The legendary side-scrolling shooter returns with R-Type III: The Third Lightning on the Game Boy Advance. Originally a powerhouse on the Super Famicom/SNES, this port brings intense shmup action to the handheld. Pilot the R-90 Ragnarok through six grueling stages to destroy the Bydo Empire. R-Type III introduces the choice of three unique 'Force' units—Round, Shadow, and Cyclone—each providing different tactical advantages. Master the new Hyper Wave Cannon, which allows for rapid-fire devastation at the risk of overheating. With its complex boss battles and high-difficulty gameplay, R-Type III remains a gold standard for the genre.