SSX 3
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About the Game
SSX 3 is a single-player and multiplayer snowboarding game. The game is set on one massive interconnected mountain divided into three peaks. Unlike earlier entries, which presented isolated courses, players are free to ride across open slopes to discover events, challenges, and hidden routes. The goal is to rise through the ranks of the SSX circuit by winning competitions, mastering tricks, and earning rewards, all while building a reputation as one of the world’s top snowboarders.
Gameplay & Core Systems
Standard races pit all riders against each other down twisting courses filled with jumps, rails, and obstacles, while freestyle competitions challenge players to perform extended combos and high-scoring tricks in halfpipes, big air runs, and trick-focused arenas. The trick system expands on earlier titles by introducing the Uber mechanic. Building up momentum allows players to execute exaggerated spins, flips, and grabs, which can then transition into Monster Tricks, the highest-scoring maneuvers in the game. Progression is tied to both performance and customization. Characters also gain experience over time, allowing their attributes such as speed, trick ability, and stability to improve.
Standout Features
- In addition to these structured contests, riders can freely descend from peak to peak, chaining stunts together and learning shortcuts that provide an advantage in later events.
- Winning races and completing challenges earns cash, which can be used to purchase new boards, gear, and clothing.
Modes & Ways to Play
In addition to the single-player career, multiplayer supports head-to-head racing and trick competitions. Bonus modes, collectibles, and hidden events reward exploration, ensuring that free riding offers progression alongside structured competition.
Presentation & Atmosphere
Grinding rails, riding environmental objects, and linking tricks together extends combos and adds to the score multiplier. This growth system gives players the choice between enhancing technical skill or creating a distinctive visual style for their rider. Players can also simply explore the mountain together, turning the open environment into a shared space for stunts and experimentation.
More game data: releases, identifiers & technical details
Regional release records and identifiers for SSX 3 | Sony PlayStation 2 | PS2.
Release and technical facts
| Fact | Value | Release / platform | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | United States | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | United States | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | United States | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Canada | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Canada | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Canada | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | France | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | France | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | France | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts Publishing SARL | France | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Germany | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Germany | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Germany | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts GmbH | Germany | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts Ltd. | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Japan | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Japan | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Japan | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts K.K. | Japan | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts K.K. | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Germany; Platinum release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Germany; Platinum release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Germany; Platinum release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Germany; Platinum release | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts GmbH | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts K.K. | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| Media Type | DVD-ROM | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Video Modes Supported | Widescreen (16 x 9) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | Dolby Pro Logic II | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | DTS | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | THX | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Controller Types Supported | Analog Controller | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Input Device Features Supported | Vibration | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Gamepads Supported | DualShock | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Gamepads Supported | DualShock 2 | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Options | Same/Split-Screen | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS) | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-2 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Number of Online Players | 2 Players | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Save Game Methods | External Storage | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Ethernet Compatible | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Modem Compatible | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Network Adaptor | PlayStation 2 | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
| Genre | Extreme Sports | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | North America | PriceCharting |
| ESRB rating | Everyone | North America | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | North America | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | Electronic Arts | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | EA Canada | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Extreme Sports | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1-2 players | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | EA Sports BIG | PAL | PriceCharting |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-10-21 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-21 | Canada | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-30 | France | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-30 | Germany | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-31 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| 2003-12-18 | Japan | MobyGames |
| 2004 | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| 2004-12-09 | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| 2005-01-27 | Germany; Platinum release | MobyGames |
| 2006-10 | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| 2008-09-18 | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-31 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| 2003-10-20 | North America | PriceCharting |
| October 20, 2003 | North America | PriceCharting |
| October 31, 2003 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Catalog identifiers by release
| Identifier | Code | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| eBay Product ID | 11042 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 014633147100 | United States | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-20772 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B00009WAVI | United States | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-20772 | Canada | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030931035296 | France | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51697# | France | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1802875368 | France | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030932035295 | Germany | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51697 | Germany | MobyGames |
| Game Manual | EAD03404084M | Germany | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B0000BVGI9 | Germany | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030930035297 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51697 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Game Manual | EAE03404084M | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B00009LW7Q | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1602918073 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLPM-65449 | Japan | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 4938833006141 | Japan | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1443792466 | Japan | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B0000E5SE5 | Japan | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 014633147100 | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLUS-20772GH | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B00009WAVI | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 11042 | United States; Greatest Hits release | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 4938833006660 | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLPM-65793 | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1743871443 | Japan; EA Best Hits release | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLES-51697-P-GER | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030932054708 | Germany; Platinum / EA Most Wanted release | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 4938833008848 | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| Sony PN | SLPM-55077 | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1302947579 | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B001C3QRRY | Japan; EA:SY! 1980 release | MobyGames |
| asin | B00009WAVI | North America | PriceCharting |
| epid | 11042 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 014633147100 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 5030930035297 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 5030930035297 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 5030946035298 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Data by MobyGames.com · Catalog data: PriceCharting
