R-Type Final 2
2021 · Granzella
Has it aged?Why ↓
R-Type has returned! The legendary side-scroller is back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprintHas it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
3½ / 5
Recent reviews
72%positive (76% all-time)
12reviews in the last 6 months
Too few recent reviews to stand alone, so this leans on its all-time rating.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
4playing at once, on average
−5%fewer than a year ago
Peak: 134 in May 2021.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
72%positive in the last 6 months
Too few recent reviews to compare with its launch.
Last updated
Aug 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.