The Mobile Field Bases are a unique feature not seen in any other Mechwarrior game. In the campaign additional parts, weapons, and ammunition are acquired through the missions, captured supplies, and salvaged enemy Mechs.Īlso in the campaign, the player controls up to three squadmates, with the ability to issue basic orders such as attack, move, and return to the Mobile Field Bases (MFBs) for repairs. From the type and amount of armor used to various internal components, and all of the Mech's weaponry and ammunition. The player has near total control over the configuration of each of his or her Mechs. Mech customization is a major aspect of gameplay. During combat a Mech's weapons and critical components can be damaged, and it is even possible for entire limbs to be blown off of a Mech.
Mechs engage in combat with other mechs as well as traditional military vehicles such as tanks, helicopters, and occasional weapon emplacements. Mechs are giant armored robots and fitted with various projectile and energy weapons. Mechwarrior 3 is a first-person mecha simulation game, where the player pilots a Mech in each mission.
