"Fight crime, solve mysteries, and try not to grow a tail on the job!"
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About
Dive into a massive adventure-simulation hybrid where workplace drama meets supernatural transformation. As Hunter, a newly hired conflict de-escalation officer, you must navigate a conspiracy involving corrupt officials and militarized pirates while managing a mysterious physical transformation.
Story
Set in the chaotic Axon City, Hunter survives a near-death encounter on their first day at the PD, only to discover they are slowly turning into a mermaid. Spanning 10 chapters and over 350,000 words, the narrative weaves through a web of witch cults and government conspiracies. While part of the 'Lached Up Games' shared universe, this is a standalone mystery where your choices define Hunter's fate.
Gameplay
Experience a unique blend of visual novel storytelling, point-and-click puzzle solving, and management simulation. Between investigating crime scenes and solving riddles, players manage the 'Coffee Shrine' franchise, cook at a noodle bar, and identify bootleg games at a trade-in counter.
Key Features
- 1Massive 350,000+ word script spanning 10 chapters
- 2Deep management sims: Run a Coffee Shrine, Noodle Bar, and Game Store
- 3Cute vs. Sexy Alignment System that alters outfits and interactions
- 4Classic point-and-click style inventory puzzles and riddles
- 5Four unique romance options including catgirls and elementals
- 6Manga-style motion comic cutscenes
- 7Standalone narrative accessible to new players
- 8Progress transfer from demo to full game
Highlights
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Incredible variety of gameplay styles keeps the experience fresh
- +Huge amount of narrative content (350k+ words)
- +High replayability via romance options and alignment paths
- +Vibrant, anime-inspired visual presentation
Cons
- -Heavy reading requirement may not suit action-focused players
- -Niche anime tropes and humor style
Game Ratings
A massive script with branching relationships
Vibrant motion comics and manga aesthetics
Mixes puzzles, dating sim, and business management
Classic inventory combinations and riddles
Four distinct paths with unique character dynamics
Who Will Enjoy This?
For those who love deep reading and character arcs
Players who enjoy time management minigames
Fans of detective work and point-and-click puzzles
Similar To
Game Loop & Humor
Max's Big Bust
match
Vibe & Setting
Coffee Talk
match
Investigation
Ace Attorney Series
match
💡 Did You Know?
The script is larger than many novels, exceeding 350,000 words.
Romance options include a catgirl scientist, a male catgirl, and a fire elemental.
Features a dedicated 'bootleg detection' minigame at Zara's Games.
Set in the same timeline as 'Alluna and Brie' and 'Max's Big Bust 2'.
The protagonist's transformation is hinted to be irreversible.
Latest Updates & Events
Help! I'm Turning Into A Mermaid! - 10% OFF on Steam
Help! I'm Turning Into A Mermaid! is currently featured on the Steam store!
“A refinement of storytelling techniques, scaling back narrative complexity for a focused mystery.”— Lauchlan, Lead Developer
Game Ratings
A massive script with branching relationships
Vibrant motion comics and manga aesthetics
Mixes puzzles, dating sim, and business management
Classic inventory combinations and riddles
Four distinct paths with unique character dynamics
Who Will Enjoy This?
For those who love deep reading and character arcs
Players who enjoy time management minigames
Fans of detective work and point-and-click puzzles
Similar To
💡 Did You Know?
The script is larger than many novels, exceeding 350,000 words.
Romance options include a catgirl scientist, a male catgirl, and a fire elemental.
Features a dedicated 'bootleg detection' minigame at Zara's Games.
Set in the same timeline as 'Alluna and Brie' and 'Max's Big Bust 2'.
The protagonist's transformation is hinted to be irreversible.
Latest Updates & Events
Help! I'm Turning Into A Mermaid! - 10% OFF on Steam
Help! I'm Turning Into A Mermaid! is currently featured on the Steam store!
Timeline
Available Jobs
- •☕ Coffee Shrine Manager: Renovate stores and assign staff
- •🍜 Soupa Noodles Chef: frantic cooking simulator
- •🎮 Zara's Games Clerk: Spot fake games from real ones
The Alignment System
Unlike Good vs. Evil, Hunter navigates a 'Cute vs. Sexy' spectrum. This unique mechanic changes available outfits, influences how other characters react to you, and unlocks exclusive dialogue options depending on your stylistic leanings.
Game Details
- Developer
- Lached Up Games
- Publisher
- Lached Up Games
- Platforms
- PC
- Genres
- Adventure, Simulation +1
- Atmosphere
- whimsical