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R-TYPE — Addictive retro shoot-em-up with classic arcade action

4.6 GP
163,179+
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Description

Been playing R-TYPE for a couple months now. It’s basically an old-school side-scrolling shooter game where you blast through enemy waves and take down big bosses. Pretty solid if you’re into that retro arcade vibe.

There’s 8 levels to play through, with 3 different control options so you can find what feels best. You can upgrade your ship with new weapons, power-ups, and attachments too. And there’s 2 difficulty settings – normal and hard. Gotta say, the hard mode is no joke, really puts your skills to the test.

Look, if you’re a fan of classic shoot-em-ups, you’ll probably dig this. It’s not perfect – the difficulty spikes can be frustrating at times – but overall it captures that old-school arcade feel really well. Worth checking out, especially if you’re feeling nostalgic for some retro gaming.

Editor Opinion

So here's my take on R-TYPE - I've tested a bunch of old-school arcade shooters on mobile and this one stands out. The graphics and sound are spot-on retro, and the gameplay is challenging but fair. I like how there's multiple control options to find what works for you. And the difficulty ramps up nicely too, so it's not just a mindless button-masher. My only real gripe is the progression can feel a bit grindy at higher levels, but it's not a dealbreaker. Overall, R-TYPE is a great throwback for shoot-em-up fans and well worth the download.

Manya Lyalya
Author Manya Lyalya Editor, Grand Screen

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Nails the classic arcade feel with retro graphics and sound
  • Challenging but fair difficulty curve, tests your skills
  • Multiple control schemes to find your preferred playstyle
  • Tons of weapons, power-ups, and attachments to unlock
  • Free to play, no need to spend money to fully enjoy it

Cons

  • Progression can feel grindy at higher levels
  • Difficulty spikes are frustrating at times
  • Gets a bit repetitive after playing for a while

Specifications

Updated 16.10.2023
Category Arcade
Age Rating Everyone
Developer Dotemu
Android Android 5.0++
Package Name com.dotemu.rtype

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4.6/5
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