Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition is an American football video game that was released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) and Sega Genesis in 1995. As you mentioned, it's part of the Tecmo Super Bowl series and is known for its enjoyable arcade-style football gameplay.
How to play
It's part of the Tecmo Super Bowl series and is known for its enjoyable arcade-style football gameplay. In this game, you can choose from various NFL teams and players to compete in a simulated football season.
Controls for Tecmo Super Bowl III: Final Edition (SNES):
- Directional Pad (D-Pad): Use the D-Pad to move your player on the field.
- A Button: Press A to hike the ball (snap it to your quarterback), select plays, and pass the ball when controlling the quarterback.
- B Button: Use the B button to sprint with the player who has the ball, tackle opponents when on defense, and dive when on offense to attempt to reach the end zone.
- X Button: The X button allows you to change the player you control on defense and is used for diving tackles when on defense.
- Y Button: This button is used for player swaps on offense, and it also allows you to jump and swat passes when on defense.
- L and R Buttons: These buttons are typically used to cycle through offensive plays or defensive formations.
- Start Button: Press Start to pause the game, access the menu, and make substitutions.
- Select Button: The Select button doesn't have a significant function in gameplay.
Basic Gameplay:
Select Your Team: At the start of the game, you can choose an NFL team to control.
Choose Plays: When on offense, you can select plays from a menu. Each play has a description and diagram to help you understand its strategy. Use the A button to snap the ball and execute the selected play.
Execute Plays: On offense, your goal is to move the ball down the field and score touchdowns or field goals. On defense, you aim to stop the opposing team from advancing and force turnovers.
Scoring: In Tecmo Super Bowl III, you earn points by scoring touchdowns (6 points) and extra point kicks (1 point) or two-point conversions (2 points) after a touchdown. You can also score field goals (3 points) by kicking the ball through the uprights.
Progress Through the Season: Play through a simulated NFL season, facing various opponents and trying to make it to the playoffs and ultimately win the Super Bowl.
The game is known for its fast-paced, arcade-style gameplay and is enjoyable for both casual and dedicated football fans. It's a classic in the sports gaming genre and has a nostalgic appeal for many players.
