Game Boy Advance · Fighting
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper
| System | Game Boy Advance |
|---|---|
| Released | 2002 |
| Genre | Fighting |
| Developer | Crawfish Interactive |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | Street Fighter |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
Released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper is a fighting game developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by Capcom. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Street Fighter Alpha 3.
It came out in the GBA's second year on the market. Other notable GBA releases from 2002 include Sonic Advance 2, Metroid Fusion and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Four Swords.
It is part of the Street Fighter series; on the GBA you can also try Super Street Fighter II Turbo: Revival. The series also appears on other systems with Street Fighter Alpha (PS1) and Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers (Genesis). Crawfish Interactive also made Defender of the Crown, Ballistic: Ecks vs. Sever and Nicktoons Racing for the GBA.
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper 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've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper 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.
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper cheats & codes
4 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:
| Unlock All Modes | 320064E8
00FF |
|---|---|
| Unlock All Fighters | 320064E9
00FF |
| Enable Code (Must Be On) | 00007BF5
000A
1002CF80
0007 |
| Unlock All Game Options | 82006500
FFFF
82006502
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Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper walkthroughs & guides
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Playing GBA games today
The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper FAQ
When did Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper come out on the GBA?
Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper was released for the Game Boy Advance in 2002.
Who made Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper?
It was developed by Crawfish Interactive and published by Capcom.
Is Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper multiplayer?
Yes. Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper supports up to 2 players.
How long does Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper take to play?
As a fighting game, Street Fighter Alpha 3 Upper 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.
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