The 3rd Super Robot Wars
The third installment in the legendary Super Robot Wars series, featuring crossover battles between famous mecha anime series. This SNES version introduces improved graphics and new gameplay systems compared to its Famicom predecessors.
Platform
SNES
Year
1993
Genre
Tactical RPG
Developer
Banpresto
Controls
About This Game
Dai-3-ji Super Robot Taisen marks the series' transition to 16-bit with enhanced sprite animations and a more complex tactical system.
The game combines characters and mecha from multiple anime franchises including Mazinger Z, Getter Robo, and Mobile Suit Gundam in an original storyline.
This entry established many series staples like the 'Spirit Command' system and intermission phases between battles for preparation and upgrades.
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