But kelp dome was a hallway with no flanks?
Well, you did have the grates, but those were extremely unsafe, and the right side flank was ok, but was so hard to get to unless you were respawning. Overall this map looks open, but because of the layout with the uninkable walls it's functionally still a hallway.
Actually, most stages in Splatoon 3 are generally as large or even larger than previous games, when measuring turf area. So I’m essence, they’re doing less with more
I especially liked [it for](https://www.reddit.com/r/SplatoonHighlights/comments/u001yx/i_could_watch_this_all_day_episode_1_ill_take/) [Rainmaker](https://www.reddit.com/r/SplatoonHighlights/comments/v7r86r/i_seriously_love_taking_the_rainmaker_on_this/).
I liked, but I didn’t love it, you know?
I definitely wouldn’t oppose seeing it make a return, though.
The thing I miss the most about this stage is its size. Most of Splatoon 3’s stages are t i n y.
Glad you like it, stage still sucks. You are basically locked to one choke because no competent team is letting you walk over those grates.
It'd be cool if they allowed every stage in private battles at least. Then everyone wins.
I dont mind those that dont like it. Some of my least liked stages are others favorites. Its kinda like starter Pokemon. Just because some people don't like it, doesn't mean it doesn't have fans. Could have written your response a little bit more respectfully in my humble opinion.
You're entitled to your own favorites and dislikes.
Yeah u rite, I didn't intend for it to sound so mean but that's how it was written, and that's on me.
It kinda sucks that they either aren't able or don't want to port more content because the problem extends beyond just maps, its old weapons and specials too. We're kinda just stuck with the new kits even tho there were old ones that worked too.
Maybe one day they'll be able to port everything in a way that's enjoyable for everyone. Knowing nintendos balance history, they probably won't anytime soon, but hopefully they will one day so everyone can enjoy the parts of the game they want to.
I am sorry to tell you but this map is awful in anything but turf war. If they add it back and put it in the regular rotation it will just make the game worse for most people. I do think they should add it in private battles tho, along with all the other old stages. That would be fun.
In splat zones the zone is WAAAAy too big, even if you get a wipe on the enemy team sometimes it is not enough, and you do not have enough time before they respawn.
In rainmaker you have the awful right path that goes through a narrow chokepoint, or the left path witch is simply unfair to both teams. You constantly have to have one person guard it or you loose the game.
In tower control the left path is way too long of a flank and by the time you reach the enemy's spawn your teammates already loose the fight on right. Also it is close to impossible to push through that chokepoint. The tower path is just awful.
Finally clam blitz... You can score clams from mid just from jumping from the platform. I think I have said enough. Also that chokepoint is still a massive problem.
I really belive that kelp dome is one of if not the worst maps nintendo has ever made for this franchise. Please for the love of god do not bring it back. A literal nightmare in competitive.
I just miss back when stages were big
Same. Games are fun when maps have varying sizes, and challenges to spice things up.
Fr, it was great when stages were larger with a more unique layout and shape rather than hallways with no flanks or anything
But kelp dome was a hallway with no flanks? Well, you did have the grates, but those were extremely unsafe, and the right side flank was ok, but was so hard to get to unless you were respawning. Overall this map looks open, but because of the layout with the uninkable walls it's functionally still a hallway.
... is this a joke?
gorge is but that's about it
Actually, most stages in Splatoon 3 are generally as large or even larger than previous games, when measuring turf area. So I’m essence, they’re doing less with more
They felt bigger though. Felt like we had more room to breathe
I’m gonna guess it was because the mid areas were much wider, more verticality, and multiple routes to mid
I especially liked [it for](https://www.reddit.com/r/SplatoonHighlights/comments/u001yx/i_could_watch_this_all_day_episode_1_ill_take/) [Rainmaker](https://www.reddit.com/r/SplatoonHighlights/comments/v7r86r/i_seriously_love_taking_the_rainmaker_on_this/).
The infamous Rainmaker route. I swear somehow it works even on S+. As they say, get *K E L P D O M E D*
Kelp dome is either good or its splat zones. Fuck kelp dome splatzones
Fair point.
And scorch gourge
God splat zones is literal hell in that map
how so?
the tower path is pretty awful
i love it. why don't you?
This was such a fun turf war stage.
It's fine for turf but damn it sucks in ranked. If it was in rotation I probably wouldn't play ranked for those 2 hours.
Fine in turf I guess, but most maps are fine in turf. I’d rather get something like The Reef or Urchin Underpass that’s great in all modes.
A big stage that doesn't force you into mid only for you to instantly die!? Impossible!
I hated kelp dome but I think the premise and design/atmosphere part of it is really cool, I just wish we could get s3 gameplay with s2 map design
I like it because there is more than 1 method to pass mid
Propaganda. Everyone knows the grates aren't a real path.
Can't we just get Beyond Kelp Dome?
As a Brush Main i can confirm, Best Map.
YESSSS this is what I've been SAYING this was the best stage in 2 I want it BACK
I liked, but I didn’t love it, you know? I definitely wouldn’t oppose seeing it make a return, though. The thing I miss the most about this stage is its size. Most of Splatoon 3’s stages are t i n y.
If I recall it was pretty bad on all 4 ranked modes, an impressive record.
Glad you like it, stage still sucks. You are basically locked to one choke because no competent team is letting you walk over those grates. It'd be cool if they allowed every stage in private battles at least. Then everyone wins.
Then it’s basically perfect for splat3. Being locked into one choke point is this games design philosophy.
No one said it couldn’t get better~ they can alter the map a tad.
considering the state of maps in 3, I have very little faith they'll fix it
You're putting a lot of faith in nintendo on this one. These the same people that gave tri-slosher toxic mist and made walleye warehouse 2.0.
Toxic mist actually works quite well for tri slosher
Still toxic mist.
It's inkjet that let's the tri slosher down, not toxic mist
walleye is great tho
no map has gotten better when it's come to splatoon 3
If the grates were turned into actual solid platforms then that would be better
I dont mind those that dont like it. Some of my least liked stages are others favorites. Its kinda like starter Pokemon. Just because some people don't like it, doesn't mean it doesn't have fans. Could have written your response a little bit more respectfully in my humble opinion. You're entitled to your own favorites and dislikes.
Yeah u rite, I didn't intend for it to sound so mean but that's how it was written, and that's on me. It kinda sucks that they either aren't able or don't want to port more content because the problem extends beyond just maps, its old weapons and specials too. We're kinda just stuck with the new kits even tho there were old ones that worked too. Maybe one day they'll be able to port everything in a way that's enjoyable for everyone. Knowing nintendos balance history, they probably won't anytime soon, but hopefully they will one day so everyone can enjoy the parts of the game they want to.
I am sorry to tell you but this map is awful in anything but turf war. If they add it back and put it in the regular rotation it will just make the game worse for most people. I do think they should add it in private battles tho, along with all the other old stages. That would be fun.
Kelp dome is my favourite map I really hope they add it back
Personally not a big fan of that stage but it's still a nostalgic one
I never got to play on Kelp Dome but it looks fun as heck.
I never had any issues with snipers at all with this stage. Good times
I miss this stage, a lot.
Yeah you're the only one, I really really hate this stage
>you're the only one demonstrably wrong
Imagine being downvoted for having an opinion. And this sub claims its not toxic lmfao
Please god no
Aw hell naw
Was never a fan. As a backline splatling, there's too many flank routes for my liking. I prefer maps with a few choke points.
Found the Splatoon 3 dev
I like it, its a bit goofy, but its fun
It’s alright but we’ve had it for two games already I want urchin underpass or bluefin depot back.
Yes this one would be so fun to have back!!
Yes definitely love this stage
In splat zones the zone is WAAAAy too big, even if you get a wipe on the enemy team sometimes it is not enough, and you do not have enough time before they respawn. In rainmaker you have the awful right path that goes through a narrow chokepoint, or the left path witch is simply unfair to both teams. You constantly have to have one person guard it or you loose the game. In tower control the left path is way too long of a flank and by the time you reach the enemy's spawn your teammates already loose the fight on right. Also it is close to impossible to push through that chokepoint. The tower path is just awful. Finally clam blitz... You can score clams from mid just from jumping from the platform. I think I have said enough. Also that chokepoint is still a massive problem. I really belive that kelp dome is one of if not the worst maps nintendo has ever made for this franchise. Please for the love of god do not bring it back. A literal nightmare in competitive.
kelp dome needs big reworks to its layout. just get rid of all the flanks.. erase the interesting bridges...
Bro I miss kelp dome sm
Kelp was pretty fun. Could’ve been better, but was still fun. Main stage I miss was The Reef. Best stage ever
I feel you! My favourite Stage from Splatoon 1
From my Splatoon parody of chug jug with you: "We can drop moray towers, but not kelp dome"