The arcade original that introduced the three core heroes: Ax Battler, Tyris Flare, and Gilius Thunderhead.
While Golden Axe III was originally a Japan-exclusive, it is part of a larger franchise that includes both arcade classics and console-exclusive sequels:
Players must choose between Path A (top) and Path B (bottom) multiple times. Path B is generally considered more difficult, featuring more possessed heroes and tougher boss fights.
To practice specific stages or test different paths, you can use the built-in level select: Gameplay & Controls - Golden Axe III - GameFAQs - GameSpot
In 2-player mode, players can perform combined magic attacks by facing each other. Level Select Secret Code
A Genesis-exclusive sequel that refined the magic system and introduced new enemies.
Each character has a unique special move executed with Attack + Jump (e.g., Sarah's boomerang sword throw).