Splatoon: The best tips and tricks
The colorful shooter Splatoon from Nintendo stands out from usual shooting games. We have summarized the best tips and tricks for successful color battles in this practical tip.
Splatoon: tips for combat strategy
- Splatoon is not about killing as many opponents as possible. The goal is to cover as many areas of the map as possible with paint. The most important basis is teamwork, in which the four of you try to win the match for yourself.
- Always keep an eye on the screen of the Wii U GamePad. The map is shown there and you can see at a glance which areas still need to be colored. Tap a teammate to jump straight there. This saves you from having to walk longer.
- If you move through your own ink as an octopus, you will be traveling much faster than on foot. This also makes them harder for enemies to see, especially if you are submerged and recharge your ink supply.
Use of secondary and special weapons in Splatoon
- Get an overview of the properties of your weapon. Each primary weapon is paired with a secondary and special weapon. Use secondary weapons like sticky bombs or tracer bombs to distract and surprise opponents. With the sprinkler you create an artificial barrier that serves as protection.
- If you have colored enough surface, the bar for the special attack fills up. Use this only when it is really worth it. A protective shield is particularly helpful if many enemies come too close to you. As an ink titanium, you are invulnerable for a short time and can color in peace. In the meantime, you can use the Tintzooka, a bazooka, to specifically target opponents.
Tips and tricks outside of the fight
- Each garment has passive capabilities with a different number of slots. You unlock passive skills, such as increased movement speed, by collecting experience points in battles. Choose clothes that suit your playing style and compensate for any weaknesses.
- Take part in the Splat festivals. For these special events, choose a page to join. If your team wins, you will receive a reward in the form of super shells. It allows you to expand the skill slots of your clothes or change a skill.
- Play through the Splatoon campaign in addition to the online multiplayer. You will receive new weapons and clothing that will be of great benefit to you, especially at the beginning. You can then buy the weapons you have unlocked in the shop.