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It appears WayForward's Switch eShop release Shantae and the Pirate’s Curse will be receiving a physical makeover. In exciting news, Limited Run Games has announced pre-orders will go live next week on 7th December - the same day as the launch of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

There'll also be a "treasure-filled" collector's edition available to pre-order on the same day - with more details about this version to be revealed next week. Limited Run will keep the pre-orders open until 21st December and assures potential buyers there is plenty of time to play Smash Ultimate and order this game. The physical version is expected to arrive sometime in February, due to the long production times associated with Switch cartridges. Below is the official Twitter announcement and game box art:

We're happy to announce that we will be bringing Shantae and the Pirate's Curse to Switch on December 7th at 10am ET.

The standard edition will be an open pre-order and the CE will be a Limited Run sale (more details on the CE coming soon)!https://t.co/QHYCx06xqi pic.twitter.com/ppj8h9kygg— Limited Run Games (@LimitedRunGames) November 30, 2018

Shantae And The Pirate's Curse originally graced the Wii U and 3DS in 2014 and was at the time considered as the best entry in the series. The Switch version is the definitive version of the game with tight gameplay, detailed visuals and charming dialogue which makes this a memorable 2D platformer from start to finish. In our review, we gave the game nine out of ten stars.

Will you be reserving a copy of Shantae and the Pirate's Curse when pre-orders go live on the Limited Run website? Is this the physical release you've been anticipating? Tell us below.

[via facebook.com, limitedrungames.com]

Related Games great game but it doesn't take up enough space to warrant it imo. Been holding out for a sale before buying it but might consider grabbing this. My favourite Shantae game. Yes definitely picking it up even though I already got the 3DS version. I'm thinking I don't need it when I have the Wii U physical release. Nice, will probably get this and haven't played this one yet, already got Monster Boy ordered too. Had as many physical games as i can since when eventually the online service shuts down you won't be able to re-download digital purchases. Best for resale too.

The sexual undertones really stick out in these games too, at least they did a bit in Risky's Revenge anyways. Will this work if i live in europe? Was a while since i played this one and the switch would be a nice reason to play it. Disappointed it's not Deep Silver, PQube, or Rising Star publishing. I don't wanna import from LRG and pay 15€ shipping, 22% import tax, and 7.50€ postal/customs fee. So I'll pass. PQube published Half-Genie Hero, not sure why they didn't picked this up. "December 7th"
Smash shenanigans intensify Awesome! This will look great next to Half Genie Hero.

@Rockmirth Yeah it’ll work, the Switch is region free. I’ve got another imported Shantae game from the US and it works like any other game. The only difference is you probably won’t be able to redeem the Nintendo Rewards Points. @Mr_Mythtery Thats great! I dont really use the points anyway. @KingBowser86 it’s only the day you can order it you won’t get it until Easter lol Oh nice! Thanks for letting us know! Getting this game and cosmic star heroine in one order. Last Day to order CSH. My LRG switch collection is still complete, i hope i can continue to keep up. @Rockmirth yes, i order these to europe aswell. $15 pre paid import / custom costs up to 3 (normal version) games. $21 for a heavier package. @BensonUii the €15 import cost is custom costs and everything included. Up to 3 games at once, or €21 for heavier package (like collectors editions or more then 3 games) I still got my physical 3DS Version of Pirate's Curse, so i don't really need another Version on Switch.
Still my favorite Shantae Game anyway. Absolutely love and adore this franchise and I sincerely hope we get more sequels in the near future. I love the gameplay, the humor and music immensely and of course I love Shantae and her quirky ensemble of allies and foes. Wayforward games never disappoints and I look forward to adding this physical set to my collection. Oh ya, this is a keeper.

Glad to see LRG knocking out my digital library one by one. I typically don't like going physical for Switch games when I don't need to. I also typically don't like repurchasing games I already own.

On the other hand, I absolutely LOVE this game. Easily the best Shantae game, and one of the best platformers I've played this decade. I’ll be ret-to-go at 7am on dec 7th No thanks, Im still mad that those of us that purchased 1/2 genie hero had to purchase the ultimate edition AGAIN if you wanted everything the game had to offer instead of letting us do a simple upgrade like sonic mania did. Those dreaded CE. Always have to hit the buy so fast when these pop up on opening day. @Moonlessky your not the only one but then again you didn't have to buy it right. So stop complaining and get with the program. Some of use bought it too early and wanted the physical so we bought it Physical. @Stocksy It's still very cheeky and trolling of them! @KingBowser86 they specialise in it. I think it’s a terrible business decision but they specialise in that too That's good to know! Not sure if that applies in Italy though. They have stricter importing policy here. @BensonUii i believe so, they pre pay all those costs for that €15. LRG had a list with countrys that are eligible on the're website forums iirc. @SwitchForce oh trust me I did not purchase the ultimate edition and I will whine about it whenever I remember that they mistreated their fans. I don't like wasting money. But please as long as it makes you happy feel free to keep buying whatever you want. @Moonlessky you think you were the only one complaining to them about this. The rest of us learned hard knocks to consider it before deciding like Cat Quest - I was going to go eShop but then BB had it and so I bought it. I really want to like Shantae. It has good visuals and a neat concept, but as a platforming game it lacks in its levels and skills. Compared to DK Freeze or Rayman Legends, it is just a super simple platformer that offers little challenge. Ifind the dialogue cringe worthy. Hopefully though they will keep improving and make the next installment better. I got the normal version of half-genie hero when it was on sale. I might grab this one if I feel like it. I’ll be ordering the special edition for sure. I have the day one edition of the half genie hero that I’ve yet to open and play. I’ll just have to add this one to the pile! 😁 @Gowtu_Games I juste saw that a new french french publisher juste came out it's called Warned Collectors check it if there is somethings interesting there's not a lot of game but i think they working with other indee developpers @OldSchoolFrank thanks buddy didn't know of them yet. But after keeping a complete switch set for LRG and SRG next to regular switch releases i dont have enough budget for games to also collect a set for warned collectors. I might pickup a game here and there from them though. @Gowtu_Games Alright man if you have some friends do not hesitate to talk to them about it it could be interesting

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 Shantae and the Pirate's Curse






Action, Adventure, Platformer




20th Mar 2018, $19.99 (US/Canada)

20th Mar 2018, £14.59 (UK/EU/AU)


