Initial D Battle Stage 3

SynergySP Winter 2021
ActionRacingSeinen
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