Shantae: Half-Genie Hero is a platform game developed by WayForward Technologies. Released for the PlayStation Vita in 2016, it follows the adventure of the titular character Shantae as she seeks to thwart the nefarious pirate Risky Boots. It's the fourth game in the Shantae series, blending vibrant 2D graphics with 3D backgrounds. Players use Shantae's hair-whip attack and belly dancing to transform into different creatures, exploring various levels, and overcoming obstacles in this action-packed platformer.