“Ray'z Arcade Chronology is one of the best shoot 'em up collections you can get thanks to a phenomenal trilogy of games that have defiantly stood the test of time and can appeal to a wide range of genre enthusiasts. I just don't know who this Ray fellow is...” - A.J. Maciejewski from Video Chums.
“Another year full of gaming treats is coming to a close so it's time to kick-off our Game of the Year Awards with a look at the 11 best retro and old-school games. When you're ready, fill your pocket with quarters and let's head to the arcade like in the good old days.” - A.J. Maciejewski from Video Chums.
"Comprised of RayForce, RayStorm, and RayCrisis, Taito's Ray series of shoot 'em ups are known for their lock-on mechanics that allow players to fire upon enemies in the foreground and background, excellent ship and mecha designs, and memorable music. ININ and M2’s Ray'z Arcade Chronology for PlayStation and Switch celebrates and preserves the series by collecting all three arcade games in one simple but slick package," says Co-Optimus.
VGChartz's Evan Norris: "Even without console ports or the mysterious R-Gear, Ray'z Arcade Chronology is a remarkable collection. It features three entertaining arcade games, including one of Taito's very best, surrounded by a bevy of options, special features, and settings that make those games more accessible and interesting than ever before. Ray might not have the broad appeal of Space Invaders, or the gaming cachet of Darius, but it's a valuable, dynamic franchise worthy of a high-quality compilation like this one."
