Best Fishing games of all time, ranked

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Fishing has become a popular hobby in games, with even big franchises like Pokémon, Stardew Valley, and Animal Crossing including it as a key activity. However, this list highlights games where fishing isn’t just a side activity – it’s the whole point!

Not every game on this list is a super-realistic fishing simulator. We’ve included everything from classic arcade games and recent indie titles to dedicated fishing sims and popular console games playable on PC, handheld devices, and home consoles. While some players might enjoy simple, casual fishing—like endlessly catching Magikarp—every game we’ve chosen focuses primarily on fishing, each with its own unique approach.

Here’s our list of the top fishing games. We’ve chosen five games with distinct styles, so there’s sure to be something for every type of player!

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Fishing Adventure

Fishing Adventure

  • Release date:
    November 1, 2019

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Fishing Adventure is a typical fishing game, where the player can (drums) catch different fish species! Fish in USA, Hawaii and other unique fisheries.
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Luna’s Fishing Garden

Luna’s Fishing Garden

  • Release date:
    June 16, 2021

Platforms:

  • Linux
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Mac
  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Luna’s Fishing Garden is a cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago.
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Moonglow Bay

Moonglow Bay

  • Release date:
    October 26, 2021
3(3 reviews)

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
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What it’s about: Moonglow Bay is set along the Eastern Canadian coastline during the 1980s and offers players a diverse and emotionally charged story, complemented by a relaxing, slice-of-life fishing RPG.

You play as a rookie angler, struggling to fulfil your partner’s final wish by keeping a business afloat in the face of impending bankruptcy.

Whether playing solo or with a friend in drop-in-drop-out local co-op, you’ll need to cook your catch of the day, then sell a variety of recipes to upgrade your shop, gear, and fishing boat.

Combining a playful voxel art style with a sumptuous soundtrack, your journey is split into several distinct story arcs featuring a fully-inhabited town to traverse and the potential for epic encounters with the rumoured Mystical Monsters of Moonglow.

With your journal and rod in hand, explore the furthest reaches of the ocean, from frigid glaciers to boiling geysers, and learn to cast nets, set traps and fish through ice, documenting over 100 varied aquatic species while uncovering the secrets of Moonglow Bay.

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Russian Fishing 4

Russian Fishing 4

  • Release date:
    November 11, 2021

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
More info

What it’s about: Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
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Bassmaster Fishing 2022

Bassmaster Fishing 2022

  • Release date:
    October 28, 2021

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
More info

What it’s about: Bassmaster Fishing 2022, the official video game is coming this Fall, bringing the thrill of competitive big bass fishing to PC. Dive into the fully licensed content from the Bassmaster series from amateur to elite events.
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Ultimate Fishing Simulator

Ultimate Fishing Simulator

  • Release date:
    August 30, 2018
4(1 reviews)

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Bored of waiting for a bite? Would you like to catch some fish? You’re lucky – in Ultimate Fishing Simulator, fish bite like crazy! Spinning, float fishing, ground fishing and more!
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Fishing: Barents Sea

Fishing: Barents Sea

  • Release date:
    February 7, 2018
4(1 reviews)

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
More info

What it’s about: Fishing: Barents Sea is a simulator game for PC, about industrial fishing, you will be put in a role as a fishboat captain. Starting out with a small boat you inherited from your grandfather, earn money fishing to buy upgrades, bigger&better boats and more. Make your grandfather proud!

Learn to catch various types of fish with different boats and sets of fishing gear. When inside a port you can visit the bar for hiring crew or get missions, visit docks to repair or buy upgrades for your boat, visit the bank to take a loan or go to the shop to buy supplies and other upgrades. In your homeport you can visit and upgrade your cabin and much more.

You will play in an open world environment over parts of northern Norway, maneuver your boat around the map to find the best fishing spots using your fish sonar, radar and GPS.

The gameplay will be an easy to learn, hard to master experience when using various fishing tools to catch your fish.

Experience an atmospheric and stylish gameworld, with day and night cycle, seasonal effects, advanced resource and weather system. Everything is calculated from real maps, real boats, real fishes inluding age, breeding areas, depth, fish quotas, collectable items and much more.

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Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure

Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure

  • Release date:
    September 11, 2019

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Grab your rod, reel, and adventurous spirit as you join three friends on a summer road trip to remember! Visit a variety of fishing spots, from deep-sea fishing to freshwater stream fishing as you and the gang track down and try to catch the elusive Legendary Fish.
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Bass Pro Shops: The Strike

Bass Pro Shops: The Strike

  • Release date:
    October 6, 2009

Platforms:

  • Wii
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Xbox 360
More info

What it’s about: Quite the catch for gamers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The Strike literally puts the fishing rod in players’ hands as they head out to their favorite hot spots, including several popular lakes in North America. By combining high-quality, realistic game play, The Strike is quite the catch for gamers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Features • “All-Gamer Appeal: Gamers of all levels will be happy with The Strike, as it offers four modes of entertaining gameplay. • Tournament Fishing and The Bass Pro Invitational: In Career Mode gamers will need to understand the equipment, topography of the lakes, and specific fish behaviors in order to succeed. Players will be guided by the true rules of tournament bass fishing just like they would if they were fishing in real life. • Advanced Engine Technology: The Strike uses the advanced Infernal Engine which provides incredible water effects above and below the water, real-time time-of-day light effects, high quality 3D fish models, and realistic fish and lure movements. • Amazing Lakes: Ten of North America’s greatest lakes are realistically depicted, so players can recognize key landmarks and find their favorite fishing spots. • Advanced Underwater World: The Strike features advanced topography visuals never-before-seen in a fishing game. Lakebeds are detailed to include weeds, fallen trees, and rocks, along with life-like fish and lure movements, making for an authentic experience. • Abundance of Fish: The Strike features a large variety of fresh water fish, including Largemouth bass, Smallmouth bass, Striped bass, and Kentucky spotted bass, Walleye, Northern and more. Each lake also contains a legendary fish of record proportions that will challenge even the best players and experienced fishermen. • Variety of Equipment: Players can tailor their equipment by going to the Bass Pro Shops in-game store to select lures, rods, and reels. In tournaments, players can win new boats. • Statistics: The Strike tracks players’ fishing data, ranging from the number of successful casts to the most popular lure. The game also tracks the total weight of each species of fish caught and individual lake totals, tournaments won, etc.”
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Reel Fishing: Wild

Reel Fishing: Wild

  • Release date:
    February 1, 2001

Platforms:

  • Dreamcast
More info

What it’s about: Reel Fishing is a series of fishing video games by Natsume. The first game, Reel Fishing, was released for the PlayStation in 1996. Originally a localization of Pack-In-Video’s (now Marvelous) Fish Eyes series from Japan, Natsume has since diverged from that series to create their own games.
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Sega Marine Fishing

Sega Marine Fishing

  • Release date:
    January 1, 1999

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Dreamcast
  • Arcade
More info

What it’s about: Sega Marine Fishing is a fishing video game in which the player attempts to catch various marine sport fish. The gameplay’s emphasis was on enticing fish to bite onto the lure and then successfully fighting the fish and reeling it to the boat. As the player catches fish, they earn item cards. Items earned with these cards include fish and artifacts for an aquarium, fishing equipment, additional boats, and various goofy accessories such as different colored shorts. The game also featured two modes of online play: tournament fishing and “fish mail”. In tournament fishing, players competed to catch the biggest fish within a species. Fish mail consisted of writing short messages. Players could receive random messages by catching fish. Sega Marine Fishing can be played using the Dreamcast fishing rod controller. You could customize your character with hats, shirts, etc.
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The Catch: Carp & Coarse Fishing

The Catch: Carp & Coarse Fishing

  • Release date:
    June 30, 2020

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
More info

What it’s about: The Catch: Carp & Coarse Fishing is a species hunting fishing game from Dovetail Games about the passion and pursuit of what lurks beneath the waters. Take on the hunt of a lifetime as you target and pursue monster-sized fish around the world. With 35 species to hunt, you’ll have to work up your strategy, skill and tactics to catch every boss fish in each venue. It’ll take both patience and adrenaline to succeed as you choose your angling spot carefully, based on time of day, weather conditions and perfect equipment setup, before casting out into the water to battle and catch these elusive creatures.
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Fishing: North Atlantic

Fishing: North Atlantic

  • Release date:
    October 16, 2020

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 5
More info

What it’s about: Commercial fishing in the North Atlantic! Discover the majestic world of Canadian Nova Scotia while admiring the vast diversity of ocean life. Search for the ocean’s gold with upgradable fishing boats and various types of fishing gear as you progress in your career.
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Ace Angler: Fishing Spirits

Ace Angler: Fishing Spirits

  • Release date:
    October 27, 2022
3(1 reviews)

Platforms:

  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Shake and spin the Joy-Con, and feel like you’re out on the ocean waves! The latest Ace Angler title is set in an aquarium-themed amusement park! Play the park’s various attractions by yourself or with friends to collect Medals, which you can then use to upgrade your aquarium!
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Real Fishing VR

Real Fishing VR

  • Release date:
    March 5, 2019

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
More info
What it’s about: Real Fishing VR is a fishing game that travels around the world. You can easily catch over 100 kinds of fish with simple, rhythmic actions.
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Carp Fishing Simulator

Carp Fishing Simulator

  • Release date:
    January 31, 2014

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • iOS
More info

What it’s about: Carp Fishing Simulator is the most advanced, authentic fishing experience on the market. Fish from any peg on 5 venues containing Mirror Carp, Common Carp, Grass Carp, Ghost Koi,Tench, Bream, Catfish, Sturgeon, Perch, Pike & Zander. Use up to 3 rods, a Spod rod, Marker rod and bait Boat. Earn coins by catching fish. Use the coins to purchase new tackle & unlock new venues. Real Time of day – Real accurate Time of day or night. Real Dynamic weather – Changeable weather conditions taken from the real world location of the venues. Seasons – Depending on the month you fish, you’ll see seasonal changes which also affect the water/air temperature. Full character customisation (COMING SOON) – Don’t just choose a character, make your own! Real AI – Fish are all completely controlled by complex AI, They are released in to the lake and do their own thing. No behaviour is pre-programmed.
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Pro Fishing Simulator

Pro Fishing Simulator

  • Release date:
    November 29, 2018

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
More info

What it’s about: An authentic sport fishing simulation for both beginners and avid anglers. Explore the most beautiful fishing spots in the world and reel in the best catches by combining technique and the best official equipment.
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Ridiculous Fishing

Ridiculous Fishing

  • Release date:
    March 14, 2013
4(1 reviews)

Platforms:

  • Android
  • iOS
More info

What it’s about: Ridiculous Fishing is a mobile fishing video game where players use motion and touch controls to catch fish and subsequently shoot them out of the sky for cash. The game is known for its developers’ battle against a cloned version of their game released by another company.
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Fisherman’s Bait 2: Big Ol’ Bass

Fisherman’s Bait 2: Big Ol’ Bass

  • Release date:
    July 1, 1998

Platforms:

  • PlayStation
  • Arcade
More info

What it’s about: Featuring more than fifteen different kinds of fish, twenty different fishing holes and lots of different lures, Fisherman’s Bait 2: Big Ol’ Bass is the PlayStation version of the popular Arcade game. Like the Little Max character from Mike Tyson’s Punch Out, you are a transparent fisherman. You can go from “fishin’ hole” to “fishin’ hole” according to your preference. All of the spots are different in their variety of species. You also get to pick your own lure, ranging from poppers and worms to jerk bait. All lures produce different results, so choose wisely. Choices for play include: the Beginner mode, where you are given a tutorial during which you’re taught the rules of the game; Free Fishing mode, where you can just catch fish at your leisure; Tournament mode, where you must qualify at each of the three lakes to get to the main event; Versus Play, where you compete against another player; and World Monsters mode, where you fish for monster-sized fish through fake environments. Big Ol’ Bass supports vibration feedback, analog control, one block of memory and the SLUH-00063 special controller.
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Legend of the River King GB

Legend of the River King GB

  • Release date:
    January 1, 1997

Platforms:

  • Game Boy
More info

What it’s about: You’ll need all your angling and survival skills to succeed in this unique fishing RPG. On a perilous quest to capture a mysterious and mystical fish, you’ll deploy a variety of tackle in both quiet lakes and raging rapids. Along the shores, dangerous animals are a constant threat. To get supplies, you’ll sell some of your catch at village markets. You can also try your hand at raising a pet fish from embryo to adult and watch as it grows and even changes species!
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Fishing Resort

Fishing Resort

  • Release date:
    August 4, 2011
4(2 reviews)

Platforms:

  • Wii
More info

What it’s about: Fishing Resort, known in Japan and Korea as Family Fishing (ファミリーフィッシング?), is a fishing video game developed by Prope for the Wii home console. It features 8 different areas for the player to fish and do several “activities”. Stores located in areas allow people to purchase items for fishing needs. Players can also take a cruiser and explore the ocean surrounding the “island” where the game takes place.
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Euro Fishing: Ultimate Edition

Euro Fishing: Ultimate Edition

  • Release date:
    May 24, 2018

Platforms:

  • Xbox One
More info

What it’s about: Euro Fishing: Ultimate Edition brings together all of the content for Euro Fishing so that you can save money on one fantastic bundle. Experience the unique venues of Euro Fishing as well as each of the stunning add-on lakes.
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Rapala Pro Fishing

Rapala Pro Fishing

  • Release date:
    August 25, 2004

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 2
  • Xbox
More info

What it’s about: Grab your tackle box, launch the bass boat and LET’S GO! Rapala Pro Fishing sets the standard for all fishing games. Never before has a fishing game brought you all this: authentic Rapala fishing gear, guided fishing trips with Rapala’s Pro Staff and a BOATLOAD OF ACTION! Time to set the hook and land that TROPHY of a lifetime!
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Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour

Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour

  • Release date:
    September 18, 2018

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
More info

What it’s about: Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour features an authentic career mode where you work your way up to an elite angler competing against over 100 of the best anglers in the world across Bass, Carp and Predator fishing whilst unlocking sponsorship opportunities, gaining career earnings and social media followers
9

Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2

Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2

  • Release date:
    May 9, 2025

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
More info

What it’s about: The most comprehensive fishing game of all time! Immerse yourself in the virtual world of fishing and test yourself in the fishing technique of your choice! Feeder, fly fishing, spinning or classic float fishing – the choice is yours!
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Bassmaster Fishing 2022

Bassmaster Fishing 2022

  • Release date:
    October 28, 2021

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
More info

What it’s about: Bassmaster Fishing 2022, the official video game is coming this Fall, bringing the thrill of competitive big bass fishing to PC. Dive into the fully licensed content from the Bassmaster series from amateur to elite events.
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Field & Stream: Trophy Bass 4

Field & Stream: Trophy Bass 4

  • Release date:
    TBA
More info

What it’s about: Stronghold Warchest is a pack that contains two FireFly games: Stronghold and Stronghold Crusader.
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Sega Bass Fishing

Sega Bass Fishing

  • Release date:
    December 1, 1997
3(2 reviews)

Platforms:

  • Linux
  • Wii
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 3
  • Xbox 360
  • Dreamcast
  • Arcade
More info

What it’s about: Explore the exciting sport of Bass fishing! Based on the Dreamcast hit, motor out to eight different fishing locations to catch the biggest and baddest Bass possible! Choose between fourteen different lures, and compete in four tournaments. Start off as an amateur, and work your way up to the pros in the Masters Classic tournament. Get hooked!
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Pro Fishing Challenge

Pro Fishing Challenge

  • Release date:
    July 1, 2004

Platforms:

  • Xbox
More info

What it’s about: The most realistic fishing game to date. With the ability to play with up to 8 players online.
4

Dredge

Dredge

  • Release date:
    March 30, 2023
4(5 reviews)

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Mac
  • Android
  • iOS
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
More info

What it’s about: Dredge is a fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your vessel and dredge the depths for long-buried relics. Explore the stories of the strange locals and discover why some things are best left forgotten.
Captain your fishing trawler across a collection of remote islands, each with its own inhabitants to meet, wildlife to discover, and stories to unearth.
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Call of the Wild: The Angler

Call of the Wild: The Angler

  • Release date:
    August 31, 2022

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
More info

What it’s about: From the creators of theHunter: Call of the Wild comes a genre-defying fishing experience! Explore a vast and atmospheric open world in search of the perfect fishing spot. Ride the open waters alone or with friends and embark on your journey to become a master angler.
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Fishing Planet

Fishing Planet

  • Release date:
    August 11, 2015
4(1 reviews)

Platforms:

  • Linux
  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Mac
  • Android
  • iOS
  • PlayStation 4
  • Xbox One
  • Nintendo Switch
More info

What it’s about: Fishing Planet is a FREE to play unique and highly realistic online first-person multiplayer fishing simulator developed for anglers to bring you the full thrill of actual fishing! Choose your lures, make your trophy catches, discover new possibilities and sharpen your real angling skills anywhere, anytime
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Dave the Diver

Dave the Diver

  • Release date:
    June 28, 2023
5(8 reviews)

Platforms:

  • PC (Microsoft Windows)
  • Mac
  • PlayStation 4
  • Nintendo Switch
  • PlayStation 5
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Nintendo Switch 2
More info

What it’s about: Dave the Diver is an action-adventure and management simulation game developed by Mintrocket. In the game, players control Dave, who spends his days diving into underwater environments to catch fish and gather resources, and his nights managing a sushi restaurant. The gameplay combines real-time underwater exploration and combat with restaurant management mechanics.

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