Highly realistic world of fishing on your screen: People on Android and iOS devices can play together.Ĭompete online with other players in events and competitions with personal scores, achievements, leader boards and top-players lists. Developed by avid fishing enthusiasts to bring you the full thrill of actual angling on your PC.įree-to-Play on all platforms and just a download away!Ĭross play on Mobile. As a novice, I don’t know what the difference is between the types of line that you can purchase in the in-game store.Fishing Planet® is a highly realistic first-person online multiplayer fishing simulator.

But that’s where I have to say I felt a bit overwhelmed.

A multitude of fishes for you to catch, and even more rods for you to assemble. There are dozens of places for you to visit across the globe. In the case of content? You won’t be disappointed either. While on the other hand the overall shore graphics are left wanting. Like the way the sun glistens on the surface of the water makes me think wow, that’s actually quite realistic. The visuals of The Fisherman are impressive in some aspects, but lacking in other departments. Cast your line and wait for the QTE to start. Then it’s time for you to take a walk along the sandy shores of the lake. Got your rod ready? Jeez, that sounds dirty. Each rod can be customized with what kind of lead, tackle,… you want to use. It delves a bit into the store and what kinds of rods that you can create. Your first few hours are one big tutorial about all sorts of fishing possibilities. It is clear that Fishing Planet (yes, this is the developer’s name as well) is passionate about fishing. Will this also be the case for The Fisherman: Fishing Planet? Let us find out in this quick review of The Fisherman: Fishing Planet! Because, of course, they need you invested. You cast your line, wait a bit and you get an immediate bite. The video games never truly make it that immersive. It’s calming, you get one with nature and it’s an excellent means of disconnecting from a world that ‘s otherwise always online and active.

And truth be told, I get why fishing is enjoyed by hobbyists or pro anglers. And while fishing games are not unique, these too are mostly enjoyed by a select crowd. Though it’s on a slight rise in popularity with the younger crowd. Fishing has always been a sporting event enjoyed by the select few.

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