SHMUP Fans Rejoice R-Type Dimensions Hits PlayStation 3

Tozai Games brings new features to the legendary R-Type and R-Type II on the Playstation®Network


Legendary shoot-em-ups never die. Their beams just grow bigger, brighter, and more powerful! Tozai Games today announced that  R-Type™ Dimensions is now available on the PlayStation®Network for the PlayStation®3 computer entertainment system in North America for $9.99, and will be available May 21 for 9.99 Euros (or equivalent) across supported European territories.

Initially published by Irem Software Engineering, R-Type Dimensions 
includes both arcade classics, R-Type and R-Type II. Each title can be played in classic mode, or with enhanced 2D/3D graphics, which includes gorgeous hi-res graphics, remastered audio, and new features exclusive to the PlayStation®3 system.

R-Type Dimensions Key Features:

  • Two complete games – includes all 8 original R-Type levels and all 6 original R-Type II levels
  • Switch between new 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
  • Slow motion play function – weave through bullets and enemies with ease
  • Controller key configuration – change the button layout to match your play style
  • Worldwide leaderboards, player statistics, and PS3™ Trophies

For additional information on R-Type Dimensions, please visit the official micro site at www.rtypedimensions.com/ps3.

Product Information:
Title: R-Type Dimensions
Genre: Shooting
Platform: PlayStation®3
Release by: Tozai, Inc.
Release Date: May 20, 2014 (NTSC), May 21, 2014 (PAL)
Release on: PlayStation®Store download
Price: $9.99
Player(s): 1 or 2 players
ESRB: Everyone

Keep up-to-date on Tozai Games’ upcoming projects on the Tozai Games Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Tozai, on Twitter @TozaiGames, YouTube at www.youtube.com/TozaiGames, and at www.tozaigames.com and www.tozaigames.co.jp.

About Tozai, Inc. (Tozai Games)
From the classics of yesterday to the original IP of tomorrow, Tozai Games delivers lasting gaming experiences to passionate gamers around the globe. Based in Bellevue, Washington, and Kawasaki, Kanagawa, Japan, Tozai Games is an experienced team of professionals dedicated to building successful licensing and publishing relationships around the world.

Tozai Games is a trademark of Tozai, Inc. registered or protected in the US and other countries. 
R-Type and R-Type II are the trademarks of Irem Software Engineering Inc. registered or protected in the US and other countries. 
R-Type Dimensions is protected under US and international copyright laws 
©1987-2014 Tozai, Inc. and /or Irem Software Engineering Inc.
“PlayStation” and the “PS” Family logo are registered trademarks and “PS3” is a trademark of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. 

READ:  R-Type Dimensions (PS3) Review

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