A new adventure RPG from Square Enix has launched on Steam and is already getting strong reviews. Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse released on February 19, 2026, and currently holds a “Very Positive” 95% rating with over 450 user reviews.
The game is also available on Nintendo Switch (curr. $325 on Amazon). and serves as a standalone follow-up to the 2023 title Paranormasight: The Seven Mysteries of Honjo.
A Supernatural Mystery Set on a Remote Island
This new entry shifts the setting from urban Japan to the isolated Kameshima island, offering a more atmospheric and grounded story.
Set during the Showa era, the game follows Yuza Minakuchi, a young man who returns home and becomes involved in a mysterious ritual tied to a legendary mermaid.
The story unfolds through multiple perspectives, including a treasure hunter, a grieving housewife, and a teenage girl.
Non-Linear Storytelling and Investigation Gameplay
Like its predecessor, the game uses a non-linear narrative system. Players move between timelines, using information from one scenario to unlock progress in another.
The signature 360-degree “brush-stroke” investigation style returns, allowing players to explore environments in a cinematic way.
The experience combines visual novel storytelling with puzzle-solving, where choices and knowledge directly affect progression.
New Diving Mechanics Add Variety
One of the biggest additions is a diving minigame, where players take on the role of an ama (pearl diver).
In these sections, you explore the ocean floor, collect items, and manage oxygen levels. This adds a new gameplay layer and breaks up the story-heavy structure.
The game also introduces a Diver Rank system, which lets players upgrade abilities like lung capacity and detection skills.
Combat Focuses on Knowledge, Not Action
Instead of traditional combat, the game features “psychic stand-offs”, where success depends on the information you have gathered.
Players must replay scenarios, uncover clues, and use that knowledge to overcome obstacles and avoid “curse gates” in different timelines.
Performance and Optimisation
The game is designed to run smoothly even on modest hardware. It is lightweight and well-optimised, making it accessible to a wide range of players on PC and Switch.
Conclusion
Paranormasight: The Mermaid’s Curse builds on the strengths of the original while introducing new mechanics and a fresh setting. With its strong early reviews and unique storytelling style, it stands out as one of the more interesting narrative RPG releases of 2026.
Sources: Steam, SteamDB, Square Enix
