Twisted Metal III

About

Twisted Metal III is a chaotic vehicular showdown where players pilot armed cars through destructible arenas. Each match pits you against rivals in a battle of speed and strategy, using weapons and terrain to eliminate opponents. The game adds new characters and environments while overhauling mechanics from earlier entries. Solo mode follows a story where a mysterious figure named Calypso stages deadly competitions, twisting the winner’s prize into a trap. Local multiplayer lets friends join the mayhem, though controls can feel clunky at times. Despite mixed reactions to its 1998 release, the game carved a niche with its over-the-top violence and unpredictable twists. Critics noted a shift in style from previous entries, but fans appreciate the creative destruction and dark humor. The physics system lets you warp metal and send vehicles flying, making each match feel explosive. While it never reached the popularity of later entries, older players remember it for its chaotic charm and the return of Calypso’s twisted game show vibe.

Storyline

Twisted Metal III takes place two years after the events of Twisted Metal 2 and is a continuation of the previous game’s story. A mysterious man who goes by the name of Calypso returns with his Twisted Metal tournament, in which the winner is granted one wish. Calypso tends to twist the winner's wish, leaving them with an unfortunate demise.