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Shantae Review (3DS eShop / GBC)

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Developer:WayForward
Publisher:Limited Run Games
Year:2025
Genre:Action, Platformer, Metroidvania
Multiplayer:
Languages:English

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Genie-girl Shantae is the self-appointed guardian of a small fishing village, Scuttle Town. Living life in a lighthouse rather than a bottle, she's constantly on the lookout for danger. When the nefarious lady-pirate Risky Boots catches wind of treasure unearthed in the village, she launches an attack. It's up to Shantae to prove she's the rightful Guardian Genie through dancing, buying, and hair-whipping abilities. Originally released on Game Boy Color in 2002 by WayForward, re-released on physical cartridge by Limited Run Games with rainbow foil stamping.

Reviews

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Shantae Review
Shantae is a fine example of how good a 2D platform game can be on a portable system.
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Shantae Review (3DS eShop / GBC)
Despite the long wait, WayForward's tricky 2D platformer is sprinkled with genuine charm and inventive magic.
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