R-Type
1987 · Irem
R-Type is a 1987 horizontally scrolling shooter video game developed and published by Irem for arcades. The player controls the R-9 "Arrowhead" starship in its efforts to destroy the Bydo, a powerful alien race bent on wiping out all of mankind. The R-9 can acquire a glowing orb called a "Force", giving limited protection from enemy fire and providing additional firepower. Synopsis from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA.
Where to buy
- Loosecart or disc only from A$41.10
- Complete in boxbox and manual from A$38.03
- Sealedunopened from A$393.70
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Editions
The formats this game was pressed for. Years are the release for that platform where Wikidata records one — a blank year means the platform is documented but the date isn't.
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