Street Fighter Alpha 3, also known as Street Fighter Zero 3 in Japan, is a 2D fighting game developed and published by Capcom. It is the third installment in the Street Fighter Alpha series and is highly regarded for its deep gameplay mechanics and extensive roster. Here is some information about the game:
Overview:
Street Fighter Alpha 3 was originally released in 1998 as a successor to Street Fighter Alpha 2. The game features an expanded roster of characters from the Street Fighter franchise, including classic fighters and new additions. It introduces various gameplay enhancements and modes, providing a comprehensive fighting game experience.
Gameplay:
Street Fighter Alpha 3 follows the traditional 2D fighting game format. Players select a character and engage in one-on-one battles against opponents. The objective is to deplete the opponent's health bar within the time limit by using various attacks, special moves, and combos.
The game introduces the "Guard Power Gauge" and "Super Combo Gauge" systems. The Guard Power Gauge represents the player's defensive capability and decreases when blocking attacks. The Super Combo Gauge fills as players perform moves and combos, allowing for the execution of powerful Super Combos and Alpha Counters.
Features:
- Extensive character roster: Street Fighter Alpha 3 features a diverse roster of characters, including returning favorites and new fighters.
- Variable styles: The game offers three different fighting styles for each character, known as "isms": A-ism (X-ism), V-ism (Z-ism), and X-ism (A-ism). Each style offers unique gameplay mechanics and special moves, allowing players to customize their playstyles.
- World Tour mode: Engage in a single-player mode called "World Tour," where players can customize their character, earn experience points, and unlock new abilities and moves.
- Dramatic Battle: Team up with a friend in a two-versus-one match against a CPU-controlled opponent.
- Versus and Training modes: Engage in local multiplayer battles or practice your skills in a dedicated training mode.
- Rich visuals and art style: Street Fighter Alpha 3 features vibrant and detailed 2D graphics and character animations.
System Requirements:
As Street Fighter Alpha 3 is an older game, the system requirements are relatively modest. Here are the minimum system requirements:
Minimum:
- OS: Windows XP/Vista/7
- Processor: Intel Pentium 4 2.0 GHz or better
- Memory: 256 MB RAM
- Graphics: DirectX 9.0c/Shader 2.0 compatible GPU
- DirectX: Version 9.0c
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 500 MB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX-compatible sound card
