Play Megaman 3 Online

Mega Man 3 came out on the NES in 1990, developed and published by Capcom. It arrived at a time when the console was well established, and platformers were a dominant genre, though few offered the kind of methodical, weapon-based action this series was known for.

You control the blue robot Mega Man, running, jumping, and shooting through stages to defeat eight Robot Masters. Your main goal is to progress through their themed levels, like the crumbling ruins of Snake Man or the magnetic hazards of Magnet Man, before confronting the mysterious Dr. Wily. Key mechanics include defeating bosses to steal their weapons, such as the Search Snake or Spark Shock, and using Rush the robotic dog for new mobility options like high jumps or coil-assisted springs. The game is challenging, demanding precise jumps and smart weapon selection, but it never feels unfair. It feels satisfying to finally outmaneuver a tough enemy or discover a useful shortcut with Rush.