Splatoon 2 gets its first big update with new Salmon Run map coming today

Splatoon 2 gets its first big update with new Salmon Run map coming today
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Nintendo has released a new video for Splatoon 2 that details new content coming to the game soon. Splatoon 2 will soon be receiving three new updates: a new Salmon Run stage will be getting added today, a new stage is coming this weekend, and a new special weapon is coming as part of a set in September.

Manta Maria joins the lineup in Turf War and Ranked Battle stages this weekend, and a new Lost Outpost is coming to the co-op mode Salmon Run today following the release of a new game update. September 2 a new weapon called the Bubble Blower, which blows big, you guessed it, bubbles that can be used as an attack and defense mechanism. The Bubble Blower will become available in a set with the Forge Splattershot Pro.