ININ Games and Tozai Games have announced that physical editions of R-Type Dimensions III have been delayed due to “global production challenges.” the physical Standard and Special Editions of R-Type Dimensions III have been delayed to August 11, while the Collector’s Edition has been delayed to winter.
Fans who already pre-ordered any physical edition of R-Type Dimensions III may request a free digital key to start playing as early as May 15. A separate email with details regarding the digital redemption will be sent to customers. More details about the game’s physical editions can be found at ININ Games’ latest blog post.
A new sneak peek trailer was also released:
R-Type Dimensions III launches on May 19 for Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
Get the latest details below:
A Complete Modern Rebuild of the Arcade Legend
R-Type Dimensions III brings the intensity, precision, and creative enemy design of the arcade originals to a new generation. Every stage, boss, and projectile pattern has been rebuilt with high-end 3D graphics, enhanced animations, and richly detailed environments, whilst preserving the instantly recognizable atmosphere that defined R-Type’s identity.
The same applies to the original music and sound effects. With an enormous effort, everything has been rebuilt so that Players can switch seamlessly between the original and the new R-Type III at any time, offering both nostalgic authenticity and a striking modern reinterpretation.
“R-Type is a cornerstone of video game history, and working with Tozai to reimagine these classics at this scale has been an extraordinary honor,” said Felix Wagner, Publishing Producer at ININ Games. “Dimensions III is our most ambitious restoration and modernization project yet, created for long-time fans and newcomers discovering R-Type for the first time.”
Key features include:
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- A fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets
- Local co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics
- Advanced mode is accessible from the start
- Customizable controls and quality-of-life features in the settings
- 3D Camera settings (normal and crazy)
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