There are three standard modes of gameplay that include Slalom, Cross Race & Time Attack and can be played either against the computer or against a human opponent. The main controls of the game are actually just left and right. The controls of Alpine Racer 3 are extremely easy to pick up and you don't need to memorize every button on the DualShock for the game solely focuses on pure adrenaline pumping speed and you don't need to perform any tricks in order to succeed to the next level or course of the game.

As with most racing games, the more courses you win, the more courses are unlocked in the game. For example, you can change from ski's to snowboards if you feel for something different. The more races you win, the more money you will receive and lets you upgrade your equipment or even change the type of equipment you are racing on. Although the characters are efficient in their chosen field, they all have different ratings in power, speed and turning that actually does make a huge difference to gameplay. Alpine Racer 3 features eight different playable characters that all specialize in different winter sports such as cross country skiing, downhill skiing, snow blading and freestyle snowboarding. Unlike the arcade versions, Alpine Racer 3 features improved graphics, characters and gameplay that is a step above the previous games.

Alpine Racer 3 is based on the popular arcade game that actually had the player strap on a pair of ski's in order to play the game. FUN!' Alpine Racer 3 is the third game of the alpine racing trilogy by Namco. 'A return to good old fashioned arcade action and more importantly.

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