R Type Dimensions EX Switch Preview

R Type Dimensions EX Switch Preview
Source: PR

R Type [hyphens intentionally removed for search purposes] was one of my favourite shoot ’em ups on the Amiga, so was pleased to see a reboot of sorts with R Type Dimensions EX on the Nintendo Switch.

For the time I was indoors, I played my Amiga. Not a euphemism. One of the very many titles I enjoyed was a shooter entitled R-Type.

Need I even do a background check on R Type Dimensions EX? This is shoot ’em up royalty and doesn’t require any screening to be with your kids. It made it onto other platforms and had a few sequels, but now it’s on the Nintendo eShop, and I have to say, it’s as good as I remember it.

R Type Dimensions EX

Featuring an overhaul on the graphics (which I may add, are actually very good), this version of R-Type is one of those titles where you can play with the original visuals. I tend to opt for that if it’s a game I’m familiar with, but the upgrade is so good that I switched (pun pun) to that. Your vessel and enemies are further polished, but the backgrounds are fantastic, yet don’t distract from the shooting fun.

R Type Dimensions EX - Classic
Classic. Source: Nintendo

Unfortunately, it’s only the first level you get to play. As soon as I finished, I wanted more. In that case, the R Type Dimensions EX demo did its job. There are so many titles I want to add to my library now. It’s not for lacking the funds to do so – a lot of them are on sale (sometimes permanently). I just don’t have any storage space on my memory card. Which reminds me: time to invest in a Switch card that’s double in size!

Nostalgia With A Switch

Back to R Type Dimensions EX and I have to recommend this from the demo alone. Whenever you have the chance, download the demo and take it for a spin. If it’s for nostalgic purposes, you won’t be disappointed. I’m hopeful that it brings with it new fans shooters and perhaps the side-scroller in general. Though that’s doubtful – it’s kind of a dying breed.

R Type Dimensions EX is out now on the Nintendo eShop. If I can upgrade my flux capacitor, I’ll free up some time and buy this. When I do, expect a review.