Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Overview

Number of Players

Single Player

Genre

Action, Adventure, Platformer

Release Date

Wii U

20th Dec 2016 (USA)
20th Dec 2016 (UK/EU)

Series

Shantae

Screenshots (6)

Reviews

85

Wii U
Review Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Genieus
Immediately upon seeing the title screen and hearing the game's main theme, you know that Shantae: Half-Genie Hero is another step forward for this series. Back in 2002, Shantae made her debut on the Game Boy Color to rave reviews but disappointing sales — hardly a shock when you take into account the GBC was on its last legs — but the...
- Wed 21st Dec 2016
- Wii U
- Reviews
- Shantae

About The Game

Shantae embarks on her first full HD adventure! When a mysterious crime wave sweeps Sequin Land, it's up to Half-Genie Hero Shantae to save the day!

Use Shantae's devastating Hair-Whip Attack to send monsters flying, or Belly Dance to transform into a more powerful creature form! Topple the masterminds behind each criminal caper and prepare for the ultimate showdown against Shantae's arch nemesis – the bodacious buccaneer Risky Boots!

Shantae's trademark moves return! Dance to transform into all-new and classic creatures, or summon magical attacks! Over a dozen dances to discover in all!
New Relic System allows players to unlock new powers and customise moves for Shantae and her many forms!
Conquer arcade-style action stages that unfold into a full world to explore. Fast action and quest-style exploration rolled into one!
When Shantae's story ends, you're just getting started! Purchasable DLC modes introduce new characters, levels, and bosses!
Huge bosses, humorous dialogue, and the wonderfully weird Shantae cast return, now in fully-animated HD!

1
Nintendood
Sat 5th Oct 2013

I've loved Shantae since she got her start on GBC, and I'm a paid backer of this game, but the hair-whipping attack originated with Kabuki Quantum Fighter for the NES!

2
FrostFlare
Mon 27th Jan 2014

Sounds like we're getting a prequel? All the more reason to own a Wii U. But seriously? Shantae and the Pirate's Curse isn't even out yet! Not that I'm complaining...

3
maceng
Sun 16th Nov 2014

Supporters have pledged more than US$920,000 but the kickstarter page still hasn't updated the goals (it lists the additional chapter that was unlocked at 800k).

I do hope for full voice acting (at 1.1M) to be unlocked.

4
shantaeforever
Fri 2nd Jan 2015

Omg I can't wait for it!!!

5
NightmareSlash
Sat 27th Jun 2015

I've followed Shantae since the GBC version, and all of the installments. The series was fantastic. I can't wait for the game. I've played the demo, really good.

6
bluedogrulez
Wed 30th Nov 2016

Just checked my Amazon pre-order. Delayed another week to December 20. Not sure this is gonna happen in 2016 . . . .

7
StarDust4Ever
Fri 16th Dec 2016

Anybody else enjoying this game with their KS codes yet? I don't see it available in the eShop, but code was successfully redeemed and playing it right now on Wii-U. I've finished the Mermaid stage and this game really wastes no time kicking you into the action....

PS:I'm gonna buy a physical copy to keep sealed...