Play Tom & Jerry 3 Online

Tom & Jerry 3 came out for the NES in 1998, developed by Bits Studios and published by Hi Tech Expressions. It was a late release for the system, arriving well into the 32-bit era, but it offered a straightforward platforming experience that felt familiar to anyone who grew up with the console. The game sticks to the classic cat and mouse rivalry, putting you in control of either character across a series of themed stages.

You move through each level from left to right, avoiding hazards like falling anvils or bouncing springs while trying to either catch Jerry (as Tom) or evade Tom (as Jerry). The main objective changes depending on which character you pick; Tom must catch Jerry before time runs out, while Jerry needs to collect cheese and reach the exit. Signature mechanics include using items scattered around the stage, such as throwing bones or setting mousetraps, and navigating multi-tiered levels with plenty of vertical climbing. The pacing is brisk, and the difficulty can spike unexpectedly in later stages. It feels like a frantic, sometimes clumsy race against the clock.