Shantae: Half-Genie Hero Review
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Way Forward brings their plucky platformer to current gen consoles, where it's no less fun or charming.
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imagine if this game had mighty no 9's budget....
@mattkugelman4369
7 жыл бұрын
Twon Games man maybe it could get a good criticism for it
@kurolykan
7 жыл бұрын
May be it's stay the same with more ost, bgm or some more about graphics. Sometimes money didn't help when it's come to creative work. And pls stop compare 2d side scrolling games to Mighty no. 9. i want to forget it but i can't. Disappoint quite strong in that one cause high hope and hated for crapcom.
@XxResident_PipsxX
7 жыл бұрын
If it had the same budget as Mighty No9 it would've gotten full voice acting, more playable characters, animated cut scenes, new transformations, and bonus chapters. But the basic gameplay/graphics would've stayed the same.
@ORLY911
7 жыл бұрын
We're still getting more characters and stages too, they're just coming at a later date as DLC (for bolo, rotty and Skye anyway, I think Risky might be a free update) as well as a couple new chapters I think.
@kurolykan
7 жыл бұрын
RFTL I feel it more like castlevania than mageman game. And i already clear the game now. So, my thought on this Shantae is if it get the same budget Mighty No.9, it will be better than it be right now since i clear the game i feel lack in many thing. Example: Map feel like it too small. Reused the map is okay but areas to explore didn' feel satisfy, Boss fight is somehow didn't feel good.I think maybe it lack of various move, i don't know but i feel boss fight in this Shantae is too simple. Transform is fun i think it should focus on more ability usage in more situation and some forms like bat just made some obstacles in some stage become pointless too fast. If they have more budget. I want them to create more stage and mini map too cause i oftenly trend to forgot when i re-explored. And a little more complex of boss fight. More than this i count it as bonus.
Mighty No. 9 4 million dollars... shitty 3D models. Shantae had 20% of that budget, beautiful 2D animation and great level design.
@0ddman0ut64
7 жыл бұрын
Labrador420 Really leaves me wondering what went wrong. I mean the game Mighty No. 9 got more stuff right then it did wrong for sure, but not a lot more, and the communication issues between the backers and comcept go on for miles. I'm kinda hoping wayforward gets their hands on the rights to Mighty No. 9 someday, just so that they continue the series.
@WM-mu8ep
2 жыл бұрын
This is the worst shantae game too out of all of them. So that says alot lol
@Daniel-Rain-YT
2 жыл бұрын
@@WM-mu8ep Worst in your dreams tho
I had not seen such a gorgeous 2D platformer since Rayman Legends.
@Tl786964
7 жыл бұрын
retromentodo I recommend playing the Shantae games if you haven't already. They're really fun and humerous.
@Tl786964
7 жыл бұрын
Abdul Muqeet Khalid That's subjective. Even if that's the case, so what? That doesn't mean you can't give the game a chance.
@retromentodo
7 жыл бұрын
Maybe.....Anyway. I Didn't specify what kind of beauty I mean. Probably one more "Cartoon". Ori & the blind is gorgeous, but otherwise....
@kingreynard9163
7 жыл бұрын
Dust An Elysian Tail also looks good. I still hope it gets ported for Vita. At least we'll have The Banner Saga on vita next year. (I think...)
@tigerfestivals5137
7 жыл бұрын
King Reynard I tried to get my friend to play Dust: An Elesian Tail but he was put off because he said it was a "furry game" and the art looks "amateurish"
Basically Mighty No. 9 Done Right
@gamerprince-tl5hg
7 жыл бұрын
This is different from Mighty No. 9
@soccerman0021981
7 жыл бұрын
Mighty No. 9 looks like a demo created by a high schooler in their basement.
@fawfulmark2
7 жыл бұрын
sorta. hey both launched at the same time and did were developed by Inti Creates.
@LoliconSamalik
7 жыл бұрын
People got so salty about No.9 that they now can't tell their left from their right. It's ridiculous
@Dxpress_
7 жыл бұрын
Alright, I'm curious now. What's Mighty No.9?
Shantae for Smash Switch!
@mattkugelman4369
7 жыл бұрын
ImaKeNoVids same for rayman
@CarbyGuuGuu
7 жыл бұрын
ImaKeNoVids Let's see how this game performs in Japan, first. If it gets enough recognition, we might finally see Shantae in Smash Bros.
@Fodimin
7 жыл бұрын
Shantae would be amazing, I'm still holding out for Professor Layton though.
@shellshock10
7 жыл бұрын
It's a PS4 game bro.
@Fodimin
7 жыл бұрын
shellshock10 It's not only on PS4.
Just saying the review makes it feel like the game is a 9 instead of an 8.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
As soon as they add the three stat-changing costumes for Shantae and FOUR campaigns for risky boots, Rottytops, Bolo, and Sky this game will jump to an 8 to a 9. If IGN actually wanted to review the game again.
@paradoxzee6834
7 жыл бұрын
E1ite Yoshi I already explained why is not a 9 for me, you can break the game. At the end you get an item that gives you unlimited magic and consider at that time you have the dance that heal you with the cost of some magic. That means durring the endgame you can be the worst player ever but with unlimited magic and beeing able to heal yourself without any cost you cannot die
@e1iteyoshi998
7 жыл бұрын
CodeNameZ That's interesting.
@Tielha
7 жыл бұрын
You don't even need the healing spell. Just upgrade your shield spell and you're invincible against everything . At least don't make it unlockable until you beat the game. This made the last level for me feel so anticlimatic
@paradoxzee6834
7 жыл бұрын
StiBrae Yea I beat the game without the shield spell I did buy it post game for that 100% but yes I agree with that it is even easyer
8 out of 10. That explains the almost nonexistent dislike bar.
@aDumbHorse
7 жыл бұрын
8/10 sounds about right. Some people might argue it deserves a 9/10, but so far, it's kinda short. They might expand the story with future DLC so who knows.
too much half 5/10 -IGN
@ashleygomez2192
7 жыл бұрын
so how is 2017 treating you? you made sure to buy stock in ovens right?
The art style is amazing
It shows there is still hope for Kickstarted games.
@d_vin9112
7 жыл бұрын
Lol Mighty No. 9 already proved that. Sarcasm/10
@hiddenflare6169
7 жыл бұрын
ImperialWarrior6490 undertale, freedom planet, shovel knight?
@RFTL
7 жыл бұрын
To be fair there are many good or even great Kickstarter games. Of hand I remember Shovel Knight, Shantae 1/2 Hero, FTL, Divinity:Oirignal Sin, Shadowrun: Dragonfall, Undertale, Lisa, Skull Girls, Elite Dangerous, Wasteland 2 and Stasis.
@Stonehengoo
7 жыл бұрын
pillars of eternity is best
The graphics remind me of Rayman Legends/Origins.
@retromaniaco_br7422
7 жыл бұрын
We another Rayman too.
@erzajumeidi
7 жыл бұрын
This game has potential, Wayforward has potential (the game looks a bit cheap, art could be more improved but it's good enough). Platformer genre is like kind of dead but this game give a hope since latest Rayman games.
@razorhd555
7 жыл бұрын
That cringy kid yeah totally. I would say that it looks more like Origins, cause that had a much more handdrawn style
There's still not been a sub-par Shantae game, Well done WayForward! Can't wait to get this.
I've been obsessed with this game recently. It's fun and has the perfect mix of challenge/frustration. It really feels like an old NES game. I mean that in the best way!
I backed this game in 2013, finally!
@cookiedough69
4 жыл бұрын
Did you know your name is in the game's credits?
Is the complete edition of this game worth it ? Oh and are pirate's curse and risky revenge worth it too ?? The game seems fun and I like 2d platformer and played some like mmx series !
Finally. I've been waiting for this game for like, three years.
Love that stage select screen though...
this game is more like a 9.0 than an 8.0.
@paradoxzee6834
7 жыл бұрын
Mordecai R No its not, the game is broken, at the end you have unlimited magic consider there is a dance that heal you in cost of a bit magic, you cannot die at the endgame
@5-Volt
7 жыл бұрын
CodeNameZ Even without that the newer Shantae games have been stupidly easy. Having like 3 mega potions at the final boss alone is just as "broken".
@eddster1987
7 жыл бұрын
That's assuming you get all the items before the final boss.
@paradoxzee6834
7 жыл бұрын
eddster1987 Not really you just need to get all the keys to get unlimited magic, I think it would be better as a postgame item, as a reward for saving the day (you get it from the mayor anyway)
@RFTL
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah the tiara and the armor are both very overpowered items. I thinks those items should be part of a NewGame+ or easy mode. But hey at least you can deactivate them in the SubScreen.
I noticed this game on Vita the day it was published on PSN. I'm thinking of getting it.
Just started getting into this game today. I'm hooked. It's great
WayForward is gonna make the next megaman game.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
They're not but they'd like to
@KCruzer
7 жыл бұрын
If only that were true... LET ME DREAM DAMMIT.
@beastfulboy
7 жыл бұрын
SilverShion noice pic
@paradoxzee6834
7 жыл бұрын
Megaman is dead guys just give it a rest. Also we have at least Mighty no.9
@SirCaco
7 жыл бұрын
+CodeNameZ Forget Mighty No. 9. Anybody that wants a good Megaman game right now should just fire up Steam and go grab 20XX.
These games are so amazingly awesome it's a real shame they don't get more love....
Now why couldn't Mighty Number 9 be like this?
This game is honestly really fun. My only issue with it is the mystery of why I sometimes die if I take Dryad form in Scuttle Town...
This review sounded more than an 8
@sunpi
7 жыл бұрын
i thought it sounded a 9
@fawfulmark2
7 жыл бұрын
it's about 8 range from what I've played so far, as it's not quite as unique as Pirate's Curse and looking to be pretty short but still pretty damn fun.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
The only real issue this game has is it's content currently. They plan on adding 3 costumes and 4 seperate playable characters with their own unique gameplay and storylines.
@Tielha
7 жыл бұрын
I completed the game 100% on my first try in 5h and 30 minutes. Way too short imo.
@ORLY911
7 жыл бұрын
The Shantae games were never particularly long games (except the first which just had a lot of nothing of running around between actual stages) and fully meant to be speed runned. I've been taking my time with the game and almost beat and found everything at about 10 hours.
which command to access the game inventory menu Shantae Haf Genie Hero PS4 version?
Found it on Steam and will buy it right away. Thanks for the video!
Love the colors and art style.
Wish we could've funded this past its stretch goal. 😔 But hey its a great game! 😄
8.0 great, you're welcome
@sunpi
7 жыл бұрын
i thought it was an 9 though
@harvey8912
7 жыл бұрын
sunsbookishgamesx nah 8.0
@Ivangelion002
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks, but the actual review is more helpful, score aggregation is whats wrong with this industry :/
@harvey8912
7 жыл бұрын
Ivan Mattos yeah you're right
@Ivangelion002
7 жыл бұрын
Harvey Hopefully it will change over time though, but if I had to go by a 10 point scale, to me 7s are still fine games with minor imperfections. If it's around the 6s then I listen to the biggest fans or my friends to see what's redeeming about it. Anyways side note!
How is it with a keyboard?
Still better than COD infinite warfare
@qwemlhjsi4386
7 жыл бұрын
omar Balooshi is this bait?
@Fodimin
7 жыл бұрын
+Andrew Qiu No, it's the truth.
@qwemlhjsi4386
7 жыл бұрын
Fodimin Layton you're comparing a 2d platformer to a first person shooter.
@Fodimin
7 жыл бұрын
Andrew Qiu At the end of the day, they're still both games with varying levels of quality, you an compare them based on how fun they are too play and such. Gameplay isn't the only thing you can base the quality of a game off of you know.
@Omar-ok7gd
7 жыл бұрын
At least it's more fun then assassin's creed or COD
This game on a first generation OLED Vita looks stunning.
@kingreynard9163
7 жыл бұрын
Won't stop me from getting it. And yes, this is going to look so beautiful with a OLED Vita. Lucky me I bought that version instead.
The one thing that I like about the game is how Shantae has a hip dance
Definitely getting this for steam
This game looks awesome. I was looking for another Vita game so I'm glad I came across this one.
It's a great game, proud that I backed it! The soundtrack alone makes it worth playing.
Too much 2.5D 2.5/10 -IGN
I was having a hard time deciding on which version to get so I ended up buying both the PS4 and PS Vita versions. Loving it so far!
The art style reminds me of wind waker
@qwemlhjsi4386
7 жыл бұрын
Suicidal Muffin yes
@Flamestar320
5 жыл бұрын
Glad to see I'm not the only one who thinks that. Despite the fact that the game's very short, it's a great game and has a soundtrack of the same qualities.
Is this for the switch?
Can't wait to get this game for my 1994 Windows XP PC
@astralmaster
3 жыл бұрын
Windows XP came out in 2001
My score in Shantae 1/2 genie hero is an 8/10. + Fantastic presentation, + Awesome music, + fun gamelpay , - Some backtracking.
Is this ps4 gameplay or the vita?
Really awesome action platformer Metroidvania, nothing really all that wrong with it, the games mechanics are done well snd has unique gameplay. 8/10 - IGN
after months of listening to crazy bus and playing destiny it's finally here
I remember this game. I quite liked it.
@TheWikkdOne
7 жыл бұрын
Rio Kamichika from yesterday? like wtf lol
@alfonsoortega5408
7 жыл бұрын
TheWikkdOne hes a time traveler
@riokamichika1101
7 жыл бұрын
No, I remember playing a game like this on the 3DS one time. Not sure if it's the same game, though...
@gamerprince-tl5hg
7 жыл бұрын
Dude this is a different Shantae game... just take a look at the graphics -_-
Much like Rahman legends we may never get another shantae game or at some point
Shantae was originally for hand-held consoles (Nintendo consoles) and basically became more "famous" becouse of the 3ds game and yet this new game is for every single console INCLUDING VITA WHICH IS A GHOST CONSOLE and NOT for the 3ds!?.. bravo
@NoName-nq3oo
7 жыл бұрын
MrAgux I remember when I had a Shantae game on my old Nintendo DS. Those were fun days
@cahan7033
7 жыл бұрын
MrAgux The 3DS wouldn't be powerful enough to run it
@TechBlade9000
7 жыл бұрын
TOO BEUATIFUL
@MrAgux
7 жыл бұрын
Dislexic Potato Right but they could have done a 3ds version knowing that probably Will be a lot of people that own the previous game on the 3ds and really liked the game and can't afford a new console..
@ToonCatTV
7 жыл бұрын
MrAgux there's a 3ds game of it?
Gotta say, I think Pirate's Curse was the more solid title. Half Genie Hero feels more like the mosaic of underutilized features that the core gameplay mechanics and level design wasn't designed to take into account. That's likely a symptom of it's inception as a Kickstarter game with variable tacked on "stretch goals" and user-submissions. A lot of the game feels really "tacked on" - and many of the levels don't feel complete, or have far less hidden areas and unlockables than other levels. Mermaid Falls seems to be the most fleshed out, with areas like Hypnobaron's Castle and Cape Crustation feeling like they lack content by comparison. Definitely a great game, and well worth the purchase - but I think Shantae (and most games in general) fare better under traditional publishing models where there is a set budget and time-limit to development to help focus the design.
should i get it on steam or wii u
@juanayala275
7 жыл бұрын
I'm gonna get it on wii u just for the off tv option :)
IDK how in the hell they made the first game on the GBC. It's easily the most impressive GBC game out there.
Buying for Wii U.
Shantae is just plain ADORABLE!!!
Wow this looks amazing!
when you have her completely leveled up with all her powers relics and transformations it's like playing on God mode.
Who's here for March 2020 Xbox gold games giveaway..
games like this i prefer on a handheld to PC or console. if its on 3DS i might grab it there instead of steam.
@LoliconSamalik
7 жыл бұрын
Dark Exsphere The Risky trilogy is.
@lapsedilationdrive3943
7 жыл бұрын
Did you just neglect the Vita? Oh I get it. You're a Vita hater
@DarkExsphere
7 жыл бұрын
Asaru Chaos i used to have the white assassins creed liberation vita. but i sold it because it didnt have any games. Check my name on PSN. i have platinum in a few vita games including Ninja Gaiden Sigma Plus. I might buy it again in the future. the 3DS has a tonne of RPG games which i enjoy so i just use that as my handheld gaming device.
This is the game a been waiting for the entire year and I love it!!! #ShantaeForSmash
@marcodanielcoronelgamez8229
7 жыл бұрын
Yeah, Shantae for SSB NS
1 player only? Anyone recommend a good multi player plaformer you can play with your kids? We have played through Rayman origins and legends and loved them
@user-pe2xo7wh1z
7 жыл бұрын
Shahul Usman littlebigplanet 1, 2 & 3 , knack , ratchet and clank remastered, cel damage, trine 1, 2 & 3
@DaRkLoRd-rc5yu
7 жыл бұрын
there's about 6 of them on wii u. new super Mario bros u, yoshi's wooly world, shovel knight (w/ the amiibo is co-op), donkey Kong tropical freeze, Mario 3d world, ray man legends even Mario maker is pretty good for turn taking. and trying to solve puzzles together. plus I'm gonna add Nintendoland even tho it's not a platformer just because it's often over looked, and it's the best multilayer for up to 5 players on the system. also I recommend terraria regardless of platform as it has 4 player splitscreen (altho you will need to zoom in by pausing and triggers). but it is a great time. oh and on ps4 brothers tale of two sons is great. and the top down tomb raider games (temple of osiris and the other one) it's like diablo, but a twin stick shooter with tonnes of great puzzles.
@Cilverkid456
7 жыл бұрын
Shahul Usman Kirby Rainbow Curse, Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze, Super Mario 3D World. Just STAY AWAY from Sonic Doom: Rise of Glitches
@shahulhusman
7 жыл бұрын
I'll definitely check out some of those. Thanks for the help everyone. Daughter spoiled lol, has a wii U, 3ds, and ps4 and iPad haha. We do play Mario world, Yoshi and Mario kart.. But nothing so far has had the longevity of Rayman for some reason.
@aqilmuqashim439
7 жыл бұрын
Shahul Usman metal slug series ?
amazing osts.
Metroidvania... nice word. I miss those games.. you know.. Metroid and CastleVania. Actually, I miss really fun games in general!
pls say hi back I love ur vids
Its a shame the game is so short, I thought it was amazing.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
They plan on adding DLC sometime in 2017.
I prefer the more pixelated look over this animation.
Just a quick info for Xbox gamers, the game is available on Xbox One, too.
Is this a remake ?
Somehow I knew that these guys would give it 8/10. Juuust a hunch.
It's also on Wii U, IGN...
@panikk2
7 жыл бұрын
we don't talk about that
@tetsuokenpachi
7 жыл бұрын
Ruby Rose It's a famous IGN quote...
I hate when some titles release on the Vita but not on the 3DS. Despite the 2DS/3DS trampling over the Vita in terms of sales, it's hard to ignore the gap in the specs department. Heck, they made a version of this on the Wii U but not on the lowly 3DS.
@gamerprince-tl5hg
7 жыл бұрын
Because the 3DS can't run this game
@moggless
7 жыл бұрын
3ds would make shantae wear a burqa
@LoliconSamalik
7 жыл бұрын
This is an HD game though.
@kingreynard9163
7 жыл бұрын
Your comeback was so sick like the 3D effect on 3DS. Hah! Get it? 'Cause the first 3DS made people get motion sickness and your comeback was a sick burn. Hahaha, please don't hate me, I don't have any friends... =(
@TheVentrexian
7 жыл бұрын
3ds cab run monster hunter games, smash, and DK country returns but can't run this? where's the logic in these comments?
The older Shantae games are even better.
7.3/10 Too much clevage
@acrylitearon687
6 жыл бұрын
No.
I like how you can spell genie with the reviewer's name if you take the e from Vince and shove it in his last name.
So shantae is on Xbox One , PlayStation Four and Nintendo Switch? Awesome 😊 just imagine if Nathan drake found her! Ship it!
should i get pirate's curse first?
@Mectro15
7 жыл бұрын
BlazinBro786 it doesn't matter
@Misterexel
7 жыл бұрын
BlazinBro786 It is an amazing game, but I don't think it's that important if you play them out of order. I started with Pirate's Curse, actually.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
You'll get more enjoyment since there are returning characters in HGH but you'll be fine regardless.
@LoliconSamalik
7 жыл бұрын
Pirates Curse is the end of the Risky trilogy. So no, you don't.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
That's hard to say actually, there are returning characters in HGH that Shantae says she recognizes (and she's afraid of the dark magic when building the dynamo)
I was always under the impression that this series was a metroidvania.
@LoliconSamalik
7 жыл бұрын
civilwarfare101 It kinda is. In a Castlevania way. But the elements aren't as strong.
@cursedex
7 жыл бұрын
Original game for Game Boy Color was pretty much a Metroidvania. The second game was too, somewhat, but it felt like it was unfinished. Since then, they focused more on platforming.
Looks adorable...!
hmmmm should I get this on vita or ps4?
@sunpi
7 жыл бұрын
VITA!
@dgo401
7 жыл бұрын
its also on steam for pc
@pikaplayzhd595
7 жыл бұрын
PS4 or Steam on PC (Or Wii U if you have one) Vita is a ghost of a console, no point in buying this for that
@cahan7033
7 жыл бұрын
Trey Citizen PC or PS4
@charlesahweyevu
7 жыл бұрын
You don't know of henkaku then.
When I saw Half, I thought it was Life
Shantae is a spark of light in the darkness that is today. Games these days is aways more of the same formulas, and the new stuff is a bunch of bullcrap for hipsters. This game brings me nostalgia and a bit of hope in the future of gaming.
not a fan of metroidvania but i might take a look on the vita version
Best platform game of 2016 for f*cking sure1
That idle animation is a little much. I'm not sure if it's actually dancing or an eccentric character but it looks pretty odd when you stop and start swaying dramatically. The idle animation when you talk to people is great but the gameplay version should've balanced the two.
Shantae HALF genie hero 5/10 IGN
So the graphics are inspired by Wario Land Shake It?
Another review, another comment section if people complaining about the score. Remember guys, 10 means a literal masterpiece, you cant compare this game, albeit beautiful and charming, to the powerhouses of BOTW and Mario odyssey
The pc version is kind of a letdown as its locked at 1080p 60fps max
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
Every port of the game is practically the same.
@MyDecade
7 жыл бұрын
First world problems
@Dxpress_
7 жыл бұрын
It's normally a contracting issue. If you want a multi-platform game, you must give it the same specifications across all platforms. Since current-gen consoles don't go above 60FPS, it's dragging the PC port down. Though I wouldn't say it's a huge issue. 60FPS is good enough and I've seen games in the past have modders remove FPS caps.
Don't be fooled by the number ratings everybody because it's what make people get turn off of the game. This game is really amazing and very fun to play
It's a great game but it's best on Xbox one
3ds ?
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
No It's for Steam (Windows PC), Wii U, Xbox One, Ps4, and PS Vita.
I'm loving this game. One of the best platformers of the year!
This felt like a half review...
I can’t even get past the second level
@Sean-fz8if
4 жыл бұрын
Lol
I think a 9 was in place here...
Capcom made this like whay
I don't know why but I'm just not into this type of visual aesthetic. It's too Angry Birds for me... I don't know, it's very iPhone-y
Amazing game. The animation is gorgeous.
The ratings was too soon, because the game have many modes besides Shantae Story(not even complete)
@peterkorman77
6 жыл бұрын
When DLC content is launched, it should be reviewed on its own merits. You can only judge a base-game on what’s in the $20 package.
"Shantae won me over with it's soundtrack, characters and animation." ******Did not write review.
my only complaint is that the boss fights are too easy. Kirby games had more engaging more difficult bosses than Shantae.
@BlueAura
7 жыл бұрын
The game recently got updated with a hardcore mode that change boss patterns to be faster and more difficult to avoid.
@TheNoblood12
7 жыл бұрын
My comment is 3 months old...
@FallingStar1080
Жыл бұрын
@@TheNoblood12 you spoke to soon