How do I get my data back on Splatoon 2?

Ensure your Splatoon 3 software has the latest updates. Launch Splatoon 3 from the HOME Menu with the same user that has Splatoon 2 data. After the software starts, you'll be prompted to transfer your Splatoon 2 save data. Select Impooort! to transfer the save data.

Can I recover my Splatoon 2 data?

* There is no way to restore deleted data.

Why did my Splatoon 2 data not transfer?

As Nintendo warns, your Splatoon 2 data must be on the same Switch system that you use to play Splatoon 3. Plus, you can only transfer your Splatoon 2 data when you first start up the new game. If you choose not to do so at that time, you won't have another chance to transfer your data over.

Is Splatoon data backed up by account?

Online Splatoon 3 data—like player level, ranks, items, and gear—is automatically stored in a server and connected to each player's Nintendo Account.

Does Splatoon 2 have backup?

After Splatoon 2 saves infamously could not be backed up to the cloud backup provided in Nintendo Switch Online, Splatoon 3 will support a combination of cloud backup and server-side progression.

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Where is Splatoon 2 save data stored?

I can confirm they are stored on the console and there is no way to move them. My switch went to Nintendo for repair.

Where is Splatoon 2 data stored?

Your save data is in the switch, not the cartridge. All the cartridge does is tell what the system should do and what data to pull up. If you lose your cartridge and get a new one, it's still the same game and save data.

Why isn't Splatoon 2 on save data cloud?

The primary one being that certain titles including Nintendo's flagship Splatoon 2 don't support this service, presumably to prevent abusing save files to improve your in-game gear. So if you want to have a look at how it all works before diving in yourself, check out the video above to see the process in action.

Does archiving Splatoon 2 delete data?

What happens to my game progress if I archive or delete my downloaded software? The game save data is unaffected in either option, so you can resume your game progress once the software is redownloaded.

What happens if you keep disconnecting in Splatoon 2?

In Splatoon 2, receiving multiple disconnects in a short amount of time may block players from participating in online play for a period of time. The first couple of disconnections yields a warning message when attempting to join a match.

Is Splatoon 3 worth it if you have Splatoon 2?

If you weren't interested in or didn't like Splatoon 2, there's nothing here to excite you about Splatoon 3, but if you had fun with the first two games or find all of this ink-slinging intriguing, Splatoon 3 is still worth exploring.

How long will Nintendo support Splatoon 2?

Nintendo has revealed that Splatoon 2's final planned content update (also known as Version 4.3. 0) will launch on Wednesday, December 5th, bringing an end to almost 18 months of free post-launch content support.

How do I recover lost data on my Switch?

Previously backed up save data is automatically restored when re-downloading software from the Nintendo eShop. You can also restore save data using the Save-Data Backup option within Data Management.

How do I recover lost game data on Switch?

Open the microSD card on your computer. Copy the backup folder saved on your computer to the SD card. Eject the SD card from computer and insert it into the Nintendo Switch console. Turn on the console and access the recovered games.

How do I get my data back on my Switch?

From the HOME Menu, select System Settings, then Data Management and finally Save Data Cloud. Select the desired user, then choose the backup file you wish to download. Select Download Save Data.

Will I lose my game progress if I get a new Switch?

Your save data will be deleted on the source console. *Save data is stored on the console you're currently using. In order to play games with your latest save data on multiple systems, you'll need to transfer the save data each time you use a different console.

Is Splatoon 2 online ending?

As of 29 July 2021, the Nintendo Switch Online app will no longer support the Online Lounge feature.

Do you lose save data when you archive a game?

What happens to my game progress if I archive or delete my downloaded software? The game save data is unaffected in either option, so you can resume your game progress once the software is redownloaded.

Why is my Switch save data not backed up?

Ensure that you have an active Nintendo Switch Online membership. Verify that the Automatically Back Up Save Data setting is enabled for each user on the console, and that the console is connected to the internet. Verify that the intended software supports save data backup.

Does Splatoon have cloud saves?

Splatoon 3 will indeed have Cloud Saves but only partially (so to say). Nintendo has made a remark that Save Data Cloud will be compatible with offline play data only.

What city is Splatoon 2 based on?

Inkopolis (Japanese: ハイカラシティ Haikara City) is a city in Splatoon and Splatoon 2.

How many years does Splatoon 2 take place after Splatoon 1?

Events of Splatoon 2. Splatoon 2 takes place 2 years after the events of Splatoon.

What does transferring Splatoon 2 data do?

If there's save data from Splatoon 2 on your Switch, part of it can be transferred to Splatoon 3, and transferring the data will net you three Gold Sheldon Licenses that you can exchange for main weapons, regardless of player level.

Where is the save game data located?

Windows: On Windows, most save games can be found by opening File Explorer and navigating to "%homepath%\AppData\LocalLow".