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2002 Classic

As half-genie Shantae you whip enemies with your hair, dance into animal forms and explore a charming world to stop the pirate Risky Boots. A funny, colorful 2D adventure with Metroidvania touches.

What defines Shantae:

  • Fantasy setting
  • Lots of humour
  • Lots to discover
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

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Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

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2014 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo Switch 19.99 € 👍 93 % Very positive, 2,853 reviews on Steam Steam Deck verified

  • Lots of humour
  • Fantasy setting
  • Lots to discover

A charming, witty 2D adventure where half-genie Shantae explores islands with her hair whip, pirate gadgets and dance magic. Teaming up with her nemesis Risky Boots and the vibrant, animated pixel art give it its special appeal.

Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage!

Fantasy setting

A charming 3D platformer where little dragon Spyro collects gems and talismans across Avalar, using fire breath and gliding to beat enemies and obstacles. New abilities, lively worlds and funny characters make it a PlayStation-era classic.

Tak and the Power of Juju

Distinctive, stylised art style

A colorful 3D platformer in which young Tak uses juju magic and jumping skills to save his village from a shaman's sheep curse. The tone is light, humorous and family-friendly, set against a tribal shaman mythology backdrop.

Spyro: Year of the Dragon

Lots of humour

A colorful 3D platformer in which Spyro the dragon recovers 150 stolen eggs across many worlds. Playable side characters, vehicle sections and mini-games keep the collecting varied and funny.

Spyro: Enter the Dragonfly

Bright, upbeat tone

A 3D platformer where the little dragon Spyro explores colorful worlds, fights enemies with fire and charges, and hunts for collectibles. Vehicle sections like tanks and planes add variety, but the game suffered from a troubled development and is seen as a weaker series entry.

Crypt Custodian

Lots to discover

A charming metroidvania where you play Pluto, a dead cat stuck as the afterlife's janitor, meeting ghosts, fighting beasts and exploring a sprawling map. Humor and a warm look define the experience.

Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return

Fantasy setting

A quirky 2.5D platform adventure where pink-haired Tomba works through over 130 quests while chasing evil pig bosses. Its blend of platforming, errands and exploration feels playful and charming.

The Messenger

Lots of humour

A ninja platformer that begins as an 8-bit romp and, through time travel, opens up into a 16-bit Metroidvania full of deadpan humor. Precise sword fighting and the satisfying cloudstep mid-air jump make movement a joy.

3D Dot Game Heroes

Distinctive, stylised art style

A loving homage to classic top-down Zelda that renders retro pixel art as voxel worlds in 3D. Dungeons, puzzles and boss fights feel familiar, all delivered with a good dose of tongue-in-cheek humor.

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