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PlayStation · Fighting
Tekken 3
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 (originally 1996) |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Tekken |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 13 |
Tekken 3 is a fighting game released in 1998 for the PlayStation, developed by Namco. This PS1 release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1996.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II. Among the 106 PS1 fighting games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.
It is part of the Tekken series; on the PS1 you can also try Tekken 2 and Tekken. The series also appears on other systems with Tekken Advance (GBA) and Tekken Card Challenge (WonderSwan). Namco also made Ace Combat 3, Air Combat and R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 for the PS1.
Tekken 3 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Tekken 3 is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Tekken 3 cheats & codes
11 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D00ABA60
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|---|---|
| P1 Massive Damage | 800B8B94
FFFF |
| P2 Massive Damage | 800B8B74
FFFF |
| Infinite Force Mode Time | 800ADBCC
FFFF |
| Infinite Health P1 | 300A961E
008C |
| Infinite Health P2 | 300AAEAA
008C |
Tekken 3 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Tekken 3.
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Tekken 3 FAQ
When did Tekken 3 come out on the PS1?
Tekken 3 was released for the PlayStation in 1998; the original game dates back to 1996.
Who made Tekken 3?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Tekken 3 multiplayer?
Yes. Tekken 3 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Tekken 3 take to play?
As a fighting game, Tekken 3 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Tekken 3 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.