Fantasy Fishing Town

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Fantasy Fishing Town is a single player casual simulation game. It was developed by RainbowStudio and was released on May 9, 2022. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

In "Fantasy Fishing Town," embark on a journey to catch various fish and complete quests to find legendary fish, with real-time fishing system and various fishing tools. Experience pixel graphics and side-scrolling fishing in different fishing grounds with 25 kinds of fish, and complete various quests and fish delivery requests for more rewards.

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Single-Player

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69%

Audience ScoreBased on 29 reviews

humor5 positive mentions

music2 negative mentions

Fantasy Fishing Town offers a charming and relaxing experience with its colorful pixel-art presentation and simple fishing mechanics, making it accessible for players of all skill levels.
The game features a satisfying gameplay loop with a variety of quests that provide direction and encourage exploration, along with a mild strategic layer in optimizing fishing gear.
Players appreciate the game's low system requirements, smooth animations, and soothing soundtrack, which contribute to a comfortable and enjoyable gaming experience.

The simplicity of the game can lead to repetitive gameplay and a lack of depth, with many players feeling that the mechanics and environments become monotonous after a few hours.
Some players have reported frustrating bugs, such as missing fish and issues with quest progression, which can hinder the overall experience.
The tutorial and explanations of game mechanics are often criticized for being inadequate, leaving new players confused and reliant on trial and error to understand the fishing system.

story
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
12%
76%
12%
The story in this indie adventure game is minimal and primarily serves as a framework for simple fishing and delivery quests, which provide a sense of direction but lack depth. While some players appreciate the light humor and quest variety, others criticize the poor explanations and mechanical interactions with NPCs that feel more like checkpoints than meaningful storytelling. Overall, the narrative is straightforward and often falls flat, with some elements perceived as gratuitous rather than humorous.
- “The story and dialog are funny and not at all what I assumed it would have been going into it.”
- “The game offers a simple story to guide you through the game, with side quests and delivery competitions to complete, as well as a variety of rods, lures, hooks, bait, diving gear, and cosmetics to buy for the money you make from fishing.”
- “The story is kind of simple, but the comedy is there and it works.”
- “NPCs are lightly characterized, and interactions with the town feel more like mechanical checkpoints than meaningful storytelling moments.”
- “The explanations in this game are so poor I had to go to the forum to discover that to turn in the 'paper' quests you get from the quest board in the village, you have to do it in your little fishing menu.”
- “I can go on about how the fishing and delivery quests are annoying, the best way to make money is the little diving quests the villagers give you instead of actually fishing, how the meager story offered tries to be funny but falls flat.”
gameplay
21 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
14%
72%
14%
The gameplay in "Fantasy Fishing Town" offers a relaxing and straightforward fishing experience, combining simple mechanics with a light quest structure and charming pixel art. While the core loop is satisfying and the variety of environments adds visual interest, players may find the mechanics under-explained and repetitive over time, with quests often relying on predictable fetch patterns. Despite its limitations, the game appeals to those seeking a casual, low-pressure adventure, though it may disappoint players looking for depth or complexity in a fishing simulator.
- “Fantasy Fishing Town is a gentle, low-pressure indie adventure that mixes simple fishing mechanics with a light quest structure and colorful pixel-art presentation.”
- “The core gameplay revolves around catching fish to fulfill quests which either unlock new areas or provide you with money to allow you to upgrade equipment.”
- “The gameplay loop is very satisfying and the mechanics are spot on.”
- “After several hours, many players may notice the repetition in mechanics and environments.”
- “The quests, while helpful for pacing, often rely on predictable fetch patterns, providing little narrative or mechanical escalation.”
- “Tl;dr game does not explain its 'unique' mechanics to you and leaves new players floundering in trial and error in frustration.”
humor
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is a mixed bag; while some players appreciate the quirky dialogue and unexpected funny moments, such as the "wish fish" catch, others find the attempts at humor, particularly in the story and character design, to be lacking or even inappropriate. The humor often feels inconsistent, with some elements falling flat or coming off as gratuitous rather than genuinely funny. Overall, the game's comedic aspects may appeal to some, but they leave others feeling disappointed.
- “The story and dialog are funny and not at all what I assumed it would have been going into it lol.”
- “There are also a few funny moments, like the 'end' when you catch the wish fish.”
- “There's not really much plot, but what there is has a bit of humor to it.”
graphics
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics feature a bright and clean pixel-art style that effectively creates distinct atmospheres for each region, complemented by polished gameplay. Users appreciate the attention to detail, noting that the stylized visuals enhance the relaxing and enjoyable experience of the game.
- “The pixel-art style is bright, clean, and expressive, giving each region a distinct atmosphere despite its modest scope.”
- “A simple fishing game with polished gameplay and nice stylized graphics, relaxing and fun to play in the evening after work.”
- “I like the graphical style; there are a lot of small details.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The music in the game features soft, unobtrusive melodies that enhance the laid-back atmosphere, complementing the repetitive actions of fishing without becoming annoying. While some find it somewhat repetitive, it serves well as background music, creating a soothing ambiance rather than demanding active listening.
- “The music is okay; it's quite repetitive but not in an annoying way at all.”
- “The soundtrack supports the laid-back feel with soft, unobtrusive melodies that let the repetitive actions of fishing settle into a soothing rhythm.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's optimization is commendable, featuring low system requirements and stable performance, which allows for a smooth and enjoyable experience even on older hardware.
- “Combined with the game’s low system requirements and stable performance, Fantasy Fishing Town becomes a comfortable experience even on older machines.”
- “The optimization in this game is impressive, allowing for smooth gameplay without sacrificing visual quality.”
- “I appreciate how the developers have fine-tuned the game to run efficiently, making it accessible to a wider audience.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Reviews on the aspect of "grinding" are mixed; some players find the initial grind frustrating and unappealing, while others appreciate that the game ultimately feels rewarding and is not overly grindy. Overall, the experience varies significantly depending on individual tolerance for grinding.
- “I do not recommend this game to anyone except maybe masochists and those willing to spend the first two hours of a game grinding their teeth.”
atmosphere
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's pixel-art style is noted for being bright, clean, and expressive, effectively creating a unique atmosphere for each region, even within its limited scope.
- “The pixel-art style is bright, clean, and expressive, giving each region a distinct atmosphere despite its modest scope.”
character development
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Character development is highlighted by smooth animations that enhance gameplay, particularly during casting and reeling, while the simple character designs evoke a nostalgic retro charm.
- “The animations are smooth, especially during casting and reeling, and the simple character designs have a pleasant retro charm.”