Shantae
- June 05, 2002 00:00 AM PST
Shantae stands a cut above other action games on the Game Boy Advance-and it's not just because of the hair.
Shantae is a throwback to the cleverly constructed, epic 2D games of the 16-bit era. You take command of the half-genie title character�who learns new spells and abilities as the game progresses�and guide her through several labyrinth dungeons and boss battles. Sure, it�s the formula of a thousand other games in the action genre, but Shantae�s addicting qualities and absorbing quest kill hours faster than batteries�plus, it has the best hair-as-a-weapon and belly dancing transformation play mechanics probably ever featured in a video game.Shantae hits all the right notes�from the solid audio and video to simple, tight controls. Game Boy Advance owners also get an additional perk with extra areas exclusive to that platform. Shantae is one virtual babe who�s worth the hefty time investment to get to know better.
