From 1999 to 2001, Sierra released three different versions of SWAT 3. Each of those differing versions is related by a series of patches, specific to several different languages. This guide is designed to help understand which copy of SWAT 3 you currently have, and what you need to download and install in order to patch your game.

If you bought and downloaded your game from GOG.com you already have the most up to date version available and no patching is required.



In order to make the most of this upgrade wizard please have available:

  • either the original CD or box cover from your SWAT 3 game available
  • know your country version
  • (it may be helpful to completely remove your current installation of SWAT 3 before installing these patches)



Step 1: Identify Your SWAT 3 Game Box (or CD)



Select the game copy you own by clicking on the title's name:

SWAT 3: CQB
(v1.0 or v1.2)

SWAT 3: Elite Edition
(v1.4 or v1.6)

SWAT 3: Tactical Game of the Year (v2.0)
The game disc is a deep navy blue with the word "SWAT" in all silver.
The game disc is dark blue and gray striped, with the word "SWAT3" in all gold.
The game with two (2) discs, both of which are a light blue color with gold lettering.

Release Date:
November 1999

Release Date:
October 2000

Release Date:
October 2001 (US only)


Important Note: The latest version of SWAT 3 is v2.1.  If you've already patched to that version, you do not need to proceed.








The Swat 3 upgrade wizard was originally written for 10-David.com by Pie4foo.

All Swat patches are courtesy of The Patches Scrolls
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