Genesis 3 character status

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I have been exclusivel using Genesis 8 figures; however, there look to be some really nice looking Genesis 3 characters. Are Genesis 3 still viable? Or are they considered obselete with the advent of the Genesis 8 figures? Thanks!
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They still work, they mainly take the same figure maps, and there are add-on tools for converting clothing etc. from Genesis 8.