R-Type has already been released on Android, iPhone, Amiga, Atari ST, Commodore 64, Game Boy, SEGA Master System, TurboGrafx-16, Wii, Amstrad CPC, J2ME, ZX Spectrum, MSX, PC-88, Sharp X68000, TurboGrafx CD.

All release dates for R-Type

The whole world:
  • Android → Game released → September 12, 2011
  • iPhone → Game released → August 26, 2010

USA:
  • Amiga → Game released → 1989
  • Atari ST → Game released → 1988
  • Commodore 64 → Game released → 1988
  • Game Boy → Game released → May 1991
  • SEGA Master System → Game released → 1988
  • TurboGrafx-16 → Game released → 1990
  • Wii → Game released → December 25, 2006

United Kingdom:
  • Amstrad CPC → Game released → 1989
  • Commodore 64 → Game released → 1988
  • J2ME → Game released → 2007
  • ZX Spectrum → Game released → 1988

Japan:
  • MSX → Game released → 1988
  • PC-88 → Game released → October 1988
  • Sharp X68000 → Game released → June 9, 1989
  • TurboGrafx CD → Game released → December 20, 1991

Belgium:
  • Wii → Game released → September 25, 2009

Explanation of statuses in release dates

Game in development

The game has been officially announced and is under development for the specified platforms. In this case, an exact or estimated release date is provided.

Game released

The game has been released, it is available for purchase or download on the specified platforms.

Not officially announced

The game has not been officially announced yet, but the likelihood of it is high. A possible release date and likely platforms are indicated.

Early Access

The game has been released in early access. This means that developers have released an unfinished, but playable version of the game, available to anyone interested. Usually, such versions are available at a reduced price or even for free, and the game is more expensive upon release. However, be prepared to encounter bugs, as development is still ongoing.

Beta testing

The game is being tested, it is available to everyone, or to a limited number of people. Tests can be closed or open. By participating in the beta test, players can try out the project shortly before its release.

Frozen

The game was in development for some time, but now it's frozen. Perhaps someday the developers will return and finish the game, but more often than not, the project is simply shut down.

Game canceled

The game's development has been definitively and irrevocably canceled. This status signifies the project's demise.

The project is closed

The game has faded into obscurity. What is currently happening with the project is unknown, but it is most likely shut down.