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Sonic the Hedgehog 3

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Defeat Dr. Robotnik's Ice Blaster Machine in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Act 2. Learn boss patterns and how to use the Insta-Shield.

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Defeat Dr. Robotnik's Ice Blaster Machine in Sonic the Hedgehog 3 Act 2. Learn boss patterns and how to use the Insta-Shield.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Run down the slope and grab the Insta-Shield.
  2. 2
    Run through the loop de loops and head across the bridge.
  3. 3
    Go through the next series of loop de loops, and Spin Dash through the tunnel.
  4. 4
    Hop across the ice blocks while avoiding the ice blasters.
  5. 5
    Go past the Starpost and head right.
  6. 6
    Jump over the Robotnik items; breaking them will cause you to lose all your Rings or lose a life.
  7. 7
    Use the purple spring boards to go to the surface.
  8. 8
    Run through the loop de loops and go past the Starpost.
  9. 9
    Go through the passageway to reach the boss battle.
  10. 10
    Boss Battle: Dr. Robotnik's Ice Blaster Machine - 8 Hits
  11. 11
    When the machine encircles itself with snowballs, make sure Sonic/Tails is on the right side of the screen.
  12. 12
    After a while, the ice balls will fly into the air and drop down shortly afterwards.
  13. 13
    Attack the machine, and you might be able to destroy it.
  14. 14
    If not, wait for it to repeat its moves.
Tips
  • Grab the Insta-Shield early in Act 2 for an advantage.
  • Be extremely careful to avoid the Robotnik items scattered throughout the level, as they can cause you to lose Rings or a life.
  • Position yourself on the right side of the screen when the machine uses its snowball attack.
  • Be patient during the boss fight; if you miss an attack opportunity, wait for the machine to repeat its pattern.

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