A Fisherman's Tale 2
- May 11, 2023
- InnerspaceVR
- 5h median play time
Expertly tuned controls mixed with exploring a thought-provoking, tear-jerking and hilarious story of family and loss make Another Fisherman's Tale a must-play title.
Get on SteamEmbark on a new, mind-bending VR adventure Another Fisherman's Tale, the sequel that was brought to life by the makers of the award-winning "A Fisherman's Tale". Immerse yourself in poetic storytelling as you explore new mind-bending VR puzzle mechanics. Discover the truth as you journey through beautiful and unique locations and solve puzzles using your own body; Detach and control your hands, or…
PC
Windows
Reviews
- The game features a charming and heartfelt story, complemented by beautiful visuals and engaging music.
- Innovative gameplay mechanics, such as controlling detached hands and head, provide a unique VR experience that feels fresh and creative.
- The puzzles are interesting and varied, offering a good challenge without being overly difficult, making it accessible for a wide audience.
- The controls can be frustrating and imprecise, leading to discomfort and difficulty in navigating certain puzzles.
- The game is relatively short, with a playtime of around 3-4 hours, which may leave some players wanting more content.
- Some players experienced motion sickness and disorientation due to the game's mechanics and movement systems, which could detract from the overall enjoyment.
- story72 mentions
- 51 % positive mentions
- 44 % neutral mentions
- 4 % negative mentions
The story in this game is generally praised for its creativity, charm, and emotional depth, with many reviewers highlighting its whimsical and heartfelt narrative that builds on the themes of its predecessor. While some found the storytelling to be a bit saccharine or predictable, others appreciated its sincerity and the way it integrates with the gameplay. Overall, the narrative is seen as a strong aspect of the game, complemented by engaging puzzles and beautiful visuals, though opinions vary on its execution and pacing compared to the first installment.
“Absolutely charming and meaningful story beautifully tied together with fresh gameplay!”
“Innerspace VR does it again...they make some of the most creative, whimsical, beautiful, story-driven VR games I've ever seen.”
“The story is very touching; I won't spoil it too much, but you play as the toy character Bob.”
“I can't believe I made it to the final chapter, what with all the singing, lousy storytelling, and crappy controls.”
“I did not finish the game as it made me sick to listen to the story.”
“Compared to the first game, it's much less puzzle, and much more fiddling with bad controls while listening to a mediocre story being told.”
- gameplay54 mentions
- 41 % positive mentions
- 54 % neutral mentions
- 6 % negative mentions
The gameplay in this sequel is characterized by innovative and creative mechanics that leverage VR technology, offering a mix of engaging puzzles and immersive environments. While many players appreciate the fresh ideas and challenging interactions, some find the execution to be finicky and occasionally frustrating, particularly with the new control schemes. Overall, the game presents a unique experience that diverges from its predecessor, though opinions vary on its effectiveness and enjoyment.
“The environments are immersive, the mechanics well thought out and challenging, and the polish is extremely high.”
“What I expected to be a neat little sequel to A Fisherman's Tale with a couple more puzzles ended up being a beautiful game about love, acknowledging your past, legacy, and cherishing memories, with some of the most boundary-breaking puzzle mechanics I've seen in virtual reality, period.”
“Beautiful game and story, I am amazed that the studio took what was an already great first game and managed to make a second one even more fun and, most importantly, much more accessible to small play areas with clever and unique mechanics.”
“The puzzles are a lot more hands-on, requiring as much figuring out what to do as the mechanical ability to then pull it off, and it's in this second part where a lot of the frustration lies.”
“Some of the gameplay implementation can be a little bit frustrating, especially since there are parts where the excessive arm movement requires you to move around certain motion limits that often include into your own body.”
“I appreciate that InnerspaceVR have tried to do something different gameplay-wise rather than just rehash the first one, but sadly the ambition isn't realized.”
- graphics15 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 33 % neutral mentions
- 20 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally well-received, with many praising the creative art style and optimization that allows for smooth performance on high settings. While some users note that the visuals are not groundbreaking, they appreciate the whimsical aesthetic and how it complements the gameplay and story. Overall, the graphics contribute positively to the immersive VR experience, though a few players express a desire for further polish and updates.
“The graphics and story I feel are consistently good across both games, with the details ramped up in this one versus the previous.”
“It's very well optimized graphically (ran high settings at a stable 120fps on an R5 5600X and 3070 Ti PC driving a Vive Pro 2 at 2600 x 2600 per eye resolution) and it controls well too.”
“Art style is beautiful and the music ranges from great to enchantingly lovely.”
“Some kind of patch or remaster with a final layer of polish (and maybe a graphical update that makes better use of the capabilities of PC VR) would do a lot of good for this game.”
“The graphics are very basic but stylistically interesting.”
“This is fine though, not every game needs to push the graphical boundaries.”
- emotional9 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game features a heartwarming and whimsical story that resonates emotionally, though some reviewers note that its structure and delivery may dilute the impact of its emotional beats. Players appreciate the touching narrative and creative use of metaphors, which enhance the overall experience, despite some feeling it could have been tighter. Overall, it is described as a heartfelt and funny adventure that successfully combines emotional depth with engaging puzzle gameplay.
“I got to hand it to the devs (a whole pile of hands in fact) for a fantastically heartwarming and whimsical story.”
“The story is very touching; I won't spoil it too much, but you play as the toy character Bob.”
“This is an incredibly heart-warming and creative game.”
- music5 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality, ranging from great to enchantingly lovely, and complements the beautiful visuals and engaging voice acting. Reviewers highlight the nostalgic connection to the first game, noting that the soundtrack enhances the overall experience and contributes to the game's charm.
“The whole assembly is well-made with good music, visuals, and voice acting; a real bread-and-butter VR title, and I'm glad to see these types of games in production.”
“Art style is beautiful and the music ranges from great to enchantingly lovely.”
“Very nostalgic with the first game; the music is amazing, and the story so far is great.”
- humor3 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is characterized as heartfelt and well-executed, featuring a good mix of clever puns and engaging narration. Players appreciate the effective voice acting that enhances the comedic elements, contributing to a delightful storytelling experience.
“Heartfelt and funny.”
“Good sense of humor sprinkled throughout, which worked very well and was well narrated and voice acted.”
“Delightful story and narration, with funny puns here and there.”
- optimization1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is praised for its excellent graphical optimization, achieving stable high settings at 120fps on a capable PC setup. However, users note that the grip mechanic on index controllers is overly sensitive, affecting the overall control experience.
“It's very well optimized graphically, running high settings at a stable 120fps on an R5 5600X and 3070 Ti PC, driving a Vive Pro 2 at 2600 x 2600 per eye resolution. It controls well too, although the 'grip to pull back hands' mechanic is a bit too sensitive on Index controllers.”
“The optimization is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay even on mid-range hardware. I was able to enjoy the game without any noticeable lag or frame drops.”
“I appreciate how well the game is optimized for various systems. It runs beautifully on my setup, and I didn't have to tweak many settings to achieve great performance.”
Critic Reviews
Another Fisherman’s Tale [PlayStation VR 2] | REVIEW
Another Fisherman’s Tale is another enjoyable puzzler that introduces plenty of new ideas to keep the experience fresh and unique. It feels completely different to the first game, and whilst I’d be lying if I said I preferred it over its predecessor, it certainly offers more variety and creativity across its larger adventure. It’s not a particularly challenging experience and the controls can be a little fiddly to get used to at first, but Another Fisherman’s Tale still shines as a captivating virtual reality puzzler that showcases Innerspace VR’s creative skills as a virtual reality developer.
80%Another Fisherman’s Tale (PSVR 2) Review
Expertly tuned controls mixed with exploring a thought-provoking, tear-jerking and hilarious story of family and loss make Another Fisherman's Tale a must-play title.
90%Another Fisherman’s Tale Review - All Tales Have A Lesson To Learn, Even Extraordinary Ones
Another Fisherman's Tale may not win any awards for visuals or reinvent the wheel in gameplay. Nevertheless, the love Vertigo Games put in shines through. The story is flawless and the gameplay, while relatively simple, serves its purpose without getting in the way of itself. Another Fisherman’s Tale is a beautiful game that deserves your time on PSVR2.
80%
