Super Nintendo · Shoot 'em Up
R-Type III: The Third Lightning
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| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1993 (originally 1993) |
| Genre | Shoot 'em Up |
| Developer | Jaleco |
| Publisher | Irem |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Series | R-Type |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 4 |
Released for the Super Nintendo in 1993, R-Type III: The Third Lightning is a shoot 'em up developed by Jaleco and published by Irem. This SNES release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 1993.
It landed about 2 years into the SNES's life. Other notable SNES releases from 1993 include Super Mario All-Stars, Secret of Mana and The Lost Vikings.
It is part of the R-Type series; on the SNES you can also try Super R-Type and R-Type III. The series also appears on other systems with R-Type (Master System) and R-Type (TurboGrafx-16). Jaleco also made Earth Defense Force, Tuff E Nuff and Rival Turf! for the SNES.
R-Type III: The Third Lightning supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you have a friend to play against
- you've played the SNES hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you dislike high difficulty and screens full of bullets
What playing R-Type III: The Third Lightning is like
Shoot 'em ups (shmups) put you in a ship facing waves of enemies and bullets. Runs are short and intense, and the goal is to survive, collect power-ups and push your high score.
Tip for newcomers: Focus on your ship's small hitbox rather than the flood of bullets, and learn which power-ups suit each stage. Most shmups are designed to be replayed many times.
R-Type III: The Third Lightning cheats & codes
2 codes on file (Game Genie). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | C26B-C7D0 |
|---|---|
| Always Start At Speed Level | XX6F-CE0D |
R-Type III: The Third Lightning walkthroughs & guides
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
R-Type III: The Third Lightning FAQ
When did R-Type III: The Third Lightning come out on the SNES?
R-Type III: The Third Lightning was released for the Super Nintendo in 1993; the original game dates back to 1993.
Who made R-Type III: The Third Lightning?
It was developed by Jaleco and published by Irem.
Is R-Type III: The Third Lightning multiplayer?
Yes. R-Type III: The Third Lightning supports up to 2 players.
How long does R-Type III: The Third Lightning take to play?
As a shoot 'em up, R-Type III: The Third Lightning typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about R-Type III: The Third Lightning 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.