ININ Games, in conjunction with Tozai and Irem, has officially announced "R-Type Dimensions 3" for both the Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch, with a global release scheduled for May 2026.
This announcement marks a significant evolution for one of the video game industry’s most storied shoot ’em up franchises, bringing the original arcade experience to new and existing platforms with a host of modern enhancements. "R-Type Dimensions 3" represents a bold reimagining of the legendary series, developed collaboratively by ININ Games, renowned for their dedication to classic game preservation, and Tozai, in partnership with Irem, the owners and creators of R-Type.
According to the project overview, the new entry draws on the legacy of both "R-Type Dimensions" and "R-Type Dimensions EX," being re-envisioned with state-of-the-art visuals, audio, and expanded gameplay options to deliver the definitive modern edition of R-Type’s formative era. Every level, boss encounter, and attack pattern in "R-Type Dimensions 3" has been meticulously rebuilt using high-end 3D graphics and enhanced animation, ensuring both longtime fans and newcomers are immersed in the fast-paced intensity that defines R-Type.
A hallmark feature of this new edition is the ability for players to switch on the fly between the newly remastered assets and the classic presentation, preserving the iconic atmosphere while offering a thoroughly modern reinterpretation.
The original soundtrack and sound effects have also been painstakingly recreated, heightening both nostalgia and spectacle. Among the key features announced for "R-Type Dimensions 3": - A fully remastered experience with reconstructed levels, visuals, and effects. - Local cooperative play, enhanced by updated scoring and survival systems. - Advanced mode available instantly, providing both challenge and accessibility. - Broad customization, including control remapping and various quality-of-life improvements. - Multiple 3D camera options, allowing players to tailor the visual experience. Felix Wagner, publishing producer at ININ Games, shared, “R-Type is fundamentally important to video game history.
Reimagining these classics in partnership with Tozai has been an exceptional privilege.
'Dimensions 3' stands as our most ambitious restoration and modernization effort, created for dedicated fans and those new to the R-Type universe alike.” "R-Type Dimensions 3" will launch with two special physical editions.
The Special Edition includes the full game, an art book detailing concept development, and the newly composed original soundtrack.
The Collector’s Edition builds upon the Special Edition by including additional collector’s items, notably a figurine based on the new cover artwork, making it a highly desirable package for series enthusiasts and collectors. Debuting on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, "R-Type Dimensions 3" is set to deliver a monumental revival for classic shoot ’em up fans.
For more news on Nintendo Switch releases and industry updates, stay tuned to our ongoing coverage.
This announcement marks a significant evolution for one of the video game industry’s most storied shoot ’em up franchises, bringing the original arcade experience to new and existing platforms with a host of modern enhancements. "R-Type Dimensions 3" represents a bold reimagining of the legendary series, developed collaboratively by ININ Games, renowned for their dedication to classic game preservation, and Tozai, in partnership with Irem, the owners and creators of R-Type.
According to the project overview, the new entry draws on the legacy of both "R-Type Dimensions" and "R-Type Dimensions EX," being re-envisioned with state-of-the-art visuals, audio, and expanded gameplay options to deliver the definitive modern edition of R-Type’s formative era. Every level, boss encounter, and attack pattern in "R-Type Dimensions 3" has been meticulously rebuilt using high-end 3D graphics and enhanced animation, ensuring both longtime fans and newcomers are immersed in the fast-paced intensity that defines R-Type.
A hallmark feature of this new edition is the ability for players to switch on the fly between the newly remastered assets and the classic presentation, preserving the iconic atmosphere while offering a thoroughly modern reinterpretation.
The original soundtrack and sound effects have also been painstakingly recreated, heightening both nostalgia and spectacle. Among the key features announced for "R-Type Dimensions 3": - A fully remastered experience with reconstructed levels, visuals, and effects. - Local cooperative play, enhanced by updated scoring and survival systems. - Advanced mode available instantly, providing both challenge and accessibility. - Broad customization, including control remapping and various quality-of-life improvements. - Multiple 3D camera options, allowing players to tailor the visual experience. Felix Wagner, publishing producer at ININ Games, shared, “R-Type is fundamentally important to video game history.
Reimagining these classics in partnership with Tozai has been an exceptional privilege.
'Dimensions 3' stands as our most ambitious restoration and modernization effort, created for dedicated fans and those new to the R-Type universe alike.” "R-Type Dimensions 3" will launch with two special physical editions.
The Special Edition includes the full game, an art book detailing concept development, and the newly composed original soundtrack.
The Collector’s Edition builds upon the Special Edition by including additional collector’s items, notably a figurine based on the new cover artwork, making it a highly desirable package for series enthusiasts and collectors. Debuting on both Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, "R-Type Dimensions 3" is set to deliver a monumental revival for classic shoot ’em up fans.
For more news on Nintendo Switch releases and industry updates, stay tuned to our ongoing coverage.
