Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove

Who would have guessed that 7-years after the first title, we'd still be swimming around the Atlantic solving mysteries for the fifth time? Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove (that's a mouthful) returns to capture our hearts and minds. Time to get our thinking hats on again and become our favorite sea-based detective!

So what's going on the fifth time around? Freddi and Grandma are looking for some family fun in Coral Cove. Still, there's a giant sea monster terrorizing the park. It's up to this young yellow fish and his compatriots to determine why this aquatic colossus has taken over this beloved attraction. It's about time so that he can get rid of the menace and everyone can enjoy it once again.

What Lies Behind the Coral

It's hard to believe that there have been five of these games within seven years. You'd think that the quality would slip, churning out almost year after year. But we forget that Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove is a point-and-click adventure game for children. They are probably easier to develop than more mature releases.

Let's not take anything away from the gameplay of the last few titles, though. Each tag has had its merits and provided some holistic gameplay that's charming, entertaining, and keeps players of all ages engaged. Nothing changes in Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove, but this time, the story is a little more different and touches on more real-life themes!

Freddi and his friends are tasked with finding the whereabouts of the sea monster that's terrorizing Coral Cove Park. Like the other games, you'll solve puzzles, look for clues, and explore the ocean. It's just another chapter in the investigative tales of Freddi Fish, where this story tends to hit home a little more than the others as an adult!

Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove has all the charm and immersion of the other games, bringing the concept of 'why fix what isn't broken into the light. If you've enjoyed the previous offerings, there's no reason why you won't have this entry into the series won't entertain you.

It All Works Out in the End

There are probably not many scenarios where you'll play this game as an adult, except if you have children or need an escape. Freddi Fish 5: The Case of the Creature of Coral Cove is a point-and-click adventure game that's certainly not groundbreaking for the genre. But it is entertaining in its own right.

Round-Up - Pros & Cons

Pros:

• No changes to gameplay to keep the series familiar
• Another charming tale in the franchise
• The narrative takes inspiration from real-world themes.

Cons:

• The simplicity won't appeal to many players
• No multiple endings like other games
• Most players can finish the game quite quickly