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    Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

    Street Fighter II' - Champion Edition (YYC bootleg set 2, 920313 etc) [Bootleg]

    Tekken 3

    Tekken 3

    Silent Hill

    Silent Hill

    Kirby - Nightmare in Dreamland (E)(Surplus)

    Kirby - Nightmare in Dreamland (E)(Surplus)

    Sonic The Hedgehog - Pocket Adventure (World)

    Sonic The Hedgehog - Pocket Adventure (World)

    Dragon Ball Z - Supersonic Warriors (E)(Rising Sun)

    Dragon Ball Z - Supersonic Warriors (E)(Rising Sun)

    Shantae (USA)(1.2 MB)

    Wario Land 4 (E)(Mode7)

    Wario Land 4 (E)(Mode7)

    Chrono Trigger (USA)

    Chrono Trigger (USA)

    Kirby Super Star (USA)

    Kirby Super Star (USA)

    Super Smash Bros. (USA)

    Super Smash Bros. (USA)

    Smash Remix 1.3.0

    Smash Remix 1.3.0

    Penguin Brothers (Japan)

    Penguin Brothers (Japan)

    007 - GoldenEye (USA)

    007 - GoldenEye (USA)

    EarthBound (USA)

    EarthBound (USA)

    Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (USA)

    Mike Tyson's Punch-Out!! (USA)

    Toy Story 2 - Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (Europe)

    Toy Story 2 - Buzz Lightyear to the Rescue! (Europe)

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (World)

    Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (World)

    Super Bomberman 4 (English - Translated)

    Super Bomberman 4 (English - Translated)

    Kirby Super Star Ultra (USA)

    Kirby Super Star Ultra (USA)

    Kirby - Squeak Squad (USA)

    Kirby - Squeak Squad (USA)

    Super Metroid (Japan, USA) (En,Ja)

    Super Metroid (Japan, USA) (En,Ja)

    Welcome to Animal Crossing - Wild World (USA)

    Welcome to Animal Crossing - Wild World (USA)

    Pokemon Unbound v2.1.0

    Pokemon Unbound v2.1.0

    Kirby 64 - The Crystal Shards (USA)

    Kirby 64 - The Crystal Shards (USA)

    Contra (USA)

    Contra (USA)

    Mario 64 Sonic Edition Plus v2.2.2

    Mario 64 Sonic Edition Plus v2.2.2

    Pokemon Fire Red Extended (v3.2)

    Pokemon Fire Red Extended (v3.2)

    Kirby And The Amazing Mirror (E)(Rising Sun)

    Kirby And The Amazing Mirror (E)(Rising Sun)

    Sonic Classic Heroes

    Sonic Classic Heroes

    Crash Bandicoot 2 - Cortex Strikes Back

    Crash Bandicoot 2 - Cortex Strikes Back

    Dragon Ball Z - Supersonic Warriors (K)(ProjectG)

    Dragon Ball Z - Supersonic Warriors (K)(ProjectG)

    Donkey Kong Country (USA)

    Donkey Kong Country (USA)

    Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

    Cadillacs & Dinosaurs (930201 etc)

    Metroid - Fusion (U)(GBANow)

    Metroid - Fusion (U)(GBANow)

    Super Mario All Stars NES

    Super Mario All Stars NES

    Mega Man X5

    Mega Man X5

    Yu-Gi-Oh! - Forbidden Memories

    Yu-Gi-Oh! - Forbidden Memories

    Sonic CD (USA)

    Sonic CD (USA)

    Shantae (USA)

    Shantae (USA) Game Boy Color game by WayForward. Half-genie hero battles Risky Boots in this action-platformer with enhanced GBA features. Retro gaming adventure featuring pixel art, exploration, and 2D combat. A nostalgic GBC classic now playable on modern systems.

    What is Shantae (USA)?

    Shantae (USA) is a platformer action-adventure game developed by WayForward for the Game Boy Color (GBC). The game follows Shantae, a half-genie protagonist with the ability to transform using magical belly dances, as she battles the pirate queen Risky Boots to save her hometown of Scuttle Town. Notably, it was one of the few GBC titles designed to unlock enhanced visuals and performance when played on the Game Boy Advance system.

    Game Features

    • Unique Transformation Mechanics: Shantae uses belly-dance sequences to morph into creatures like a monkey, elephant, and harpy, enabling exploration and combat.
    • Hair-Whip Combat: Her signature weapon, a long ponytail, serves as a versatile tool for attacking enemies and solving puzzles.
    • GBA Compatibility: Offers improved graphics and smoother gameplay when played on the Game Boy Advance.
    • Vibrant Art Style: Hand-drawn 2D animations and colorful environments reflect the game's whimsical yet adventurous tone.
    • Story-Driven Quest: Progress through interconnected levels while uncovering secrets and upgrading abilities.

    How to Play Shantae (USA)?

    1. Use arrow keys or WASD to move Shantae left, right, or stand still.
    2. Press Space or Z to perform a hair-whip attack, which can also activate switches or defeat weak enemies.
    3. Hold a direction (e.g., left/right) and press X or Z to initiate a belly-dance transformation, changing into forms like a monkey (for climbing) or elephant (for breaking barriers).
    4. Explore levels to collect energy scalchips, which unlock new transformations and abilities.
    5. Defeat bosses and mini-bosses using strategic combat and environmental hazards.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What genre is Shantae (USA)?
    It is a 2D platformer with action-adventure and Metroidvania-style exploration elements.

    How do Shantae's transformations work?
    By holding a directional input (e.g., up, down, left, or right) and pressing the action button (X/Z), Shantae performs a dance to transform into a creature suited for specific challenges.

    Does the game utilize the Game Boy Advance's features?
    Yes! When played on a Game Boy Advance, the game benefits from enhanced color palettes, reduced screen flicker, and smoother frame rates compared to the original GBC version.