It's Official, Shantae's Seventh Game Will Arrive In 2027
WayForward confirms seventh Shantae title slated for 2027, sparking fan excitement
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The brief
WayForward announced that the seventh entry in the Shantae series is in development and targets a 2027 release window. The confirmation came during Anime Expo and was accompanied by the first teaser artwork.
Coverage highlights the official nature of the announcement. My Nintendo News, Nintendo Life and Video Games Chronicle reported the development confirmation and release window.
TwistedVoxel focused on the teaser artwork, while ComicBook.com noted a Nintendo Game Boy Color series returning with a new game in 2027. Future coverage will likely clarify the game’s platform(s), title and gameplay details as WayForward and Nintendo provide additional information later in 2026.
Synthesized by PULSE from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 132d ago.
Quick answers
When is the new Shantae game expected to release?
Coverage states the game has a 2027 release window.
Which studio is developing the seventh Shantae title?
WayForward confirmed it is developing the game.
Where was the announcement of the new Shantae game made?
The announcement was made at Anime Expo, according to Video Games Chronicle.
Coverage (7)
- A brand new Shantae game is in development at WayForward Gamereactor UK · 132d ago
- It's Official, Shantae's Seventh Game Will Arrive In 2027 Nintendo Life · 132d ago
- WayForward says new Shantae game coming in 2027 My Nintendo News · 132d ago
- Nintendo Game Boy Color Series Officially Returning With New Game in 2027 ComicBook.com · 132d ago
- WayForward Confirms New Shantae Game Is in Development, Shares First Teaser Artwork TwistedVoxel · 132d ago
- WayForward announces next Shantae game at Anime Expo with 2027 release window Video Games Chronicle · 132d ago
- It's Official, Shantae's Seventh Game Will Arrive In 2027 Nintendo Life · 132d ago
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