: Unlike previous entries where Shantae used "dances" to transform, this game gives her "Pirate Gear" (like the Flintlock Pistol and Risky's Boots) that offers seamless mobility and combat upgrades.
: The game features non-linear dungeon mazes spread across several islands, requiring backtracking with new gear to unlock hidden paths. Shantae and the Pirate's Curse
: A standard run takes about 8 hours , while finding all collectibles for 100% completion can push that to 10.5 hours . : Unlike previous entries where Shantae used "dances"