From obscure Game Boy title to indie darling

The Shantae series has been delighting gamers for two decades. To celebrate the franchise’s recent anniversary, we sat down with series creators Matt and Erin Bozon

Written by: Paul Cecchini

When it comes to indie gaming success stories, few share the rich history of the Shantae franchise. Since its low-key debut on the Game Boy Color in 2002, the 2D platforming series starring a hair-whipping half-genie has become a multiplatform fixture of the indie scene, with five games under its belt and a regular stream of re-releases and merchandise. Even 20 years later, its influence continues to grow. At the centre of it all are Matt and Erin Bozon, the husband-and-wife team who have been breathing life into Shantae’s world from the beginning. Erin created the character and gameplay concept back in 1994 with the hopes of it growing into a franchise that could expand to comics, TV, and other merchandise. She collaborated with soon-to-be-husband Matt, who helped flesh out Shantae’s…

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