The Little Mermaid Games Collection
Since the 1991 NES classic, Disney's aquatic princess has starred in 10+ adaptations blending platforming, puzzle-solving, and musical magic. These games capture Ariel's curiosity through innovative underwater mechanics while expanding her story beyond the film.
Gameplay Highlights
- Fluid Swimming: Unique buoyancy controls (NES/Genesis)- Bubble Weaponry: Traps enemies in air pockets
- Treasure Collection: Sunken loot unlocks bonus content
- Musical Sequences: Rhythm-based mini-games (DS/Wii)
Key Releases
- NES/Genesis Era (1991-93): Side-scrolling action with film voice clips- Educational Titles (2000s): Ariel's Story Studio (PC CD-ROM)
- Modern Adaptations (2006-13): Disney Princess: Enchanted Journey (Wii)
- Mobile Games (2018+): Disney Magic Kingdoms appearances
Cultural Impact
- First Disney princess game with voice acting (Genesis)- Inspired underwater levels in Kingdom Hearts
- Featured in Disney Infinity as playable character
Why It Charms
With whimsical ocean physics and faithful Disney magic, these games let players explore Atlantica's wonders. The 2023 live-action film boosted interest in classic titles.🎮All The Little Mermaid Retro Games
The Little Mermaid
1991
PlatformerThe Little Mermaid is a platform game developed and published by Capcom for the NES in 1991. Based on Disney's animated film, players control Ariel as she swims through underwater stages, uses her tail to attack enemies, and searches for hidden treasures.
The Little Mermaid
1991
PlatformerThe Little Mermaid is a platform game developed by Capcom and published by Sega for the Genesis in 1991. Based on Disney's 1989 animated film, players control Ariel as she explores underwater environments, avoids enemies, and collects treasures.
The Little Mermaid
The Little Mermaid is a 1993 Action-Platformer developed and published by Sega for the Game Gear. Based on Disney's 1989 animated film, players control Ariel through underwater levels, using her tail to attack enemies and collecting treasures while avoiding sea creatures.