Initial D Battle Stage 3
7.3
Quality Score
-0.01 (Mixed)
Audience Mood
7 / 10
Controversy
3,635
MAL Ratings
Synopsis
Initial D: Battle Stage 3 is the eleventh and final installment of the Initial D series. It features every race from Fifth Stage and Final Stage. Unlike the previous two battle stages, it does not feature any new battles, and doesn't feature any character dialogue. (Source: Initial D Wiki)
Audience Consensus
Audience reception to Initial D Battle Stage 3 is mixed. While some appreciate the focus on racing visuals and the Eurobeat soundtrack, the lack of dialogue and a perceived weak or missing story are major points of criticism. Many feel it pales in comparison to previous installments and isn't worth watching unless solely for the racing scenes.
Strengths
- Focus on pure racing action
- Extended final races
- Good music selection (Eurobeat)
- Spectacular car animation
Weaknesses
- Lack of character dialogue/voice acting
- Boring or Emotionless story
- Some music choices don't fit races
- Confusing for those unfamiliar with Fifth and Final Stages