Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind]

Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind]

March 20, 2025

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Developed by Manfred Trenz (creator of the Turrican series) and published by German software powerhouse Rainbow Arts, this game was originally released in 1995. Originally slated to come to the West as Targa, the game ultimately ended up as a Japan-only title, with only 10,000 copies printed, making it one …

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Critic Reviews (7)

A.J. Maciejewski Video Chums Mar 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

85.0

Gameplay

78.0

Story

45.0

"Few games showcase the simple action-oriented SNES-era weekend game rental as well as Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind] does so play it! ⏪"

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Carlos França Junior GameBlast Mar 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

68.0

Gameplay

72.0

Story

84.0

"Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] is part of a constellation of stars never before seen by the general public that finally gets its due spotlight. Even with a release three decades ago, the combination of mechanics and precise gameplay make it …"

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Connor Nichols Seafoam Gaming Mar 2025
80.0 /100

Graphics

65.0

Gameplay

80.0

Story

45.0

"From stages that offer some of the best horizontal shooting action on the entire console without hesitation, to a fun romp of stages that still offer a lot of enjoyment even at the lowest lows, this game is an easy …"

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Danny Neleman Retrolike.net Mar 2025
70.0 /100

Graphics

70.0

Gameplay

70.0

Story

70.0

"For run-and-gun loyalists, there’s actually quite a bit to appreciate. The game offers tight action, varied set of weapons, and level design that rewards players with patience and precision. It might not break new ground, but it absolutely holds its …"

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Josh Speer Hey Poor Player Mar 2025
70.0 /100

"Despite an intense and often unforgiving difficulty and unclear emulation, I still had a good time playing through the blast from the past that is Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind]. It’s clear to me that Manfred Trenz is a very talented …"

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Justin Nation Nindie Spotlight Mar 2025
71.0 /100

"A retro run-n-gun affair that’s a bit too muddy and clunky to really pull you in"

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Richard Pett Games Freezer Mar 2025
75.0 /100

Graphics

80.0

Gameplay

85.0

Story

60.0

"Rendering Ranger R² [Rewind] for me is a testament to the ingenuity of 16-bit game design from the mid &s;90s and i&s;m gutted that I never played it first time around. It&s;s definitely a must-play for all the run n …"

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