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BUY THIS GAME

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: February 10, 2004
Author: Amazon User

R-Type Final goes to show that as gamers we have gotten soft in recent years. My reflexes are slow, my hand-eye coordination is out of alignment, my eyes get sore after forgetting to blink after a couple of hours, and I forgot how much fun you can have actually playing a game.

This game is difficult. If you play Platform games all day long, steer clear. If you're a real gamer, get R-Type Final.

AWESOME GAME MECHANICS

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: April 15, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Other than r-type for SNES, I've never really played muuch else in terms of the series. However, I'm glad to say that I purchased this one for PS2. Graphics and control aside, I think it's the game mechanics which make this such a fun game. The basics from the original are essentially the same; you fly a ship around, blastng your way through hordes of enemies in an endless assault of lasers and obstacles. However, what set this baby apart from the rest is your weapon system. You have an attachable bit on the front of your ship which can be released, allowing you to place it on the front or back of your ship, or just let it roam about. This means you can fire behind you.Pretty cool. Plus, the bit itself absorbs most bullets, so it can be used as a shield, which after absorbing enough energy, allows you to unleash a large explosing-type shot. Coupled with charged shots, customizable bits and missiles, there's a lot of room for technique. Plus, there are 101 different ships you can you use, each with their own weapons systems and bit and missile selections (which can be surprisingly unique) so you won't run into problems of redundancy. Other than the difficulty and sometimes slow pacing of the game, (not to mention the slow-down issue at times)this is a must buy for all shooter fans. highly recommended.

R-Type Final

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: October 31, 2005
Author: Amazon User

I really enjoy top down and side scrolling shooters, so take this opinion with that in mind. The only problem with R-Type is that dying sucks. When you die you restart from a usually bad position without any powerups. Once you unlock free-play this can make the game frustrating when you are playing new stages or playing with a different ship etc. However overall I think it's the best of the R-types and one of the better side scrollers out there.

Great game

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 17, 2006
Author: Amazon User

If your tired of all the first person shooters and RPGS... This game rocks.. It was 1990 all over again for me.. Love the game.. Since i didnt have anm original playstation I can only comment that the 3d effects they added in this version make the game more appealling for me :) The only issue I have is that you cant play 2 player.. But i can forgive that.

"Gradius" meets "Pokemon"

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 17, 2006
Author: Amazon User

Those looking for a fast paced side scrolling shooter will not be disappointed. Those who value their free-time away from video games should look elsewhere.

R-Type Final offers a rewarding shooter experience provided you challenge it on "Human" (normal) difficulty or higher. It's hardly worth playing on the lower settings due to a lack of any real challenge.

This game offers 101 different ships you can play with. Unlocking them is both rewarding and aggrivating. Everytime you unlock a high powered ship, you'll enjoy exploring its capabilities in battle. However, the novelty only lasts for one play-through at most. On the other hand, the flight time you have to log with a particular ship to unlock new ones can be truly absurd. Sometimes you have to log over TWO FULL HOURS of flight time in a ship to unlock a new one.

The battle mode is interesting and challenging in its own way, though I honestly would have preferred the inclusion of a two-player mode.

While R-Type Final is by no means perfect, it's a rewarding experience for those looking to relieve the heyday of side scrolling shooters. Just anticipate loosing many, many hours of your life to unlocking new ships.

R-Type Final

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: August 29, 2007
Author: Amazon User

WOW!!!! the best r-type. Numerous guns and ships, wicked speeds, and amazing bosses, enjoy.

Awesome waste of time

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 0
Date: June 30, 2008
Author: Amazon User

Multitudes of ships and beautiful vistas combined with some wicked gameplay makes this one great shooter.
If only they were all this good!

best game ever xcept u cant play it

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 2 / 21
Date: December 25, 2003
Author: Amazon User

this is the best game ive ever played.its runs on my brain.wich is t?he best console fever made.

Perfect!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 07, 2004
Author: Amazon User

Better than R-Type Delta. And a mass collection of ships to use in battle. Buy it do not hesitate!

A Delight

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 1
Date: February 13, 2004
Author: Amazon User

A challenging game with hundred of ships, several hidden bonus levels, several endings, several levels of difficulty, a new versus mode, great gameplay, excellent graphics, and a decent soundtrack. This one is a worthy sequel to R-Type Delta for the PS1, and it also holds its own against Square's classic Einhander.

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