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Shantae

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Also known as
シャンテイ

Use magical abilities and hair whips to defend your town from a pirate invasion.

Shantae was first released for the Game Boy Color in 2002, making it both the original release and the platform-specific release year.


							Shantae cover
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About Shantae

Shantae is a Game Boy Color title centered on defending Scuttle Town from a pirate incursion. The protagonist, a genie who serves as the settlement's guardian, must prevent Risky Boots from seizing a discovered treasure.

Gameplay involves utilizing the character's innate magical powers, which include offensive hair techniques and transformative dances. The objective is to thwart the pirate crew's plunder and protect the village from destruction.

Shantae Screenshots

12 images
Title screen.
Title screen (in Game Boy Advance).
Choosing a save slot.
Shantae walking across WayForward logo
Starting the game: pirates attack!
First eye-to-eye with Risky Boots
Some items are hidden
The town is saved! Or is it?
A bit of backstory explained
In a town
Towns are full of citizens who love to chat
Town shop