Air Combat Classic
PlayStation · Action / Simulation
Ace Combat 3
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ace Combat |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 22 |
Ace Combat 3 is an action game released in 1999 for the PlayStation, developed by Namco. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Ace Combat 3: Electrosphere. It blends action and simulation elements.
It landed about 4 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1999 include Grand Theft Auto 2, Final Fantasy VIII and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ace Combat series; on the PS1 you can also try Air Combat and Ace Combat 2. The series also appears on other systems with Ace Combat Advance (GBA). Namco also made Tekken 2, R4: Ridge Racer Type 4 and Soul Edge for the PS1.
Ace Combat 3 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ace Combat 3 is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
Ace Combat 3 cheats & codes
13 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Reversed Joker Command | D00BD1B6
???? |
|---|---|
| PAL2NTSC | 800A1212
3C00 |
| Infinite Health | 80070E12
0000
80070B8E
0000 |
| Infinite missiles | D0070322
2442
80070320
0000 |
Ace Combat 3 walkthroughs & guides
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Playing PS1 games today
PS1 games range from quick arcade racers to 60-hour RPGs. A selection is available through PlayStation Plus Premium, and if you own the discs you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88.
Ace Combat 3 FAQ
When did Ace Combat 3 come out on the PS1?
Ace Combat 3 was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Ace Combat 3?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Ace Combat 3 multiplayer?
No. Ace Combat 3 is a single-player game.
How long does Ace Combat 3 take to play?
As an action game, Ace Combat 3 typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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