PlayStation · RPG
Front Mission 3
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | RPG |
| Developer | Squaresoft |
| Publisher | Squaresoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Epic journey (20+ hours of adventure) |
| Series | Front Mission |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 9 |
Developed by Squaresoft, Front Mission 3 arrived on the PlayStation in 1999 as a role-playing game.
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.
It is part of the Front Mission series; on the PS1 you can also try Front Mission 2, Front Mission and Front Mission Alternative. The series also appears on other systems with Front Mission (SNES) and Front Mission Series: Gun Hazard (SNES). Squaresoft also made Final Fantasy VII, Final Fantasy VIII and Final Fantasy IX for the PS1.
Front Mission 3 is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for an epic journey (20+ hours of adventure)
Maybe skip it if…
- you want instant action rather than menus, story and grinding
- you are looking for something to play with friends
- you only have a few minutes at a time
What playing Front Mission 3 is like
Role-playing games trade reflexes for strategy and story. You build a party, level up, manage equipment and travel across a large world, usually through menu-based battles.
Tip for newcomers: Retro RPGs can require some level grinding and rarely tell you exactly where to go next. Talk to every townsperson, save often and use a guide if you get stuck: there is no shame in it.
Front Mission 3 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Front Mission 3.
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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.
Front Mission 3 FAQ
When did Front Mission 3 come out on the PS1?
Front Mission 3 was released for the PlayStation in 1999.
Who made Front Mission 3?
It was developed by Squaresoft.
Is Front Mission 3 multiplayer?
No. Front Mission 3 is a single-player game.
How long does Front Mission 3 take to play?
As a role-playing game, Front Mission 3 typically falls into the "Epic journey" category: 20+ hours of adventure. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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