You’ll need to know the Splatoon 3 maps like the back of your hand if you want to succeed in the ink-credible third-person shooter.
It’s time to eel-levate your knowledge of Splatoon 3 maps. As with any great shooter, knowing your surroundings is often the difference between a win and a loss. With that in mind, we’ve got an inkling that you’ll find our guide very useful.
Splatoon 3 is the latest entry in the popular series of Nintendo Switch third-person shooters. Unlike other entries in the genre, however, Splatoon asks you not to rack up the most frags, but to cover the map in as much ink as possible.
It goes without saying that this makes map knowledge even more important than usual. The series also boasts a vibrant aesthetic, most charmingly embodied in the Splatoon 3 idols. All in all, this makes for a unique twist on the classic third-person shooter formula.
Whether you’ve bought the full game, or are just jumping into the Splatoon 3 demo, you’ll definitely need to know as much about the game’s maps as possible. Fortunately, from the Splatlands to Greater Inkopolis, we’ve got you covered. With our help, you’ll know exactly what to expect in no time.
First off, we have Scorch Gorge. In many ways, this is an archetypical Splatoon map, making ample use of verticality and open spaces, spiced up with the occasional smattering of cover and one or two narrow alleyways.
If you find yourself at ground level, keep your eyes on the walkways as well as the central tower – don’t let an opportunistic sniper get the better of you. Consider familiarizing yourself with all the Splatoon 3 weapons so you know what to look out for.
In contrast to Scorch Gorge, Eeltail Alley is full of narrow pathways and criss-crossing intersections. You’ll need to keep your head on a swivel as you move through the maze of alleyways and side streets.
That said, it still has that classic Splatoon verticality, so it won’t all be Brellas and Brushes at short range. When this map’s in the rotation, you may want to consider close-up options if you know you’re headed to Eeltail Alley. And for slick evasion, you’ll definitely want to know how to do the Splatoon 3 Squid Roll technique.
This vibrant map offers an intriguing slice of Inkopolis life. From a gameplay perspective, this map is something of a hybrid, offering areas of tight corridors and verticality interspersed with wider, open areas.
