Shantae: Risky's Revenge introduced countless handheld owners to the hip-shaking half-genie, but those who've tried to track down the game's Game Boy Color prequel will have had quite a shock, its price on auction sites reaching hundreds of dollars.
Developer WayForward often gets asked whether it's planning to bring the GBC romp to 3DS Virtual Console, and the good news is that yes, it is.
WayForward's Facebook page was updated with this message early this morning:
With Game Boy titles now being released on the 3DS eShop, we are frequently asked if we plan on bringing the original ‘Shantae’ to the service.
We have nothing to confirm at this time, but we can say that we are actively pursuing the re-release of ‘Shantae’ on the 3DS Virtual Console. As soon as we have anything to report, we will let you know. Until then, keep an eye on our Facebook and Twitter pages for future updates.
This would certainly be a welcome boost to the 3DS VC's catalogue, but as we all know the process of getting a game approved and released — even a Virtual Console one — is fraught with uncertainties. As soon as we have more on Shantae for Virtual Console, we'll let you know.
[source facebook.com]
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They should, I'd buy it.
DO IT!
I own the original. It cost a whole lot, and I thought it was a pretty decent game. Maybe not worth the huge amount I had to pay, but I don't really mind. Game's good either way.
Fantastic, I'm really enjoying the DSiWare version of Shantae and I would love to play the original. I actually was looking at used copies of the game on eBay and similiar sites. But it's way to expensive. So I can't wait on a 3DS VC release.
Some good news at least this week I will buy it if it comes! Haven't gotten quite into the sequel yet, can't find that guy in the forest, but I will
Oh hell yes. A great companion for the DSiWare sequel.
I found the DSiWare sequel to be, frankly, a disappointment, especially after the perfect review it scored here. Can't say I'm too excited.
More WayForward games are always a good thing...
(In before MasterGraveheart...)
Saw this coming from a mile away, but it's still great news.
I'll definitely buy it does get a 3DS vc release, it looks like a great game.
YES YES YES. No one should have to pay a fortune to play a rare gem like this.
Yes, please!
That would seriously rock.
Please. I don't feel like paying $100 just for a copy of this game.
I've been hoping they'd do this. Shantae is still the only good game I've played on the DSiWare, it's a shame I've never been able to play the original (I don't think it was even released in Europe).
Oh yes please, and if you can with some 3D effects added, the more the merrier!
They will... there's no GOOD reason for it NOT to, no licensing fees, no multiple rights, etc.
I think it would be pretty safe to say this has to be one of the most wanted titles to show up on Virtual Console for sure. It definately is for me anyway. Glad to see the wheels are in motion at least.
I'd get it.
Nice, I want this.
just got riskys revenge on 3ds its highly enjoyable would get the 1st one if that came too
@Straw_Hat_Luffy: It doesn't mean as much if I only just woke up. ^^;
I'm gonna enjoy it when it comes out on 3DS VC. In the mean time, though, I'll be enjoying it on my GBC (well Game Boy Player for GameCube, technically...). And yes, I'm seriously gonna buy it again for 3DS. _
Oh yeah! I honestly didn't enjoy the DSiware one that much. It was really nice, but my expectations were too high because of all the hype it got. I'd be willing to give it another chance though. The amount of combat moves sound like a lot more in the GBC version compared to DSiware and the screenshots look nice. So I'd probably buy this. (before Corbie's review so my expectations aren't sky high again,of course.)
I only recently got to play this and loved it. I like it much better than the Dsiware sequel. I can't wait for this on 3DS VC! Without a doubt the best GBC game I ever played!
I hope it comes to the 3DS VC because I never played this game before. I really like the Dsiware sequel.
I hope it does, because it costs at least $70 on ebay if you can even find a copy. I'm still kicking myself a decade later knowing I saw a new copy in store but didn't buy it because it looked like a girls game.
Also I can't find a good emulator I can use with a flashcart to run the game without massive slowdown, so really this is the only option for me.
Also releasing that Wendy Witch game on VC would be nice too Wayforward!
Please make it happen WayForward.
It might devalue the items on ebay!
And if they don't..... REMAKE!!
There is seriously nothing not to like about Shantae. She's cute an sexy, she's got attitude, and she turns into a monkey. I wasn't a huge fan of the DSiWare one, too much xploration, not my cup of tea. The GBC one is more straightforward, a lot like Aladdin for Genesis. Excellent...
Would be so cool to have it!
@Shinobi88
There is seriously nothing not to like about Shantae. She's cute an sexy, she's got attitude, and she turns into a monkey.
So what's there to not like again?
YES.
Day one download for me! (provided I own a 3DS and have enough credit when that day comes, of course!).
yes please
The first Shantae was stiff and a little too difficult, but if the people want it, I say let them have it.
There is really no reason, no reason at all and no excuse whatsoever, not to bring out the original Shantae game of the 3DS Virtual Console. It will be an instant hit, I'm sure! (Also it should be a world-wide simultaneous release! Don't make Europe wait for months while Japan and America are already having fun!)
This game was so much fun, I'd be willing to take it for another spin (provided there is some way to make your genie more "advanced" in the final town).
I hope they include the GBA enhancements (mainly an extra dance).
It's March 2012!
No more news have been said about this... I'm replaying Risky's Revenge once more, so enjoyable! We all want Shantae (GBC) to be released. I hope this can be a reality soon!!! I've read there was a special secret transformation into a Tinkerbat if you played the game in a GBA. I wish this one it's included as well in the VC version!!
Can't wait!! =D =)
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