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SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALs
SOCOM 3: U.S. Navy SEALsLead elite SEALs in massive 32-player battles and a gritty single-player campaign.
SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALs
SOCOM 4: U.S. Navy SEALsLead a squad of SEALs in tactical Southeast Asian combat.
Overview
Description

Take command of a Navy SEAL team in a single-player campaign that pits you against urban and rural threats across three new locations: Morocco, Poland, and Bangladesh. The game expands the battlefield with maps five to six times larger than its predecessor, offering multiple save points and a deep weapon customization system with 30 weapons and attachments. Online, SOCOM 3 supports up to 32 players in both competitive and cooperative modes, featuring drivable vehicles, AI teammates, and the new TCA command system for rapid squad orders. Experience tactical, stealthy, and high-octane action on the PlayStation 2 platform.

The game features a context‑based command system, UAV surveillance, and aerial strike support, plus both competitive and cooperative multiplayer modes. PlayStation Move and DualShock controllers are fully supported for an immersive experience on PlayStation 3.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
First-Person Shooters
Third-Person Shooters
Best for
Tactical shooter enthusiasts
Fans of tactical squad shooters
Specifications
General
msrp
$59.99
$59.99
release date
2005-10-11
2011-04-19
Specifications
developer
Zipper Interactive
Zipper Interactive
publisher
Sony Computer Entertainment
Sony Computer Entertainment
age rating
ESRB M, PEGI 16
ESRB M, PEGI 16
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
critic score
72/100
73/100+1%
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Massive 32‑player online capability
  • Large, varied maps increase replayability
  • Extensive weapon customization options
  • TCA system streamlines squad commands
  • Deep squad command system
  • Responsive AI that reacts to tactics
  • Robust multiplayer options
  • Support for both Move and standard controllers
Cons
  • Only available on PlayStation 2, no modern platform ports
  • Multiplayer can suffer from lag on older hardware
  • Steep learning curve for new tactical commands
  • Limited platform availability (PS3 only)
  • Multiplayer community has dwindled over time
  • Occasional frame‑rate drops in crowded scenes
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