Peashooter: Basic Attack Strategy

Learn the basic attack strategy for the Peashooter weapon in Cuphead. This guide covers its strengths, weaknesses, and effective use against various enemies and bosses.

The Peashooter is the default weapon in Cuphead, offering a reliable and straightforward projectile attack. While it may seem basic, mastering its use is crucial for early game success and can even be effective against later bosses with the right strategy.

• Primary Fire: Fires a rapid stream of peas in a straight line.
• Range: Short to medium.
• Damage: Moderate, but consistent.
• Pros: Easy to aim, rapid fire rate, good for beginners.
• Cons: Lower damage output compared to other weapons, limited effectiveness against fast-moving or spread-out enemies.

Strategy:

• Focus on staying at a medium range to maximize your hits while minimizing risk.
• Utilize the Peashooter's rapid fire to continuously pressure enemies and bosses.
• For bosses with predictable patterns, the Peashooter can be effective if you can consistently land hits.
• Consider pairing the Peashooter with a secondary weapon that offers more range or damage for tougher encounters.