Crash Bandicoot 3 (SC)

Crash Bandicoot 3: Buttobi! Sekai Isshuu  (Disc has scratches but plays fine)

(meaning "Fly! Around the World"). This version is highly sought after by collectors due to its unique "cuter" character art, exclusive FMV content, and specific gameplay adjustments tailored for the Japanese market.

The Japanese release of Crash Bandicoot 3 features several exclusive changes that distinguish it from North American (NTSC-U) and European (PAL) versions:

• Visual Changes:
  • Character Icons: Crash's icon on the level select screen features a smiling face with crossed eyes, rather than the tongue-out expression seen in Western versions.
  • Crate Icons: TNT crates display an image of a bomb symbol instead of the letters "TNT," a change made for better clarity for Japanese players. Nitro crates also feature Japanese text ("ニトロ").
  • Enemy Alterations: In the "Double Header" levels, the giant two-headed enemies were modified to have only one head.
• Gameplay and Audio:
  • Voice Acting: All characters have a Japanese dub. Notably, Crash and Coco shout extra phrases like "Yaaaay!" during motorcycle or jet-ski sections.
  • Tutorials: Collecting Aku Aku masks triggers a feature where he provides voiced gameplay hints and level secrets, a feature that was largely absent from the initial Western release of the first game but expanded here.
  • Difficulty: Relic times for Time Trials were adjusted to be slightly easier compared to Western versions.
• Exclusive Content:
  • Bonus Videos: Includes five original videos, including a seven-minute documentary featuring the Japanese Crash mascot visiting real bandicoots in Australia.
  • PocketStation Support: Owners of the Japan-only PocketStation peripheral could unlock a Tamagotchi-style minigame by connecting it to the PlayStation.