Art of Fighting 3 - The Path of the Warrior / Art of Fighting - Ryuuko no Ken Gaiden

SNK • 1996

Also known as: Art of Fighting 3 - The Path of the Warrior

Art of Fighting 3 - The Path of the Warrior / Art of Fighting - Ryuuko no Ken Gaiden — Title screen
Title screen
Art of Fighting 3 - The Path of the Warrior / Art of Fighting - Ryuuko no Ken Gaiden — Gameplay
Gameplay

Art of Fighting 3 – The Path of the Warrior transports players to vibrant locations in Mexico for intense two-player versus battles. Ten selectable fighters, each with unique movesets and personalities, clash using a four-button control scheme. A notable feature is the incorporation of motion capture technology during development, resulting in exceptionally fluid and detailed character animation that elevates the gameplay experience beyond previous entries in the series. Beyond standard matches, keen players can discover hidden features to enhance their playstyle; characters gain special abilities when played on their birthdays, and skilled players may even achieve an “Ultimate K.O.” by ending a round with a devastating Super Desperation Move. Completing the game without losing a single round unlocks a comical post-credits drawing of the chosen character, while each standard victory displays a unique hand-drawn illustration as a "Thank You for Playing" screen. Originally released in Japan as Ryuuko no Ken Gaiden, this SNK Neo-Geo MVS title builds upon the foundation of its predecessors and provides a fresh approach to the fighting game formula with its visuals and gameplay mechanics.

Details

Manufacturer
SNK
Year
1996
Players
2
Genre
Fighter / Versus
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
aof3

Machine data derived from the MAME project.