Shantae Will Be All-In-One, Cost $12

A few days ago, the news leaked that the highly anticipated Shantae: Risky’s Revenge will finally be arriving on DSiWare October 4. Today, we have a few more details for those looking forward to this new title (as I am).

Although originally intended as an episodic release, the game will now be a one-shot, all-in-one title, with the pricepoint of an unprecedented 1200 DSi points. This may seem like a lot, especially for a DSi game, but I’m sure WayForward has provided an experience worthy of a retail game. Besides, trying to snag a copy of the GBC original (cartridge only!) will set you back about $150 (believe me, I’ve been wanting one!). Put into that perspective, it’s not a bad deal.

It makes me wonder if part of the decision to scrap the episodic model was the looming 3DS, in the fear that people would stay away because of the upcoming new handheld. Hopefully, the steep price point won’t steer people away from what most certainly will be one of the best experiences on DSi.

[Source: Destructoid]