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About Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut
Shantae: Risky’s Revenge – Director’s Cut brings hair-whipping, belly-dancing to your PC! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now with brand new features! This brand new version combines all of the award-winning content from previous releases – and adds even more! The pixel-based masterpiece remains intact, newly augmented with HD portrait artwork and extra challenge. New illustrations, Steam Trading Cards, Achievements, Emoticons, Controller Support, fully configurable controls, and an unlockable Magic Mode with alternate costume round out the package. This Director’s Cut also introduces a re-imagined Warp System, perfect for speed runners and returning players alike! Play one of the most critically acclaimed handheld series of all time, now on your PC!
Release Date
Jul 15, 2014
Developer
WayForward
Publisher
WayForward
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Is Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut worth buying?

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'Very Positive', 1,698 reviews
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What is Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut about?

During the annual Relics Hunters Expo, Shantae and her friends watch her Uncle Mimic unveil his latest find: an ordinary-looking lamp encased in stone. As they wonder its purpose, Risky Boots and her pirates crash the expo and steal the lamp. Shantae battles her, but is knocked out, allowing Risky to escape. Blaming the half-genie for the town being in disarray and failing to do her job properly, Mayor Scuttlebutt fires her as Scuttle Town's Guardian. Despite no longer being a Guardian Genie, Shantae still decides to take responsibility to stop Risky Boots' newest plot. Mimic reveals to Shantae that three hidden magic seals are necessary to release the lamp's magic, and Shantae sets out to find them. With help from her friend, the zombie Rottytops, she learns that the seals are in possession of three treasure hunters, the Barons of Sequin Land, whom she will have to confront to obtain the seals. While she pursues the Barons, Risky tricks Rottytops and her brothers into kidnapping Mimic for her, promising them a lifetime supply of coffee needed to maintain their sanity, and particularly, Shantae's brains for Rottytops. Shantae, now in possession of the three seals, reaches them as Risky reveals her deception. Shantae surrenders the seals in exchange for Mimic's life. Risky then sucks Shantae's magical half into the lamp before revealing to Shantae that it has the power to capture and enslave genies, then she unleashes the magical half as the evil Nega-Shantae, ordering it to destroy Shantae. Shantae manages to defeat her counterpart, and flees from Risky's hideout as it collapses. She reunites with her friends, who promise to help her defend Scuttle Town and adjust to her new life as a human. The Mayor, impressed by her commitment, re-hires her as the town's Guardian.

PlatformerFemale ProtagonistMetroidvaniaPixel GraphicsActionGreat Soundtrack2DIndie

Game modes: Single player

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Right now the lowest price for Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut we're tracking is $1.74 at Gamivo — 83% below Steam's $9.99. We compare 3 stores and prices refresh every few minutes.

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The lowest price we've recorded for Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut is $1.33 at Kinguin on January 23, 2026. The current best price is about 31% above that low.

Is Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut worth buying?

86% of 1,698 Steam user reviews for Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut are positive ("Very Positive").

When was Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut released?

Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut released on July 15, 2014, developed by WayForward and published by WayForward.

What platforms is Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut available on?

Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut is available on Google Stadia, PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), PlayStation 5, Wii U, PlayStation Vita, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch. It supports single player.

When do Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut prices drop?

Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut last hit a new low of $1.33 on January 23, 2026 at Kinguin. Current best price is $1.74. Prices on this page refresh every few minutes, so check back around seasonal sales for new lows.

Where's the cheapest place to buy Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut?

The cheapest Shantae: Risky's Revenge - Director's Cut price right now is $1.74 at Gamivo, 83% below the Steam price.

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All-time low: $1.33 at Kinguin on Jan 23, 2026 — the current best price is 31% above it.

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