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Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Notes and Strategy (31)

Navigate Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Act 2 with this comprehensive guide. Learn strategies for the Bomber Ship mini-boss, Giant Ring special stages, and Dr. Robotnik's Fireball Shooter Machine.

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Navigate Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Act 2 with this comprehensive guide. Learn strategies for the Bomber Ship mini-boss, Giant Ring special stages, and Dr. Robotnik's Fireball Shooter Machine.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Bomber Ship Mini-Boss: Jump on the Bomber Ship and bounce on it to score hits. If it flies up, jump off and wait for it to descend. Avoid the boosters underneath. If it fires a flamethrower, a Flame Shield will protect you.
  2. 2
    Act 2 - Tunnel: Spin Dash through the tunnel and hold Right to break through boulders.
  3. 3
    Special Stage: Enter the Giant Ring to access the Special Stage.
  4. 4
    After Special Stage: Upon reappearing, drop down and head right. Cross the bridge, Spin Dash through boulders, and collect a Water Shield.
  5. 5
    Hills and Switch: Go up the hills, Spin Dash through the tunnel, and use the spring to reach a switch. Press the switch to drain water.
  6. 6
    Post-Water: Drop down, head right, pass the Starpost, and cross the wooden bridge. Climb ledges and head right. Defeat the Bloominator and run through the loop de loop.
  7. 7
    Waterfall Platforms: When going left, wait for platforms to appear before crossing the waterfall.
  8. 8
    Second Water Shield: Spin Dash through boulders and collect a Water Shield.
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    Bridge and Tunnel: Head right, cross the bridge, run past the Starpost, and Spin Dash through the tunnel.
  10. 10
    Flying Battery Blimp: Upon emerging, run right. The Flying Battery Blimp will drop bombs; keep running to dodge them.
  11. 11
    Robotnik Encounter: As you pass through trees, Robotnik will appear in the background. He will then appear on the left side of the screen near a waterfall.

Boss Battle:

  1. Dr. Robotnik's Fireball Shooter Machine: This boss requires 8 hits.
Tips
  • Be careful of the Bomber Ship's boosters.
  • A Flame Shield protects against the Bomber Ship's flamethrower.
  • Use Spin Dash to break through boulders and tunnels.
  • Wait for platforms to appear before crossing the waterfall.
  • Keep running to dodge bombs dropped by the Flying Battery Blimp.

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