NIS America has shared a brand new gameplay trailer for R-Type Final 2, the return of the classic side-scroller that's planned to launch on Nintendo Switch and other systems this April.

The video, which you can check out in full above, shows off some of the ship customisation options you'll be able to play around with in the game, as well as some of the weapon upgrades and bullet-filled areas you'll be exploring. It looks like this one could be a blast.

Coming to PS4, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and PC on April 30, 2021, R-Type Final 2 is the return of the legendary R-Type series, back and better than ever with beautifully rendered 3D graphics, exhilarating shoot-'em-up gameplay, and a multitude of stages, ships, and weapons that will allow you to conduct a symphony of destruction upon your foes.

As well as its digital launch on the Switch eShop on 30th April, NIS America recently confirmed that physical editions are also in the works.

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