R-Type II (World)

Irem • 1989

R-Type II (World) — Title screen
Title screen
R-Type II (World) — Gameplay
Gameplay

R-Type II continues the frantic tradition of its predecessor, tasking players with defending humanity against another assault by the Bydo Empire. This side-scrolling shooter places you in a powerful spacecraft as you navigate six increasingly challenging levels, blasting through swarms of alien enemies and intricate, organic environments. Returning are the signature "Beam Weapon" and "Force Pod," offering familiar strategic options for offense and defense. Building upon the original's gameplay, R-Type II introduces three new weapon types: a search laser that curves around obstacles, a shotgun blast for devastating close-range attacks, and scatter bombs to clear ground threats. The Beam Weapon itself has been upgraded with a double-charge function, unleashing an even more potent plasma burst when fully powered. Mastering the timing of your weapons is crucial in this demanding arcade experience, designed for cooperative play with a second player who joins you on the battlefield. Prepare for intense action and precise maneuvering as you strive to overcome the Bydo Empire’s latest threat.

Details

Manufacturer
Irem
Year
1989
Players
2
Genre
Shooter / Flying Horizontal
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
rtype2

Machine data derived from the MAME project.