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 | Xbox.
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. | 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. | 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. | Italy | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Italy | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Italy | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts Italia s.r.l. | Italy | MobyGames |
| Published by | Electronic Arts, Inc. | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts Nederland B.V. | The Netherlands | 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. | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| Developed by | Electronic Arts Canada | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| Publishing label | EA Sports BIG | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| Distributed by | Electronic Arts GmbH | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| Media Type | DVD-ROM | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Video Modes Supported | Progressive Scan (480p) | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Sound Capabilities | Dolby Digital | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Multiplayer Game Modes | Free-for-all / One-on-one (VS) | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Number of Offline Players | 1-2 Players | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Memory Unit | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Miscellaneous Attributes | Xbox 360 Compatible | Xbox | MobyGames |
| Original game disc count | 1 | North America | MobyGames |
| Genre | Extreme Sports | North America | PriceCharting |
| Also compatible on | Xbox One and Xbox 360 | North America | PriceCharting |
| Developer | EA Canada | 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 | EA Sports BIG | North America | PriceCharting |
| Disc count (PriceCharting) | 1 game disc | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Genre | Extreme Sports | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Player count | 1 player | PAL | PriceCharting |
| Publisher | EA Sports | PAL | PriceCharting |
Regional releases
| Release date | Region / edition | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 2003-10-21 | United States | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-21 | Canada | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-30 | Germany | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-30 | France | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-31 | Italy | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-31 | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| 2003-10-31 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| 2004-08-26 | Germany; Classics 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 | 22070876410 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 014633147117 | United States | MobyGames |
| ASIN | 7543450933 | United States | MobyGames |
| UPC-A | 014633147117 | Canada | MobyGames |
| ASIN | 7543450933 | Canada | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 22070876410 | Canada | MobyGames |
| Game Manual | EAD07404084M | Germany | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030932035301 | Germany | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030931035302 | France | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030947035303 | Italy | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 1364420240 | Italy | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030946035304 | The Netherlands | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030930035303 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| eBay Product ID | 10487 | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| ASIN | B00009LW6W | United Kingdom | MobyGames |
| Game Manual | EAD07404084M | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| EAN-13 | 5030932040190 | Germany; Classics release | MobyGames |
| asin | 7543450933 | North America | PriceCharting |
| epid | 10487 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 014633147117 | North America | PriceCharting |
| upc | 5030941035309 | PAL | PriceCharting |
| ean | 5030941035309 | PAL | PriceCharting |
Data by MobyGames.com · Catalog data: PriceCharting