Capcom Games (CPS 3)
4 games
Capcom Play System 3, commonly referred to as CPS-3, was Capcom's most powerful and technically advanced arcade hardware platform. Released in 1996, the CPS-3 board pushed 2D gaming beyond what anyone thought possible, featuring CD-ROM based software delivery, SCSI data storage, and hardware capable of producing stunningly detailed sprites and richly animated backgrounds. The system represented Capcom's final major investment in dedicated 2D arcade hardware development.
The CPS-3 library is small but extraordinarily refined, containing some of the most beautiful 2D games ever created. Street Fighter III: New Generation and its successors, Second Impact and Third Strike, are widely regarded as technical masterpieces of fighting game design. The fluid animation, consisting of hundreds of frames per character, set a standard for 2D fighting games that has never truly been surpassed. The parry system introduced in Third Strike transformed competitive play and remains controversial and beloved in equal measure by players.
Red Earth, also known as Warzard, showcased the CPS-3 capabilities with stunning fantasy graphics and a unique single-player RPG-style fighting experience. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure brought the beloved manga series to life with faithful character designs and creative stand-based combat mechanics that delighted fans.
The CPS-3 represents the sunset of Capcom's golden arcade era, and every title on the platform reflects the dedication and artistry that defined that remarkable period. Street Fighter III: Third Strike continues to be played competitively worldwide, with a passionate community that considers it among the finest fighting games ever made. These games are a genuine artistic achievement worth experiencing.
The CPS-3 library is small but extraordinarily refined, containing some of the most beautiful 2D games ever created. Street Fighter III: New Generation and its successors, Second Impact and Third Strike, are widely regarded as technical masterpieces of fighting game design. The fluid animation, consisting of hundreds of frames per character, set a standard for 2D fighting games that has never truly been surpassed. The parry system introduced in Third Strike transformed competitive play and remains controversial and beloved in equal measure by players.
Red Earth, also known as Warzard, showcased the CPS-3 capabilities with stunning fantasy graphics and a unique single-player RPG-style fighting experience. JoJo's Bizarre Adventure brought the beloved manga series to life with faithful character designs and creative stand-based combat mechanics that delighted fans.
The CPS-3 represents the sunset of Capcom's golden arcade era, and every title on the platform reflects the dedication and artistry that defined that remarkable period. Street Fighter III: Third Strike continues to be played competitively worldwide, with a passionate community that considers it among the finest fighting games ever made. These games are a genuine artistic achievement worth experiencing.
