Mermaid Madness

Commodore 64 · 1986 · EU

Publisher: Electric Dreams Software · Developer: Soft Design · Genre: Puzzle

In “Mermaid Madness,” players take on the role of Myrtle the mermaid, who has finally found her dream man, the diver Gordon, after 112 years. However, Gordon is less than thrilled – he flees into the water and gets stuck under a ship. Myrtle must rescue him by navigating an underwater labyrinth, collecting items, and using them in the correct locations to progress. Along the way, she must avoid enemies, as their touch depletes her energy. Energy can be restored by collecting beer bottles. With no scrolling, players explore the surroundings while Gordon's air supply acts as a time limit.