Product Overview
- Product Name: Quake III Arena
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Collector-worthy copy of this game! Would be perfect for your collection!
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Dreamcast Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Jewel Case*: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Enter the hyper-competitive world of Quake III Arena on Dreamcast—a lightning-fast arena shooter that pits gladiator-style combatants against each other in futuristic, weaponized arenas. With razor-sharp precision and frantic firefights, every match is a pulse-pounding struggle for survival. Whether blasting rockets across lava pits or jockeying for control of the mega health power-up, Q3A delivers uncompromising intensity.
The Dreamcast version brings uncompromised fidelity to the console—fluid 60 fps action, tight controls, and crisp visuals carry the arena experience straight into your living room. For players seeking even greater precision, the game supports the Dreamcast Mouse & Keyboard (sold separately)—unlocking PC-style control finesse that makes rocket-jumping, strafing, and flick shots feel razor-sharp and instinctual.
With a suite of gameplay modes including Deathmatch, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, and Free For All, as well as bot-supported solo play and training modes, Quake III Arena delivers depth that keeps veteran shooters coming back round after round.
Gameplay Features
- Fast-paced arena-based combat in sci-fi environments with precise weapon mechanics
- Multiple modes: Free‑For‑All, Team Deathmatch, Capture the Flag, and Duel
- Dreamcast Mouse & Keyboard support (sold separately) for PC-level precision aiming
- Single-player bot matches and training modes with adjustable AI difficulty
- Iconic weapon variety: rocket launcher, railgun, grenade, lightning gun, and quad damage
- Fluid movement mechanics including strafe-jumping and rocket-jumping for skilled players
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Developed by id Software and released in 2000, Quake III Arena stood out as Dreamcast’s premier arena shooter, mapping the PC experience faithfully to console hardware with stunning results. The support for mouse and keyboard set it apart—making it the closest console approximation of the original PC phenomenon.
The title’s design philosophy—emphasizing fast reflexes, map control, and high-skill movement—set a standard for console shooters. Its Dreamcast release helped demonstrate the system’s ability to deliver advanced genre experiences beyond traditional arcade-style games, cementing Q3A as an essential acquisition for any collector or retro shooter fan.
Additional Details
- Variant:
- Genre: Shooter
- Year Released: 2000
- Publisher: Sega
- Developer: id Software
- ESRB Rating: M - Mature
- UPC: 010086510614
- SKU: 9613
- Format: Sega Dreamcast video game disc (GD-ROM)
- Platform: Sega Dreamcast console (DC system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Used jewel cases may be replaced with a brand new aftermarket one if damaged. Aftermarket cases may differ slightly in build quality from original Dreamcast jewel cases.
- Any online features (e.g., multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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