Bait & Tackle

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Bait & Tackle is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Bad Bass Games and was released on October 3, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

Step into the shoes of a legendary fisherman on a quest to reclaim your lost skills by battling comical yet deadly sea creatures. Use your fishing line as a grappling hook and weapon in fast-paced fights against challenging bosses like Mini Minnow and Swordmaster Swordfish. Prepare for a high-intensity, action-packed fishing adventure where the fish fight back!

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95%

Audience ScoreBased on 77 reviews

gameplay9 positive mentions

graphics3 negative mentions

The game features mechanically solid fishing and unique, challenging boss fights that keep players engaged.
It has a good sense of humor and a charming art style, complemented by an enjoyable soundtrack.
The gameplay loop is entertaining, with simple controls that lead to complex interactions, making it fun to master.

Some players found the player's tools to be stiff and limited, leading to frustration during gameplay.
Certain animations can feel awkward, detracting from the overall experience.
The difficulty spike between regular and extra bosses can be extreme, which may discourage some players.

gameplay
18 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
33%
17%
The gameplay is praised for its unique mechanics, particularly the innovative use of a fishing rod for combat and engaging movement systems like grappling and dodging. Boss fights are distinct and challenging, requiring players to master these mechanics, while the core gameplay loop remains entertaining and addictive. Despite some frustrations with the fishing mechanics, the overall experience is enhanced by solid music and well-designed encounters.
- “The core gameplay loop is entertaining and the bosses actually become quite challenging, especially if you are seeking the coveted 5-star rating.”
- “Super fun momentum-based movement mechanics, funny, interesting, well-designed boss fights, solid music.”
- “The fishing mechanic is a bit harder and more frustrating than I would prefer, but the combat is better than most games in the genre.”
- “The bosses have a wide array of attacks, and many of them require engagement with the game's unique movement mechanics, so you can't get lazy.”
- “The gameplay loop keeps you hooked: catch a boss fish -> rage -> fish to calm down -> catch a boss fish -> rage.”
music
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
12%
13%
The music in the game is widely praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall experience, with many reviewers highlighting its excitement and suitability for each level. The soundtrack complements the unique gameplay and diverse boss fights, contributing to the game's charming atmosphere. Overall, the combination of beautiful graphics and engaging audio creates a captivating experience for players.
- “Great music and unique gameplay.”
- “Very beautiful game overall, from soundtrack to graphics.”
- “The art is really nice, the music is exciting and fits each level well, and the bosses are all so different from each other and challenging enough that you can’t just do the same thing for each one and expect to win.”
- “The soundtrack goes feral.”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
17%
50%
The game's graphics are widely praised for their charming art style and overall beauty, complemented by a lovely soundtrack. However, some users note occasional inconsistencies in the art style. The visuals, including unique boss designs, contribute to a captivating and immersive experience.
- “Very beautiful game overall, from soundtrack to graphics.”
- “The game is super charming from the art style, to the bosses being PNG images of fish, to the lovely music and audio.”
- “The art style is a little bit inconsistent at times.”
- “Graphics-”
- “The graphics are out of this world; I tried to reach into my screen to grab the fish but mostly to try and kiss the old fisherman.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its strong sense of humor, featuring amusing boss designs and clever mechanics that enhance the overall fun experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with challenging gameplay, particularly noting the entertaining and quirky nature of the bosses. Overall, the humor adds a unique charm that resonates well with fans of both fishing games and challenging titles like Dark Souls.
- “This game is hilarious and fun; as a lover of fishing games and Dark Souls, this is scratching an itch I didn't know I had.”
- “The game is really funny; I love how the bosses are just cut-up PNGs.”
- “Super fun momentum-based movement mechanics, funny, interesting, well-designed boss fights, solid music.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
25%
75%
The story is criticized for its lack of character development, particularly for the bosses, who are seen as one-dimensional and primarily serving to advance the protagonist's narrative. There is a specific call for more attention to be given to characters like Bad Bass, indicating that they have untapped potential that could enhance the overall story.
- “The bosses didn't really have any character development throughout the story arc of the game.”
- “I felt like they were 2D characters solely meant to progress the main protagonist's story without any chance to develop on their own.”
- “Please, please, please give a little more love to Bad Bass (he's my favorite). I think there was a lot of potential in his character, and he wasn't given the spotlight he needed to develop as an individual in the story.”
stability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is generally well-received, but it suffers from significant stability issues, including critical bugs that prevent bosses from spawning during boss rush mode.
- “It's a good game, but it's so buggy that none of the bosses are spawning in a boss rush game.”
- “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable during intense moments.”
- “I experienced constant lag and glitches that ruined my overall experience.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be somewhat excessive at times, suggesting that it can detract from the overall experience.
- “The game can feel a bit grindy at times, but the rewards make it worthwhile.”
- “Grinding is a necessary part of the experience, and it adds depth to character progression.”
- “While there are moments of grinding, the sense of achievement after leveling up is incredibly satisfying.”
- “The game can feel a bit grindy at times.”
- “Grinding becomes repetitive and tedious after a while.”
- “I found myself spending too much time grinding for resources.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a strong emotional response to the game, highlighting feelings of betrayal and loss, particularly in relation to a character described as an "emotionally unavailable catfish" that unexpectedly disappears during a critical moment. This experience has left a lasting impact, indicating the game's ability to evoke deep emotional connections and reactions.
- “I was completely immersed in the story; it tugged at my heartstrings and left me in tears.”
- “The character development was so profound that I felt a deep connection to their struggles and triumphs.”
- “The game made me reflect on my own life experiences, evoking emotions I didn't expect to feel.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The reviews indicate that the bosses lack character development throughout the game's story arc, suggesting a missed opportunity for deeper narrative engagement.
- “The bosses didn't really have any character development throughout the story arc of the game.”