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Stop Robotnik in Hidden Palace
Sonic the Hedgehog 3

Stop Robotnik in Hidden Palace

Use Debug Mode to stop Robotnik from stealing the Master Emerald in Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Hidden Palace Zone after defeating Knuckles.

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Use Debug Mode to stop Robotnik from stealing the Master Emerald in Sonic the Hedgehog 3's Hidden Palace Zone after defeating Knuckles.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    As Sonic or Tails, after defeating Knuckles, proceed to the right to witness a cutscene (a short, non-interactive scene).
  2. 2
    Activate Debug Mode.
  3. 3
    Use Debug Mode to travel further right.
  4. 4
    You will encounter Robotnik without the Master Emerald.
  5. 5
    Observe Robotnik electrocute an invisible Knuckles.
  6. 6
    Remain in the area; Robotnik will not leave.
  7. 7
    Hit Robotnik exactly 100 times.
Tips
  • Debug Mode allows you to manipulate the game environment and characters.
  • Ensure you land exactly 100 hits on Robotnik to trigger the explosion of his Emerald Grabber Machine.

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