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Rating 4.7 out of 5 stars with 237 reviews

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Customers enjoy the smooth and fun gameplay of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero, praising the charming story and lively characters. The game's music is also frequently highlighted as a standout feature. Many players feel the game offers excellent value for its price.

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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Fun side scroller!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I never really played much of the other Shantae games but I will admit this one is pretty fun. Nice side scroller platformer type game play. Really pleasing cartoony esqe graphics. Good game, def worth a try.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This game is wonderful I originally got it on vita and beat it but once I saw it was on switch I had to get it again

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Fun Indie Platformer

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    These games are as fun as the Mario platformer games. Good original stories and vibrant colors. A must-play.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Another great indie game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is another great indie game for the switch. Offers fun platforming game play. Very happy with the purchase.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Half Geni, Full fun

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very entertaining platformer, sufficiently challenging while not too difficult. Overflowing with character and charm.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Enjoyable Gameplay

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I found the Switch version of this game to be a surprisingly good port of the original gameplay. Controls very well with the switch controllers and an enjoyable romp through a game I played years back.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Interesting game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I like a good platformer but I had never heard of this game. Due to the price, I decided to look up reviews. The reviews were positive so I decided to give it a shot. It turned out to be a good game.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Absolutely fun and addictive game. It comes with a beautiful art book and soundtrack. Totally worth it.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Awesome game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Loads of fun! This game was for my children, but it seems Dad has spent more time playing it! Total blast!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Love the game very much. I had never played shantae until,now and I’m glad I bought this edition...

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Excellent aesthetic and playstyle

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you're looking for a good platformer series, Shantae is it and this game is no exception.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great Indie!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has to be one of the best indie games on the Switch! Graphics and gameplay are top notch!

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Excellent Game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The visuals for the 2D/3D hybrid platforming game are stunning and reminds me a lot of the visual style of Rayman Legends and Origins. This game has a lot to offer in terms of gameplay!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Best edition of a great game

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I've been a fan of the Shantae series for a few years and originally bought Shantae: Half-Genie Hero on the Wii U. It's a great game, and the DLC, while a little redundant due to replaying the same areas (albeit with different characters and different challenges), extends the life of the game a good bit. This Ultimate Edition is the best version of the game since it comes with all the DLC and even some exclusive content, and was worth a double dip to be able to play it on the go with the Switch. At the price it is a no brainer.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great series

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    If you havent played a shantae game you are really missing out. 2D Platforming perfection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Very good game

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    Posted . Owned for 1.5 years when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I purchased this game not knowing what to expect but it turns out it is a very good game. I'm pleased with the theme, different levels and graphics.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Great but a little underwhelming

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The base game itself is really fun but the dlc is just okay. I guess having all of them on physical would justify the price but I wish the costumes could be used in the regular story.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Amazing

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I have played the previous 2 shantae games and I can honestly say that this is my favorite.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Finding this game was nearly IMPOSSIBLE!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Finding this particular game was definitely a hard mission. It is practically sold out everywhere, but I continued searching and I finally found it! So glad to have it in my collection now. I think why it's so valuable is that this physical copy comes with all the DLC already for free plus there weren't a ton of copies made for this game. Most people will have to get this and all the extra DLC Digitally.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Price

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bought this for my collection

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I only bought this because it was a really good price, so I could add it to my collection.

    I would recommend this to a friend
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