Fishing Life
Get on Play Store"Fishing Life" is a Simulation game that offers a peaceful fishing experience with beautiful graphics and splendid music, winning Google Best of Casual 2019. The gameplay is intriguing, but it can be very grinding with lots of bugs and too much advertisement, which may hinder the enjoyment for some players. Overall, it provides a beautiful and calming fishing atmosphere, but players should be prepared for some drawbacks.
Phone
Android
Mobile Platform
Tablet
Reviews
- Beautiful graphics and relaxing music create a calming atmosphere.
- The gameplay is simple and enjoyable, making it easy to pick up and play.
- Variety of fish and upgrades keep the game interesting.
- Excessive ads interrupt gameplay, making it frustrating to progress.
- Small fish can eat higher level bait, which feels unfair and annoying.
- Progression can be slow and tedious, leading to a repetitive experience.
- monetization2,839 mentions
- 4 % positive mentions
- 1 % neutral mentions
- 95 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game has received overwhelmingly negative feedback from users, primarily due to the excessive number of ads that interrupt gameplay. Players report being forced to watch ads for nearly every action, including feeding fish and opening chests, which detracts from the overall experience and enjoyment of the game. While some users appreciate the option to pay for an ad-free experience, many find the cost too high and feel that the game is designed more as an ad platform than a genuine gaming experience.
“The game is amazing; it's a lot of fun. I decided to pay for no ads because it's a beautiful game and I'd love to see more of it.”
“I went with the no ads purchase and found it nice to not be interrupted by war game ads (which I also do play).”
“Genuinely hands down the best mobile game I've ever played, the art and the variety of fish to catch is absolutely amazing. I've never felt more attached to a game in my life; there are no ads either, which makes the game 10x better.”
“This game is amazing, but I don't like it when you have to watch ads to feed the fish in the aquarium. Why can't I just use the coins to feed him instead? I have to watch a 10-second ad to feed the fish fully.”
“The monetization model completely ruins the pacing and atmosphere of this game.”
“You will have to grind through a lot of ads to buy upgrades.”
- graphics644 mentions
- 77 % positive mentions
- 22 % neutral mentions
- 1 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are widely praised for their beauty and calming aesthetic, often compared to other visually appealing titles like Alto's Adventure. Players appreciate the smooth animations and relaxing art style, which contribute to an immersive and peaceful gaming experience. However, many reviews also mention that the frequent ads detract from the overall enjoyment, overshadowing the otherwise stunning visuals.
“I study graphic design and this is one of the prettiest games I've seen out there!”
“The graphics are beautiful and simple, which really drives home the feeling of relaxation and determination even while the game can be a bit frustrating.”
“The visuals are absolutely stunning, which is what prompted me to install this game to begin with.”
“The graphics are very simple and there's really not much to the game.”
“This game used to be great, but now it just stutters a lot and I can't even play it without the frustration of stuttering graphics.”
“The hardware performance is poor, it lags and crashes and freezes, graphics look ripped off from Alto Adventure.”
- music546 mentions
- 57 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 2 % negative mentions
The music in the game is widely praised for its calming and soothing qualities, enhancing the overall relaxing atmosphere of the gameplay. Many players appreciate the beautiful soundtrack, although some note that it can become repetitive over time. While the visuals and music create a serene experience, interruptions from ads can detract from the immersion. Overall, the music is considered one of the standout features, contributing significantly to the game's appeal as a stress-relief tool.
“The music calms my mind, there's no end to the fishes, the events sort of amplify the music's effect on me personally.”
“The soothing visual design, smooth animation, and different background music switching between maps make the fishing process perfect.”
“This game is the best; the reason I rate it 5 stars is because the music is relaxing and everything is relaxing. Keep up the good work!”
“The music is repetitive and you can't tune it down.”
“Enjoyed the game very much, so relaxing to just play in your free time, not complicated or stressful, my only complaint would be the music is too short and it just repeats which can get on your nerves, so longer music or maybe more music in general would be a great addition.”
“Promising game and relaxing music indeed but ads take the relaxation out and stress players instead.”
- gameplay468 mentions
- 38 % positive mentions
- 49 % neutral mentions
- 13 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game is characterized by a mix of simplicity and frustration, with many players noting that while the graphics and music are appealing, the mechanics often feel repetitive and overly reliant on ads. Users express dissatisfaction with the bait system, which can lead to frustrating experiences, and highlight that the game frequently interrupts play with ads, detracting from the overall relaxing experience it aims to provide. Despite its potential for a calming gameplay loop, the intrusive ad mechanics and lack of depth in gameplay mechanics have led to a generally negative reception.
“The mood, setting, music, and gameplay are relaxing and beautiful.”
“Gameplay works and feels clean, providing a very smooth experience.”
“The music, graphics, and gameplay are phenomenal.”
“The gameplay is extremely frustrating and sets you up for failure.”
“The gameplay is shallow and you quickly realize it's all designed to be as annoying as possible to get you to watch ads and spend money.”
“The game was boring and the gaming mechanics made the game frustrating to play.”
- story122 mentions
- 47 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 3 % negative mentions
The game's story is minimal, primarily consisting of a brief introductory narrative that sets a relaxing tone but lacks depth and progression throughout gameplay. While players appreciate the calming atmosphere, beautiful graphics, and music, many express a desire for more substantial story elements and missions to enhance the overall experience. Frequent ads detract from the enjoyment, making it difficult to fully engage with the story and gameplay.
“I love the music, story, gameplay, and how smooth the gameplay is on my slow phone. I'm so surprised why no really popular YouTuber has played this awesome game yet!”
“The visuals and music are amazing, and the small story at the beginning warms my heart.”
“This game is amazing; it will chill your mind and has an excellent story, excellent graphics, excellent aesthetic music, and is super fun to play.”
“The promise of a relaxing experience by the tiny backstory at the beginning is ruined by the distracting ads, which are too frequent and long.”
“Oh, and there's a very specific, basic, vague story that goes nowhere.”
“Also, it seems that a storyline was started in the beginning, but after that, it's just a game.”
- grinding72 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The reviews highlight that the game features significant grinding, often leading to a tedious and repetitive experience for players. While some appreciate the combination of grinding and idle mechanics, many find the slow progression, frequent ads, and reliance on in-app purchases to be frustrating, detracting from the overall enjoyment. Despite its appealing visuals and calming premise, the gameplay quickly becomes monotonous and can feel like a chore.
“Now the problem is this, after that the game can get very tedious without using the power-ups.”
“Great visuals but gameplay is repetitive and gets tedious after the first 20 minutes.”
“Unfortunately this game is extremely grindy and is plagued with ads and in-app purchases that it's barely enjoyable.”
- atmosphere44 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 36 % neutral mentions
- 14 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for its beautiful visuals, calming music, and serene environments, creating a relaxing experience for players. However, many reviews highlight that intrusive ads and constant upgrade prompts significantly detract from this peaceful ambiance, leading to frustration and stress. Overall, while the game has the potential for a tranquil atmosphere, the monetization model undermines the intended experience.
“The first thing I noticed was the pleasantly simple artwork, and paired with the melody it does create a peaceful atmosphere.”
“Beautiful graphics, calm sound, and a peaceful atmosphere.”
“The atmosphere is really serene, a nice and quiet way to enjoy your time.”
“The monetization model completely ruins the pacing and atmosphere of this game.”
“But the fact of the matter is, you're gonna be leaving the game with even more stress than you started with because of the sheer amount of annoying, infuriating ads that kill the atmosphere and are just constantly present.”
“It does have the makings to be a very relaxing game with the music and atmosphere but the actual gameplay is made annoying by the almost constant upgrade push.”
- stability36 mentions
- 6 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 94 % negative mentions
The stability of the game is a significant concern among users, with many reporting frequent glitches, freezes, and crashes, particularly during ad playback. While some players find the game enjoyable despite these issues, the recurring technical problems have led to frustration and loss of progress, prompting calls for urgent fixes from the developers. Overall, the game's potential is overshadowed by its instability, affecting the overall user experience.
“No glitches whatsoever.”
“Not buggy or glitchy, but too many chests.”
“Any time an ad pops up it just freezes; sometimes it says the ad can't be loaded, and then the game becomes glitchy and lags considerably.”
“This game seems like it would be fun, but it freezes every few minutes where I can't do anything and have to force close it and reopen it.”
“The hardware performance is poor; it lags, crashes, and freezes. Graphics look ripped off from Alto Adventure. The only thing I liked in this game is the story. Optimize your game, developers.”
- humor26 mentions
- 92 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 8 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players finding it entertaining and often hilarious, particularly in the context of fish interactions and quirky glitches. However, some users note that the humor can be overshadowed by frequent ads and gameplay issues, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience. Suggestions for enhancing the humor include adding more characters and features, such as talking bird pets, to further enrich the comedic elements.
“This game is super funny and awesome.”
“Aside from that, I really like it, and it has a good sense of humor.”
“This game is very funny and entertaining.”
“Very boring, too much reading, not funny.”
“This is not funny, please fix this ASAP.”
- emotional17 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Players consistently describe the game as a heartwarming and emotional experience, highlighting its calming effects, beautiful graphics, and soothing music. Many find it to be a perfect escape for stress relief, with some even noting that it evokes strong feelings, making it a truly wholesome and rewarding game. However, the presence of ads has been a point of frustration for some users, slightly detracting from the overall emotional experience.
“This is probably the best game there is right now in the play store... it's fun and challenging at times but what really strikes you is the overall mood, music, and just the peacefulness and the zen that really could make a grown man cry. It's the music and sounds and overall looks and functions of this game that really sells it... continue what you're doing please and don't stop because this is a stunningly emotional and perfect masterpiece.”
“This game is lovely, a very wholesome experience, and the music is very soothing. The game doesn't hassle you for microtransactions, and my birthday came around recently and I got some Beats headphones, and the game sounds so lovely. It's a fun game, and I highly recommend it to anyone who's struggling with mental health or stress.”
“This game is so heartwarming, I love this game.”
- optimization13 mentions
- 62 % positive mentions
- 15 % neutral mentions
- 23 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is a mixed bag; while some players report smooth performance and impressive graphics, others experience significant lag, stuttering, and crashes, particularly after recent updates. The excessive on-screen buttons and lack of content also detract from the experience, leading to frustration for some users. Despite these issues, many appreciate the game's calming nature and easy-to-master controls.
“I love this game and it runs smoothly on older phones, which is surprising due to its beautiful graphics. The controls are very easy to master, and it is a calming game. The work that the creators put in definitely shows with this absolute masterpiece.”
“Very good experience while playing this game; awesome graphics and performance.”
“Amazing graphics and performance; runs smoothly and is peaceful.”
“The overall flow of the game needs optimization.”
“Although there are minor issues, the recent updates have weakened optimization.”
“This game used to be great, but now it just stutters a lot, and I can't even play it without the frustration of stuttering graphics.”
- replayability4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's replayability is considered low, with users noting that while it can be enjoyable in short bursts, it lacks incentives for repeated play. Many recommend daily engagement for upgrades, but the presence of ads detracts from the experience.
“Replayability is lacking.”
“Pretty much recommended that you start it up every day for a week, just to get a permanent upgrade that makes the game a bit more playable.”
- character development1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
Reviewers praise the game for its strong character development, highlighting it as a notable aspect alongside its impressive graphics.
“This game has great graphics and character development.”
“The character development is incredibly deep and engaging.”
“I love how the characters evolve throughout the story, making each decision feel impactful.”
