It's Official, Shantae's Seventh Game Will Arrive In 2027
WayForward has officially announced the development of the seventh Shantae title, scheduled for release in 2027.
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The brief
WayForward announced the next installment in the Shantae series during Anime Expo. The studio also released the first teaser artwork for the upcoming title, which is currently slated for a 2027 launch.
Coverage from My Nintendo News, ComicBook.com, TwistedVoxel, Video Games Chronicle, and Nintendo Life confirms the announcement. Reports highlight the return of the series, which originated on the Game Boy Color, and note the specific 2027 release window provided by the studio.
Future updates will depend on further disclosures from WayForward regarding gameplay details and platform availability. Coverage does not yet specify which systems will support the game.
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Quick answers
When will the new Shantae game be released?
The game is scheduled for release in 2027.
Where was the announcement made?
The announcement was made at Anime Expo.
Has the developer released any information about the game's content?
WayForward has shared the first teaser artwork, but coverage does not yet specify further details.
Coverage (5)
- WayForward says new Shantae game coming in 2027 My Nintendo News · 3h ago
- Nintendo Game Boy Color Series Officially Returning With New Game in 2027 ComicBook.com · 3h ago
- WayForward Confirms New Shantae Game Is in Development, Shares First Teaser Artwork TwistedVoxel · 3h ago
- WayForward announces next Shantae game at Anime Expo with 2027 release window Video Games Chronicle · 3h ago
- It's Official, Shantae's Seventh Game Will Arrive In 2027 Nintendo Life · 3h ago
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