Jak 3 facts for kids

Jak 3 is an exciting video game for the PlayStation 2 console. It was made by a company called Naughty Dog. This game is the third one in the popular Jak and Daxter series. It continues the adventures of the hero Jak and his funny sidekick, Daxter.

The Story of Jak 3

The game starts one year after the events of Jak II. Jak, Daxter, and their bird friend Pecker are sent away from their home city, Haven City, into the harsh desert. They are found by a group of people led by Damas. Jak has to prove himself in a fighting arena to show he is strong and worthy. He wins the fight, which saves his life.

Jak and Daxter then begin to explore the desert. They meet new characters like Seem, a monk, and Errol. They slowly become friends with some important people in a new city called Spargus. Jak and Daxter take on many missions. They also search the desert for special artifacts and explore out of curiosity.

Later in the game, Ashelin, a key character from Jak II, asks Jak to return to Haven City. Jak is still angry because he was unfairly sent away. He refuses at first, saying he doesn't care about Haven City.

However, Jak eventually decides to go back. He meets his old friends again. He also gains amazing new light powers. These powers let him fly, create a shield around himself, slow down time, and even heal himself. With these new abilities, Jak helps save both Haven City and Spargus City from many attacks.

Near the end of the game, Jak discovers a big secret. Damas, the leader who found him in the desert, was actually his father. Another character named Veger had taken Jak away from Damas a long time ago. Jak chases Veger into the catacombs. There, he meets the mysterious Precursors, who are ancient beings. It is also revealed that Daxter is a Precursor too! Jak and Daxter are then sent to stop Errol, who is causing trouble.

After Errol is defeated, Jak, Daxter, and all their friends gather in the arena. The Precursors then give an important speech, marking the end of their big adventure.

Main Characters in Jak 3

• Jak: He is the main hero, or main character, of the game series. He is always joined by his best friend, Daxter.

• Daxter: Daxter is Jak's loyal sidekick. He usually sits on Jak's shoulder during their adventures. Daxter is very energetic and funny, which makes the game more entertaining. You can even play as Daxter in some parts of this game!

• Ashelin: Ashelin used to be part of the Krimzon Guard, a security force. But she changed sides when she realized what her father was doing was wrong. Now, she is the main leader of Haven City. She has started a new group called the Freedom League to protect the city.

• Samos: Samos is like a wise teacher, or "mentor," to Jak and Daxter. He also controls Green Eco, a type of energy. In Jak II, he was known as The Shadow, who led a secret group fighting against Baron Praxis.

• Keira: Keira helps Jak with his missions by using her skills with machines and technology. She is also Jak's love interest, and he is hers.

• Pecker: Pecker is a talking bird who often goes on missions with Jak and Daxter. He was sent into the desert with them. Pecker usually stays with Onin, who is like his human "mother." But during most of the game, he becomes Damas's advisor. Pecker and Daxter often argue, but it's usually just their way of showing they are friends.

• Torn: Torn was part of The Underground, the group that fought against the bad guys in Jak II. He and Ashelin often work together. Torn became friends with Jak in a tough way in Jak II, but he still doesn't get along with Daxter very well. He helps Ashelin with the Freedom League's work.

• Damas: Damas is Jak's father. He was the king of Spargus City and, before that, the leader of Haven City. Sadly, he dies when his own car flips over onto him.

Images for kids

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  This is a gameplay picture from Jak 3. You can see the player using Dark Jak, a powerful form that returns from Jak II, to fight enemies.

See also

In Spanish: Jak 3 para niños