Tekken 3D Prime Edition
Nintendo 3DS · 2012
About this game
Tekken 3 is a single-player and multiplayer 3D fighting game that continues the King of Iron Fist Tournament series with a new storyline, an expanded roster, and major changes to the combat system.
The story follows Jin Kazama, grandson of Heihachi Mishima.
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Raised by his mother Jun, Jin is unaware of his connection to the Mishima family’s violent legacy until a mysterious being known as Ogre attacks their home.
Jun disappears during the attack, and Jin seeks out Heihachi for guidance.
Under his grandfather’s training, Jin becomes a skilled fighter, unaware that Heihachi intends to use him as a pawn in his own plans.
To lure Ogre into battle, Heihachi announces the King of Iron Fist Tournament 3, drawing warriors from around the world into the conflict.
Gameplay retains the series’ one-on-one fighting structure but introduces several refinements.
Characters can now sidestep into the foreground or background, giving battles a stronger three-dimensional feel.
Jumping is reduced in height compared to earlier titles, resulting in faster, more grounded combat.
Chain throws and extended combo possibilities expand the offensive system, while juggle mechanics allow skilled players to keep opponents airborne with precise timing.
Matches are still fought across multiple rounds, with players aiming to deplete their opponent’s health bar through strikes, grapples, and counterattacks.
The character roster features a mix of returning veterans and newcomers.
Classic fighters such as Heihachi, Paul Phoenix, Nina Williams, and Yoshimitsu return, while fifteen new characters are introduced.
Among the most notable are Jin Kazama, Hwoarang, Ling Xiaoyu, Eddy Gordo, Bryan Fury, Julia Chang, and Mokujin, a wooden training dummy who mimics the fighting styles of other characters.
Ogre and his transformed version, True Ogre, serve as the game’s final bosses.
In addition to standard Arcade, Versus, and Practice modes, the home version includes two bonus game types.
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About Nintendo 3DS
The Nintendo 3DS (2011) added glasses-free stereoscopic 3D and a second analog input to Nintendo's handheld line, eventually building a library that rivaled the DS in size and quality. Because the eShop for digital purchases has since closed, physical 3DS cartridges are the only way to preserve access to many titles — a dynamic that's pushing more collectors toward cartridge-based copies even for games that were originally digital-first.
Gamevaro tracks Tekken 3D Prime Edition for Nintendo 3DS with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Price history
Market values by condition
PAL
Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Box Only | PAL | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-12 | New (sealed) | PAL | €42.03 |
| 2026-07-12 | Complete in Box | PAL | €17.50 |
| 2026-07-12 | Manual Only | PAL | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-12 | Graded New | PAL | €172.04 |
| 2026-07-12 | Item only | PAL | €11.74 |
| 2026-07-11 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €46.79 |
| 2026-07-11 | Sealed / New | NTSC-J | €118.11 |
| 2026-07-11 | Item only | PAL | €44.79 |
| 2026-07-11 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-J | €46.81 |
| 2026-07-11 | Sealed / New | NTSC-U | €118.06 |
| 2026-07-11 | New (sealed) | PAL | €143.09 |
| 2026-07-10 | Graded New | PAL | €171.96 |
| 2026-07-10 | Box Only | PAL | €7.00 |
| 2026-07-10 | Item only | PAL | €11.74 |
| 2026-07-10 | New (sealed) | PAL | €42.01 |
| 2026-07-10 | Manual Only | PAL | €4.37 |
| 2026-07-10 | Complete in Box | PAL | €17.49 |
| 2026-06-18 | New (sealed) | PAL | €41.44 |
| 2026-06-18 | Item only | PAL | €11.57 |
| 2026-06-18 | Complete in Box | PAL | €14.50 |
| 2026-06-18 | Graded New | PAL | €169.60 |
| 2026-06-18 | Box Only | PAL | €5.78 |
| 2026-06-18 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.61 |
| 2026-06-08 | Complete in Box | PAL | €14.44 |
| 2026-06-08 | Manual Only | PAL | €3.60 |
| 2026-06-08 | Item only | PAL | €11.53 |
| 2026-06-08 | Box Only | PAL | €5.76 |
| 2026-06-08 | New (sealed) | PAL | €41.27 |
| 2026-06-08 | Graded New | PAL | €168.93 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Tekken 3D Prime Edition has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning enough copies circulate to establish a reliable market price.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Tekken 3D Prime Edition worth?
Tekken 3D Prime Edition for Nintendo 3DS is currently worth €44.79 loose, €17.50 complete in box, and €42.03 factory sealed. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Tekken 3D Prime Edition rare?
Tekken 3D Prime Edition has a steady sales history on the tracked marketplaces, meaning it trades hands regularly and isn't considered particularly rare.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Tekken 3D Prime Edition?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. For Tekken 3D Prime Edition, loose is €44.79 and CIB is €17.50 — CIB commands a premium because original boxes and manuals are fragile and often don't survive.
Is Tekken 3D Prime Edition worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Tekken 3D Prime Edition is currently worth €44.79 loose, versus €46.79 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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