R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos Officially Dated for Western Release: Details on Switch, Switch 2, PS5, and More
Long-awaited by fans of classic strategy and shoot-'em-up hybrids, Granzella's R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos has an official western release date.
Publisher NIS America has confirmed that the collection will launch in the West on June 18, 2026, bringing together both remade entries in the tactical branch of the R-Type franchise for contemporary platforms.
The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos, developed by Japanese studio Granzella, revitalizes two cult-favorite PSP titles—R-Type Tactics (released in North America as R-Type Command) and R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate.
Both games are known for merging the iconic side-scrolling action of the R-Type series with in-depth, turn-based strategy gameplay.
Notably, this marks the first official western release for R-Type Tactics II, and the entire collection now features full localization in English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
In Japan, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos launched on March 12, 2026, across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S, with support for multiple languages and localized audio.
Players in the West have been eagerly anticipating the international release, and with NIS America handling publishing duties, the summer launch is now set in stone.
A Collector's Edition celebrating the launch is available for pre-order from NIS America’s online store for $79.99.
This premium package, offered for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, includes a 2-disc soundtrack, a conceptual art card set, acrylic stands featuring the Rwf-9A Arrowhead and Bwf-1Dα Bydo System Alpha, and a dedicated collector's box, catering to series enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Beyond the comprehensive content and revamped visuals, the collection features hundreds of ships and levels, branching missions, and a third campaign—exclusive to R-Type Tactics II.
Competitive online play is also included, elevating the replay value as players pit their tactical skills against one another.
According to an official summary from the development team, "As humanity faces annihilation by the Bydo, only by deploying strategic prowess can the Space Corps hope to prevail—until a twist of fate lets you fight alongside your former enemies."
The development journey hasn't been without challenges.
Granzella, while celebrated for their creative output, publicly acknowledged financial struggles over the past few years, specifically between May 2023 and May 2025.
Issues regarding delayed wage payments led to the company issuing a corrective statement, confirming the repayment of outstanding salaries to employees in installments by May 2025.
An incident also arose where the Kanazawa Labour Standards Inspection Office noted problems with wage handling, though Granzella clarified the reasons and steps taken to resolve them.
Announced initially in 2022, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos faced several delays, shifting its release window multiple times due to undisclosed development hurdles.
The franchise’s devoted fanbase and industry observers have since kept a watchful eye on progress, with the upcoming release viewed as a critical milestone for Granzella’s future.
Pre-orders are open now, and with the full release imminent, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos is expected to offer both veteran fans and newcomers a content-rich, uniquely strategic twist on the storied R-Type legacy across Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.
Long-awaited by fans of classic strategy and shoot-'em-up hybrids, Granzella's R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos has an official western release date.
Publisher NIS America has confirmed that the collection will launch in the West on June 18, 2026, bringing together both remade entries in the tactical branch of the R-Type franchise for contemporary platforms.
The game will be available on Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, and Windows PC (via Steam and Epic Games Store).
R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos, developed by Japanese studio Granzella, revitalizes two cult-favorite PSP titles—R-Type Tactics (released in North America as R-Type Command) and R-Type Tactics II: Operation Bitter Chocolate.
Both games are known for merging the iconic side-scrolling action of the R-Type series with in-depth, turn-based strategy gameplay.
Notably, this marks the first official western release for R-Type Tactics II, and the entire collection now features full localization in English, Japanese, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, and Korean.
In Japan, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos launched on March 12, 2026, across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and Xbox Series X|S, with support for multiple languages and localized audio.
Players in the West have been eagerly anticipating the international release, and with NIS America handling publishing duties, the summer launch is now set in stone.
A Collector's Edition celebrating the launch is available for pre-order from NIS America’s online store for $79.99.
This premium package, offered for Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S, includes a 2-disc soundtrack, a conceptual art card set, acrylic stands featuring the Rwf-9A Arrowhead and Bwf-1Dα Bydo System Alpha, and a dedicated collector's box, catering to series enthusiasts and collectors alike.
Beyond the comprehensive content and revamped visuals, the collection features hundreds of ships and levels, branching missions, and a third campaign—exclusive to R-Type Tactics II.
Competitive online play is also included, elevating the replay value as players pit their tactical skills against one another.
According to an official summary from the development team, "As humanity faces annihilation by the Bydo, only by deploying strategic prowess can the Space Corps hope to prevail—until a twist of fate lets you fight alongside your former enemies."
The development journey hasn't been without challenges.
Granzella, while celebrated for their creative output, publicly acknowledged financial struggles over the past few years, specifically between May 2023 and May 2025.
Issues regarding delayed wage payments led to the company issuing a corrective statement, confirming the repayment of outstanding salaries to employees in installments by May 2025.
An incident also arose where the Kanazawa Labour Standards Inspection Office noted problems with wage handling, though Granzella clarified the reasons and steps taken to resolve them.
Announced initially in 2022, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos faced several delays, shifting its release window multiple times due to undisclosed development hurdles.
The franchise’s devoted fanbase and industry observers have since kept a watchful eye on progress, with the upcoming release viewed as a critical milestone for Granzella’s future.
Pre-orders are open now, and with the full release imminent, R-Type Tactics I • II Cosmos is expected to offer both veteran fans and newcomers a content-rich, uniquely strategic twist on the storied R-Type legacy across Nintendo Switch, Switch 2, PlayStation, Xbox, and PC platforms.