This beta version of R-Type III: The Third Lightning for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System likely showcases an earlier stage of development. It offers a glimpse into the game's creation, showing potential changes and modifications made before the final product's release in Europe. This version would be extremely valuable for studying the game's development history. Further research would be required to determine the differences from the final version and the reason for its release as a beta.

R-Type III - The Third Lightning (Europe) (Beta)

Q-bert 3 (Japan)