Unlocking the Wooden Warrior: How to Get Mokujin in Tekken 3
Mokujin, the enigmatic wooden training dummy who mimics the fighting styles of other characters, is a unique and beloved addition to the Tekken roster. In Tekken 3, unlocking this character requires a bit of dedication. The primary method to unlock Mokujin is by completing Arcade mode a total of four times. This means you need to fight your way through the Arcade mode with four different characters. After each playthrough, a new character will become available, and after the fourth completion, Mokujin joins the fray.
Delving Deeper: Unlocking Mokujin and Beyond
While unlocking Mokujin is relatively straightforward, understanding the nuances of character unlocks in Tekken 3 can enhance your overall gaming experience. Each character you use to beat Arcade mode adds another fighter to the selectable roster. This systematic approach makes the unlocking process a rewarding journey through the game’s cast. Keep in mind that patience and persistence are key, as you’ll need to master different fighting styles to efficiently complete the Arcade mode multiple times.
Mastering Character Unlocks in Tekken 3
The unlocking process in Tekken 3 is designed to encourage players to explore different characters and fighting styles. By forcing you to play through the game with a variety of fighters, you’ll gain a better understanding of the game’s mechanics and discover new strategies. This method of unlocking characters also adds to the game’s replayability, providing a continuous stream of new content and challenges.
Tekken 3: Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Let’s address some of the common questions players have about Tekken 3, including character unlocks, hidden modes, and other secrets.
1. How do I unlock Anna Williams in Tekken 3?
To unlock Anna Williams, you need to complete Arcade mode a total of five times with different characters. Each completion unlocks a new character, and after the fifth run, Anna will be available for selection.
2. How do I unlock Bryan Fury in Tekken 3?
Bryan Fury requires you to complete Arcade mode six times with six different characters. This makes him one of the later characters you’ll unlock in the game.
3. How do I unlock Gun Jack in Tekken 3?
Gun Jack is unlocked by completing Arcade mode with three different characters. He’s one of the earlier characters you can obtain, making him relatively accessible.
4. Is there a faster way to unlock characters in Tekken 3?
Unfortunately, there isn’t a significantly faster method. The game is designed to unlock characters sequentially by completing Arcade mode multiple times. While you could lower the difficulty to make the Arcade mode easier, the fundamental process remains the same.
5. How do I unlock Doctor Boskonovitch in Tekken 3?
There are two methods to unlock Doctor Boskonovitch. The first is to defeat him at the end of Tekken Force mode after completing it four times. The second method involves selecting any character a whopping 700 times, provided the game tracks character usage.
6. How do I access Tekken Ball mode?
Tekken Ball is a fun mini-game accessible by beating the game with all of the original characters. This requires significant playtime and dedication.
7. Are there any cheat codes for Tekken 3?
Yes, there is one notable “cheat” that allows access to a debug menu. From the main screen, enter Practice Mode. Choose your characters and start a 1P Freestyle game. When the 1P Freestyle menu appears (before the fight starts), press L1, L2, R1, R2, and Circle simultaneously. This should enable debug commands involving the Select button.
8. Is Devil Jin playable in Tekken 3?
No, Devil Jin is not playable in Tekken 3. He first became playable in Tekken 5. In Tekken 3, Jin Kazama is the playable character, and his devil form appears in later installments.
9. Who is the “Unknown” character in the Tekken series?
Unknown is a non-canonical character who serves as the main antagonist in the Tekken Tag Tournament games. She did not appear in Tekken 3.
10. Why is Kazuya not in Tekken 3?
Kazuya Mishima was considered dead in the Tekken storyline at the time of Tekken 3. He was replaced by his son, Jin Kazama, as the main protagonist.
11. Why did they remove Mokujin in some Tekken games?
Mokujin’s absence in certain Tekken games, like Tekken 4 and Tekken 7, is often attributed to his role as a harbinger of supernatural threats. When there’s no significant supernatural evil, Mokujin doesn’t awaken. In Tekken 4, Combot served a similar mimicry function.
12. What is Mokujin’s purpose in the Tekken universe?
Mokujin is a spiritually sensitive animated training dummy who acts as a guardian against supernatural evil. He awakens when a significant threat arises to protect the world.
13. What does “Mokujin” mean in English?
Mokujin’s name, written as 木人 in kanji, literally translates to “wooden person”. His fighting style is known as Mokujin-ken, meaning “Wooden person fist.”
14. Which characters are considered the weakest in Tekken?
Characters often considered weaker due to their unique or comedic fighting styles include Kuma & Panda, P. Jack, and Gon.
15. Who is considered the main villain in the Tekken series?
Heihachi Mishima is widely regarded as the main antagonist of the Tekken series, though Kazuya’s role as a major antagonist cannot be ignored.
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Unlocking Mokujin and all the other secrets in Tekken 3 requires dedication and skill, but the rewards are well worth the effort. Happy fighting!