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PlayStation · Action / Shooter
R-Type Delta
| System | PlayStation |
|---|---|
| Released | 1998 |
| Genre | Action, Shooter |
| Developer | Irem Software Engineering |
| Publisher | Agetec |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | R-Type |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 7 |
Released for the PlayStation in 1998, R-Type Delta is an action game developed by Irem Software Engineering and published by Agetec. It blends action and shooter elements.
It landed about 3 years into the PS1's life. Other notable PS1 releases from 1998 include Metal Gear Solid, Resident Evil 2 and Tomb Raider II.
It is part of the R-Type series; on the PS1 you can also try R-Type and R-Type II. The series also appears on other systems with R-Type (Master System) and Super R-Type (SNES).
R-Type Delta is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
Maybe skip it if…
- you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing R-Type Delta is like
Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.
Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.
R-Type Delta cheats & codes
26 codes on file (Action Replay, GameShark). Here are a few Action Replay codes to start with:
| Joker Command | D01724D0
???? |
|---|---|
| Infinite lifes | 8001014E
0009 |
| Have gallery | 80013A44
FFFF |
| Infinite credits | 8001014C
0009 |
| Have secret aircraft and choose chapter | 80013A4C
FFFF
80013A4E
00FF |
| R9 full beam | D0010142
0001
80172360
00EB
D0010142
0004
80151DFC
00EB |
R-Type Delta walkthroughs & guides
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R-Type Delta FAQ
When did R-Type Delta come out on the PS1?
R-Type Delta was released for the PlayStation in 1998.
Who made R-Type Delta?
It was developed by Irem Software Engineering and published by Agetec.
Is R-Type Delta multiplayer?
No. R-Type Delta is a single-player game.
How long does R-Type Delta take to play?
As an action game, R-Type Delta typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about R-Type Delta 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.