CICADAMATA 3-1 Cascade Guide
Quick answer
3-1 Cascade is a Sphere 3 level. Use this route page for the Terminal location, 88,978 CCDA score, Core to EXFIL walkthrough notes, DMND scoring priorities and current speedrun context.
Level Overview
Core to EXFIL Walkthrough
- Run the direct Core route once before adding Terminal, Murmur or DMND detours.
- Use the first successful clear to mark the safest enemy packs, Core order and EXFIL approach.
- After the basic line is stable, add scoring actions only where they feed ZONE or prevent late-route pressure.
Terminal Location
From the start, go north-west to the cargo ship. The terminal is on the outer wall of the bridge.
Open all Terminal locationsHow to Get DMND on 3-1
The target is 88,978 CCDA score. Speed protects Time Bonus, but DMND usually needs deliberate scoring: use Dash, Stomp, Spike or Void kills where they are safe, collect Cores cleanly and keep ZONE active through dense scoring sections.
- Build score before the EXFIL push.
- Use movement kills and stomp chains where the route allows it.
- Keep ZONE or Starstruck active through the final scoring stretch.
Any% / DMND% Benchmarks
No dated benchmark snapshot is listed for this main level yet. Check the Speedrun.com board before serious routing.
Previous / Next Level
3-1 Cascade is part of Sphere 3: Deepdive. Use this page for the level's Terminal answer, its CCDA threshold and the most relevant cleanup links.
Terminal Location
From the start, go north-west to the cargo ship. The terminal is on the outer wall of the bridge.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Terminal | Community Sourced |
| CCDA threshold | 88,978 |
| Sphere completion achievement | DROWNED |
Route Notes
- Learn the direct Core-to-EXFIL route before adding collectible detours.
- Add the Terminal pickup once your route through the main rooms is stable.
- For DMND attempts, build score before the final EXFIL push and keep multiplier uptime in mind.
Sources
| Source | What It Supports |
|---|---|
| GuideLVL - All Sphere Terminal Locations | Terminal location |
| Steam Community - CCDA clearance score thresholds | CCDA threshold |
| Exophase Achievements | Sphere achievement |
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Related Guides
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Sphere 3: Deepdive
Parent hub for Deepdive, including its three level routes and DMND cleanup.
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3-2 Runoff
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All Terminal Locations
The complete 18-Terminal table for EAT THE PATH cleanup.
DMND Rank Guide
Scoring values, multipliers and CCDA thresholds for DMND attempts.