NIS America has announced the release date of the upcoming shoot ’em up Raiden III x Mikado Maniax for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam, coming June 6 in North America, June 9 in Europe and June 16 in Oceania. The game first launches in Japan on February 23.
Raiden III x Mikado Maniax celebrates the 30th anniversary of the Raiden series and marks 18 years after the game’s initial release on PlayStation 2, PC, and arcade. It features a multitude of new features on the latest hardware.
Raiden III was originally released in 2005 and was the first 3D entry in the series. Despite being released eleven years after its predecessor, it faithfully retained the classic Raiden essence that fans love.
Players will experience the original vertical-screen arcade experience, choosing from game modes such as Score Attack, Boss Rush, and Double Play, being able to control two ships at once. New heights can be reached by competing against other players online in the World Rankings, and the gaming experience can be further enhanced by choosing between original and remix background music.
▍Raiden III x Mikado Maniax Gameplay Trailer
▍Raiden III x Mikado Maniax Gameplay
Soar sky-high in Raiden III x Mikado Maniax, an electrifying entry in the classic arcade shoot ‘em up series! Customize your music, wallpapers, game mode, and more before launching into high-octane aerial action!
As the extraterrestrial race known as the Crystals launches another attack on Earth, it’s up to you to end their assault! Relive the original arcade experience with vertical screenplay while deploying several unique wallpapers for the edges of the screen.
Twice the Firepower
Pilot two ships at once in any game mode with Double Play!
Raiden Remixed
Choose between original and remixed background music, complete with individual track selection for each stage!
World Class Pilot
Compete against other players in the World Rankings, and watch their replays to see what you’re up against!
▍Raiden III x Mikado Maniax Editions
In addition to the digital version, the game will be available in two special physical editions:
■ Limited Edition: USD $69.99
– Raiden III x Mikado Maniax Deluxe Edition
– Thundersongs 2-disc Original Soundtrack
– Supercharged Schematics Poster
– Command Base Acrylic Phone Stand
– Collector’s Box
■ Deluxe Edition: USD $39.99
– Raiden III x Mikado Maniax
– Digital Soundtrack
– Poster
