Doraemon 3 - Nobita no Machi SOS!

Doraemon 3: Nobita no Machi SOS! is an action-adventure platformer developed by A.I. Co., Ltd. and published by Epoch for the Nintendo 64. It is the third and final Doraemon game on the N64. The story begins with Nobita annoyed by his summer homework. Suddenly, a meteorite explodes. When Nobita investigates, his friends find three shards. When joined, an explosion occurs, lifting the entire town into space. Everyone in town is frozen. Players must guide Doraemon and friends to find missing characters and restore order. Multiple playable characters have distinct abilities.

Nintendo 64

Released exclusively in Japan on July 28, 2000. This version represents the technical peak of the N64 Doraemon trilogy, featuring significantly upgraded character models with a pastel, Mega Man Legends-style aesthetic. The soundtrack received praise. The gameplay loop involves collecting spray cans to unlock Doraemon's tools. The puzzle design is more guided than predecessors – the game explicitly tells players which tool to use, which some critics felt undermined exploration. Healing items are abundant, making the game very easy. Critical reception from importing players is mixed but generally positive. Reviewers praise the improved graphics, solid character variety, and more involved story. Completion time is approximately six hours. Recommended for fans of the franchise and N64 collectors, but the Japanese language barrier is significant. A charming hidden gem for those who overcome the hurdle.