R-Type is a classic shoot em up series that has been around for decades. A remake of the first two games entitled R-Type Dimensions was released a couple years ago and now an enhanced version of that remake has come to Switch.
R-Type Dimensions EX is an interesting game. It manages to completely recreate the classic games’ exact moodiness in HD and even adds an option to just play with the original visuals and soundtrack. What is new here though is the gameplay. Minor and major changes both occur in this release, that fans will enjoy. Minor changes include adjustments of speed and better hit detection for instance. The classic music is also fixed compared to the original release, so it sounds much nicer as well. It is the sound you remember hearing now, rather than the sound you had actually heard all those years ago.
The bigger changes include new modes, such as an infinite mode. This mode definitely has the game play easier, but that is a relative concept when it comes to R-Type. I view this less as an easy mode, and as a more relaxed mode. You are less frantic about avoiding getting hit, but your focus then shifts to getting as good a high score as possible…..hmm, come to think of it, that isn’t very relaxed at all. I guess you could therefore say this is a mode that simply changes the objective of the game and gives you the means to focus on that objective.
R-Type Dimensions EX is an amazing shoot em up that every Switch owner should play. Not just because it is a remaster of a true arcade gem, but also because it is an incredibly fun experience. This is great for both long sessions and quick sessions, and for retro gamers and new gamers, not to mention casual and hardcore gamers. It bridges many gaps and does so with style. I highly recommend it.
Disclaimer: A review key was provided.