Sonic the Hedgehog 3

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Sonic the Hedgehog 3, often abbreviated and officially known in Europe as Sonic 3, is a platform game in the Sonic the Hedgehog series for the Mega Drive/Genesis.

The game is closely tied to its sequel Sonic & Knuckles, as the two games were originally one until time constraints and cartridge costs forced the game to be split into two interlocking parts. Combined, both games have sold over 4 million copies.

Table of Contents

Gameplay

• Controls
• Characters
• Bonus stages
• Special stages

Walkthrough

• Zones

Appendices

• Items
• Cheats
• Achievements

Bonus Stages

In Sonic 2 jumping in to the stars above a star post brings you to the special stage, however in Sonic 3 you are brought to a bonus stage instead. The goal is to try and collect as many useful items as possible. The items available are: To enter a bonus Stage you need to pass a Starpost with 50 or more rings. Stars will appear above the starpost. Jump into the stars to enter the bonus stage.

Items

	Gives you an extra live.
	Does nothing.
	You bounce off these when hit.
	Replaces the springs at the bottom.
	Gives you 10 rings.
	Gives you the lightning shield.
	Gives you the flame shield.
	Gives you the water shield.