Arcade classic R-Type Dimensions EX blasts it's way onto iOS

If you're a long time fan of shmups and have been looking for something to play lately, Tozai Games may have just released an ideal game for you on iOS. R-Type Dimensions EX brings the first R-Type and its sequel to iOS devices.

Originally released in 1987 and 1989 respectively R-Type was a popular arcade machine. The game has since seen ports to consoles and PC but now you can carry it round in your pocket. Not only does it bring the first two R-Types to your phone, but there are also several other changes too.

You'll have the option to play using either the classic 2D visuals and audio or new 3D graphics with reworked music at the tap of a button. I remember first seeing this feature in the Halo remaster and it's something I enjoy seeing, being the kind of person who'll constantly flit between the two just to see how much has changed.

There's also a slow-motion and fast-forward button in place, which is essentially changing the difficulty of the game but with cute phrasing. There's also an endless mode too if you enjoy leader board climbing and want to recapture those arcade machine days of being the best shmup player but on a global scale.

If you're unfamiliar with R-Type, it's a bullet hell shooter where you fight an enemy known as the Bydos in space. As you progress through the game's 14 stages you'll gather different weapons for your ship until you're blasting Bydos away with an impressive suite of guns.

R-Type Dimensions EX is available now on the App Store. It's a premium title that costs $4.99.