Ys III: Wanderers from Ys introduces a new battle system that allows Adol to control his sword in various directions, a departure from the traditional "bumping into enemies" system. The game's perspective also shifts to a side-scrolling view, adding a new layer of depth to the gameplay experience. Additionally, Adol gains the ability to jump and wields magical rings that grant him enhanced powers such as healing and shielding. These items are used in conjunction with key findings to solve puzzles and progress the story.