Fatal Fury 2 Classic
Neo Geo · Fighting / Sports
3 Count Bout
Deep cut
| System | Neo Geo |
|---|---|
| Genre | Fighting, Sports |
| Developer | SNK |
| Publisher | SNK |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
3 Count Bout is a fighting game released for the Neo Geo, developed by SNK. It blends fighting and sports elements.
SNK also made Rage of the Dragons, The King of Fighters '94 and Fatal Fury 2 for the Neo Geo.
3 Count Bout 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 Neo Geo hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer story-driven games or have no one to play against
What playing 3 Count Bout 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.
3 Count Bout walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for 3 Count Bout.
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Playing Neo Geo games today
Neo Geo games are built for short, intense arcade sessions and are at their best head-to-head with a friend. Most of the library has been re-released on modern platforms, and the games also run in arcade emulators such as Rec0m88's MAME support.
3 Count Bout FAQ
Who made 3 Count Bout?
It was developed by SNK.
Is 3 Count Bout multiplayer?
Yes. 3 Count Bout supports up to 2 players.
How long does 3 Count Bout take to play?
As a fighting game, 3 Count Bout 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 3 Count Bout 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.