☠ Special Moves, Fatalities, Babalities, Friendships, and Brutalities

Each fighter in Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 has their own unique set of special moves and brutal finishing techniques, including the iconic Fatalities, the playful Babalities, the fun Friendships, and the fierce Brutalities. These devastating and sometimes humorous attacks are a key part of the game's identity, allowing players to show off their skills and creativity in every battle.

Notes:

You can use WASD instead of when playing on PC.
The + symbol means the buttons should be pressed at the same time.
means Forward, means Back - assuming your character is on the left side of the screen.

Below you'll find a complete list of special moves, Fatalities, Babalities, Friendships, and Brutalities for every playable character in Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 for SEGA Genesis/Mega Drive.

Rain

Rain is a powerful ninja with control over water, using moves like Controller, Lighting Grab, and Super Roundhouse to overwhelm his enemies. His quick combos and devastating Brutality make him a fierce opponent in battle.

Controller:
Lighting Grab:
Super Roundhouse:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Reptile

Reptile is a fast and stealthy ninja, using moves like Acid Spit, Force Balls, and Invisibility to keep his enemies guessing. His quick Slide and Reverse Elbow give him excellent mobility, making him a tricky and unpredictable opponent.

Acid Spit:
Fast Force Ball:
Slow Force Ball:
Invisibility:
Reverse Elbow:
Slide:
Fatality 1 (Jump distance):
Fatality 2 (Sweep):
Babality:
Friendship (close):
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Stryker

Stryker is a tough cop who uses his weapons and quick moves to overwhelm opponents. His Rushing Attack, Baton Takedown, and grenades give him versatile options, while his Shoot Gun allows for ranged attacks.

Rushing Attack:
Baton Takedown:
Low Grenade:
High Grenade:
Shoot gun:
Fatality 1 (Full screen):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Jax vs Mileena in Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (SEGA Genesis)

Jax

Jax is a powerhouse with bionic arms, using moves like Gotcha Grab and Bionic Rush to close in on opponents. His Single Shot and Double Shot give him strong ranged attacks, while Backbreaker and Ground Smash deliver powerful close-range damage.

Gotcha Grab:
Bionic Rush:
Single Shot:
Double Shot:
Backbreaker:
Ground Smash:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Far):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Nightwolf

Nightwolf is a skilled warrior who uses powerful moves like Shadow Shoulder and Red Shadow Shoulder. His Arrow Shot and Hatchet Swipe offer both ranged and close combat, while Projectile Reflection allows him to deflect attacks.

Shadow Shoulder:
Red Shadow Shoulder:
Arrow Shot:
Hatchet Swipe:
Projectile Reflection:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Far):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Jade

Jade is a fast fighter with powerful projectile attacks. She uses Shadow Kick and Boomerangs (low, mid, high) to control the fight, while Projectile Invincibility makes her immune to ranged attacks.

Shadow Kick:
Low Boomerang:
Mid Boomerang:
High Boomerang:
Projectile Invincibility:
Return Low Boomerang:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Noob Saibot

Noob Saibot is a shadowy assassin with moves like Clone Throw to trap foes and Teleport Slam for surprise attacks. His No Block Ball bypasses defenses, making him a deadly opponent.

Clone Throw:
Teleport Slam:
No Block Ball:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Sonya

Sonya is a skilled fighter with a mix of agility and power. She uses Energy Rings for ranged attacks, the Leg Throw to trip her opponents, and the Wave Punch for quick strikes. Her signature Bicycle Kick delivers a relentless barrage of powerful kicks.

Energy Rings:
Leg Throw:
Wave Punch:
Bicycle Kick:
Fatality 1:
Fatality 2 (More than half screen):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Kano

Kano is a fierce fighter with moves like Grab and Shake and Knife Uppercut for close combat. His Knife Throw and Ball Roll offer range and control, while Air Take Down adds versatility in the air.

Grab and Shake:
Knife Uppercut:
Knife Throw:
Upwards Ball Roll:
Air Take Down:
Ball Roll:
Fatality 1 (Sweep):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:
Combo 5:

Mileena

Mileena is a deadly fighter with quick, unpredictable moves. Her Sai Throw allows her to attack from a distance, while the Air Kick and Ground Roll give her excellent mobility and the ability to surprise opponents both in the air and on the ground.

Sai Throw:
Air Kick:
Ground Roll:
Fatality 1 (Far):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Sub-Zero

Sub-Zero is a master of ice, using moves like Freeze to immobilize his enemies and Ice Shower for a devastating ranged attack. His Ice Statue can trap opponents, while his Slide lets him quickly close the gap.

Freeze:
Ice Statue:
Ice Shower:
Ice Shower (front):
Ice Shower (behind):
Slide:
Fatality 1 (Sweep):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Classic Sub-Zero

Classic Sub-Zero is a skilled ninja with ice-based attacks. He can Freeze opponents to set up combos, use Ground Freeze to stop enemies in their tracks, and quickly close the gap with his Slide.

Freeze:
Ground Freeze:
Slide:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Stage:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Kung Lao

Kung Lao is a quick and agile fighter, known for his deadly hat and swift moves. He uses his Hat Throw for long-range attacks, Teleport to confuse opponents, and his Spin to overwhelm them up close. His Flying Kick adds an aerial offensive to his arsenal.

Hat Throw:
Teleport:
Spin:
Flying Kick:
Fatality 1:
Fatality 2 (Inside sweep):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Sektor

Sektor is a high-tech fighter with deadly, ranged attacks. He uses Missile and Smart Missile to deal damage from a distance, while his Teleport Punch allows him to strike unexpectedly and close the gap quickly.

Missile:
Missile (Smart):
Teleport Punch:
Fatality 1 (Sweep):
Fatality 2 (Far):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Kitana

Kitana is a skilled and graceful fighter, known for her agility and deadly fans. She uses Fan Lift to launch opponents into the air, Fan Toss for long-range attacks, and Air Punch to strike in mid-air, making her a versatile threat in any fight.

Fan Lift:
Fan Toss:
Air Punch:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:

Ermac

Ermac is a powerful telekinetic fighter, using his mind to control the battlefield. His Green Blast and Teleport Punch allow for quick, ranged attacks, while his Telekinetic Slam brings devastating force up close, making him a formidable opponent.

Green Blast:
Teleport Punch:
Telekinetic Slam:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Sweep):
Stage:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Scorpion

Scorpion is a relentless ninja known for his fiery attacks and swift moves. He uses his iconic Spear to pull opponents in, the Teleport Punch to strike unexpectedly, and the Air Throw to take down foes while airborne.

Spear:
Teleport Punch:
Air Throw:
Fatality 1 (Jump distance):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Cyrax

Cyrax is a cyber-ninja with powerful attacks like Green Net to trap foes, Teleport for quick strikes, and Bomb Toss for ranged damage. His Air Throw lets him dominate enemies in the air.

Green Net:
Teleport:
Near Bomb Toss:
Far Bomb Toss:
Air throw (When an enemy in the air):
Fatality 1:
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Kabal

Kabal is a fast and lethal fighter, known for his speed and devastating attacks. He uses Eye Spark for ranged damage, Top Spin for quick close combat, and the Ground Saw to deal heavy damage from a distance.

Eye Spark:
Top Spin:
Ground Saw:
Fatality 1 (Outside sweep):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Sindel

Sindel is a sorceress with powerful attacks like Fireball and Fireball in the air for ranged offense. Her Scream stuns foes, and Float lets her stay airborne, making her a versatile and deadly fighter.

Fireball:
Fireball (In the air):
Scream:
Float:
Fatality 1 (Sweep):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:

Smoke

Smoke is a fast ninja with moves like Harpoon to pull enemies in and Teleport Uppercut for surprise attacks. His Air Throw dominates in the air, and Invisibility lets him vanish to strike unexpectedly.

Harpoon:
Teleport Uppercut:
Air Throw:
Invisibility:
Fatality 1 (Across screen):
Fatality 2 (Sweep):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship (Across screen):
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Liu Kang

Liu Kang is a skilled martial artist known for his fast and powerful attacks. He uses High Fireball and Low Fireball for ranged offense, Flying Kick to close the gap quickly, and his signature Bicycle Kick for a relentless barrage of strikes.

High Fireball:
Low Fireball:
Flying Kick:
Bicycle Kick:
Fatality 1:
Fatality 2:
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Combo 4:

Shang Tsung

Shang Tsung is a powerful sorcerer with moves like Single, Double, and Triple Fireballs for ranged offense. His Morph ability lets him transform into any fighter, using their special moves to gain the upper hand.

Single Fireball:
Double Fireballs:
Triple Fireballs:
Triple Ground Fireballs:
Fatality 1 (Close):
Fatality 2 (Close):
Stage:
Babality:
Friendship:
Brutality:
Combo 1:
Combo 2:
Combo 3:
Morph to Cyrax:
Morph to Classic Sub-Zero:
Morph to Ermac:
Morph to Jade:
Morph to Jax:
Morph to Kabal:
Morph to Kano:
Morph to Kitana:
Morph to Kung Lao:
Morph to Liu Kang:
Morph to Mileena:
Morph to Nightwolf:
Morph to Noob Saibot:
Morph to Rain:
Morph to Reptile:
Morph to Scorpion:
Morph to Sektor:
Morph to Sindel:
Morph to Sonya:
Morph to Smoke:
Morph to Stryker:
Morph to Sub-Zero:

🗝 Cheats and Secrets

Cheat Mode

Unlock powerful cheats that will add a new layer of fun to your battles. On the title screen where you see "Start Game" and "Options," enter the following button sequence:

JKLLJ

If entered correctly, you'll hear a sound, and a new menu called "Cheats", "Secrets", and "Killer Codes" will appear in the main menu.

Character selection screen of Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3, showing various fighters available for selection

Random Select

Choose a random fighter for unpredictable and exciting matches.

To activate Random Select, hold and press Enter at the character selection screen. This will randomly select a fighter for you, adding an element of surprise to every battle.

🔧 Technical Details

Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 (UMK3) stands as one of the most iconic fighting games in the genre and a remarkable achievement for its time. Released in 1995, the game impressed not only with its gameplay innovations but also with the technical details that set it apart from other games of the era. Let's dive into some key aspects that made UMK3 technically outstanding.

🎨 Graphics and Animation

UMK3 uses digitized sprite technology, allowing for detailed character images based on real actors and their movements. These sprites provided smooth animations and stunning visual effects, which were cutting-edge at the time.

The game's graphics supported high resolution for its era, making UMK3 visually impressive. Effects like explosions, finishing moves, and other special effects were created using advanced technology for that time, making the game visually striking.

🎶 Audio

The visual effects of UMK3 were complemented by its engaging sound design. The game featured original music that perfectly matched the atmosphere of intense, fatal battles. Sound effects for attacks, finishing moves, and environmental sounds helped to build tension and dynamism, enhancing the gameplay experience.

Additionally, UMK3 included memorable character voice lines, such as the iconic "Get over here!" and "Toasty!", which became legendary in gaming culture.

🕹️ Controls and Adaptation

On arcade machines, UMK3 utilized specialized hardware that enabled fast processing of animations, special effects, and complex character movements. Unlike many other games of the time, UMK3 could handle multiple complex animations on-screen simultaneously without significant performance drops. This allowed for dynamic, action-packed battles that were even more impressive on arcade machines.

For arcade machines, the game used a standard 6-button controller, allowing players to effectively execute all of a character's unique moves. On console versions, the control schemes were adapted for 3 or 6 buttons, ensuring that the gameplay remained intuitive and smooth.

⚡ Processor and Performance

💥 Gameplay and Physics

The gameplay of UMK3 is characterized by its fast pace and high intensity, requiring quick reflexes and strategic thinking. The input system was optimized for the time, making it easy for players to execute complex combos and finishing moves like Fatalities and Babalities.

Physically, the game used a complex system for calculating character movements and interactions, making collisions and strikes appear realistic (by the standards of the time), adding to the immersion.

🔑 Secrets and Hidden Features

One of the defining features of UMK3 is the numerous secrets and hidden features that players could unlock as they progressed. This included hidden characters, additional game modes, and cheat codes. These secrets often altered the gameplay, providing new experiences and increasing the game's replay value.

Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 remains a standout example of the technological prowess of its time, combining advanced graphics, sound, and gameplay mechanics. Despite the years that have passed since its release, the game continues to be a beloved classic among fighting game fans, thanks to its technical depth and groundbreaking solutions.