SSX 3 GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Racing / Sports

SSX 3

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Advance
GenreRacing, Sports
DeveloperVisual Impact
PublisherEA Sports BIG
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesSSX
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

SSX 3 is a racing game released for the Game Boy Advance, developed by Visual Impact and published by EA Sports BIG. It blends racing and sports elements.

It is part of the SSX series; on the GBA you can also try SSX Tricky. Visual Impact also made Kill.switch, Ford Racing 3 and Corvette for the GBA.

SSX 3 supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a story or exploration rather than laps

What playing SSX 3 is like

Racing games range from realistic driving to kart racers with weapons and shortcuts. Races are short, making them great for quick sessions and split-screen rivalries.

Tip for newcomers: Learn each track's racing line and braking points; in kart racers, item strategy matters as much as driving.

SSX 3 gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

SSX 3 cheats & codes

9 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:

Always 1st Place3300005D 0001
Full Boost Meter830000A0 5400
Enable Code (Must Be On)0000065B 000A 1000EBA8 0007
Press Up For TurboD0000020 0040 8300006C 2900
Max Money In Shop83006068 967F 8300606A 0098
Max Stats-All Riders420001B8 3131 00000019 0002

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SSX 3 walkthroughs & guides

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Playing GBA games today

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SSX 3 FAQ

Who made SSX 3?

It was developed by Visual Impact and published by EA Sports BIG.

Is SSX 3 multiplayer?

Yes. SSX 3 supports up to 2 players.

How long does SSX 3 take to play?

As a racing game, SSX 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 SSX 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.

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