Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

 PlayStation 4
User Score
7.5

Generally favorable reviews- based on 41 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 32 out of 41
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 41
  3. Negative: 8 out of 41
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  1. Letiste-Gaming
    May 29, 2016
    9
    Un plataformas 2D con gotitas de Metroidvania bonito, desafiante sin caer en lo imposible, simpático pero sobre todo divertido. Con un sentido del humor y una personalidad propias en una IP que parece haber encontrado un lugar en el corazón de los aficionados a los plataformas retro. Si la cuarta entrega es la mitad de buena que esta, desde luego pueden contar conmigo.
  2. PaladinX360
    May 13, 2016
    9
    A wonderful Metroidvania inspired adventure. It could use a HD sprite overhaul, but I found the pixelated graphics charming. I played this originally on a DS, but the new additions made it worth a second play-through.
  3. dugsyu
    May 13, 2016
    4
    Game play is ok and the game i thought would be looking good, however on a big screen it's just awful and i should have taken this on a vita or 3ds. Definitively not nice enough on a ps4 too oldy in the visual aspect to get my consideration.
  4. SwitSwat
    Jul 7, 2016
    10
    I played the original Shantae and Risky's Revenge on PC, and so far this is the best Shantae game. While it still retains the same old-school sprite graphics (which may look a little iffy to some on a big TV screen) it still doesn't mean the game holds up gameplay-wise, and I for one still enjoy it's sprite-based charm. The story, while cliché, is still loaded with plenty of humor andI played the original Shantae and Risky's Revenge on PC, and so far this is the best Shantae game. While it still retains the same old-school sprite graphics (which may look a little iffy to some on a big TV screen) it still doesn't mean the game holds up gameplay-wise, and I for one still enjoy it's sprite-based charm. The story, while cliché, is still loaded with plenty of humor and quirks and is overall a great platformer.… Expand
  5. Zidane_Mina
    Jan 10, 2017
    8
    This sequel is a major upgrade in terms of gameplay, lenght and humor. Risky's revenge confusing map system has been overhauled, and so does the airborne combat, it feels more organic and responsive. Music is a major improvement aswell, and listening to previous themes in this new version of the game adds a lot of life to Pirate's Curse OST. Characters are still simple, but their dialogueThis sequel is a major upgrade in terms of gameplay, lenght and humor. Risky's revenge confusing map system has been overhauled, and so does the airborne combat, it feels more organic and responsive. Music is a major improvement aswell, and listening to previous themes in this new version of the game adds a lot of life to Pirate's Curse OST. Characters are still simple, but their dialogue is more elavorated and the charming humor has been emphatised, while still retaining its charming sprites and pixel art.

    Make no mistake, it's a great game, a very charming one.    … Expand

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 8
  3. Negative: 0 out of 8
  1. ZTGD
    May 9, 2016
    85
    Shantae is a classic game in the right senses. It’s got a decent challenge, it’s fun, and seeing as it’s on almost every console now, there is no excuse not to try it.
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  2. DarkZero
    May 3, 2016
    70
    In an era deprived of 2D mascots and platformers, it’s refreshing to see something like Shantae continue to persist and impress, and strengthens the anticipation for the kickstarter-funded sequel.
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  3. Digitally Downloaded
    May 3, 2016
    90
    Platforming is tight and varied, and the plot matches the lighthearted tone of the rest of the game. Shantae and the Pirate's Curse is a spirited little game, and by far the best 2D platformer on the PlayStation 4 to date.
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