Steam News19 May 20261mo ago

The Third Lightning strikes again: R-Type Dimensions III is Available Now!

R-Type Dimensions III is here! Check the launch trailer: View store page The Third Lightning strikes again: R-Type III: The Third Lightning has returned in a big and three-dimensional way.

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Full R-Type Dimensions III update

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What changed

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UI and audio
Gameplay

changedCheck the launch trailer:View store page The Third Lightning strikes again:

addedCheck the launch trailer:Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX , Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.

changedCheck the launch trailer:A fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets - Both graphics and music switchable on the click of a button!

addedCheck the launch trailer:Local co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics

changedYou haven't played R-Type Dimensions EX?No problem. Get the R-Type Dimensions - Twin Force Bundle at launch for 15% on purchasing both together, with an additional 50% on R-type Dimensions EX:

R-Type Dimensions III changes

changedView store page The Third Lightning strikes again:

addedBuilding on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX , Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.

changedA fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets - Both graphics and music switchable on the click of a button!

addedLocal co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics

changedNo problem. Get the R-Type Dimensions - Twin Force Bundle at launch for 15% on purchasing both together, with an additional 50% on R-type Dimensions EX:

R-Type Dimensions III is here!

Check the launch trailer:

View store page The Third Lightning strikes again:

R-Type III: The Third Lightning has returned in a big and three-dimensional way.

Building on the legacy of R-Type Dimensions and R-Type Dimensions EX, Dimensions III has been completely re-envisioned with cutting-edge visuals and sounds, expanded gameplay modes, and a range of new features designed to deliver the most definitive modern edition of R-Type’s classic era.

Featuring:

A fully remastered experience with completely reconstructed assets - Both graphics and music switchable on the click of a button!
Local co-op, enhanced with new scoring and survival mechanics
Customizable controls and quality-of-life features in the settings
Infinite Mode to make things a bit easier and just continue on death
3D Camera settings (normal and crazy)

Three Bundles, lots of Goodies:

You haven't played R-Type Dimensions EX?

No problem. Get the R-Type Dimensions - Twin Force Bundle at launch for 15% on purchasing both together, with an additional 50% on R-type Dimensions EX:

View on Steam

For our very dedicated R-type fans we decided to make the contents of our physical Special and Collector's Editions available, both individually and as part of two bundles:

RType Dimensions III Deluxe Edition RType Dimensions III Ultimate Edition

Now strap into your R90 Ragnarok and face the Bydo menace!

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Steam News / 19 May 2026

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