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Summary

The Great Battle III rolls out as a belt‑scrolling beat ’em up that swaps the usual city streets for a vivid fantasy backdrop. It’s the third chapter of Banpresto’s Compati Hero line on the Super Famicom, and the roster reads like a fan‑con poster: heroes from Kamen Rider, Ultraman and Mobile Suit Gundam all team up for a weapons‑laden brawl. The combat feels familiar to anyone who’s swung a sword in Knights of the Round or hacked through enemies in Golden Axe, but the mix of mecha, kaiju and tokusatsu flair gives it its own quirky flavor. Though it never left Japan, the game’s blend of crossover nostalgia and classic side‑scroll action makes it a hidden gem for retro collectors.