Released in 1995 by Midway Games, Mortal Kombat 3 brings the aggressively fast arcade fighting action to the Sega Genesis. This entry shook up the series by introducing the dial-a-combo system and the run mechanic, shifting the gameplay away from methodical strikes and forcing players to close the distance quickly for high-damage sequences.
How to play
The objective is to defeat a ladder of combatants in best-of-three matches before finally facing Shao Kahn. Use the arrow keys (โ, โ, โ, โ) to move, jump, and crouch. Attack and defend using the keyboard mappings for the Genesis controller: press S (A button), X (B button), and Z (C button). Press Enter for Start, and Shift for the Mode button.
Tips
- An uppercut is one of the most reliable anti-air attacks in the game; crouch and punch to punish opponents who jump toward you.
- Memorise at least one reliable dial-a-combo sequence for your chosen character, as these predefined strings deal far more damage than individual hits.
- Take advantage of sweeps to safely knock down approaching enemies and give yourself time to reposition or mount a new offensive.
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