@@honezone2266 That one's Risky Revenge. And that one was enhanced with the Director's Cut for Wii U, Switch, PC and PS4. Overall is the same game but better.
I'm crazy enough into the Shantae series that I already own and played a Chinese reproduction cartridge of the original game, yet I ordered it on both Switch and Game Boy Color through Limited Run Games. Can't wait to get them.
Man, the first game is probably the most cohesive in design, I just wish the levels didn’t feel so empty. But the size of the overworld between levels is awesome for a GBC game, and it still controls very well. I’d probably put it right behind Pirate’s Curse in a ranking of best Shantae games.
I hope the direction inputed dance system comes back in a future title. I know they scrapped it to simplify and speed up transforming but it was just so fun to transform with direction inputed dances!
I mean, You can play Mother 1, 2 and 3 all in GBA, and if you have a japanese Wii U with the japanese EShop, you can the same there. However, no complete collection for the rest of the world... Japanese are lucky.
You can blame the Tomato for making Mother 3 rereleased, as their transition was so well done, that it literally shut Nintendo down any opportunity to do it themselves, as the fans would start seeing tomato’s as superior, while making Nintendo look like a laughing stock by comparison, so if it weren’t for tomato, it would of existed, besides it does explain why Nintendo hasn’t sent a Cease and desist to him yet after all these years, doesn’t it. Note: I like tomato’s translation, and hope it does not get taken down, & sorry if the comment sounds condescending.
@@danielpound1519 Can't wait to play it and experience the story from the beginning. Love old school graphic style games. I grew up on them. So very excited.
Well, only one nodern plataform officially.... I dunno about the type of license that the original shantae have with nintendo, but this need to be port tp all modern consoles (and well, Xbox can emulate gameboy games with some apps or by nesbox site)
@@Lucas66393 Yeah, that's true. Maybe...this is some kind of sign. People have been speculating that the Nintendo exclusivity could be a sign they had a deal with them and she might be a playable character in Smash this year. But, that's just wishful thinking. I do hope they bring this to other platforms too eventually. We'll see!
Same this looks like its gonna be a blast :>. I have all 5 of em digital. They are super addictive and remind me alot of the legend of zelda series especially with dungeons and all. I like open world stuff or exploration that doesn't limit which direction you move in.
Since I got a really late start to the Shantae series and enjoyed the other 4 games, I have been dying to know when the original would be added to the Switch. It is coming sooner than I expected. I'm so excited
This game was an absolute masterpiece of a GBC game. The single most impressive use of the GBC hardware. It's a shame the original release was so long after the GBA came out that it got overlooked at the time.
Also, it didn't help that Capcom only produced 25,000 units and refused to produce more after they sold out; so not even word of mouth could save the original. Thankfully, their name is scrubbed clean off of this re-release, and thank goodness for digital distribution, basically lifting this entire franchise from what would have been death.
I had the original cartridge bought brand new at the time. Sold it for around 250$ around a decade ago. Then, I bought the digital version on 3DS for 5$. Along all the rest for 3DS and PS Vita. Look like I'll buy all the Shantaes again so they can be together on the same console!
Thank you for adding the GBA mode to the game. This was missing from the 3DS port and finally people can experience the game in full like it was meant to be.
I think it's great that Shantae GBC is widely available for good now. It was a big deal when it hit the 3DS, but having it on the Switch, a extremely popular console, will be great for the gaming community and WayForward!
A unexpected announcement to be sure but a welcomed one lol. Seriously I expected if we were ever going to get the original Shantae on the switch or something it would be a remake.
I still have this game for my gameboy color and on my 3DS. It's pretty awesome to see the whole Shantae collection on Switch! Now all we need is Shantae for Smash!!!
@@timothybrownwood4372 These excuses of "Stop comparing first-party characters with third-party characters" are not working. People claimed that Banjo was never going to join Smash because he is dead and irrelevant, people claimed characters like Ice Climbers, Pit and R.O.B. also were, but they claimed Banjo is different because he is not owned by Nintendo, that failed as well.
Ah, I love the original Shantae! This is gonna be great! I ordered my physical copy from Limited Run Games first chance I could and I'm excitedly looking forward to getting it. Got both the Switch and GBC version. I first played this on 3DS when I was going through a rough patch and, though I wasn't able to finish it at the time cause life got in the way and I totally lost track of what I was supposed to do, it ended up inspiring a massive 2D gaming kick that I've been riding ever since! Looking forward to getting into it for the full ride and enjoying those amazing tunes throughout
This is wonderful. I remember having a lot of fun playing this classic on my 3DS. It's great that it comes to the Nintendo Switch so that more people get to know this gem.
The menu looks like the ones from Shantae: HGH Ultimate Edition and Mighty Switch Force! Collection. I hope Mighty Flip Champs DX and Mighty Milky Way get a 2-in-1 port.
All 5 shantae games are on switch Smash ultimate is the 5th smash game The next empty fighters pass slot is the 5th one Oh yeah, it’s all coming together
@@ShinobiPhoenix-YT0 In my case, it was because it was a rare Game Boy Color game. Heck, I remember WayForward back then had a really hard time making the first sequel, they couldn't even launch a GBA port of Shantae.
For those who need a reminder, this is at least the second re-release of this game. It's still on WiiU too, so it was never in danger of going away. Just be appreciative of this new release.
Even if I get this digitally, I am glad WayForward is giving us ways to get this in legal form without having to pay an arm and a leg (and maybe a kidney) for a copy.
I love this game! The only thing I don't like is having to hold the attack button to run. :( I have it on the 3DS but if you ever do a physical Switch release (along with Risky's Revenge) I would buy that right up!
I remember asking them on Twitter if they're were going to update the original to a remake format or a remastered few years ago. But the worst part about asking is some asshole reply where they said the company shouldn't do it and just make new games instead of updating a old original for new consoles
I've always been kinda curious about this series, and I'm the kind of guy who prefers to start a new series from the beginning rather than jumping in somewhere in the middle.
I was a teenage boy in 2002, and adored the GameBoy Color. I bought Shantae as a random purchase simply because it was an attractive girl in what looked like a bikini on the cover. Little did I realize I had purchased not only an outstanding game, but one that would go on to be a holy grail fetching hundreds and hundreds of dollars as the years went on. I'm happy to see Shantae getting a Switch port so people can see for themselves how absolutely brilliant it is. It's a little disappointing this Switch version appears to simply be a port rather than offering greater screen resolution (screen crunch is a problem as it is any GBC platformer) but eh, the game is still one of the finest ever made.
The original Shantae game from the Nintendo Gameboy Color is a nostalgic classic brought to the Modern Nintendo Switch, cause Shantae is Ret-To-Go!👼. That and potentially she'll be joining in Smash Bros Ultimate as well.😉💌
![SHANTAE - Who Dat? [Character Review]](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/K9sZ9L0FddY/mqdefault.jpg)
Finally!
The whole Shantae saga is in one place!
I've got Risky's Revenge on PS4, Pirate's Curse in WiiU and 1/2 Genie Hero on Switch.
I'd thoroughly enjoy them all in one place
Pc, got them all there c:
You missing the DSi one buddy
@@honezone2266 That one's Risky Revenge.
And that one was enhanced with the Director's Cut for Wii U, Switch, PC and PS4. Overall is the same game but better.
@@derpknightfully Do you have Shantae and the Seven Sirens?
It's crazy how six years ago i never even heard of Shantae and now it's one of my favorite game series, can't wait to play the original.
Be ready for some pain. Personally, I found it to be the most brutal of them all... (But still great to play the original!)
I'm crazy enough into the Shantae series that I already own and played a Chinese reproduction cartridge of the original game, yet I ordered it on both Switch and Game Boy Color through Limited Run Games. Can't wait to get them.
@@JarieSuicune Original was nowhere near as hard as Risky's Revenge imo.
Me three years & same (already played all games tho).
Same
Finally the entire Series on 1 Console. Time to buy them all baby!
Yeah, baby, yeah!
It’s time they put them all on a cartridge too
@@MsModestyBlaise That’ll be amazing regardless of the price, let’s wait and see if they do!
Oh yeah Ret 2 go !!!!
Finally... My collection is complete. I can now sleep.
Same!
Yes! Dreams do come true.
Until shantae 6
But just wait till shantae 6 comes out. Hopefully it will happen. The series is very successful.
Little by little this franchise I’ve loved since a kid keeps getting more and more recognition, really hope it keeps growing and getting more games
Welp, hope everyone can finally enjoy a timeless classic, now physical too. Now all we need is Shantae for Smash.
It's physical? 👀
Yeah, from a limited run. Pre orders were made back in October though. Not sure what's left though.
@@joserachi96 only from limited run games. It's too late now to get.
Dang! I found out too late then...
Thanks for the info! was already searching it up online ✌
She deserves it, no doubt about that
Now all we need is a Shantae Maker from WayForward and I'm golden dood.
Shantae the half genie builder.
That's actually a good idea. XD Make it happen Wayforward.
Whoa dood! Don't explode
Smash! Come on!
@@MarioStrikers "XD"?
Man, the first game is probably the most cohesive in design, I just wish the levels didn’t feel so empty. But the size of the overworld between levels is awesome for a GBC game, and it still controls very well. I’d probably put it right behind Pirate’s Curse in a ranking of best Shantae games.
I remember getting this on my 3ds a years and years ago, the music immediately hooked me and i have played every Shantae game ever since.
At long last, more people will play this gem !
Hopefully this could help her get into smash
Yes, now i can finally have the entire Shantae collection on switch
I hope the direction inputed dance system comes back in a future title. I know they scrapped it to simplify and speed up transforming but it was just so fun to transform with direction inputed dances!
I seem to suck at that mechanic... not sure why though. Part of why I find the first one much harder than the rest.
It was fun, but also super annoying, if it does come back I hope it's an optional feature.
Shantae Fans: “Finally, the collection is now complete!”
Mother Fans:
“......m-mmaybe......just maybe.....someday.”
*Sheds single tear of hope*
When Itoi wheeeeeeen??!!?!
That’s right, kiddo. Keep hoping.
*sniff*
Keep hoping.
I mean, You can play Mother 1, 2 and 3 all in GBA, and if you have a japanese Wii U with the japanese EShop, you can the same there. However, no complete collection for the rest of the world... Japanese are lucky.
@@jayjayelavioncito69420 I played Earthbound on the special snes with pre downloads, and I had to get an emulator for Mother 3
You can blame the Tomato for making Mother 3 rereleased, as their transition was so well done, that it literally shut Nintendo down any opportunity to do it themselves, as the fans would start seeing tomato’s as superior, while making Nintendo look like a laughing stock by comparison, so if it weren’t for tomato, it would of existed, besides it does explain why Nintendo hasn’t sent a Cease and desist to him yet after all these years, doesn’t it.
Note: I like tomato’s translation, and hope it does not get taken down, & sorry if the comment sounds condescending.
Sweet! Now I can have a complete Shantae Switch collection!
Now I can finally have the entire Shantae collection on a single system! ^_^
Have this on my 3DS. My middle school game back in the day.
Thank you Wayforward.
Well this was unexpected, but I'm interested
They announced this last summer but now we have a release date!
I've got the physical copy preordered. Never played this one before
@@aqlandmirrorvideogamerandc2983 It's a fantastic game, definitely worth the time.
@@danielpound1519 Can't wait to play it and experience the story from the beginning. Love old school graphic style games. I grew up on them. So very excited.
Rename it Shantae: Leaps of Faith. Because some of the jumps in the original game are a leap of faith
Is that a SomecallmeJohnny reference by any chance?
@@jacobrodriguez7780 Yes
@@michaelrhett4958 nice.
Coming to think of it “Leap of Faith” fits well too cuz of it being the first game and having a rocky start
@@makotoyuki345 Very true.
It's excellent that people will be able to experience this on modern platforms again. Preservation is so important!
Well, only one nodern plataform officially.... I dunno about the type of license that the original shantae have with nintendo, but this need to be port tp all modern consoles (and well, Xbox can emulate gameboy games with some apps or by nesbox site)
@@Lucas66393 Yeah, that's true. Maybe...this is some kind of sign. People have been speculating that the Nintendo exclusivity could be a sign they had a deal with them and she might be a playable character in Smash this year. But, that's just wishful thinking.
I do hope they bring this to other platforms too eventually. We'll see!
I should totally go back to my shantae obsession again
Finally! The entire Shantae collection under one roof! Now can finally own all 5 Shantae games on my Nintendo Switch! 😁👍🏻
Same this looks like its gonna be a blast :>. I have all 5 of em digital. They are super addictive and remind me alot of the legend of zelda series especially with dungeons and all. I like open world stuff or exploration that doesn't limit which direction you move in.
Since I got a really late start to the Shantae series and enjoyed the other 4 games, I have been dying to know when the original would be added to the Switch. It is coming sooner than I expected. I'm so excited
This game was an absolute masterpiece of a GBC game. The single most impressive use of the GBC hardware. It's a shame the original release was so long after the GBA came out that it got overlooked at the time.
Yeah
The game LOOKS like it belongs on the GBA
Also, it didn't help that Capcom only produced 25,000 units and refused to produce more after they sold out; so not even word of mouth could save the original.
Thankfully, their name is scrubbed clean off of this re-release, and thank goodness for digital distribution, basically lifting this entire franchise from what would have been death.
Ah yes, a timeless classic. I actually miss the belly dances from this: she didn't do much of it in 7 sirens.
MY RECCOMENDED HAS SPOKEN TO ME. FINALLY THE FIRST SHANTAE, ON SWITCH! WOOOOOOO
I had the original cartridge bought brand new at the time. Sold it for around 250$ around a decade ago.
Then, I bought the digital version on 3DS for 5$. Along all the rest for 3DS and PS Vita.
Look like I'll buy all the Shantaes again so they can be together on the same console!
ahhhhhhh!
Hi
Jesus Christ calm down
You scream more than my disabled neighbor
@@eldankdoge that's not funny
@@Mrs_Starlight huh did I say neighbor? no is me with my voices in my head
Wow that's a neat surprise. Never played any of the entries within this series. Always wanted to. WayForward you are awesome
So excited to play EVERY GAME IN THE SERIES on one handheld!
Or one console, because the Switch is a hybrid console. The Switch Lite is the real handheld.
@@Fictionboy16 can't go wrong with either
Without a doubt one of, if not, the best GameBoy/GamoBoy Color game.
Now let's get to that Xtreme Sports port! Huzzah!
Finally. It is complete.
I just bought Xtreme Sports on the 3DS, so if they did port Xtreme Sports to the Switch, my timing would be so awful.
I'm still wishing for the dancing minigame to be back in future Shantae games but this is pretty cool too
Just got a notification on this game and Risky's Revenge shipping, can't wait to play the games.
Thank you for adding the GBA mode to the game. This was missing from the 3DS port and finally people can experience the game in full like it was meant to be.
YES!!! MY CHILDHOOD GAME!!!
Happy to have you on the home console!
"A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one." ~Chancellor Palpatine
I see you are a person of culture
Uuh, wrong Star Wars character.
I bought this game for my 2ds in the eShop and I fell in love with the saga. Now I have all the other Shantae games in Gog
Finally shantae is getting more known 😊
So wish I could get a switch. Shantae, the Zelda series, and many others I love to death... eventually one day I will.
After playing the game fpr firts time in switch. I have to say that it is an exellent game. 10/10.
One of the best, and almost certainly the most difficult games in the series.
Been waiting for this day for a long time
the fps looks upscaled too! thanks wayforward!
Another step closer to Shantae in smash guys!
As a guy who recently beat the 3DS Virtual Console version to help him get into the series. This is still quite tempting.
Finally, the best title on the gbc, can't wait to play it again, I'm so hyped.
I think it's great that Shantae GBC is widely available for good now. It was a big deal when it hit the 3DS, but having it on the Switch, a extremely popular console, will be great for the gaming community and WayForward!
A unexpected announcement to be sure but a welcomed one lol.
Seriously I expected if we were ever going to get the original Shantae on the switch or something it would be a remake.
Every Shantae game on one platform and, though a Mii costume, Shantae is in Smash Bros!
BRUH if you didnt move at least your shoulders at the rhythm of the music in this trailer you are not human !!!
Guess I'm a demon then
Does bobbing my head side to side a little bit count?
@@carloslimones85 Touché. I can relate
@@carloslimones85 half genie ;D
Played this game for the 1st time a few years back. Never knew I could love a GB Color game so much.
And on the same day Shantae gets announced as the next fighter for Smash Bros, right? ... Right?
Nope But at least she is a mii with one song and two spirits
I wonder if they'll ever release a physical copy of this again, or even risky's revenge, or at least bundle them with pirates curse on a physical copy
Shantae: Definitive Edition
I still have this game for my gameboy color and on my 3DS. It's pretty awesome to see the whole Shantae collection on Switch! Now all we need is Shantae for Smash!!!
Yesssss finally! Thank you Wayforward! This on top of Pkmn Snap is gonna be the best.
Oh, sweet! I remember considering getting it on my 2DS, but this'd be way more convenient.
I love shantae she needs to join smash
She is in Smash as a Spirit
Yeah but I would like her to be playable fighter
@@The_Twero And? Min Min is a spirit as well and she got in
@@GamerOfAllTrades min min was also a first party character while shante isn't
@@timothybrownwood4372 These excuses of "Stop comparing first-party characters with third-party characters" are not working.
People claimed that Banjo was never going to join Smash because he is dead and irrelevant, people claimed characters like Ice Climbers, Pit and R.O.B. also were, but they claimed Banjo is different because he is not owned by Nintendo, that failed as well.
Ah, I love the original Shantae! This is gonna be great! I ordered my physical copy from Limited Run Games first chance I could and I'm excitedly looking forward to getting it. Got both the Switch and GBC version. I first played this on 3DS when I was going through a rough patch and, though I wasn't able to finish it at the time cause life got in the way and I totally lost track of what I was supposed to do, it ended up inspiring a massive 2D gaming kick that I've been riding ever since! Looking forward to getting into it for the full ride and enjoying those amazing tunes throughout
The one game in the series that I don't have. I can't wait.
It’s also the hardest one. Prepare to die countless times
I've already preordered the Game Boy Color version from Limited Run Games as I wasn't sure it was going to be on Steam and GOG.
This is wonderful. I remember having a lot of fun playing this classic on my 3DS. It's great that it comes to the Nintendo Switch so that more people get to know this gem.
Well with the inevitable shutdown of the 3DS’s eshop in the unknown future, at least this one will survive longer.
The whole Shantae Saga in one place! Rockin'!
The menu looks like the ones from Shantae: HGH Ultimate Edition and Mighty Switch Force! Collection. I hope Mighty Flip Champs DX and Mighty Milky Way get a 2-in-1 port.
It’s been 84 years...
I'll finally complete my collection
I hope this inspires other developers to put their old games on switch like the 3ds virtual console
All 5 shantae games are on switch
Smash ultimate is the 5th smash game
The next empty fighters pass slot is the 5th one
Oh yeah, it’s all coming together
Ah, finally a Switch copy of my most prized GBC cartridge~!
WayForward, you spoil us too darn much!
Experience Shantae like never before because so few of us have managed to play the original XD
I've managed to play the original downloaded in my 3DS XL! I got the first three Shantae games!
It's also on WiiU and 3DS. If people didn't play the original, they didn't want to back then like they should have.
@@ShinobiPhoenix-YT0 In my case, it was because it was a rare Game Boy Color game. Heck, I remember WayForward back then had a really hard time making the first sequel, they couldn't even launch a GBA port of Shantae.
@@LightStreak567 Only the first publisher was a major one. Yeah, they had a lot of trouble with it. It was just easier to release digitally.
Dude, this is the first time the game has officially been re-release. The last time you could by this was back in, what, '99 or 2000.
The game was first released in 2002.
@@Vivian_Tia oh, thanks.
Awesome! Now all we need is for her to be playable in Smash Bros Ultimate!
For those who need a reminder, this is at least the second re-release of this game. It's still on WiiU too, so it was never in danger of going away. Just be appreciative of this new release.
Ey I originally got introduced to shantae through the original gameboy color. All the more reason for me to pick up a switch n grab it once more
I been wanting to get the whole collection on one console! Thanks WayForward! Rootin for Shantae for Smash!!
With this, she has to be added to Smash as a fighter. She has to!
One day...
Even if I get this digitally, I am glad WayForward is giving us ways to get this in legal form without having to pay an arm and a leg (and maybe a kidney) for a copy.
I love this game! The only thing I don't like is having to hold the attack button to run. :( I have it on the 3DS but if you ever do a physical Switch release (along with Risky's Revenge) I would buy that right up!
Do I got bad News for you they did
I remember asking them on Twitter if they're were going to update the original to a remake format or a remastered few years ago.
But the worst part about asking is some asshole reply where they said the company shouldn't do it and just make new games instead of updating a old original for new consoles
I'm surprised it took this long for it to be released.
Wasn't Shantae a Nintendo original in the first place?
I've always been kinda curious about this series, and I'm the kind of guy who prefers to start a new series from the beginning rather than jumping in somewhere in the middle.
Finally, my chance to relive my love and experience with this game!
I was a teenage boy in 2002, and adored the GameBoy Color. I bought Shantae as a random purchase simply because it was an attractive girl in what looked like a bikini on the cover. Little did I realize I had purchased not only an outstanding game, but one that would go on to be a holy grail fetching hundreds and hundreds of dollars as the years went on.
I'm happy to see Shantae getting a Switch port so people can see for themselves how absolutely brilliant it is. It's a little disappointing this Switch version appears to simply be a port rather than offering greater screen resolution (screen crunch is a problem as it is any GBC platformer) but eh, the game is still one of the finest ever made.
Get hype!
Surprising! Never had a chance to play this, so I'm likely to pick it up
YES! You have no idea how long I've been waiting for this!... BTW can I pre-purchase it on Nintendo eShop?
The whole collection is finally here 😁
It’s oficial, you can play ALL the shantae games on switch.
Yay! More Shantae! With this the collection will be complete! That is until another comes out
Someday Shantae will join Smash
Don't give me hope.
1. I'm absolutely going to buy it.
2. A remaster would be better.
:)
Ports like this and the megaman zero Collection are truly appreciated ❤️ take care of old games
"Play the original Shantae like never before!"
Me: *holds emulator tighter*
Lmao same
The original Shantae game from the Nintendo Gameboy Color is a nostalgic classic brought to the Modern Nintendo Switch, cause Shantae is Ret-To-Go!👼. That and potentially she'll be joining in Smash Bros Ultimate as well.😉💌
Yay, great to have this classic on the switch
The ultimate Game Collection doesn't exis-
WayForward: Hold my beer
Me, who pre ordered a physical copy of this from limited run games last year, seeing this: 👁👄👁
(A copy which has yet to ship)
Likewise, though I got an email saying they will ship soon.
@@beauwalker9820 I'll have to check if i got an email but maybe it'll ship around the same time the digital version gets released on the e-shop
Dude same
@@beauwalker9820 i didnt get the email, but still hopeful ill get the GB cart soon
I have to wait for my super big order so gotta wait for mine until like July probably.
Still going to download this on April 22nd tho.
Awesome, great to see the original on switch!
OMG YES, Finally, the GBA colors are beautiful btw, love it.