CICADAMATA 3-3 Estuary Guide
Quick answer
3-3 Estuary is a Sphere 3 level. Use this route page for the Terminal location, 100,705 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
In the final stretch with the EXFIL submarine, pass the two green pipes and row of columns; the terminal is on the left-hand wall.
Open all Terminal locationsHow to Get DMND on 3-3
The target is 100,705 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
3-3 Estuary 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
In the final stretch with the EXFIL submarine, pass the two green pipes and row of columns; the terminal is on the left-hand wall.
| Item | Status |
|---|---|
| Terminal | Community Sourced |
| CCDA threshold | 100,705 |
| 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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