Fish Tycoon

About

Fish Tycoon is a single player casual strategy game. It was developed by Last Day of Work and was released on May 12, 2008. It received positive reviews from players.

Fish Tycoon is a virtual fish breeding game. The object is to breed and cross breed fish until you find the 7 Magic Fish and solve the genetic puzzle. You will have to buy supplies like meds, eggs and special plants and then sell some of your fish in your virtual pet store. If you have enough money you can buy new supplies and customize your virtual aquarium.

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Single-Player

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Audience ScoreBased on 158 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game is easy to learn and provides a relaxing experience, making it accessible for anyone.
It offers a nostalgic trip for many players, with enjoyable gameplay that can be a great time-waster.
There is a wide variety of fish to breed, and the game allows for creative strategies in managing your aquarium.

The game can be tedious and time-consuming, requiring regular attention to prevent fish from dying.
There are technical issues, such as lag and freezing, which can make the game unplayable for some users.
The lack of cloud saving and achievements on the Steam version diminishes its value compared to the free version available on the developer's website.

gameplay
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The gameplay is described as unique, relaxing, and enjoyable, focusing on casual engagement rather than active play. Players appreciate the process of upgrading and breeding rare fish, which provides a sense of endless fun and discovery, making it ideal for occasional check-ins.
- “Hour upon hour with what seems to be endless gameplay of pure fun.”
- “A really unique, relaxing, and fun game. I can easily recommend it, as a lot of the fun comes from seeing what new fish you'll breed.”
replayability
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The game offers significant replayability, with many users highlighting its strong potential for multiple playthroughs.
- “Replay value: there is a lot of replay value here.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game suffers from significant stability issues, with users reporting frequent lag and freezing that render it unplayable.
- “The game is so laggy and freezes so much that it is unplayable.”
grinding
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be tedious and time-consuming, yet it possesses an addictive quality that keeps them returning for more.
- “Tedious and time-consuming, but I always find myself drawn back to playing.”
- “Tedious and time-consuming, but I always find myself drawn back to playing.”
graphics
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The graphics are described as age-defying and eye-popping, creating a visually stunning experience that sets the game apart from typical offerings.
- “Not only this, the age-defying, eye-popping graphics don't for one second make you think this is a normal game.”
- “The age-defying, eye-popping graphics don't for one second make you think this is a normal game.”
- “The graphics are underwhelming and feel outdated compared to other titles in the genre.”
- “The visual design lacks detail and fails to create an immersive experience.”