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How to Download and Play Virtua Cop 3 on Your PC

Virtua Cop 3 is a light gun shooter game that was released in 2003 for the arcade. It is the third and final installment in the Virtua Cop series, which started on the Sega Saturn. The game features four playable characters, each with their own weapons and abilities, and a branching storyline with multiple endings. The game also has a co-op mode for up to four players.

Unfortunately, Virtua Cop 3 was never ported to any home console, and it remains an arcade exclusive. However, thanks to the CXBX-R emulator, you can now play Virtua Cop 3 on your PC. CXBX-R is an Xbox emulator that can also run some games from the Chihiro arcade system, which is based on the Xbox hardware. Virtua Cop 3 is one of the few Chihiro games that are compatible with CXBX-R.

To play Virtua Cop 3 on your PC, you will need the following:

• A PC with Windows 10 and a decent CPU and GPU.
• The latest version of CXBX-R from here.
• The Virtua Cop 3 ROM and CHD files from here.
• A light gun controller or a mouse to simulate one.

Once you have everything ready, follow these steps:

1. Extract the CXBX-R emulator to a folder of your choice.
2. Extract the Virtua Cop 3 ROM and CHD files to the same folder as the emulator.
3. Run CXBX-R.exe and go to File > Open Chihiro Game.
4. Select vcop3.xbe from the folder where you extracted the game files.
5. Configure your controller or mouse settings in Settings > Input.
6. Start the emulation and enjoy Virtua Cop 3 on your PC!

Note: Virtua Cop 3 is still not fully emulated by CXBX-R, so you may encounter some graphical glitches or crashes during gameplay. Also, the game may not run well on some systems, so you may need to tweak some settings or lower the resolution to improve performance. For more information and troubleshooting tips, check out this video tutorial by The Saturn Junkyard: How to play VIRTUA COP 3 on your PC! (CXBX-R Chihiro Emulation).

Virtua Cop 3 is a fun and challenging game that will test your shooting skills and reflexes. The game has four different stages, each with its own theme and enemies. You can choose to play as one of the four Virtua Cops: Michael Hardy, James Cools, Janet Marshall, or Smarty. Each cop has a different weapon and special ability that can be activated by shooting certain targets. For example, Michael can use a machine gun and slow down time, while Janet can use a shotgun and zoom in on enemies.

The game also has a branching storyline that changes depending on your actions and performance. You can choose to follow different paths and encounter different scenarios and bosses. The game also has multiple endings that depend on your score and accuracy. You can also unlock extra modes and features by completing certain objectives or finding hidden items.

Virtua Cop 3 is a great game for fans of light gun shooters and arcade games in general. It is a shame that it was never released for any home console, but thanks to the CXBX-R emulator, you can now experience it on your PC. If you are looking for a fast-paced and thrilling game that will make you feel like a badass cop, you should definitely give Virtua Cop 3 a try.