Mermaid Melody - Pichi Pichi Pitch - Pichi Pichi Party (Japan)

Mermaid Melody - Pichi Pichi Pitch - Pichi Pichi Party on GBA is a game that combines several elements, mainly focusing on the Music/Rhythm and Puzzle genres. Players will take on the role of one of the beautiful mermaids, using their singing abilities to fight against dark forces. Gameplay revolves around completing songs with high accuracy, while also solving small puzzles to unlock new levels and collect items.

Each song in the game is designed with catchy background music and vibrant visuals, providing a great musical experience. Pressing the correct buttons to the rhythm will help players accumulate points and attack enemies. However, focusing only on the rhythm is not enough; players need to solve small puzzles interspersed within the songs to overcome the challenges. These puzzles could involve searching for items, arranging blocks, or performing various actions on the GBA's touch screen.

The game features various game modes, including story mode, practice mode, and versus mode. Story mode will take players through the main storyline of the Mermaid Melody anime, while practice mode helps players familiarize themselves with the songs and controls. Versus mode allows players to compete against friends or the computer.

Besides singing and solving puzzles, the game also incorporates collection elements. Players can collect items, costumes, and power-ups for their characters. This helps increase the game's diversity and replayability. Overall, Mermaid Melody - Pichi Pichi Pitch - Pichi Pichi Party is a lighthearted yet challenging game, suitable for those who love anime, catchy soundtracks, and diverse gameplay.