Shantae Returns: A Revitalized Adventure Set for 2027

  • 10-07-2026 |
  • Isabella Clark
Shantae Returns: A Revitalized Adventure Set for 2027

The recent news brings exciting developments for fans of the long-running series. During a major entertainment convention held in Los Angeles, industry insiders revealed that a fresh Shantae adventure is being developed at WayForward. Attendees at the event experienced an array of updates and announcements, including an exciting peek at this upcoming title.

The brief teaser provided a few details, notably that the upcoming project will offer all-new Shantae stories. The announcement also mentioned that the title is expected to arrive in 2027. An image showcasing the heroine in a new light was part of the reveal, offering fans a glimpse of what is to come.

Key details include:

  • The game will introduce completely original narratives centered around Shantae.
  • The scheduled launch is set for later this decade, with a target date in 2027.
  • An updated character illustration was shared to entice longtime followers.

For context, the previous installment arrived in 2024. That release was not entirely fresh since it revived an earlier concept for the Game Boy Advance project once known as Risky Revolution, a project that was shelved more than twenty years ago. Given WayForward's work on titles like Advance Wars 1+2 Re-Boot Camp, there is strong speculation that a version for the Switch will be among the release plans.