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R-Type Dimensions EX Release Date
Bellevue, Wash.—December 12, in the year of our Lord 2018—Warming the hearts of shmup fans everywhere, Tozai Games confirmed today that the arcade classic, R-Type™ Dimensions EX, is coming to the PlayStation®4 system on December 19.
R-Type Dimensions EX includes both acclaimed arcade classics initially published by Irem, R-Type (1987) and R-Type II (1989). Each title can be played in classic mode with the original 2D graphics and retro music, or with shiny, hi-res 3D graphics and remastered audio. Three new features have also been introduced in this edition: Full Power-Up Mode, allowing players to power their ships to maximum weapon in Infinite Mode; Fast Forward, the ability to speed up the game in any mode; and crystal-clear 1080p resolution.
The key features of R-Type Dimensions EX include:
• Two complete games: includes all 8 original R-Type levels and all 6 original R-Type II levels
• Switch between hi-res 2D/3D graphics with revamped music, or play the classic versions with the push of a button
• Infinite Mode and Level Select: learn the levels inside and out for the perfect, 1CC runs
• Co-op Mode: 2 players can play together "couch co-op" style or add collision for competitive play
• Slow motion play function: weave through bullets and enemies with ease
• Custom controller configuration: change the button layout to match your play style
No word on a physical copy version of this game on this system in the US at this time. Families are required to pay for Internet usage fees to download this game. For more information click here.
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