Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

 Switch
Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 7 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 5 out of 7
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 7
  3. Negative: 0 out of 7
  1. FNintendo
    Aug 9, 2017
    70
    Shantae: Half-Genie Hero brings the series to the Nintendo Switch and it certainly is a fine specimen that makes use of its marvelous visuals and sound to bring a fun action platformer experience to Nintendo's new console. While some elements need a bit of polishing, such as the control precision in key moments and the overall level design, this is a game that opens good prospects for the Shantae series.
  2. Switch Player
    Jun 14, 2017
    70
    Shantae: Half-Genie Hero is a beautiful, fun platformer that is a welcome addition to the Switch's library. A little on the short side, the game does suffer from being too easy in its "normal" game mode. Still, if 2D platformers are your thing, you can't go wrong with Half-Genie Hero, the titular belly-dancer will certainly have you tapping your feet to the beat - just make sure you play in Hard Core Mode if you like a challenge!

Awards & Rankings

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#32 Best Switch Game of 2017
73
#73 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
50
#50 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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User Score
7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 78 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 54 out of 78
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 78
  3. Negative: 10 out of 78
  1. BeckFan
    Jun 10, 2017
    8
    This is my first Shantae game, and it is really fun. Great platformer, with fun abilities. Graphics are very nice, and gameplay is superThis is my first Shantae game, and it is really fun. Great platformer, with fun abilities. Graphics are very nice, and gameplay is super smooth. Lots of spells are items to purchase and upgrade to make you feel pretty strong against your enemies. There is a lot more to this game than i previously thought. I was about to buy for the WiiU when they announced this was coming to the Switch. Great game for on the go, like pretty much everything else on the system. Im really glad i bought Shantae. $20 is a great price for this really fun game. Switch just gets better and better.… Full Review »
  2. Kierzyn
    Aug 10, 2017
    10
    Wonderful music, appealing levels, simple, enjoyable story, good gameplay, and fair amount of hidden treasures make this game a great choiceWonderful music, appealing levels, simple, enjoyable story, good gameplay, and fair amount of hidden treasures make this game a great choice not only for fans of platformers.… Full Review »
  3. b00lpr0p
    Jan 24, 2019
    8
    A pretty and funny indie game, with a nice level design and a moderate to easy difficulty. It worth a try.
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