Shantae: Half-Genie Hero - Dance and Transform in an HD Platformer

9/13/2026, 1:05:17 PM

Release date: 12/20/2016

Tags: #female-protagonist #platformer #metroidvania #cute #action #side-scroller #singleplayer #anime

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Japan

¥ 1,980 (JPY)

Steam JP

$19.99 (USD)

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Japan Price: ¥ 1,980
Global Price: $19.99
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Key highlight

Shantae's first HD adventure! Use hair-whip attacks and belly-dancing transformations to battle monsters and stop Risky Boots in this vibrant action platformer.

Who this is for

A must-play for Shantae fans and lovers of charming characters and challenging action platformers. The transformation system is unique and exploration is highly rewarding.

Details

Overview

Shantae, the beloved half-genie hero, leaps into her first full HD adventure in "Shantae: Half-Genie Hero." This vibrant platformer plunges players into Sequin Land, which is currently plagued by a mysterious crime wave. It's up to Shantae to restore peace using her unique abilities and a cast of colorful characters.

Highlights

Transformative Combat: Shantae's signature Belly Dance allows her to transform into various creature forms, each with unique abilities, adding a deep layer to combat and exploration.
Classic and New Abilities: Players can utilize Shantae's devastating Hair-Whip Attack and discover over a dozen dances to unlock new powers and customize her moves through the new Relic System.
HD Visuals and Action: Developed by WayForward, this installment brings the series into full HD, featuring fluid animation and engaging side-scrolling action against the backdrop of a world threatened by the nefarious Risky Boots.

Who It's For

Fans of classic 2D platformers, Metroidvania-style exploration, and games with strong female protagonists will find a lot to love here. The cute art style and engaging gameplay make it accessible to a wide audience, while the depth of the transformation system offers a challenge for seasoned players.

Game Info

"Shantae: Half-Genie Hero" is a single-player action platformer developed and published by WayForward. It was released on December 20, 2016, and supports multiple languages including English, Japanese, French, Italian, and Spanish. The game features Steam Achievements and Steam Trading Cards.