Streets of Rage 3 is a side-scrolling beat 'em up released by Sega in 1994 for the Mega Drive and Genesis. Developed in-house by Sega, the game serves as the third entry in the popular Streets of Rage series and continues the fight against the criminal syndicate led by Mr. X. Players choose from four main characters, including returning favorites Axel Stone, Blaze Fielding, and Dr. Zan, a new robotic scientist who replaces Max from the previous game. The story follows the heroes as they try to stop a bombing plot and a plan to replace city officials with robotic doubles. The game keeps the classic punch, kick, throw, and jump mechanics fans loved, but adds faster movement, dash attacks, and a refined combo system. Each character now has unique special moves that grow stronger as players gain experience through the level. This brawler stands out for its quick pace, deeper move sets, and a soundtrack composed by Yuzo Koshiro that pushes experimental techno sounds far beyond what most console games attempted at the time.
Updated: Jun 22, 2026
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3 MB · Sega Genesis ROMs
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Specifications
| Platform | Sega Genesis ROMs |
|---|---|
| Genre | Multiplayer |
| File Size | 3 MB |
| Release Year | 1994 |
| Developer | Sega |
| Updated | Jun 22, 2026 |
Overview
Streets of Rage 3 is a side-scrolling beat 'em up released by Sega in 1994 for the Mega Drive and Genesis. Developed in-house by Sega, the game serves as the third entry in the popular Streets of Rage series and continues the fight against the criminal syndicate led by Mr. X. Players choose from four main characters, including returning favorites Axel Stone, Blaze Fielding, and Dr. Zan, a new robotic scientist who replaces Max from the previous game. The story follows the heroes as they try to stop a bombing plot and a plan to replace city officials with robotic doubles. The game keeps the classic punch, kick, throw, and jump mechanics fans loved, but adds faster movement, dash attacks, and a refined combo system. Each character now has unique special moves that grow stronger as players gain experience through the level. This brawler stands out for its quick pace, deeper move sets, and a soundtrack composed by Yuzo Koshiro that pushes experimental techno sounds far beyond what most console games attempted at the time.
Streets of Rage 3 offers a single-player campaign and a two-player cooperative mode where friends fight side by side through the city streets. The game features multiple endings based on player choices and time limits during key stages, giving it strong replay value compared to earlier entries. A versus mode lets two players battle each other in one-on-one matches outside of the main story. Hidden characters such as Roo the kangaroo, Ash, and the returning Shiva can be played after meeting certain conditions in the campaign. Players move through seven stages set across rooftops, factories, city streets, a syndicate base, and the final showdown. Each stage throws different enemies and bosses at the player, keeping the action fresh from start to finish. Branching paths during certain levels change which areas players visit and which ending they receive. With its tight controls, varied stages, deep cast, and bold soundtrack, Streets of Rage 3 remains a treasured closing chapter of the original trilogy and a high point for Sega's brawler library.