GG Aleste 3 was developed for the Game Gear hardware by M2, a company regarded for its high-quality video game re-releases. Its staff was conformed by a number of people who worked on shoot 'em up titles from the 1990s. It was directed by Manabu Namiki (of Battle Garegga, DoDonPachi DaiOuJou and Deathsmiles), who was also in charge as game designer and composer. M2 CEO Naoki Horii led its development as producer. Kazuyuki Nakashima (of Blazing Lazers, MUSHA, Seirei Senshi Spriggan and Mahou Daisakusen) acted as co-game designer. Nakashima also acted as co-graphic designer alongside Shinsuke Yamakawa of Battle Garegga. Takashi "Faw.Labo" Yamashita of Super Star Soldier and Star Parodier served as the game's programmer. Kisai Takayama, known for bishōjo games such as KimiKiss and Amagami, was commissioned as character illustrator. The team recounted the project's history and creation process through interviews.
