Splatoon 3

Zipcaster Guide: How to Use and Rating

Zipcaster is a Special Weapon available in Splatoon 3. Continue reading to learn about the Zipcaster including the effects of this weapon, how to use it, ranking & rating, and which weapons it is paired with!

Zipcaster Overview and How to Use

Overview

Zipcaster
Zipcaster
Base Damage 60 (When attacking with your arms)
Additional Damage None
Transform into an ink-cloaked acrobat, and sling your stretchy arm to zip around the battlefield! Use R to Aim and stick to walls. You can still use your main weapon like normal with ZR. When your ink runs out, your transformation will end, and you'll Super Jump back to your starting position.

How to Use Zipcaster

When your Special-Gauge is full, activate Zipcaster with NSW - Right Analog Click, you can then use R button to stick on walls. This is mainly used by melee-type weapons such as brushes and rollers so you can chase enemies that are far beyond your reach.

Zipcaster Ranking

S Zipcaster currently is considered an S Tier Special Weapon.
Considered one of the better special weapons at the moment, using Zipcaster can help you get the upper hand in battles.

Best Special Weapons Tier List: Special Weapons Ranked

Weapons with Zipcaster

Main Sub Special
Luna BlasterLuna Blaster Splat BombSplat Bomb ZipcasterZipcaster
OctobrushOctobrush Suction BombSuction Bomb ZipcasterZipcaster
Splatana StamperSplatana Stamper Burst BombBurst Bomb ZipcasterZipcaster
Carbon RollerCarbon Roller AutobombAutobomb ZipcasterZipcaster

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