Retro enthusiasts rejoice as today Ziggurat Interactive, publisher of multiplatform retro and modern games, revealed a new trailer for side-scrolling shoot ’em up Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] during The MIX Fall Showcase!
A crown jewel of rare Super Famicom titles, this updated re-release launches in early 2025 on PC, PlayStation 4|5, and Nintendo Switch. For those who’d like to get their hands on a physical copy (just like the old days), Ziggurat has partnered with Limited Run Games. Physical Standard and Armageddon Collector’s Editions will be available for all platforms—including PC!
Watch the Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] The MIX Fall Showcase 2024 trailer:
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Featuring groundbreaking pre-rendered graphics for its era, the original Rendering Ranger: R² is renowned for its technical achievements and unique visual style. It pushed the Super Famicom to its limits, utilizing the console’s tech in ways that were unheard of for its time. The game’s challenging mechanics and detailed visual design have made it a favorite among collectors and retro gaming fans, and its limited release further cemented its reputation as a highly sought-after classic, often regarded as “one of the most expensive SNES games.”
About Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind]
Originally released in 1995 for the Super Famicom, Rendering Ranger: R² is a side-scrolling action title created by Manfred Trenz, the mastermind behind Turrican, The Great Giana Sisters, and Katakis (AKA Denaris).
Published by the renowned German software company Rainbow Arts, Rendering Ranger: R² is known for its combination of run-and-gun and shoot-’em-up gameplay and its impressive pre-rendered graphics in a time when the techniques and tools for creating them were not widely accessible. Initially intended for a Western release under the name Targa, it was ultimately distributed exclusively in Japan, with an estimated sale of only 10,000 copies. As a result, it has become one of the most coveted collectibles in retro gaming.
Utilizing Carbon Engine emulation, this re-release of Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] will feature:
- The unreleased prototype Targa and the Japan-only release Rendering Ranger: R²
- The ability to rewind the game with a press of a button, perfect for especially challenging sequences
- The option to save and continue, allowing players to pick up where they left off
- Optional CRT filter for a retro look and feel
Rendering Ranger: R² remains a testament to the creativity and technical prowess of its developers, securing its place in video game history as a unique and influential title.
Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] launches digitally and physically on PC (via Steam and GOG), PlayStation 4 & 5, and Nintendo Switch in early 2025.
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