Tokyo Xtreme Racer 3

 PlayStation 2
  • Publisher: Crave
  • Release Date: Nov 18, 2003
Metascore
63

Mixed or average reviews - based on 15 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 4 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 15
  3. Negative: 3 out of 15
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  1. Sports Gaming Network
    85
    This is the best yet in the series. The addition of licensed cars, more rivals and highways, and a few new gameplay twists make this one fine racer.
  2. Game Chronicles
    80
    If you enjoy an interesting “battle” approach to racing and tweaking your car to the Nth degree then I encourage you to really dig for this title and add it to your permanent PS2 library. Don’t let the cheap price fool you.
  3. Gamenikki
    80
    If you liked the previous games in the franchise, leap on this one. All others, approach with caution.
  5. GameSpy
    75
    Offers a unique racing format and getting to keep track of your defeated rivals definitely adds an addictive "gotta catch 'em all" quality to the thing. The negatives -- questionable driving physics and some less than state-of-the-art graphics -- are easily outweighed by all the game has going for it.
  6. IGN
    72
    The racing game is fun, but at best a diversion from other titles that are already out there, like "NFS:UG," that cover similar ground with better attention to the game.
  7. GameZone
    70
    The driving physics, though, do leave something to be desired. No matter what tire configuration you put on the car, it still has a tendency to slide a bit.
  8. Game Informer
    68
    Much like your first car, this is a game that has that pre-owned smell all over it. [Jan 2004, p.133]
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  9. GameSpot
    64
    The new addition of roads from Nagoya and Osaka doesn't change the fact that, even as a budget title, TXR3 doesn't stand up to the other games in the genre.
  10. TotalPlayStation
    60
    The best game in the series. It offers more road, more opponents and more customization options than any of the TXRs that came before it, but with gameplay that’s hardly budged since the series’ inception and graphics and sound that are merely passing.
  11. PSX Nation
    60
    Time for everyone involved with this series to either evolve or move on, and leave TXR 3 for the flat-broke and/or uneducated casual gamer that doesn't know any better. Worth a shot (preferably as a rental) if you’ve never played a "TXR" game before this one.
  12. PSM Magazine
    50
    Next to "Midnight Club 2," TRX3 looks dated and downright boring. [Jan 2004, p.48]
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  13. Worth Playing
    50
    Essentially the same game that was put out for Dreamcast. The graphics might be better, the sound certainly isn't, but the gameplay is in tact and sprinkling of a lame story about street racing leaves much to be desired.
  14. Official U.S. Playstation Magazine
    40
    All the features added to Genki's long running game of after-dark street racing are cursory at best and cosmetic at worst. [Jan 2004, p.130]
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  15. G4 TV
    40
    The core idea is worth further development, but leave this import in the garage while repairs are being made.
  16. GMR Magazine
    40
    The graphics are horribly bland, the freeways never end, and apparently all of Tokyo's traffic is represented by a single yellow van. [Feb 2004, p.91]

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#65 Most Discussed PS2 Game of 2003

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User Score
8.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 33 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 33
  3. Negative: 4 out of 33
  1. NewMoonGamingHD
    Nov 22, 2018
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click full review link to view. For this game, although not good enough against today's standards, shows it's strengths of what the games good. The AI's can be stupid at certain moments and certain sections from different locations (you can take advantage of it's strong exposure weakpoint). it has difficulty spikes that can make it difficult, yet exhilarating as if they offered you a real challenge of whether or not you're capable of winning from the current car you're driving. The main starter car you chose greatly impacts the gameplay and progression. And also, you, the player, need to find a good management throughout your progression or else, the game will consequently give you the disadvantage (not enough money for upgrades or a faster car to buy, car too underpowered for upcoming rivals/bosses, lack of skill growth, etc).

    The names can be quite goofy (one I had was Silent Teacher). The soundtrack is good and as for engine sound, it's ok. Though, the small attention to detail is quite good for an old game
    (turbo/supercharger whine, turbo blow-off valve, road sound will shift from one side to an another, etc.). After completing the quest, it feels rather empty. As if you reached the end of the road. While there are wanderers to beat, some of the requirements are downright silly. If you're buying a U.S copy, be warned as one of the wanders requires 1,000,000,000 CP and the game is limited to 999,999,990 CP. Besides of that, the game is truely a masterpiece that is kept under the radar.    … Full Review »
  2. Aiden_69
    May 29, 2023
    10
    Almost the best on the series, 10/10 would recommend

    why this game isn't in the top 50 anyway?
  3. ksardas0
    May 11, 2023
    8
    really good iteration of wangan street racing
    really good iteration of wangan street racing
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