Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution

"WayForward and Limited Run Games have dusted off a new Shantae adventure that seemed to have been forgotten."

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution does so much right that it&s;s easily one of the best games that the franchise has ever had. It just goes to show that old-school approaches to making a memorable game doesn&s;t mean that its quality …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution delivers a fine recovery of the franchise&s;s legendary lost masterpiece. While it&s;s not the best game in the series, and its age often works against it more than for it (see the lack of a map), …"

"All in all, Risky Revolution is still a decently fun time for Shantae fans, but as a GBA kid I felt the overall experience could have been so, so much more than the weird chimera I played."

"Hate to say it, but I can understand why WayForward couldn’t find a publisher back in 2002. Shantae Advance is one of the weakest entries in the series. Irritating boss battles, lack of maps, boring levels and the “where the …"

"The competition that Shantae is up against on the Switch means it doesn&s;t stand out as a release compared to when it was released on GBA. There are so many great metroidvanias on Switch that I don&s;t know if the …"

"One of the most colorful GBA games never released, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is very much worth letting the half-genie out of the bottle again for."

"A solid action-platformer with likable characters, irreverent writing, rewarding backtracking gameplay, and lovely art and music. With greater mechanical depth, a mapping system, and more to do and explore, it could be even better."

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is the must-have lost chapter for fans and a good entry point for those wanting to explore the franchise. Playing it evokes a nostalgic feeling, partly thanks to its pixel art style, but at the same …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is a good action platformer that manages to present a world filled with charm and worth exploring. Though a few details may be inconvenient for those already used to modern games in the genre, the experience …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is more than just a lost relic; it’s a reminder of how timeless great game design can be. With its mix of platforming, puzzle-solving, transformations, and memorable characters, it feels both nostalgic and fresh. Sure, it …"

"Put simply, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is a ton of fun. Not only does it add neat little tricks like how dancing draws items closer to you, but it features challenging boss battles, clever puzzles, and an engaging cast of …"

"While it’s nice to see Shantae “return” to the Switch, this resurrected title that was originally intended for handhelds is understandably less exciting"

"After so long in limbo, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution has finally arrived with a fun adventure. Focused on the platforming genre — improved with elements like combat and metroidvania — the experience is colorful and humorous, as well as it …"

"As a big-time Shantae fan, I’ve loved having the opportunity to fill in the gap for the game in the seies that we very nearly didn’t get. It’s more a curiosity than something essential – more recent titles in the …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is an interesting &s;new&s; entry in the beloved indie franchise, a curious fusion of old and new design philosophies. Its creative world-cycling gameplay mechanic, sharp 32-bit visuals, densely packed overworld, and charming narrative all come together …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is a marvel and a dream wrapped up in a promise kept to fans the world over. Keeping the original game alive and delivering it, even decades later, shows a dedication to their fans that WayForward …"

"This long-lost chapter of the Shantae series provides more of the hair-whipping and belly-dancing action that it&s;s known and loved for. Some might get a little frustrated by the amount of backtracking that&s;s required, though, as well as navigating some …"

"While the game could benefit from a map to view where you have been for the constant need to backtrack, there’s not too much to detract from this well-polished and delightful adventure platformer game. I question the decision to clash …"

"Not exactly a retro throwback so much as pulling the past forward, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution mixes the best of classic charm and more modern design sensibilities to make for an outstanding game that&s;s fun to play and is going …"

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution delivers a vibrant blast from the past with endearing characters, colorful visuals, and the type of impressive gameplay that fans will adore."

"Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution is a well-made, quality game that&s;ll prove mostly entertaining for fans well-versed in the series. But it reflects plenty of choices here that are tough to wrap one&s;s head around, especially when other Shantae games surpass …"

"Shantae Advance Risky Revolution isn&s;t just a game, it&s;s a piece of gaming history finally coming to life. For longtime fans, it&s;s a unique opportunity to play a lost chapter of the saga. For new players, it&s;s a great introduction …"