R-Type and R-Type II

PlayStation · retro

R-Type and R-Type II

Deep cut

SystemPlayStation
Released2014
DeveloperIrem
Players1 player
SeriesR-Type
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Developed by Irem, R-Type and R-Type II arrived on the PlayStation in 2014 as a retro game.

It landed about 19 years into the PS1's life.

It is part of the R-Type series; on the PS1 you can also try R-Type Delta. The series also appears on other systems with R-Type (Master System) and Super R-Type (SNES). Irem also made 10-Yard Fight for the PS1.

R-Type and R-Type II is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you've played the PS1 hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you are looking for something to play with friends

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R-Type and R-Type II FAQ

When did R-Type and R-Type II come out on the PS1?

R-Type and R-Type II was released for the PlayStation in 2014.

Who made R-Type and R-Type II?

It was developed by Irem.

Is R-Type and R-Type II multiplayer?

No. R-Type and R-Type II is a single-player game.

Read more about R-Type and R-Type II on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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