Tekken 3
About the Game
Tekken 3 is a single-player and multiplayer 3D fighting game that continues the King of Iron Fist Tournament series with a new storyline, an expanded roster, and major changes to the combat system. The story centers on Jin Kazama, grandson of Heihachi Mishima.
Gameplay & Core Systems
Raised by his mother Jun, Jin is unaware of his connection to the Mishima family’s violent legacy until a mysterious being known as Ogre attacks their home. Jun disappears during the attack, and Jin seeks out Heihachi for guidance. At its core, the gameplay retains the series’ one-on-one fighting structure but introduces several refinements. Jumping is reduced in height compared to earlier titles, resulting in faster, more grounded combat. Chain throws and extended combo possibilities expand the offensive system, while juggle mechanics allow skilled players to keep opponents airborne with precise timing.
Standout Features
- Characters can now sidestep into the foreground or background, giving battles a stronger three-dimensional feel.
- The character roster features a mix of returning veterans and newcomers.
- Classic fighters such as Heihachi, Paul Phoenix, Nina Williams, and Yoshimitsu return, while fifteen new characters are introduced.
- Arcade: In addition to standard Arcade, Versus, and Practice modes, the home version includes two bonus game types.
- Tekken Force is a side-scrolling beat ‘em up mode where players fight waves of enemies through multiple stages, with a hidden character available after completion.
- Tekken Ball is a unique mini-game resembling beach volleyball, where characters strike a large ball back and forth; points are scored by hitting the opponent with the ball or forcing them to miss.
- Matches are still fought across multiple rounds, with players aiming to deplete their opponent’s health bar through strikes, grapples, and counterattacks.
- Among the most notable are Jin Kazama, Hwoarang, Ling Xiaoyu, Eddy Gordo, Bryan Fury, Julia Chang, and Mokujin, a wooden training dummy who mimics the fighting styles of other characters.
Modes & Ways to Play
To lure Ogre into battle, Heihachi announces the King of Iron Fist Tournament 3, drawing warriors from around the world into the conflict.
Player support includes Same/Split-Screen, Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS), and 1-2 Players.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for Tekken 3 | Sony PlayStation 1 | PS1.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | Namco Limited | Japan | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Namco Limited | Japan | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Production I.G, Inc. | Japan | MobyGames |
| Published by | Namco Hometek Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Namco Limited | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Production I.G, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Manual by | Moore & Price Design Group Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Namco Limited | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Production I.G, Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Published by | Sony Computer Entertainment Europe Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Namco Limited | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Production I.G, Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Analog Controller | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Input Device Features Supported | Vibration | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Options | Same/Split-Screen | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS) | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Number of Players Supported | 1-2 Players | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-2 Players | PlayStation | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
| Genre | Fighting | North America | PriceCharting |
| Also compatible on | Playstation 2 | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | Namco | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | North America | PriceCharting |
| ESRB rating | Teen | North America | PriceCharting |
| Model number | #SLUS-00402 | North America | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1-2 players | North America | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Namco | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | Namco | Japan | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | Japan | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Fighting | Japan | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | Japan | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Namco | Japan | PriceCharting |
| Also compatible on | PAL Playstation 2 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Developer | Namco | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Fighting | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Model number | #SCES-01237 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1-2 players | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Sony Computer Entertainment Europe | PAL | PriceCharting |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 1998-03-26 | Japan | MobyGames |
| 1998-04-30 | United States | MobyGames |
| 1998-09 | Germany | MobyGames |
| 1998-09-01 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| 1998-03-26 | Japan | PriceCharting |
| 1998-09-12 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| 1998-04-29 | North America | PriceCharting |
| April 29, 1998 | North America | PriceCharting |
| March 26, 1998 | Japan | PriceCharting |
| September 12, 1998 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| EAN-13 | 4907892010475 | Japan | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLPS-01300 | Japan | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1702867535 | Japan | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 722674020794 | United States | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-00402 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B00000K2X5 | United States | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1468 | United States | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1639160841 | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SCES 01237 | Germany | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 711719743224 | Germany | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B000VRQO0M | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SCES 01237 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 711719742920 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 47658899 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B000056C34 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| asin | B00000K2X5 | North America | PriceCharting |
| epid | 1468 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 722674020794 | North America | PriceCharting |
| model | #SLUS-00402 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 4907892010475 | Japan | PriceCharting |
| upc | 711719743323 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 4907892010475 | Japan | PriceCharting |
| model | #SCES-01237 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 711719743323 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Data by MobyGames.com · Catalog data: PriceCharting
