Virtua Fighter Classic
Virtua Fighter 3
Sega Dreamcast · Fighting
Virtua Fighter 3
Certified classic
| System | Sega Dreamcast |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Sega AM2 |
| Publisher | Sega |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Virtua Fighter |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 12 |
Released for the Sega Dreamcast, Virtua Fighter 3 is a fighting game developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.
Among the 38 Dreamcast fighting games in our database, it ranks #3 by legacy score.
It is part of the Virtua Fighter series. The series also appears on other systems with Virtua Fighter (32X) and Virtua Fighter Kids (Saturn). Sega AM2 also made Shenmue, Shenmue II and 18 Wheeler: American Pro Trucker for the Dreamcast.
Virtua Fighter 3 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the Dreamcast's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Virtua Fighter 3 is like
Fighting games pit two characters against each other in short one-on-one bouts. Depth comes from learning special moves, combos and each character's strengths.
Tip for newcomers: Pick one character and learn their basic special moves before branching out. Fighting games are at their best against a friend at a similar skill level.
Virtua Fighter 3 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing Dreamcast games today
Dreamcast games still feel inventive and colorful, and many have been re-released on later platforms. The console also has a remarkably active homebrew scene for a system that left shelves so long ago.
Virtua Fighter 3 FAQ
Who made Virtua Fighter 3?
It was developed by Sega AM2 and published by Sega.
Is Virtua Fighter 3 multiplayer?
Yes. Virtua Fighter 3 supports up to 2 players.
How long does Virtua Fighter 3 take to play?
As a fighting game, Virtua Fighter 3 typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Virtua Fighter 3 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.