FRONT MISSION 3: Remake

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FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is a single player role playing game. It was developed by MegaPixel Studio S.A. and was released on January 30, 2026. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is a tactical RPG where you command powerful mechs called Wanzers in turn-based battles amid rising military tensions. Play as Kazuki, whose choices lead to two distinct storylines involving conspiracies, secret weapons, and corporate warfare. Navigate a complex world of political intrigue and warfare to determine the region’s fate.

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Audience ScoreBased on 113 reviews

story13 positive mentions

stability4 negative mentions

The game retains the core mechanics and story of the original Front Mission 3, providing a nostalgic experience for fans.
Some quality of life improvements have been made, such as faster loading times and the ability to skip longer tutorials.
The graphics have been updated, making it visually appealing for modern platforms, and it runs smoothly on various systems.

The redesign of the Wanzers and other characters has been poorly received, with many feeling they lack the charm and distinctiveness of the originals.
The balance of gameplay has been negatively impacted, with status effects triggering too frequently, leading to frustrating combat experiences.
Overall, the remake feels rushed and lacks the depth and personality of the original, making it disappointing for long-time fans.

story
80 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story of the Front Mission 3 remake remains largely faithful to the original, featuring dual storylines and political intrigue that fans appreciate, though some feel it lacks the depth and engagement of the original. While new players may find the narrative accessible, long-time fans express disappointment over the remake's perceived low effort and lack of enhancements, leading to mixed feelings about its overall execution. Despite these critiques, the core story elements are intact, allowing players to experience the classic tale in a modern format.
- “Classic mech game with fantastic story, gameplay, and virtual cinematography/presentation.”
- “Great story... tons of depth... it is a must play if you are in the mecha series.”
- “So far, the story is captivating, and I can't wait to see what happens next.”
- “It's a pity that this 'remake' of Front Mission 3 is such a low budget and effort product not created by Square/Enix for a huge game from the golden era of legendary Squaresoft RPGs.”
- “The plot itself is borderline brain rot.”
- “But the story doesn't captivate me the same way anymore as it grabbed my easily impressed 15-year-old self.”
graphics
38 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics in the remake have received mixed reviews, with many players noting that while they are smoother and suitable for larger screens, they lack the charm and detail of the original PS1 graphics. Critics point out that the visuals feel simplistic and uninspired, often resembling a half-hearted blend of retro and modern styles, leading to a sense of disappointment in the overall aesthetic. Additionally, issues with animations and effects have been highlighted, contributing to a perception that the graphical updates were executed with minimal care.
- “Overall if you enjoyed Front Mission 3 on the PlayStation, this is the same game with refreshed visuals.”
- “The mech combat is fun, there’s plenty of customization, and the updated visuals make it easy to get into.”
- “Love the upgraded graphics, the glowing effect on the wanzers was a nice touch!”
- “The graphics are really simplistic; they look okay, but it's like they couldn't decide whether they want to replicate PS1 graphics or go modern, so all of the models are like PS1 models with modern textures and lighting effects on them.”
- “Comparing it with a game like XCOM 2, a similar tactical RPG from 2016, this game looks embarrassingly amateur graphically.”
- “This is not a remake; it's merely just a remaster. Many sloppy works here and there, the original character art is just upscaled slop. They've ruined it; the graphics and 3D models look very cheap for 2026, and they destroyed the original iconic dramatic wanzers battle sequence feeling.”
gameplay
20 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The gameplay retains the classic turn-based mecha strategy mechanics from the original late 90s game, offering a nostalgic experience with updated graphics and sound. While some users noted significant changes, such as the prevalence of status ailments and reworked RNG, the core mechanics remain intact and enjoyable, providing a smooth and engaging experience. Overall, the game successfully balances nostalgia with modern enhancements, making it a compelling choice for fans of the genre.
- “Classic mech game with fantastic story, gameplay, and virtual cinematography/presentation.”
- “Gameplay is still king: the core mechanics remain incredibly fun to play.”
- “I love the upgraded look without altering the integrity of the original experience of gameplay.”
- “It's a 1:1 replica gameplay-wise of the late 90's game, with just updated graphics and sound.”
- “The gameplay changed significantly, too; status ailments are much more prevalent but systems still score you the same way, and with near-instant loading times it's just an incentive to load whenever something bad happens to you.”
- “Everything from art style (wanzers are plastic, sounds are worse than the original) to mechanics (reworked RNG with lots of random stuns, ejections not present in the original) with heavy use of AI slop leads me to only one conclusion: it was done by an absolutely uninspired group of people.”
music
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The music in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players criticizing the new soundtrack as inferior and overly muted compared to the original. While there is an option to toggle between the classic and modern soundtracks, many users prefer the original tracks, finding the remastered versions lackluster. Overall, the audio experience is seen as a step down from the original, despite the improved clarity and quality of the new arrangements.
- “You can choose between the original soundtrack or the modern soundtrack.”
- “The option to turn on old PSX music tracks is a great feature.”
- “The music remastering is kind of okay and enjoyable.”
- “The new soundtrack is just horrible as well.”
- “SFX are generic and worse than the original, but passable. The new arranged music is again a 1:1 copy, just with different instruments and better audio clarity and quality.”
- “The only criticism I have now is the music doesn't really pop... it sounds rather muted.”
stability
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Overall, the game's stability has improved since its initial release, with many users reporting smooth performance and no crashes. While some minor bugs persist, they are generally manageable with simple fixes like restarting the game. The developers are actively addressing issues, and the visual enhancements have been well-received.
- “Visually, the remake looks good and runs great.”
- “No glitches so far, graphics are smoother and fit on ultrawide screen without fiddling.”
- “So far the game feels great, it has modern graphics if you care about that, it runs great, and the email/fake internet you can hack websites in is just as I remembered it.”
- “Buggy as hell and the AI-generated backgrounds and levels?”
- “As of right now, it's still just a little bit buggy (there's a pinned bug report post in the discussion section), but nothing I've found that can't be fixed by restarting the game (so far).”
- “The original release of the remake was super buggy, so the devs do appear to be working on it.”
humor
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of intentional and unintentional comedic moments, such as the absurdity of characters approaching a base in a car and the awkward running animations that elicit genuine laughter. While some humorous elements from the original game have been retained, like the rigid body trucks in cutscenes, the absence of quirky paintjob names has been noted as a loss. Overall, the game delivers a blend of nostalgic humor and amusing glitches that enhance the experience.
- “There are little new things added here and there while retaining some of the character of the original game. For example, Kazuki and Ryogo approach the base in the beginning in an actual car instead of a JSDF Humvee, and when returning to the area, they just drive past it like, 'Nope, not getting in there.' It's very funny.”
- “The movement in cutscenes is so bad that the running animation made me laugh so hard I had to actually take a break from the game for a moment.”
- “The graphics are smoother, and while there are some cutscenes that definitely need to be patched, it's funny.”
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Reviews indicate that character development in the game is lacking, with some players finding the main character to be poorly written and unlikable, suggesting that the narrative is not a strong selling point.
- “You are not buying this game because of the story or character development; the main character is a purebred imbecile.”
- “The character development is shallow and uninspired, leaving players feeling disconnected from the story.”
- “There is little to no growth in the characters, making it hard to invest emotionally in their journeys.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game is highly praised for its optimization, with users reporting zero performance issues, frame drops, or crashes, even on platforms like Nobara Linux via Proton. Overall, players experience smooth and fast gameplay without any stuttering or interruptions, marking a significant improvement over previous versions.
- “Zero performance issues or frame drops, even on Nobara Linux via Proton, which honestly surprised me in a good way.”
- “It also runs smoothly, doesn't drop frames, doesn't crash.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the level grinding aspect tedious and lacking in enjoyment, expressing a desire for improvements to make encounters more engaging.
- “I wish they could further address some things like level grinding.”
- “Every encounter is just tedious and not as fun.”

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FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is a role playing game.

FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is available on Xbox Series X|S, PC, Xbox One, Steam Deck and others.

FRONT MISSION 3: Remake was released on January 30, 2026.

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FRONT MISSION 3: Remake has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

FRONT MISSION 3: Remake is a single player game.

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