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1997

Tekken 3

Short Overview

Tekken 3 is not only one of the most successful entries in the Tekken series, it is also one of the greatest arcade fighting games ever made. Released in 1997, the classic raised the bar for the genre with new characters, faster gameplay, and spectacular 3D graphics. For many players it was their first real taste of what an arcade could be.

Tekken 3

Basics

  • Release1997
  • DeveloperNamco
  • ProducerHajime Nakatani
  • Genre3D Fighting
  • Players1–2 players
  • HardwareNamco System 12

What Makes This Cabinet Special

Over 20 playable charactersSidestep movementDistinct martial arts stylesSpectacular combos and throws

Controls

8-way joystickLeft hand and right hand buttonsLeft leg and right leg buttons

Play It Live!

Pick your favourite fighter, master the legendary combos, and prove that you are the champion of the King of Iron Fist Tournament at the Arcade Hungary museum!

Insert Coin

The King of Iron Fist Tournament Continues

The story picks up 19 years after the events of Tekken 2: the world's finest martial artists clash once again at the King of Iron Fist Tournament, while an ancient, mysterious being called Ogre hunts down the strongest fighters. Pick your favourite fighter, master the special moves, and defeat your opponents in best-of-three bouts. Every character has a distinct fighting style, combo set, and signature throws, so winning takes tactics as much as fast reflexes.

Did You Know?

Tekken 3 was the first entry to run on Namco System 12 hardware. The new technology made character animation smoother and the fights faster, turning the game into a milestone in the history of 3D fighters.

Fun Facts

  • It introduced Jin Kazama, Hwoarang, Ling Xiaoyu, Eddy Gordo, and Bryan Fury.
  • Tekken 3 brought in the sidestep, which added a whole new dimension to the fights.
  • It became one of the most successful arcade fighting games worldwide.
  • The PlayStation version is one of the highest-rated console fighting games of all time.

Why Did It Become Legendary?

Tekken 3 struck a perfect balance between controls anyone can pick up and a fighting system with real depth. Thanks to its fluid animation, its varied roster, and its spectacular combos, it is still regarded as a benchmark for the genre almost thirty years later.

Who Is It For?

Whether you are just getting into fighting games or you are a long-time Tekken fan, Tekken 3 is guaranteed to be memorable. For two players it is still one of the best arcade duels around.