# Dark Parables: The Little Mermaid and the Purple Tide HD - A Magical Hidden Objects Game (Full)

> Hidden object adventure game with puzzles and a mermaid story. (iPhone/iPad app by Big Fish Games, Inc.)

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- Developer: [Big Fish Games, Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/292594310)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Adventure, Puzzle
- Price: $6.99
- Rating: 3.88/5 from 360 App Store ratings · 186 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 6.0 · 1.1 GB
- Languages: English, French, German, Japanese, Russian
- Released: 2015-07-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-parables-the-little-mermaid-and-the-purple-tide-hd-a-magical-hidden-objects-game-full/id995048899/reviews.md

## What is Dark Parables?

Unlock the complete adventure with a single purchase! No in-app purchases!

You’ve been called to investigate a strange purple tide that has rolled upon the shores of Crete. Things take a strange turn when a mermaid appears before your eyes! 

• BEWARE THE PURPLE TIDE! 
Travel to the island of Crete to investigate the appearance of a mysterious purple tide and a legendary city that's been revealed after a catastrophic tsunami strikes. 

• YOU’RE THE MASTER DETECTIVE ON THE CASE 
Travel to Greece to attempt to find the source of and stop a strange phenomenon that’s flooding villages and killing off all the sea life. Journey through stunning locations, do battle with a giant eel, and solve perplexing puzzles and hidden object scenes! 

• DISCOVER A LEGENDARY CITY 
Could all of these events be tied to the mysterious temple that has risen out of the sea, and a war fought long ago between two kingdoms? 

• UNLOCK THE SECRETS OF A MAD KING IN THE BONUS GAME 
Find all the hidden collectibles and earn achievements throughout the game! Then enjoy a souvenir chest, beautiful wallpapers and concept art, and replayable puzzles and mini-games! 

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## Key features

- Investigate mysterious purple tide
- Solve hidden object scenes
- Complete perplexing puzzles
- Discover a legendary city
- Unlock bonus game secrets
- Find hidden collectibles

## What do users think of Dark Parables?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 🎨 Beautiful graphics and art style
- 🕹️ Enjoyable puzzles and mini-games
- 🗺️ Helpful in-game map feature
- 🔍 Detailed hidden object scenes
- 🔗 Connections to other Dark Parables games

**Cons**

- 🐛 Frequent crashes and freezes
- 🔍 Repetitive hidden object locations
- 🕰️ Short story and gameplay length
- 🤔 Confusing or disjointed narrative
- 🔌 Requires internet connection to play

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Game crashes at certain points
- Achievements and progress not tracking properly
- Inability to progress past specific scenes

**Most requested features**

- Offline play option
- Improved stability and bug fixes
- More content and longer gameplay
- Morphing object collectibles like previous games

## Recent user reviews (10 of 186)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/dark-parables-the-little-mermaid-and-the-purple-tide-hd-a-magical-hidden-objects-game-full/id995048899/reviews.md

### 2/5 — Third purchase, all refunded for game issues

*2024-08-07, version 1.0.2*

The game shuts off at chapter 4. Submitted for refund.

### 5/5 — Great game!

*2024-02-05*

I love all the little extras, like the “blue tea”, and Felix. There are parable pieces in some scenes, if you want to find them all I suggest using the guide. There are also moon collectibles in every scene. I love the rich detail, and the mini games were fun. All of the Hops are FROGs, so if you don’t like those, then this game may not be for you. Also, some hops locations are repeated, so I recommend playing this game on “normal” difficulty instead of “hard”, because you get seahorse sparkles when a hop is active. The purple tide mentioned in the title is only really in the opening scene lol, don’t know why it’s in the title. True to the DP series, other characters from past DP games are referenced, which is nice. But don’t worry, it is not necessary to have played any of the others in order to play this one. Thoroughly enjoyable game! Real rating of 4.5 rounded up to make up for the low overall score when there were some glitches (I experienced none.)

### 1/5 — Keeps glitching out

*2023-07-03, version 1.0.2*

I’m only in chapter two and the game keeps glitching out right when I get back in. I’ve tried everything adnI get the same outcome. Give me a refund

### 2/5 — Difficult!

*2023-03-11, version 1.0.2*

I found this game to be difficult!  I could never figure out where I was.  I had to use hint to know where to go next.  I play these games all the time, but this one has locations I found hard to find.  Otherwise it has good graphics and mini games.

### 5/5 — Big fish

*2022-05-13, version 1.0.2*

I love it

### 1/5 — Little Mermaid

*2021-07-28, version 1.0.2*

Great game, but crashes in chapter 2. I cannot progress any farther. There is no developer website, so I cannot get any support. I need a refund. ☹️

### 1/5 — Keeps shutting down

*2020-10-12, version 1.0.2*

I’m in the greenhouse and every time I try to exit it shuts down. Please fix this glitch or return my money. Thankyou.

### 1/5 — Purchase history

*2020-04-11, version 1.0.2*

Yes I have can you please sort this out. So many games I’ve played but it seems I can’t play them again unless I pay again

### 2/5 — Closes to much

*2019-11-04, version 1.0.2*

The game loses by itself while I’m trying to play please fix that problem!

### 2/5 — Enjoyable game the second time around but avoid this

*2019-08-16*

The first time I tried to play this game ended in the game crashing. It wasn’t until then that I noticed others have had experience with the game crashing. I guess I didn’t check the reviews first. I started over and when I got to the point that the game was going to crash, I used hints to get me around the room that caused it last time and was able to finish the game. It’s a little annoying to have to do this. BTW, the area that caused the crashing issue for me was the area before the Eel Feeding area. Since Big Fish doesn’t appear likely to fix this game, I’d avoid it

## Frequently asked questions about Dark Parables

### What is this game about?

This is a hidden object adventure game where you investigate a mysterious purple tide and a mermaid's appearance on the shores of Crete. You'll travel to Greece, solve puzzles, find hidden objects, and uncover secrets related to a legendary city and an ancient war.

### What are the main gameplay features?

The game features investigating a mysterious phenomenon, solving perplexing puzzles, engaging in hidden object scenes, battling a giant eel, and discovering a legendary city. There's also a bonus game with collectibles, achievements, and replayable content.

### How much does the full game cost?

The full adventure is unlocked with a single purchase. The app explicitly states 'Unlock the complete adventure with a single purchase! No in-app purchases!', indicating a one-time payment model.

### What devices is this game compatible with?

While the description doesn't specify exact device requirements, it is presented as a mobile application, implying compatibility with smartphones and tablets. Big Fish Games generally supports a wide range of mobile devices.

### What are some common use cases for this app?

This app is for players looking for an engaging story-driven experience with a focus on puzzle-solving and object-finding. It's ideal for casual gaming sessions, offering a blend of mystery, mythology, and adventure.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2015-09-04

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

In this update:

• Optimizations to help prevent crashes

Thanks for the continued feedback and support, and happy gaming!

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### 1.0.0 — 2015-07-13

No release notes.

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