This tier list ranks all the best weapons currently available in Splatoon 3. Read on to see the best weapons to use in the game as well as an explanation of their rank, recommended gear, and the best weapons for different game modes and playstyles.
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List of Contents
Rank | Weapons |
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Rankings last updated on: September 22nd, 2022
・Weapons rankings based on success across all game modes. (Turf War, and all four Anarchy Game Modes) ・Priority is given to weapons with strong inking and combat performance and those with good synergies with their sub and special weapons. ・Weapons that are difficult to use are given lower priority. |
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Weapons | Sub/ Special |
Analysis |
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Splattershot |
・Splattershot has one of the best sub-weapon and special weapon choices. The Trizooka in particular is easy to use, allowing you to splat enemies easily.
・A main weapon that has a good balance of splat and inking potential. |
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Sloshing Machine |
・Decent range, with exceptional advantage against single-range shooters.
・Access to Booyah Bomb allows for a great panic special when in a pinch. |
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.52 Gal |
・Using Splash Wall and .52 Gal in tandem allows you to splat foes with ease.
・Killer Wail 5.1 automatically tracks opponents, making it easier for lesser skilled players to splat foes. |
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N-ZAP '85 |
・N-Zap '85 is great for inking territory, and Tacticooler offers great support for your allies.
・Players using N-Zap '85 will more than often be in the heat of the battle, so careful consideration must be made when placing the Tacticooler. |
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Splattershot Jr. |
・Great all-rounder with defense options thanks to the Big Bubbler and ranged AOE with the Splat Bomb
・Has great inking potential and combat potential. |
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Dualie Squelchers |
・Wave Breaker keeps enemies at bay while giving you the upper hand to predict the enemy's movements.
・Decent survivability with the added benefit of Squid Rolls. |
Weapons | Sub/ Special |
Analysis |
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Range Blaster | ・Synergy with Wave Breaker allows for easy splats on tagged enemies. | |
E-liter 4K |
・Many of the new stages are long and narrow, having a Charger weapon allows for both great inking and combat ability.
・Wave Breaker keeps enemies at bay while giving you the upper hand to predict the enemy's movements. |
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Slosher |
・The Slosher has great sub and special weapons, with Triple Inkstrike being particularly powerful.
・The combination of the Slosher's high power and range, along with its sub and special weapons make it great for splatting opponents. |
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Heavy Splatling |
・Heavy Splatting has great range, making it easy to ink turf and splat enemies.
・Wave breaker offers great support during matches. |
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Splash-o-matic |
・Good inking ability that can easily fill up the Crab Tank's special gauge.
・Quick bomb allows access for quick damage. |
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Squeezer |
・Great mid-range weapon that has access to the longer range Trizooka once charged-up.
・Splashwall provides great defensive utility as well. |
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Comeback | Ink Saver (Main) | Run Speed Up | Stealth Jump |
The Sloshing Machine has a large hitbox and can shoot ink at greater distances. Since the ink has a huge splash radius, you can shoot enemies hiding behind walls, boxes and other small obstacles. In addition, the Fizzy Bomb can burst into three additional explosions making it good in flushing out opponents hidden behind corners. You can also build power for you and your team by using Booyah Bombs.
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Swim Speed Up | Stealth Jump | Intensify Action | Special Charge Up |
The Splattershot has great balance of damage, fire rate, ink turfing performance, and mobility. It is also great for defending and holding the line against opponents with the usage of Suction Bombs as well as the Trizooka special weapon which has a good amount of blast damage.
Recommended Gear Abilities | ||
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Ink Saver (Main) | Ink Recovery Up | Ink Saver (Sub) |
The Dualie Squelchers perform well in medium range ink fights paired along with its good mobility, the survivability rate is great with this weapon. You can pull enemies out in the open who are hiding behind corners and obstacles using the Wave Breaker special weapon.
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Comeback | Swim Speed Up | Quick Respawn | Stealth Jump |
The combo of throwing a Splat Bomb at an enemy right as you slosh them with the Slosher is enough to guarantee a kill while also inking a large area around you, making anyone think twice about coming within throwing distance of you. And if they prefer to stand back, you can blast them down with the Trizooka.
Recommended Gear Abilities | ||
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Run Speed Up | Ink Resistance Up | Ink Saver (Main) |
Most weapons in Splatoon 3 have a short-medium range, so having a weapon that allows you to hit opponents, but have them struggle to hit you back is a great advantage. Ink and Splat from range, or be a front-liner for your team inking the path for them to take. Don't forget to use the Wave Breaker to have a better sense of where the enemies are. Maximize the Sprinkler by tossing it into hard to reach areas.
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Stealth Jump | Ink Resistance Up | Comeback | Special Charge Up |
With a high rate-of-fire, the N-Zap '85 is one of the fastest weapons that can charge up their Tacticooler special. Taking advantage of your own Tacticooler boosts also increases your movement speed allowing you to ink further and faster upon taking a drink. Focus on a playstyle of a quick and slippery inker with this weapon.
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Swim Speed Up | Stealth Jump | Ink Resistance Up | Intensify Action |
Enemies can be eliminated quickly with this weapon using only two direct hits. The Killer Wail 5.1 special weapon provides protection for yourself along with an automated targeting ink gun that shoots and splats the opponent closest to you.
Recommended Gear Abilities | |||
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Swim Speed Up | Stealth Jump | Ink Saver (Main) | Ink Saver (Sub) |
Although it takes time to get used to, the Squeezer offers a strong mid-long range weapon set thanks to the combination of its main attacks, and the Trizooka special. This allows for a great pick for players who like the playstyle of covering for their team mates. In defensive positions, you can also throw out the Splash Wall that will protect you and your team from shots ahead of you.
Weapon Type | Main Weapon | Sub/Special | Reason |
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Best Shooter | Splattershot | ・Splattershot has one of the best sub-weapon and special weapon choices. The Trizooka in particular is easy to use, allowing you to splat enemies easily.
・A main weapon that has a good balance of splat and inking potential. |
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Best Blaster | Range Blaster | ・Synergy with Wave Breaker allows for easy splats on tagged enemies. | |
Best Charger | E-liter 4K | ・Many of the new stages are long and narrow, having a Charger weapon allows for both great inking and combat ability.
・Wave Breaker keeps enemies at bay while giving you the upper hand to predict the enemy's movements. |
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Best Roller | Splat Roller | ・Great for inking large areas of territory.
・Players using the Splat Roller will often be on the front lines of battle, so proper timing of the Big Bubbler can save you from getting splatted. |
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Best Brush | Inkbrush | ・Great for close quarters combat as this brush weapon has a high swing speed and great damage.
・Can also be threatening at range with the Splat Bombs and the Killer Wail. |
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Best Slosher | Sloshing Machine | ・Decent range, with exceptional advantage against single-range shooters.
・Access to Booyah Bomb allows for a great panic special when in a pinch. |
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Best Splatling | Heavy Splatling | ・Heavy Splatting has great range, making it easy to ink turf and splat enemies.
・Wave breaker offers great support during matches. |
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Best Dualie | Dualie Squelchers | ・Wave Breaker keeps enemies at bay while giving you the upper hand to predict the enemy's movements.
・Decent survivability with the added benefit of Squid Rolls. |
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Best Brella | Tenta Brella | ・The Brella itself offers great defensive and support utility.
・Ink Vac synergizes well with the defensive playstyle. |
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Best Stringer | REEF LUX 450 | ・Great inking potential from range.
・Tenta Missiles can easily be charged up, allowing you to switch to the offensive in between bouts of inking turf. |
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Best Splatana | Splatana Stamper | ・Easier to use than the Splatana Wiper.
・Strong splat potential with every slash. |
Weapons | Sub/ Special |
Analysis |
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Splat Roller |
・The Splat Roller is a reliable weapon for Inking Turf as it lets you ink a large area of turf while moving.
・It's also used as an offensive weapon to splat other players while still inking turf. |
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Splattershot |
・Balanced stats and high fire rate makes it a great weapon to use whether splatting or inking turf.
・Can deal burst damage with the Trizooka, which can instantly splat enemies with a direct hit. |
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Tenta Brella |
・Its high damage and durability makes it a great defensive weapon when inking turf or splatting enemies.
・Fully-charged shots can heavily damage or instantly splat enemies. |
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Slosher |
・High damage and range makes it a staple weapon for inking turf or camping on platforms.
・Triple Inkstrike deals great burst damage and can ink a wide area of turf. |
Weapon | Features |
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Splattershot
Lv. Unlocked: 2 |
Great range for inking and combat Easy to get kills with its Suction Bomb and Trizooka |
Heavy Splatling
Lv. Unlocked: 4 |
Has massively long range Support your team with its Wave Breaker Special move |
Aerospray MG
Lv. Unlocked: 5 |
For players who want to concentrate on inking turf You can use its Fizzy Bomb to kill enemies from afar, while it's special, Reefslider can ink turf and kill enemies |
N-ZAP '85
Lv. Unlocked: 6 |
High fire rate great on close to medium combat. Its Tacticooler is great for supporting allies |
Sloshing Machine
Lv. Unlocked: 14 |
Consistent at killing opponents Its Booyah Bomb also deals massive damage |
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