• Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Feb 12, 2015
  • Also On: Switch
Metascore
79

Generally favorable reviews - based on 6 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. Feb 20, 2015
    90
    If you're looking for some retro action, this is one of the best games you'll find on 3DS.
  2. Feb 20, 2015
    80
    Although it does not impress quite as much as other recent SEGA 3D Classics re-released on the 3DS eShop, like 3D After Burner II, for example, it certainly still deserves its own place on the platform and manages to stand on its own.
  3. Feb 16, 2015
    80
    In summary, though, fans of arcade shooters should pick this up without a second thought - it's a welcome and long overdue return of a true classic.
  4. 80
    Even with the occasionally crushing difficulty, it’s hard not to love 3D Fantasy Zone. It’s not only an interesting footnote in Sega history and a fantastic port, but a unique and charming shooter that still holds up today.
  5. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 20, 2015
    70
    3D Fantasy Zone may sting at times, but at least now you have enough ointment to soothe the burning. [Issue #14: Old vs. New – March/April 2015, p.26]
  6. Mar 9, 2015
    70
    Those looking for a true challenge will want to inquire here, as Fantasy Zone, if nothing else, has a devilish propensity to shatter players’ spirits with its steep challenge.
User Score
7.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 11 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 8 out of 11
  2. Negative: 2 out of 11
  1. Jan 4, 2019
    7
    It’s an alright game, a little tricky, but fun! Ops-Opa, one of the cutest SEGA characters stars in this game as the lost son of his father,It’s an alright game, a little tricky, but fun! Ops-Opa, one of the cutest SEGA characters stars in this game as the lost son of his father, so he sets out on an epic classic journey to go find him, but what’s the big secret? Play the game to find out!

    I never played it on the 3DS, but I have played it on the Xbox 360 some time ago.
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  2. Feb 13, 2015
    9
    The 3D effect looks absolutely wonderful in this. Strong arcade-like difficulty that keeps you coming back to progress further. Feels like aThe 3D effect looks absolutely wonderful in this. Strong arcade-like difficulty that keeps you coming back to progress further. Feels like a modern game and is a joy to play. The creators must've been ahead of their time. Would recommend. Full Review »