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The Neo Splash-o-matic is a new variant of the Splash-o-matic that was introduced this season. It retains the same accurate main weapon but changes the sub weapon to the Suction Bomb and the special weapon to the Triple Inkstrike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Splash-o-matic has been an extremely popular weapon alongside the Sloshing Machine since Splatoon 3\u2019s first Splatfest. Why does it seem to have fallen out of favor with so many of the top players? It\u2019s likely due to the number of nerfs that have been made to its sub and special weapons. However, both the Burst Bomb and Crab Tank have received numerous nerfs. This has resulted in the Burst Bomb being more difficult to use than before and the Crab Tank not being able to rampage across the battlefield the same as it used to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n On the other hand, the new Neo Splash-o-matic has different sub and special weapons than the Splash-o-matic. The Triple Inkstrike can cover large areas with its ink tornados which is good for reigning in opponents and taking control of areas. Additionally, it\u2019s one of the special weapons that can be used against the Crab Tank. With the nerfs to the Splash-o-matic and the introduction of the Neo Splash-o-matic, it\u2019s likely that many Splash-o-matic players made the move to the new variant. As an aside, the Sloshing Machine, which has been popular since the first Splatfest, was used by 64 players across the top 100 players of each team. Despite receiving multiple nerfs, it\u2019s still managing to hang around and stay popular. Maybe if we get a variant of the Sloshing Machine we\u2019ll see a similar change to the Splatfest Top 100 weapon usage charts.
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Originally, the Splash-o-matic was nicely complemented by its sub and special weapons which made it a favorite among players. While its damage output is low, it\u2019s an accurate weapon where players could count on its Burst Bomb to finish off opponents. Its special weapon, the Crab Tank, also made it possible to attack players that were out of the Splash-o-matic\u2019s reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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As a main weapon, the Splash-o-matic has a steady and accurate shot that\u2019s good for inking stages and holds a unique position among shooter weapons. For players that want that kind of control, switching to the Neo Splash-o-matic which has the same main weapon was probably a satisfactory compromise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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