WayForward Shares New Info on Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition - News
by Evan Norris , posted on 31 January 2018 / 2,521 Views
Late last year, WayForward announced a physical print of Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Ultimate Edition, a large collection that includes the base game along with all DLC. Now, the studio is back to unveil a digital version of the Ultimate Edition, and spell out exactly what's included.
Bundled in the Ultimate Edition are:
- Shantae Mode – enjoy the main Shantae storyline, “Half-Genie Hero”
- Hero Mode – get a head start with Shantae’s animal transformations already unlocked
- Hard Core Mode – the tough-as-nails follow up to Shantae Mode for those craving a stiff challenge
- Pirate Queen’s Quest – conquer Sequin Land as the nefarious pirate Risky Boots in an exciting new story!
- Friends to the End – Swap between friends Sky, Bolo, and Rottytops to save Shantae from the Nightmare Realm!
- Costume Pack – Side story modes with brand new gameplay: Wall jump in Ninja Mode, repel sunburn in Beach Mode, and take down Space Hooligans in Officer Mode!
- Extras Gallery – Meet various conditions to unlock artwork in each game mode!
- Hall of Fame – View artwork created by the most die-hard Shantae fans!
- Tinkerbat Dance – Transform into a pirate and slash through foes!
- Includes Blue Shantae Costume and Classic Risky Costume colors
- Exclusive Bonus Costume – Blue Bathing Suit - for use in Beach Mode!
Note that "Day One Edition" bonus items (music CD and art book) are available in physical versions only.
Pre-orders are open now in North America at GameStop, Amazon, and Newegg; and in Europe at Amazon and ShopTo. Both retail and digital copies will go on sale this spring at $29.99 on Switch, PS4, XOne, and PC.
