.

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IGN
Top Critic
8.8 / 10.0
Jun 21, 2018

Octo Expansion throws plenty of both fun and serious challenges at you, between its expansive amount of levels and a multi-tiered finale that doesn't disappoint. These trials provide worthy so many challenges for those who wish to hone their mechanical skills for upcoming multiplayer matches, that I wish this had been Splatoon 2's base campaign all along.

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8.8 / 10.0
Jul 2, 2018

Octo is an excellent expansion, even better than the original game campaign if you are looking for a really hard challenge.

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86 / 100
Jun 20, 2018

The Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion convinces with great new ideas and a lot of variety, but continues to miss a "real" story.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jul 9, 2018

Fans of Splatoon's single-player content should look no further than the exceptional Octo Expansion

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8.5 / 10.0
Jun 25, 2018

Octo Expansion does what it needs to by keeping Splatoon 2 fresh.

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8.5 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2018

Veemo! A new Octoling hero combined with a bevy of new challenging stages makes Splatoon 2’s Octo Expansion a fresh and welcome addition for fans of the series. Do be warned that the levels can be quite tough, likely making this expansion too difficult for younger or less coordinated fans. For those looking for a challenge that tests their mastery of Splatoon 2’s various weapons and mechanics, however, you’ll definitely wanna grab hold of this sucker.

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8.2 / 10.0
Jul 18, 2018

So is Splatoon 2’s first ever paid DLC worth the $20? Heck, yeah! Not only are you given the missions, but finishing even just the main story is worth it. It’s nice to see the Off the Hook team in action for once. Splatoon 2’s Octo Expansion really feels like it’s what Splatoon 2’s main campaign should have been.

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Metro GameCentral
GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
Jun 21, 2018

A single-player expansion for Splatoon 2 may not seem a particularly appealing idea but this inspired slice of DLC expands the whole franchise in a number of surprising ways.

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80 / 100
Jun 19, 2018

Overall, Octo Expansion is an absolute steal. At $20, you're getting a very creative and engaging campaign that expands the world of Splatoon 2 with diverse gameplay, although a small portion of these levels feels like monotonous filler. Luckily, the ability to skip them mitigates this issue, but does little to assuage the fact that the majority of the bosses are rehashes. If you were hesitant to jump in due to the price tag, don't be: Squidkids will find plenty of enjoyment on the Deepsea Metro.

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GameMAG
ACE
Top Critic
8 / 10
Jul 22, 2018

Online multiplayer in the game is still more fun and exciting than single. Nevertheless, the developers were able to create an interesting set of various levels and did it beautifully and ingeniously.

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4 / 5.0
Jun 18, 2018

At the end of it all, the Octo Expansion's take on tsukin jigoku and the idea of underground subway purgatory is written into both the story and gameplay. Agent 8's memory loss feeds into the idea of the subway being a kind of limbo that's stuck halfway between the “promised land” and the endless depths of Octarian challenges.

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8 / 10.0
Jul 3, 2018

The Octo Expansion is a substantial DLC focused on single player campaign with great level design. Although the Autopass button is bad for players keeping passion to challenge, the DLC still successfully keeps Splatoon 2 fresh.

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8 / 10
Jun 21, 2018

This expansion succeeded in presenting a unique content that enriches the whole Splatoon 2 experience.

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