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The Mermaid's Tongue

Released

Release Date: July 16, 2026

Adventure, Point-and-click, Detective, Crime, Indie Games, Singleplayer

The sequel to Tangle Tower and the third installment in a series of point-and-click adventure games originating from 2014. The Mermaid's Tongue stars Detective Grimoire and Sally, investigating the death of the captain of the world's strangest submarine.

8.6

OpenCritic

10

Steam

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The Mermaid's Tongue is the third installment in a series of point-and-click adventure games, a sequel to 2014's Detective Grimoire and 2019's Tangle Tower. Like the previous installments, it was developed by SFB Games.

Plot

The returning protagonists of The Mermaid's Tongue are Detective Grimoire and Sally. The game is set on the world's strangest submarine, the captain of which, Magnus Mortuga, died under unexplained circumstances. Various rumors circulated about the captain; some thought him a vampire, others thought him cursed, others yet an immortal time traveler. Yet another mystery is the fact his corpse's been found next to an unsealed, ancient stone cauldron...

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Platforms:

PC Windows

PC Windows

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Switch 2

Switch 2

Developer: SFB Games

Publisher: SFB Games

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Game Series

The Mermaid Mask
The Mermaid Mask
The Mermaid Mask

3GAMES

Detective Grimoire Game Series

Detective Grimoire Game Series

Features

System Requirements

System Requirements for The Mermaid Mask Video Game:

PC Windows

PC / Windows

Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i3, 2 GB RAM, graphic card Intel HD, 1 GB HDD, Windows 10.

Nintendo Switch

Nintendo Switch

Sony PlayStation 5

PlayStation 5

Nintendo Switch 2

Switch 2

Ratings

Game Ratings for The Mermaid Mask Video Game.

8.6

OpenCritic Rating

Game is Recomended by 96% of Critics. There are 24 Critic Reviews.

OpenCritic

Kakuchopurei: 90 / 100 by Jonathan Toyad

The Mermaid Mask is a well-written adventure title with a quirky and fun cast of characters and weirdos, great pacing, brain-taxing logic puzzles that fit with the world it's in, and a juicy mystery with good amounts of deducing and second-guessing on the player's side.

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Game Informer: 9 / 10 by Charles Harte

The Mermaid Mask is the best Detective Grimoire adventure yet. Its art, music, voice cast, and puzzle design are all worthy of praise, but they're held together by a great story and a fun script, complete with all the quips and twists I've come to expect from SFB's mystery series.

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Console Creatures: 8 / 10 by Bobby Pashalidis

The Mermaid Mask is a smart and thoughtful game where you’ll use your deduction skills to uncover the mystery behind the death of Captain Mortuga. In that journey, you’ll experience various twists and hard truths that come together to tell a smart story well worth the price of admission, and it’s bolstered by a wonderful cast that is having a blast playing these characters.

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100%

STEAM Score

All Reviews: Overwhelmingly Positive (2,447)

STEAM
User Reviews Summary generated by AI

The main pros of the game

  • Engaging Story and Characters: The narrative is well-written, with a captivating murder mystery that keeps players invested. The characters are unique, charming, and well-developed, contributing to the overall enjoyment.
  • Impressive Art and Animation: The game features beautiful hand-drawn art and smooth animations, enhancing the visual experience and immersion.
  • Outstanding Voice Acting: The voice performances are praised for bringing the characters to life and adding depth to the dialogue.
  • Clever Puzzles: The puzzles are generally well-designed, offering a good balance of challenge without being frustrating. The introduction of 3D models for clues adds an interactive element.
  • Humor and Charm: The game maintains a humorous tone, with witty dialogue and character interactions that keep the experience light-hearted despite the serious themes.

The main cons of the game

  • Puzzle Difficulty: Some puzzles were noted to be unintuitive or challenging, leading to frustration for certain players. A few users mentioned needing hints or guides to progress.
  • Linear Story Progression: While the story is engaging, some players felt it became too linear in the second half, leading to a rushed feeling towards the conclusion.
  • Lack of Manual Save Option: Players expressed frustration over the absence of a manual save feature, relying solely on autosave, which led to concerns about losing progress.

The features or elements that are missing from the game according to users

  • More Depth in Puzzles: Some players wished for a greater variety of puzzles or more complex challenges to solve.
  • Expanded Lore and Backstory: A few reviews indicated a desire for more exploration of the lore surrounding the mermaid and other cryptid elements mentioned in the story.
  • Polish on Audio Levels: There were mentions of inconsistent audio levels during voice acting, making it difficult to hear at times.
  • Localizations: Some players expressed a wish for additional language options, particularly for non-English speakers.

Summary

  • Overall, "The Mermaid Mask" is celebrated for its charm, storytelling, and artistic quality, while also facing some critique regarding puzzle design and progression pacing. The game successfully builds upon its predecessor, "Tangle Tower," and leaves players eager for potential future installments.

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