Back in 2017, not long afterÂSplatoon 2originally launched, Nintendo forced all players to battle one another with ketchup and mayonnaise in one of the game’s Splatsfests. The Splatfest was repulsive, the smell afterward lingered for days, andI notably criticized Nintendo at the timefor forcing such a heinous thing upon us all. Now, in the midst of a global pandemic of all things, Nintendo has come up with the bright idea of makingÂSplatoon 2players once again battle to the death with ketchup and mayonnaise.That’s right, despiteretiring Splatfests last summer, Nintendo is bringing back the timed mode toÂSplatoon 2next month. The war will once again see armies dedicated to ketchup and mayonnaise obliterating one another starting on May 22 and lasting until the 24th. Nintendo was clearly so preoccupied with whether or not they could bring this Splatfest back, that they didn’t stop to think if they should.For real though, in the grand arc ofÂSplatoon 2’sSplatfest lineage, why is this the one that was resurrected? While I’m sure many are excited to see Splatfests returning, ketchup and mayonnaise? Really? The idea of bathing in a battlefield of white and red gunk that is mean to represent food items is revolting. I’m really starting to question Doug Bowser’s leadership over at Nintendo.
On the plus side, if this nasty war of sandwich condiments is somehow alluring to you, Nintendo is releasing a new demo ofÂSplatoon 2beginning later this month on April 29 and lasting until May 6. If you like what you play during that trial phase, you’ll then be able to purchase the full game at a discounted price. Considering Nintendo rarely ever discounts their own first-party titles, this actually might be the best price that you’ll be able to snagÂSplatoon 2for in the forseaable future.
Splatoon 2is available right now, exclusively on Nintendo Switch. While I personally don’t plan on taking part in this nasty-ass condiment war, I will leave you with this vital, evergreen piece of information: if you like mayonnaise, you’re a disgusting human.
