Fish Out of Water!

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Fish Out of Water! is a single player action game with a comedy theme. It was developed by Halfbrick Studios and was released on April 18, 2013. It received positive reviews from players.

"Fish Out of Water!" is an ad-free adventure game where you launch fish with unique abilities over the ocean, aiming for distance and bouncing on waves. Overcome challenges in various weather conditions, earn crystals for costumes and charms, and climb online leaderboards. The game offers captivating storybook elements and secret leaderboards for top performers.

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85%

Audience ScoreBased on 4,336 reviews

graphics75 positive mentions

monetization111 negative mentions

The game is incredibly charming and visually appealing, with great graphics and adorable characters.
The gameplay is simple and relaxing, making it enjoyable for players of all ages.
The nostalgic factor is strong, as many players fondly remember enjoying this game in their childhood.

The game is now locked behind a paywall, requiring a subscription after a limited amount of free play, which frustrates many long-time fans.
There are numerous complaints about the game crashing or lagging, especially on certain devices, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many players feel that the subscription model is greedy and ruins the charm of a game that was once free to play.

monetization
122 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
5%
4%
91%
The monetization strategy of the game has drawn significant criticism from users, who express frustration over the shift from a free model to a subscription-based system. Many players prefer the option of ads or a one-time purchase to remove ads, rather than being forced into a subscription, which they view as a cash grab. Overall, the sentiment reflects disappointment in the game's direction, with calls for more transparent and player-friendly monetization options.
- “Most in-app purchases are not required to complete the game.”
- “Its good I love the fish and the different ones, thank you so much for no ads.”
- “Would give 5 stars but my game wants to charge me to play and it said no in-app purchases.”
- “I'm very disappointed in the direction this company went, as it's obvious that it's just a cash grab for them; it has nothing to do with the enjoyment of their players.”
- “I can respect if your game is free and has ads because the money has to come from somewhere, but forcing a paid subscription on me without at least giving me the option to just play it with ads is infuriating.”
- “Garbage company ruining what used to be my favorite game by making it part of a subscription service instead of running ads like any other competent business.”
graphics
118 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
64%
31%
5%
The graphics of the game receive mixed feedback from users, with many praising the colorful and cute design, as well as the overall artistic style. However, numerous players report significant graphical glitches and performance issues, particularly on older devices, which detracts from the experience. While some users express satisfaction with the graphics, others highlight the need for optimization and bug fixes to enhance gameplay.
- “Updated graphics and zero ads, Halfbrick Studios is amazing! I love you guys!”
- “Great graphics, lovable characters, and addicting gameplay!”
- “The graphics are amazing and the gameplay is so good it's indescribable!”
- “The graphics are bugging out a lot, and since I really love this game, it's sad that I never actually know my score because the graphics and font are all janky.”
- “The graphics are very glitched after throws, and you're unable to connect to your Halfbrick account.”
- “The graphics become very bad the farther you go; you have to fix it.”
story
39 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
21%
69%
10%
The game's story is generally well-received, featuring beautiful design, funny characters, and intriguing missions that keep players engaged. However, many users express a desire for a clearer plot and more content, such as additional storybook pages and character options, as the gameplay can become repetitive and some missions are deemed overly difficult. Overall, while the story has potential, players are looking for enhancements to maintain their interest.
- “It has a great story so far and I can't wait for the last page of the book.”
- “I really like this game but maybe you can add more characters and a longer book story.”
- “This app is so cool and please install it because I love the story and the graphics.”
- “While this game is fun, there isn't a clear plot and it can get boring after a while.”
- “I really enjoy playing, although the gameplay can feel repetitive at times and the quests are boring.”
- “I'm on level 18 and there's no story anymore.”
stability
32 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
9%
91%
The stability of the game has received mixed reviews, with many users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and graphical glitches that significantly impact gameplay. While some players have experienced a smooth experience, a substantial number have noted issues such as freezing, lag, and unexpected shutdowns, particularly on certain devices. Overall, the game's stability appears to be a major concern for a significant portion of the player base.
- “There are no glitches on my Samsung Galaxy Tab 3.”
- “I love this game; there are no glitches or problems with the game.”
- “I have been playing this for a while now with no glitches.”
- “Loved this game for many years and recently found it again and reinstalled it, but now it's quite buggy and crashes a lot.”
- “While it's fun, I've been having a very buggy and unstable experience with the game.”
- “It takes forever to load and glitches constantly, and when it does glitch badly, if I try to exit, it bricks my phone for a good 30 seconds, which for a smartphone user is a long time. At this point, the lag and glitching ruin the game so much for me that I don't want to play anymore.”
gameplay
27 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
37%
52%
11%
The gameplay is generally praised for its addictive and fun nature, with many players enjoying its simplicity and engaging mechanics. However, it faces criticism for being limited in duration, repetitive challenges, and technical glitches that detract from the experience. While the graphics are often highlighted as impressive, some users report issues with synchronization and performance, particularly on certain devices.
- “The gameplay is phenomenal.”
- “Gives you a fun, easy, sensational, and addictive gameplay that reels you in for more and more.”
- “The goals are attainable, and the upgrades actually make a difference in the gameplay, which is almost unheard of nowadays.”
- “Only allowing 1 hour of gameplay.”
- “But all progress is wiped gameplay-wise.”
- “Challenges are repetitive and gameplay is limited.”
humor
26 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players highlighting its funny characters, witty texts, and amusing missions. Many reviews mention the game's quirky concepts, such as crabs as judges and humorous names, which contribute to its charm and entertainment value. Overall, the game is described as both funny and enjoyable, making it a hit among players looking for lighthearted fun.
- “Beautiful design, funny characters, interesting missions, witty texts, and amazing weather changes.”
- “There are crabs for judges and there are funny names and descriptions which show why they have given you the score.”
- “It's a very funny game, I loved it!!”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game is widely praised for its upbeat and enjoyable quality, contributing to an overall positive experience. Players appreciate how it complements the graphics and enhances the fun atmosphere of the game.
- “The music is so happy and good!!!”
- “The graphics and music are awesome.”
- “I made a song about it.”
optimization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
67%
The game's optimization is a mixed bag; while it runs smoothly on some devices and boasts beautiful graphics, users report significant issues on the Galaxy S6, including graphic imperfections and performance drops that can lead to lost progress. Additionally, there are concerns about trophy tracking not functioning correctly, detracting from the overall experience.
- “The game is beautiful and runs smoothly, providing an enjoyable experience overall.”
- “The game needs to be optimized for the Galaxy S6, as there are many graphic imperfections that detract from the experience.”
- “Occasionally, the game experiences performance issues that can lead to losing progress.”
- “The game needs to be optimized for the Galaxy S6. During gameplay, there are a lot of graphic imperfections that make the experience really bad. Please fix this.”
- “It sometimes crashes in the middle of performances, forcing me to lose my progress.”
replayability
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is criticized for its extremely limited replayability, with many players finding it repetitive and lacking in engaging content to encourage multiple playthroughs.
- “Extremely limited and repetitive... little replay value.”
- “Once you've completed the game, there's no real incentive to play again.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
grinding
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game can become tedious, especially after extended play sessions.
- “But it gets tedious after a day of playing it non-stop.”
- “The grinding feels endless and often discouraging.”
- “I find myself doing the same tasks over and over, which makes the game feel repetitive.”
emotional
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express frustration with the emotional impact of the remaster, citing issues like inability to skip animations and technical difficulties that detract from the experience. The loss of progress has also led to disappointment, overshadowing the game's initial appeal.