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She is Mermaid

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29%Game Brain Score
story, emotional
music, optimization
46% User Score Based on 13 reviews

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She is Mermaid is a single player action game with a anime theme. It was developed by COSEN and was released on September 8, 2018. It received neutral reviews from players.

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46%
Audience ScoreBased on 13 reviews
story4 positive mentions
optimization3 negative mentions
  • The game features beautiful visuals and character designs, creating a vibrant and nostalgic seaside atmosphere.
  • The story explores heartfelt themes of memory, connection, and the bittersweet nature of growing up, with well-developed character arcs.
  • The full Japanese voice acting adds emotional depth to the narrative, enhancing the overall experience.
  • The translation quality is poor, with numerous typos, untranslated text, and awkward phrasing that disrupts immersion.
  • The pacing can feel slow and leisurely, which may frustrate players looking for a more dynamic narrative.
  • The story lacks mystery and complexity, making it predictable and potentially unengaging for those seeking deeper plot twists.
  • story
    24 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The story centers on Hiroto's return to his tranquil seaside hometown, exploring his interactions with three key characters: Ion, a childhood friend turned mermaid; Petakko, a lighthearted mermaid; and Rin, a mysterious shrine priestess. While the narrative is characterized by subtle storytelling and emotional resonance, some players may find it too leisurely or simplistic, lacking in complex plot twists. Overall, it aims to evoke nostalgia and comfort rather than surprise, though the protagonist's characterization and pacing may detract from the experience for some.

    • “Set in a quiet seaside town shimmering with the warmth of summer, the story follows Hiroto, a young man who returns to his rural hometown after years away in the city.”
    • “Rather than relying on twists or melodramatic reveals, it builds its story through quiet moments—conversations by the seaside, fleeting memories, and simple acts of kindness.”
    • “It is not a story meant to surprise—it is a story meant to comfort, to remind players of fleeting youth, lost summers, and the unspoken emotions that linger long after the waves have receded.”
    • “For some, this will be part of the game’s charm; for others, it may feel too leisurely, particularly in the early chapters where the story takes its time establishing relationships and tone.”
    • “The story’s emotional beats are tender but familiar, and players looking for deep mystery or complex plot twists may find it too straightforward.”
    • “There are a few foreshadowing scattered around here and there, but sadly the game suffers from more than a few pitfalls; for starters, hiroto isn’t a pleasant protagonist unless you stop taking the story too seriously because he only has two modes: pervert and science nerd, both that can be over-the-top to the point of being caricatures.”
  • emotional
    14 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    "She is mermaid" is a heartfelt visual novel that emphasizes subtle storytelling and emotional nuance, creating a tranquil atmosphere that resonates deeply with players. Each character's route offers a unique emotional journey, exploring themes of love, memory, and identity, while the game's understated tone and slow pacing allow for meaningful emotional moments. Although it may lack the dramatic extremes of other visual novels, its warmth and charm provide a wholesome experience that lingers with players.

    • “Rather than leaning on high-stakes conflict or heavy emotional melodrama, 'She is Mermaid' finds its strength in subtle storytelling and its ability to evoke a mood of tranquility and wonder.”
    • “Each character’s route offers a unique emotional journey, exploring different facets of love, memory, and identity.”
    • “The endings range from heartwarming to wistful, and while they never reach the emotional extremes of more dramatic visual novels, their subtlety leaves a lingering impression.”
  • graphics
    6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game's graphics are characterized by soft, vibrant art that creates a detailed and immersive world, blending beauty with a touch of melancholy. While the visuals are generally standard with well-drawn character portraits and beautiful CGs, the PC version boasts smoother performance and upgraded visuals compared to its console counterpart. The Switch re-release features Live2D graphics and additional scenarios, enhancing the overall visual experience.

    • “The visuals complement this perfectly: the art is soft, vibrant, and full of detail, painting a world that feels alive but still touched by melancholy.”
    • “From a technical standpoint, the game performs smoothly on PC, with clear menus and upgraded visuals compared to its console version.”
    • “The girls’ portraits are very well-drawn and the special graphics punctuate the right beats.”
    • “Graphic-wise, it is a pretty standard affair, with nice graphics and beautiful CGs.”
    • “The re-release for the Switch has the name 'My Girlfriend is a Mermaid!?' and features Live2D graphics, unlike the Steam version, which apparently lacks extra scenarios.”
  • music
    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The music in the game is generally well-received, featuring a serene soundtrack that complements the narrative with gentle piano and ambient ocean sounds. While some users found the music appropriate and fitting for the mood, others felt it was lacking in quality. Overall, the score enhances the emotional depth of the story, though opinions on its effectiveness vary.

    • “The dialogue, though sometimes simple, carries sincerity and occasional poignancy, especially when paired with the evocative soundtrack that underscores each scene with gentle piano and ambient sounds of the ocean.”
    • “The art is gorgeous and the music is good too.”
    • “The music, composed with a mix of serene melodies and gentle rhythms, perfectly matches the mood of the story—never intrusive, always complementing the scenes with a soothing undertone.”
    • “The voice cast is very competent and the music is appropriate for the mood most of the time.”
  • atmosphere
    4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The atmosphere of "She is Mermaid" is characterized by its heartfelt and whimsical tone, blending fantasy and romance within a nostalgic slice-of-life setting. The slow pacing allows players to fully immerse themselves in the serene world, though some reviewers noted a lack of mystery and felt that the decision-making process was somewhat rushed. Overall, it offers a refined visual novel experience that emphasizes emotional depth and detail.

    • “She is Mermaid is a heartfelt and whimsical visual novel developed by Cosen in collaboration with Talesshop that combines fantasy, romance, and a nostalgic slice-of-life atmosphere.”
    • “The pacing is deliberately slow, allowing the player to settle into the atmosphere and observe the small details that bring the world to life.”
    • “It doesn’t try to reinvent the visual novel formula but instead refines it, delivering a heartfelt story wrapped in a serene and immersive atmosphere.”
    • “However, it's lacking a mysterious atmosphere, and the decision-making choices seem rushed.”
  • character development
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    Character development in the game is praised for its warmth and charm, with expressive designs that effectively capture the personalities of the heroines. The substantial word count allows for meaningful character growth while maintaining accessibility for newcomers, contributing to an overall positive reception of the character arcs despite a relatively simple storyline.

    • “The character designs are expressive and distinct, capturing the personalities of the game’s heroines with warmth and charm.”
    • “The game’s word count—around 160,000 words—provides enough depth for character development without overstaying its welcome, making it accessible even to those new to the genre.”
    • “The story is quite simple, but the character development is quite good.”
  • humor
    3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The humor in the game is characterized by a mix of slapstick and juvenile jokes, primarily delivered through the interactions between Hiroto and the mermaids, particularly Petakko's bubbly personality. While some moments, like the fish tail antics, provide lightheartedness, the reliance on infantile humor, including poop and body jokes, may feel repetitive and detract from the overall comedic impact.

    • “The story primarily focuses on Hiroto’s interactions with three key characters: Ion, his childhood friend turned mermaid; Petakko, a bubbly and forgetful mermaid who brings humor and lightness to the narrative; and Rin, a mysterious shrine priestess with an enigmatic connection to both the spiritual and natural worlds.”
    • “There is little time spent with Ion to the point that her defining traits are the staring contests and hitting him in the head with her fish tail. While there is nothing wrong with slapstick humor, it started to get stale when he began to duck.”
    • “Then there are a number of infantile jokes, literal poop humor, and, of course, boob jokes.”
  • replayability
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The game offers notable replayability due to its multiple bad endings and alternate outcomes, encouraging players to explore different choices and scenarios.

    • “It features a number of bad endings and alternate endings, providing significant replay value.”
    • “The game encourages multiple playthroughs with its diverse story paths and outcomes.”
    • “Each playthrough reveals new elements and surprises, making it a joy to replay.”
    • “It does have a number of bad endings and alternate endings, so there is some replay value.”
  • optimization
    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative

    The Steam version of the game has received some optimization, but it suffers from untranslated menus, a lack of quality-of-life improvements, and the absence of additional content.

    • “The Steam version is said to have been optimized, but it has untranslated menus, little in the way of quality of life improvements, and none of the extras.”
    • “Despite claims of optimization, the game still suffers from significant performance issues that hinder the overall experience.”
    • “The optimization feels half-hearted, as there are frequent frame drops and long loading times that disrupt gameplay.”
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She is Mermaid is a action game with anime theme.

She is Mermaid is available on Nintendo Switch, PC and Windows.

She is Mermaid was released on September 8, 2018.

She is Mermaid was developed by COSEN.

She is Mermaid has received neutral reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its story but disliked it for its music.

She is Mermaid is a single player game.

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