: One of the biggest criticisms is the long load times (5–10 seconds) when respawning at checkpoints, which can break the "flow" of gameplay during difficult sections. Key Update Features : Recent updates like Ver. 1.4.0 Ver. 2.0.3 have added:
The game uses a "Stage Pass" model to bring back classic levels from the series' history. These are often referred to as "Homage Stages". Notable Homage Content Source Game Flame-Engulfed Arms Factory Inside of Ruins R-Type III , R-Type Leo Stage Pass Vol. 2 Azure Grotto Forgotten Lab R-Type II , R-Type Delta , R-Type Final Stage Pass Vol. 3 Homage Set 7, 8, and 9 (Finalized late 2022) Switch Performance Report R-Type Final 2 Switch NSP UPDATE DLC
But the community quickly realized that the base NSP was just the cockpit. The real ship required and DLC . : One of the biggest criticisms is the