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Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse

Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse is a little less than a week away from its North American launch on 3DS. To prepare fans, WayForward shared the game’s size over on Twitter. Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will take up 2,315 blocks of space.

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This month’s issue of Nintendo Force provides more details about Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse. You can find them rounded up below.

– Risky appears at the start of the game with a prospect of an alliance
– The remnants of Shantae’s magic have transformed Risky’s crew of Tinkerbats
– They seek to revive Risky’s former mentor, the Pirate Master
– Shantae and Risky form a temporary truce
– The game is as long as the original Shantae and Risky’s Revenge combined
– Travel beyond the shores of Sequin Land to investigate 6 islands
– Each has its own labyrinth and boss
– Grid-based map
– Shantae can use her hair as a whip per usual and Fighter’s Gear
– Fighter’s Gear: ability enhancements back from the original game
– Shantae also have access to Pirate Gear
– Puff open a pirate hat to glide over gaps or ride currents
– Use a cannon to propel Shantae skyward
– Whip out a flintlock pistol to target foes from a distance
– Strap on a pair of Risky’s boots to charge at enemies with scimitar at hand
– Shantae’s friends are back like Sky, Bolo, and Rottytops
– New faces as well such as Death itself
– Loose ends will be tied up in the story
– Learn more about several characters on a personal level
– Risky’s history with Pirate Master will be explained, and you’ll discover how she became drawn to a life of villainy
– Inti Creates made 100+ character illustrations in place of in-house artwork
– Hundreds of voice clips
– Jake Kaufman is leading the score
– Unlock a “Pirate Mode” after clearing the game once
– WayForward isn’t saying what this is, but you might be able to play as Risky Boots
– Wii U version will support the Wii U Pro Controller and off-TV play
– High-defition visuals as well

As a side-note, Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will be priced at $19.99.