WayForward returned to a high-definition, hand-drawn look that feels like a playable cartoon. The game features:
The Seven Sirens introduces several key gameplay shifts that differentiate it from previous titles like Half-Genie Hero: Shantae And The Seven Sirens
Shantae and the Seven Sirens is the fifth installment in the beloved platforming series developed by WayForward. Released in 2020, it revitalizes the "Metroidvania" roots of the franchise while introducing modern mechanics and a gorgeous hand-drawn art style. The game follows the half-genie Shantae as she visits a tropical island for a Half-Genie Festival, only to find herself embroiled in a mystery involving the disappearance of her peers and a sinister plot brewing beneath the waves. 🏝️ A Tropical Mystery The game follows the half-genie Shantae as she
The game shifts the setting from Scuttle Town to Arena Town on a massive, interconnected island. Shantae meets a group of new Half-Genies, each with unique elemental powers. When these girls are suddenly kidnapped during a stage performance, Shantae must explore the island’s depths to rescue them and uncover the secrets of the "Seven Sirens"—monstrous bosses ruling the sunken ruins. 🧜♀️ New Mechanics and Abilities When these girls are suddenly kidnapped during a
While Half-Genie Hero was level-based, Seven Sirens returns to a massive, seamless world map. This encourages "backtracking" with new abilities to find hidden Heart Squids and Gold Nuggets. It strikes a balance between being accessible for newcomers and offering enough secret-hunting depth for long-time fans of the genre.