What is R-Type Delta Recompilation?

R-Type Delta Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of R-Type Delta. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Do I need the original game files to run R-Type Delta Recompilation?

Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.

R-Type Delta Recompilation

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The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.

Based on R-Type Delta

Image of the original game, R-Type Delta. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

R-Type Delta (original game, not this project) — Image of the original game, R-Type Delta. This project has no screenshots of its own yet.

Links, repository & details

About

R-Type Delta Recompiled is a release candidate that uses PSXRecomp and the shared recomp-ui launcher. You must supply your own SLUS-00877 game disc and a SCPH-5502/5552 Europe BIOS; the package contains no game disc, retail BIOS, generated retail game code or saved game.

Getting started

In the setup wizard select your CUE file and the required BIOS, then run Generate & rebuild and wait for the game to start. On Windows the wizard can download the portable build tools, while Linux and macOS need CMake, Ninja, Python 3 and a C/C++ compiler first.

Known issues & limitations

Package setup and gameplay acceptance are still pending; native build checks do not establish gameplay support.

What you need to run it

Original game files required. The project ships code only; you provide your own copy of the game.

You must supply your own SLUS-00877 game disc.

How to install

Extract the complete setup ZIP into a writable folder.
Start `R_Type_Delta_Recompiled` (the `.exe` on Windows).
In the setup wizard, select your CUE file and required BIOS.
Choose Generate & rebuild and wait for the game to start.
Keep the CUE file and all files it references together.

Summarised from the project's README.

Status & roadmap

Version 0.1.0 is being prepared for September 7, 2026, with package setup and gameplay acceptance pending.

AI assistance

The README says the project was developed with AI assistance, with the author testing the game and making release decisions.

Additional notes

Bios requirement: The BIOS must be 524288 bytes with a specific SHA-256 hash given in the README.

FAQ

What is R-Type Delta Recompilation?: R-Type Delta Recompilation is an open-source recompilation of R-Type Delta. The original game's compiled code translated into a native program for a new platform, usually a PC port.
Do I need the original game files to run R-Type Delta Recompilation?: Yes. The project does not include the original game's assets, so you need your own copy.