Monster Rancher 3 is a simulator, released 25 October 2001 on PlayStation 2.
What Monster Rancher 3 is
Monster Rancher 3 was released in 2001. It is available on PlayStation 2 only.
The premise, in the publisher's words
Monster raising and creature contests move into the 128-bit generation as the popular Tecmo series sets up shop on the PlayStation 2 in this release of Monster Rancher 3. Though many characters and places are recognizable from earlier releases in the series, monsters in this game are represented in a cel-shaded cartoon style, similar to that of the Dreamcast's Jet Grind Radio or the contemporary PS2 release Yanya Caballista featuring Gawoo. The game receives improved graphics and some additional features with its move to the more powerful PS2 console. Most of the rules of play and monster-raising conventions established in earlier games remain in this version. Monsters develop according to…
What it launched against
Monster Rancher 3 launched on 25 October 2001, within three weeks of Grand Theft Auto III, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Halo: Combat Evolved and Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3.
Released around the same time: Grand Theft Auto III, Metal Gear Solid 2: Sons of Liberty, Halo: Combat Evolved, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.
Quick answers
Monster Rancher 3 — frequently asked questions
When did Monster Rancher 3 come out?
Monster Rancher 3 was released on 25 October 2001 for PlayStation 2.
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