Mega Man 3
The Blue Bomber's third adventure introduces sliding mechanics, Rush the robotic dog companion, and eight new Robot Masters with improved weapon energy management across 14 action-packed stages.
Platform
NES
Year
1990
Genre
Action-Platformer
Developer
Capcom
Controls
About This Game
Debuted the slide maneuver that became series staple, adding new defensive options and platforming strategies.
First appearance of Rush (Coil/Jet/Marine adaptors) and Proto Man - characters who would become central to the franchise lore.
Innovated with the 'Top' stage ranking system and introduced the first true intermissions between Robot Master stages.
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