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Game Boy · Platformer
The Little Mermaid
| System | Game Boy |
|---|---|
| Released | 1992 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Capcom |
| Publisher | Capcom |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Disney |
| Legacy | Deep cut |
The Little Mermaid is a platformer released in 1992 for the Game Boy, developed by Capcom.
It landed about 3 years into the Game Boy's life. Other notable Game Boy releases from 1992 include Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins, Kirby's Dream Land and Mega Man III.
It is part of the Disney series; on the Game Boy you can also try DuckTales, The Lion King and Talespin. The series also appears on other systems with DuckTales (NES) and Disney's Aladdin (Genesis). Capcom also made DuckTales 2, Darkwing Duck and Mega Man V for the Game Boy.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you've played the Game Boy hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Little Mermaid is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
The Little Mermaid cheats & codes
35 codes on file (Game Genie, GameShark, Other codes). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Start With 1 Energy Points | 018-96F-E66 |
|---|---|
| Start With 5 Energy Points | 058-96F-E66 |
| Start With 8 Energy Points | 088-96F-E66 |
| Infinite Energy | C98-22E-3BE |
| Start With 2 Lives | 017-F1F-E66 |
| Start With 6 Lives | 057-F1F-E66 |
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Playing Game Boy games today
Game Boy games were designed for short bursts on the go, which makes them ideal for a coffee break today. Many are available through Nintendo Switch Online, and original carts play on any later Game Boy model.
The Little Mermaid FAQ
When did The Little Mermaid come out on the Game Boy?
The Little Mermaid was released for the Game Boy in 1992.
Who made The Little Mermaid?
It was developed by Capcom.
Is The Little Mermaid multiplayer?
No. The Little Mermaid is a single-player game.
How long does The Little Mermaid take to play?
As a platformer, The Little Mermaid typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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