Splatoon 3 Best Weapons: N-Zap '85, Heavy Splatling and More

Splatoon 3 is, of course, the newest entry in the squid-kid series, bringing tons of new features, modes, mechanics and improvements to spraying ink on enemies who are splatted into the series. The team did not just take normal guns and weapons and make them colorful. They took full advantage of the concept of ink spraying to make some of the most unique weapons in any shooter. The number of weapons in Splatoon 3 is the largest yet. Many of them return from past games, but there are plenty of new additions that are tons of fun. That said, if you are new to the series, many of the weapons are quite unusual. Here are the best weapons in Splatoon 3.

What Are the Best Weapons in Splatoon 3?

N-Zap ’85

The N-Zap '85 is a great all-rounder: it may be a bit of a nostalgic pick, but it still packs a great punch as a standard weapon that almost anyone can easily understand. The design is a clear reference to the old NES Zapper, and in most respects it functions like a conventional pistol. It has good range, a high rate of fire and a good ink supply before you need to refill. It is one of the most balanced weapons in the entire game and a great way for new players to ease into the experience.

Heavy Splatling

When it is time to bring out the big guns, there are few bigger than the Heavy Splatling. This ink-shooting monster has one of the highest fire rates of any weapon in the game and can quickly cut through enemies or spray ink over an area within seconds. The downside is that this weapon is heavy and slows your character down a bit. That can make you an easy target for ranged attackers, so try not to enter areas with long lines of sight.

Tri-Stringer

A brand-new addition to Splatoon 3, the Tri-Stringer is a bow-like weapon. This version fires three shots at once, which makes it like a shotgun, and that is great for covering ground and hitting enemies without being precisely accurate. You can also charge your shots so the bolts burst into small ink explosions wherever they land, for extra damage and coverage. That said, it does not have the best damage, and if you fail to hit an opponent with all three bolts, you will need several shots to take them down.

Flingza Roller

Rollers have always been a lot of fun and some of the best melee weapons. The Flingza Roller does everything you want a roller to do. It can easily cover the ground as you run, while also having above-average range for its weapon type. However, its ranged attack, a vertical or horizontal fling, deals low damage. Still, you always want at least one roller type on your team in a Turf War, and if you are taking on that role, this is the most balanced one to pick.

Glooga Dualies

When it comes to early-game weapons, many people will be drawn to the dualies weapon type because, hey, using two guns is just cool. If you are a fan of akimbo guns (or rather, squirt guns), the Glooga Dualies are the best to pick. They have good range and damage and are lightweight, so your character stays fast, which can make a big difference in Splatoon 3 since every game is objective-based. Also, as a little secret, they get a damage boost when used right after a dodge roll, so keep moving, spray around you and turn up the heat on the competition.