Ace Combat 3 Classic
PlayStation · Action / Simulation
Air Combat
Certified classic
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1995 |
| Genre | Action, Simulation |
| Developer | Namco |
| Publisher | Namco |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Ace Combat |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 21 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1995, Air Combat is an action game developed by Namco. It blends action and simulation elements.
It belongs to the PS1's earliest wave of games. Other notable PS1 releases from 1995 include Rayman, Mortal Kombat 3 and FIFA Soccer 96. Among the 160 PS1 action games in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Ace Combat series; on the PS1 you can also try Ace Combat 3 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.
Air Combat 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 an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the PS1's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
What playing Air Combat 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.
Air Combat cheats & codes
12 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| RCJC Pad 1 | D00F9A1E
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|---|---|
| RCJC Pad 2 | D00F9A2E
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| AnAc Pad 1 | D00F9A1C
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| AnAc Pad 2 | D00F912C
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| Start Mini-Game With 1000 Points | 742008E8
6431
842008E8
67D9 |
| No damage | 7426D050
B2E4
0426
D056
BAEA |
Air Combat 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.
Air Combat FAQ
When did Air Combat come out on the PS1?
Air Combat was released for the PlayStation in 1995.
Who made Air Combat?
It was developed by Namco.
Is Air Combat multiplayer?
Yes. Air Combat supports up to 2 players.
How long does Air Combat take to play?
As an action game, Air Combat 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.
Read more about Air Combat 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.