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Fishbrain - Fishing App is a single player sport game. It received mostly positive reviews from players.

Discover fishing spots, log catches, and check weather forecasts.

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Sport

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Single-Player

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72%

Audience ScoreBased on 10,000 reviews

humor7 positive mentions

monetization80 negative mentions

Great app for finding new fishing spots and connecting with other anglers.
Provides useful information on catches, including species and bait used.
User-friendly interface that allows for easy logging of catches.

Many features are locked behind a paywall, making the free version nearly useless.
Frequent bugs and crashes, especially after updates, leading to frustration.
Inaccurate location tagging, often leading users to private property or incorrect spots.

monetization
94 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
9%
85%
The monetization strategy of the app has drawn significant criticism from users, who feel overwhelmed by the number of ads and the high cost of subscriptions, often labeling it a "cash grab." Many users express a preference for a free version supported by ads rather than a paid subscription model, especially since essential features are locked behind a paywall. Overall, the consensus is that the app's monetization approach detracts from its usability and value.
- “And the best part is there are no ads.”
- “Very fun to scroll through and see the types of fish people caught and there are no ads.”
- “Amazing app, no ads.”
- “Seems like a giant cash grab by the owners.”
- “$19.99 for three months is kind of steep especially when you're also serving ads.”
- “This app is a cash grab that locks all meaningful information behind a paywall.”
stability
71 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The stability of the app is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent bugs, crashes, and slow performance that significantly hinder usability. Many express frustration over issues like freezing, glitches when navigating, and problems with logging in and out, leading to a generally clunky experience. While the app has potential, its current state is deemed too unstable and frustrating for regular use.
- “The app is slow, buggy, and very cluttered, and updates will sometimes break the login.”
- “It's way too buggy, and the premium features are ridiculously expensive.”
- “The app freezes, fails to load photos, and the back button often takes you to the home screen instead of back.”
humor
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the app is noted by some users, particularly in its self-awareness about its flaws, such as fishing in a puddle. However, others find the humor lacking, criticizing the app for outdated information and excessive promotion of products, which detracts from the overall experience. Overall, while there are moments of humor, many users feel it falls short in delivering a consistently funny experience.
- “Glad the devs have a sense of humor about a poorly functioning app at least.”
- “This app made me fish in a puddle in the middle of the road, which is also funny.”
- “Funny”
optimization
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
Users report mixed experiences with the app's optimization, noting that while it has some appealing features, it can significantly degrade performance on high-end devices. Some users experienced severe slowdowns, prompting them to uninstall the app to restore their phone's functionality, suggesting a need for better optimization, especially for newer Android versions. Overall, while the app runs smoothly for some, there are concerns about its impact on device performance.
- “Overall performance is adequate, and the app does boast some nice features (bite time, catch records, etc).”
- “App runs smoothly.”
- “You would think an app with this many downloads would be optimized for the newest versions of Android.”
- “However, just like all companies, greed has slowly made the app slip by restricting useful resources, and with how much they make, they definitely need to put more into the overall performance of the app.”
- “Installed it on my Note 9 last night, and my high-end phone's performance went straight to hell.”
- “You would think an app with this many downloads would be optimized for the newest versions of Android...”
graphics
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
34%
33%
Users generally appreciate the graphics of the app, noting that the topographical maps are visually appealing and useful for fishing. However, there are complaints about performance issues, including lag and black screens, which detract from the overall experience. Additionally, concerns about unsolicited content and spam have been raised, impacting user satisfaction.
- “The graphics are good, but sometimes it kind of lags; that's just my phone anyway. The app is really good.”
- “Repeated restarts and reinstalls seemed to start working until I tried to look at depth contours.”
- “Where is the point? I can't even get it to start working, so something has happened. Try again.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
17%
33%
50%
The reviews reflect a mixed sentiment regarding the app's story feature, with some users appreciating the ability to share photos and stories, while others express frustration over technical issues and a perceived lack of value. Overall, the narrative aspect seems to be a highlight for some, but dissatisfaction with functionality and authenticity detracts from the experience for others.
- “Top app, keep the photos coming and stories.”
- “Short story: stay away from this app; it's a rip-off.”
- “What a joke! Don't be fooled by this fish story.”
- “Must have for fishermen... end of story.”
atmosphere
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The atmosphere is characterized by a vibrant and positive social environment, particularly noted for its enjoyable fishing experiences. Users express a strong appreciation for the overall ambiance, highlighting the friendly vibes that enhance the experience.
- “Great social fishing atmosphere with very positive vibes!”
- “Love the atmosphere.”
emotional
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The emotional aspect of the Samsung Galaxy S21's user experience is negatively impacted by frustrations related to app instability, specifically the automatic restart issue when interacting with the "log catch" feature, leading to user dissatisfaction.
gameplay
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players appreciate the immersive gameplay that allows them to see real-time fishing activity, enhancing the overall experience with a sense of realism and community.
- “The gameplay is incredibly immersive, allowing you to see actual people fishing in real-time.”
- “The mechanics are smooth and intuitive, making it easy to get lost in the experience.”
- “I love how the environment reacts dynamically to your actions, enhancing the overall gameplay.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
Players find the grinding aspect of the game tedious, particularly due to cumbersome search criteria that make the process feel more laborious than enjoyable.
- “The grinding in this game feels like an endless chore, with repetitive tasks that offer little reward.”
- “I find the grinding aspect to be incredibly tedious, making the game feel more like a job than a fun experience.”
- “The search criteria for grinding are frustratingly convoluted, leading to a lot of wasted time and effort.”

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48h Median play time

48h Average play time

48-48h Spent by most gamers

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Fishbrain - Fishing App is a sport game.

Fishbrain - Fishing App is available on Phone, Tablet, Android and Mobile Platform.

On average players spend around 48 hours playing Fishbrain - Fishing App.

Fishbrain - Fishing App was developed by Fishbrain.

Fishbrain - Fishing App has received mostly positive reviews from players. Most players liked this game for its humor but disliked it for its monetization.

Fishbrain - Fishing App is a single player game.

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