R-Type
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😊 8.1/10
(GameBoy - US, Other)
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Developed_By:
Bits Studios
Published_By:
Irem
Released On:
01 Jan 1991
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The R-Type II is a side-scrolling 2D shooter with spacecraft and follows the story of the sequel to the original R-Type. The player controls the ship R-9C, the successor to R-9 with some changes to the weapons. This includes the ability for the wave cannon to track enemies and two new types of weapons: search laser and shotgun laser. For the land units, a new anti-ground bomb can be used.
Gameplay in R-Type II involves shooting and dodging enemy projectiles while navigating through five levels on the Game Boy version. The player must use their ship's abilities to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. Although it lacks some of the features from the arcade and other versions, the Game Boy R-Type II remains a challenging and action-packed shooter.
eBay Product ID:
56239170 (United States)
UPC-A:
715664291021 (United States)
Nintendo Media PN:
DMG-RE-USA (United States)
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Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
This is a sci-fi shoot 'em up game where players pilot an R-TYPE Spaceship. The premise involves defending Earth from an impending invasion by extra-terrestrial mutants from the BYDO Empire. Players will engage in combat to stop the alien forces.
Story
Mission Status
The World Government intended that the fact-finding mission to Galaxy X1X be kept under wraps. However, information gathered from the mission later leaked to the press.
This leak confirmed the public's most dreaded suspicions: extra-terrestrial mutants from the BYDO Empire were consolidating their forces. They would soon be departing their space bases to launch an all-out attack on Earth. It's now up to you in your R-TYPE Spaceship to stop this threat.
Controls
CONTROLLER PAD
Maneuvers R-Type Space Ship up, down, forwards, and backwards.
A BUTTON
Launches Power Pod from R-Type ship. Also used to bring the Pod back to the ship when not attached.
SELECT BUTTON
Turns music and sound on or off. Also selects difficulty level, easy or hard.
START BUTTON
Starts and pauses game play. Also used to resume a paused game.
B BUTTON
Fires the gun on the R-Type ship and pod.
How to Play
Using the Power Pod
The Power Pod is your most powerful weapon. The first POW Shuttle you destroy will give you the pod.
It can be used in three different ways: in front, in back, and as a shield.
Front
Your pod can be sent ahead of you to spread out your fire. However, the power-up guns can only be used when the pod is attached.
Back
Hook it on to your back by launching it ahead of you, passing it, and running tail first into it.
Shield
All enemy fire (except one) and enemies can be destroyed by the pod. However, some enemies take longer to destroy than others.
High Score and Continue
Compete against friends and family for the highest score. When your first five ships have been destroyed, a Game Over screen will appear. Wait for it to pass.
If you have earned at least 3,000 points, the game will ask you to enter and save your initials.
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Select your initials by pressing the controller pad right or left.
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Push the A or B Button to save them.
After your ship has been destroyed five times, you will be offered the chance to start again from where you last were, with credits. This opportunity will only come twice.
Congratulations! You Have a High Score
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Items & Weapons
SPEED
Increases maneuverability and quickness of ship.
PLASMO
Ball of energy that can destroy anything it touches.
LASER 1
Long in length and bounces off walls.
FIRE CHAIN
Fires directly parallel to the ship and travels the outer surfaces.
BUBBLE UNIT
Covers a great area directly in front of ship.
Enemies & Characters
POW SHUTTLE
Always carries power-up items you can use.
MR. MEE
Attacks you from the top and bottom of the screen.
ARMOROID
Attacks with few, yet powerful blasts. Act quickly!
BALDO
A difficult obstacle to avoid and destroy.
SORA
Can't be destroyed, so act wisely and avoid it.
TRANSBOT
These will follow you wherever you are. Fire fiercely!
THE FOLLOWER
This enemy does flying tricks while firing at you.
GOBUKA BRAIN
These brains will be your shadow in stage 2.
SCORPIO
This enemy comes from the top and bottom of the screen.
DRIFTER
A moving obstacle. Mostly harmless.
GAUNTLET
Act quickly and get through this death trap.
GLADIATOR
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
GOMBA
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
BATTLESHIP CRUSADER
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
BALDO GARDENS
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
LUNAR
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
BYDO
Bosses must be defeated to clear each stage. Although they are the most powerful enemies in R-TYPE, the Bosses do have their weak spots. Find their weak spots and take advantage of them.
Tips & Maps
Gomba and Insuloo
Fire at Insuloo to temporarily freeze him, as he protects Gomba by spraying deadly gas and will reappear after disappearing.
Stage 3 Battleship
Ensure you have power up #3 for Stage 3. Position yourself under the front of the Battleship to fire upwards and knock out missile controllers.
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