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R-Type

Overview

R-Type is set in the 22nd century, and the player flies a futuristic fighter craft called the R-9a "Arrowhead", named for its shape, and because it is the ninth model in the 'R' series of fighter craft (but it is the first of the series to actually be used in combat; the previous models were all prototypes). The mission is to 'blast off and strike the evil Bydo Empire'. The significance of the R- in the series title refers to the production code as well as the term of endearment for the player fighter craft, the "Round Canopy".

Developers
Irem
Platform
Arcade
Genre
Shooter
Alternate Names
No information available

Media

Advertisement Flyer - Back

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North America -  1278 x 1655
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North America -  850 x 1099
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Advertisement Flyer - Front

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R-Type - Advertisement Flyer - Front (Europe) - 1920x1280
Europe -  1920 x 1280
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Arcade - Cabinet

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Arcade - Circuit Board

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North America -  2562 x 1911

Arcade - Control Panel

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North America -  734 x 256
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Arcade - Controls Information

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Arcade - Marquee

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Box - 3D

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Clear Logo

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Fanart - Background

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Fanart - Box - Front

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Screenshot - Game Over

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Screenshot - Game Title

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Screenshot - Gameplay

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Screenshot - High Scores

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