Developer Tozai Games announced R-Type Dimensions EX in September. The game will now launch on Nintendo Switch eShop and PC Steam platform on November 28, 2018.
The game will be priced at $14.99 on Nintendo Switch eShop and PC Steam platform once it becomes available. The pre-order copies will receive a 20 percent discount in original price. Those who will pre-order the game will get it for $11.99.
Here is the announcement trailer just in case you missed it. Watch the trailer here.
R-Type and R-Type II are returning in the beautiful high-definition 3D graphics. The game is returning with 14 Bydo-infested stages in retro 2D graphics or shiny 3D graphics.
Key Features
- Two Complete Games: All eight original R-Type levels and all six original R-Type II levels. Classic gameplay is unchanged and just as challenging as the original coin-op versions.
- Hi-Res 3D Graphics and Fully Revamped Music: Choose between 2D graphics with classic, retro music or shiny 3D graphics with snazzy, reworked music, and sound effects. Switch between graphic and audio modes with the press of a button during play!
- New Infinite Mode: With infinite ships you’re sure to finally conquer the Bydos! Stage select allows you to practice and play the levels you want.
- Classic Mode: Play the classic R-Type and R-Type II just like the original version!
- Co-Op Mode: Go it alone or blast the Bydos with a buddy. Play friendly without collision, or flip it on for competitive play!
- New Features: 1080p remastered. Breeze through the bullets with your slow-motion button, or increase your speed with the fast-forward button. In Infinite mode, you can also power-up your ship to its maximum with one button
Did you play both games back in the day? Are you ready now to save the earth and strike down Evil Bydo Empire in R-Type Dimensions EX? Let us know more your thoughts in comment section below.