Rendering Ranger: The ‘R²’ must-play title has physical editions arriving with pre-orders on deck
Love retro video games? How about flashing back 30 years and losing your mind to the insanely awesome Rendering Ranger: R² franchise with limited edition copies in the physical form? Oh yes.
It’s pure awesomeness and geeking out with physical copies of PlayStation 4|5 and Nintendo Switch versions coming out this year? Holy smokes. Geek out.
Since its release in 1995 by Virgin Interactive Entertainment, Rendering Ranger: R² has become a rare, highly sought-after item for many gamers’ collections. Limited Run Games is excited to release brand new physical editions of the game for preorder from February 14 to March 16, 2025. Ziggurat Interactive will release the game digitally as Rendering Ranger: R² [Rewind] on PC via Steam, PlayStation 4|5, and Nintendo Switch on March 20, 2025.
The original Rendering Ranger: R², first developed by Rainbow Arts and esteemed creator Manfred Trenz, is celebrated for its technical accomplishments and distinctive visual aesthetic. The game pushed the boundaries of the Super Famicom's capabilities, utilizing pre-rendered graphics that were pioneering for its time. Its demanding gameplay and visually intricate design have endeared it to collectors and retro gaming enthusiasts, and the limited initial release elevated its status as a coveted classic, often called “the most expensive SNES game.”
Utilizing Carbon Engine emulation, this rerelease 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 up where they left off
Optional CRT filter for retro look and feel
The game will be available physically for PC, PS4, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. While the standard edition is a beautiful addition to any collection, Rendering Ranger will also be available in the Armageddon edition, a special collector’s box filled with keepsakes.
About the Editions
PS4, PS5, Switch Standard ($34.99)
Game case
Game disc/cartridge
Translated Manual with added Retrospective
Controller Diagram card (specific to platform)
PC Standard Edition ($34.99)
PC Micro Box
USB Stick with DRM-free build of the game
Armageddon Edition ($99.99)
Collector's Edition Box
Physical Copy of Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind]
Reversible 12" x 16" Poster
Rendering Ranger: R2 [Rewind] Original Soundtrack
Ranger Sprite Enamel Pin
Commemorative Metal Coin
3D Printed Metal Helmet Keychain
Limited Run Games is the industry leader in producing and distributing premium physical video games. Founded in 2015, they have published over 1,000 physical games and soundtracks in addition to winning several awards for their bespoke Collector’s Editions. Limited Run is the gold standard in bringing digital games to physical form for casual fans and collectors alike. Visit limitedrungames.com for the latest offerings, or follow the brand on your social media platform of choice for all LRG-related updates: @limitedrungames.
About Ziggurat Interactive
Since its founding in 2019, Ziggurat has published over 130 titles, from retro classics to all-new IP franchises. With games currently available across all major PC and console platforms, Ziggurat reaches a wide variety of gamers across all ages, genres and playstyles.
To learn more, visit their official website at https://www.ziggurat.games/.
