Not long ago, Nintendo confirmed that Splatoon and Splatoon 2 weapons would return in the third game. Since then, the company’s been focusing on some specific pieces of equipment. The latest ones to show up ahead of Splatoon 3‘s debut again are two Rollers, specifically the Splat Roller and Dynamo Roller.
The Roller weapons are designed to focus on applying as much ink as possible to maps. These are based on paint rollers. When used, a player will run with the Roller on the ground, laying down ink until they run out. Someone can also tap to “fling” ink while jumping, which can be used to spread ink from a distance or attempt to hit a foe.
First, here’s a look at the typical Splat Roller as it shows up in Splatoon 3. It appeared in all three entries.
Let's take a look at the Splat Roller. This is an easy-handling roller that's a great introduction to the "rolling life." But make no mistake—it's plenty capable, especially if you can master both horizontal and vertical swings. pic.twitter.com/y98tfRGNRB
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 23, 2022
Next, here’s how the Dynamo Roller will look in Splatoon 3. It’s also appeared in all three entries.
For the advanced user, behold the Dynamo Roller! This heavyweight weapon swings more slowly than other rollers but offers more inkpower. Horizontal and vertical swings practically blanket the area with ink, making it a truly formidable flinger! And roller. It's still a roller. pic.twitter.com/TR7rkyynix
— Splatoon North America (@SplatoonNA) May 23, 2022
The other types of Roller are the Carbon Roller and Flingza Roller. The former appeared in every game. The latter debuted in Splatoon 2.
Splatoon 3 will come to the Nintendo Switch on September 9, 2022.
