Ephemeral: Miniature Garden

About

Ephemeral: Miniature Garden casts you as Aria, a mermaid thrust into a strange new role after a shocking accusation. Accused of murdering her mother, she’s sent to a facility where she becomes a caretaker for 15 merman residents. The game unfolds through visual novel-style storytelling, mixing dialogue choices and relationship-building as Aria navigates the dorm’s odd dynamics. Interactions with key characters shape the narrative while uncovering the mystery behind her mother’s death. The game stands out for its quirky blend of mystery and slice-of-life elements, set in a surreal underwater facility. With branching paths and multiple endings, player decisions heavily influence outcomes. Though the art style and pacing may divide audiences, its niche mix of drama and character-driven intrigue has earned a loyal following among visual novel fans. Available on PC and mobile since late 2018, it offers a compact yet distinctive experience.

Storyline

As the daughter of Mermaid Aria (name changeable) have been living happily because Mermaids are ranked the number one of all species. Upon waking up and accused of killing her own mother Isabella, she was tied up and was transported to Lock 4. There a psychiatrist called Evan, welcome her to the "dorm" that is intended for Merman. It was decided that she will be the new caretaker, and with 15 guys within the room, she had to choose whose personal caretaker she'll become. With only three that she actually briefly spoken to, she choose...