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Master Splatoon 3 controls: Learn movement, Ink Form (ZL to swim), Humanoid Form, and key rules for faster movement and ink recovery.

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Master Splatoon 3 controls: Learn movement, Ink Form (ZL to swim), Humanoid Form, and key rules for faster movement and ink recovery.

Controls:

  • Left Stick: Movement
  • B: Jump
  • ZR: Fire weapon (ink)
  • ZL: Swim in ink
  • Y: Re-center camera
  • Motion Controls: Aim via controller tilt (gyro)

Core Movement System:

Ink Form (ZL):

  • Move faster in your own ink
  • Recover ink (ammo)
  • Harder for enemies to detect

Humanoid Form:

  • Required for attacking
  • Slower and more exposed

Key Rules:

  • Stay in your ink whenever possible
  • Avoid standing still in open areas
  • Use ink for both movement and defense
Tips
  • Swimming restores your ink supply.
  • Low ink means you are in a vulnerable state.
  • Always monitor your ink before engaging in combat.

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