Shantae: Half-Genie Hero vs Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero wins 7 of 14 head-to-head metrics. Shantae: Half-Genie Hero is R$1.54 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Shantae: Half-Genie Hero | Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Maybe | 69 | 57 |
| Quality | 84 | 70 |
| Value | 42 | 54 |
| Popularity | 53 | 27 |
| Current Best Price (BRL) | R$ 13.46 | R$ 15.00 |
| Steam Review Score | 90.5% positive | 86.1% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 0 | 3 |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero
Side by side over time
Shantae: Half-Genie HeroWonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap
Details and requirements
| Item | Shantae: Half-Genie Hero | Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | December 20, 2016 | June 8, 2017 |
| Developers | WayForward | Lizardcube |
| Publishers | WayForward | Dotemu |
| Platforms | Windows | Linux, Windows, MacOs |
| OS (minimum) | Windows®8 or Windows®10 | Windows 10 |
| Processor (minimum) | AMD Phenom(TM) II X6 1035T Processor @ 2.6GHz / Intel(R) Core(TM)2 Quad CPU Q6600 @ 2.4GHz or higher | Any |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | AMD Radeon HD 7800 Series / NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460 or higher | NVIDIA GeForce GTX 760 |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 11 | Version 11 |
| Storage (minimum) | 3 GB available space | 1100 MB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Shantae: Half-Genie Hero or Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap?
Shantae: Half-Genie Hero won the comparison against Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Shantae: Half-Genie Hero worth buying over Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap?
Based on the metrics, Shantae: Half-Genie Hero won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. Wonder Boy: The Dragon's Trap currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 01:01 PM UTC