Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution will officially release digitally on August 19, 2025, for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC via Steam. Developed by WayForward, this long-unreleased Game Boy Advance title has finally been completed and remastered for modern audiences.

Fans will now be able to enjoy a Shantae game that remained shelved for over two decades.

Power Up With the Deluxe Edition

Alongside the standard release priced at USD $24.99/RM 118, players can purchase a Digital Deluxe Edition for USD $34.99/RM 165, which includes three exclusive enhancement costumes. The Relic Hunter Costume boosts Pike Ball attacks for more effective combat, while the High Voltage Costume enhances Storm Puff damage.

Rounding out the trio, the Sizzle Armor Costume empowers Fireball magic, making it ideal for tough enemies. These costumes provide both visual variety and gameplay advantages.

Physical Editions Come Fully Loaded

Fans of boxed games can look forward to physical editions published by Limited Run Games, which will include all Deluxe content on disc or cartridge. Pre-orders for these editions will open on August 8, 2025, giving collectors a chance to secure a piece of Shantae history.

Whether you prefer digital downloads or physical shelves, the game has you covered either way.

Gameplay Features: Layers, Transformations, and More

Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution introduces new mechanics not seen in previous entries. A key innovation is the ability to rotate terrain between Front Yard and Back Yard layers. This opens up new routes and environmental puzzles, blending platforming with exploration in fresh ways.

Classic gameplay also returns, including hair-whipping combat, magical spells, and belly-dance transformations into familiar creatures like the Monkey, Elephant, and Crab.

Players will navigate through towns, labyrinths, crypts, and monster-filled areas while solving challenges with the help of their new powers. Throughout the journey, Shantae will reunite with returning characters such as Sky, Bolo, and Rottytops, each offering assistance or comedic relief along the way.

Fans of the series will feel right at home, but new players will also find it accessible.

Multiplayer Debut With Battle Mode

For the first time in series history, Shantae Advance: Risky Revolution includes a four-player local multiplayer Battle Mode. This adds a competitive twist as players face off using different characters and transformations.

The multiplayer feature is perfect for couch gaming and extends the replayability well beyond the story campaign. It’s a welcome addition that brings extra energy to an already packed adventure.

New Trailer Offers a Closer Look

To celebrate the announcement, WayForward released a new trailer showcasing the Deluxe Edition costumes in action. The footage gives players a glimpse of the enhanced magic and pixel-art visuals that define the title’s aesthetic. Fans can head to the official WayForward YouTube channel to view the trailer and learn more about the gameplay and features coming in August.

For those who want to keep up with development updates or community news, you can follow WayForward on their official social channels. Updates and announcements are regularly posted on X (formerly Twitter), and video content is available on YouTube. Stay tuned for upcoming news as the launch date approaches.