Can You Play Splatoon on Gamepad Only?
Yes, you can play Splatoon on the Wii U GamePad. It’s perfect for using gyroscope aiming and the map functions!
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Totally! For the Wii U, just use the GamePad and enjoy splatting opponents with ease.
On the Switch tho, you’ll need the Joy-Cons or Pro Controller to play, as the Switch itself doesn’t support GamePad-only controls.
You can play with the GamePad on Wii U, but not on the Switch. Sad squid noises!
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