R-Type Dimensions III Special & Collector's Editions Preorders End Next Week

R-Type Dimensions III Standard Edition $40

Releases May 19 Preorder at Amazon R-Type Dimensions III Special Edition $70	Releases May 19 Preorder at Strictly Limited Games R-Type Dimensions III: Collector's Edition $200	Releases May 19 Preorder at Strictly Limited Games Arriving on May 19, R-Type Dimensions III is a massive remake of the classic shoot-em-up, R-Type III: The Third Lightning. Originally released in 1993, the game is receiving a modern makeover for PS5, Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC, with updated graphics, a new soundtrack, and several quality-of-life features. You can even bounce back and forth between the updated art style and the original at the press of a bunch, so whether you want to relive the glory days or enjoy the action from a new perspective, Preorders are now open at Amazon, and while you can preorder the standard edition anytime ahead of its May 19 launch, preordes for the premium Special Edition and Collector's Edition are only available from Strictly Limited Games through February 8. R-Type Dimensions III Standard Edition $40	Releases May 19 This is the most affordable version of R-Type Dimensions III, getting you the base game and nothing more. Physical preorders are currently only available at Amazon--though even here, not all of them are live. The PS5 listing is active, while the Switch and Switch 2 versions are listed as "currently unavailable." They'll likely be updated soon, and we're expecting the game to arrive at other retailers ahead of its launch. Preorder at Amazon R-Type Dimensions III Special Edition $70	Releases May 19 If you're a long-time fan of the series, the Special Edition might be more enticing. For an extra $30, you'll get the following:Base gamePrinted manual (full color)Art booklet featuring concept art, behind-the-scenes designs, info on ships, weapons, and enemies, and various developer commentary and insightsOriginal soundtrack on CD Preorder at Strictly Limited Games R-Type Dimensions III: Collector's Edition $200

Releases May 19 It's pricey, but no doubt it packs in some cool collectibles. The Collector's Edition is only available to preorder up until February 9, so keep that deadline in mind if you're thinking about adding it to your home. Along with the base game, you'll get the following:Premium Collector's Edition box featuring metallic accents and embossingBase gamePrinted manual (full color)Dobkeratops vs. R-90 Ragnarok Figurine (15cm)Art book (120 pages)Two-disc soundtrack setFold-out posterSticker sheetBoss card setIndividually numbered certificate of authenticity Preorder at Strictly Limited Games R-Type Dimensions III Collector's EditionWhether you're an R-Type newcomer or a fan of the classics from decades past, R-Type Dimensions III caters to both players with some useful quality-of-life updates and expanded features. For long-time fans, you can dive into Advanced Mode--with faster enemies and denser projectile patterns, it'll put your skills to the test. And as mentioned above, you can swap between retro 2D graphics and enhanced 3D graphics at the press of a button. Newcomers can explore new "introductory settings" to help them get up to speed with the game's fast pace. You can also play locally with a friend in two-player co-op, which should make it a bit easier to bring down the game's most challenging foes.Sign up for GameSpot's Weekly Deals Newsletter:Continue Reading at GameSpot