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Fishing Paradiso is a single player open world role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes. It was developed by Odencat and was released on June 1, 2022. It received positive reviews from players.

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88%Audience ScoreBased on 1,140 reviews
story403 positive mentions
monetization210 negative mentions

  • Engaging and heartwarming storyline with well-developed characters that add depth to the fishing gameplay
  • Relaxing and simple fishing mechanics paired with charming pixel art and soothing music
  • Fair monetization with minimal intrusive ads, offering options for ad removal and infinite bait purchases
  • Excessive and sometimes forced ads disrupt the gameplay experience for some players
  • The fishing bait system requires waiting or watching ads, which can be frustrating and hinder continuous play
  • Long unskippable dialogue and cutscenes slow gameplay progression and may feel tedious to some players
  • story

    749 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    54% positive mentions, 44% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    The story of this fishing RPG is widely praised for being charming, heartwarming, and unexpectedly deep, offering an engaging narrative with well-developed, unique characters set in a soothing, pixel-art heaven. Players appreciate the balance between relaxing gameplay and a meaningful plot that explores themes of friendship, loss, and personal growth, often linked to the developer’s other games for richer context. While some find the story slow-paced or occasionally confusing due to translation, the overall consensus is that its wholesome, immersive storyline is a standout feature that keeps players invested beyond the fishing mechanics.

    • “The story is amazing and cute alongside the cute visuals and how fun the game is. The pixel art is adorable and the overall plot is interesting and fascinating!”
    • “Absolutely recommended for everyone who is looking for something a bit different, with some amazing story and characters you can't not fall in love with.”
    • “The story is amazing, the pixel art is great, and the sound design is really good.”
    • “The story of the last side character is plain and unclear.”
    • “Annoying, boring story with cheesy generic dialogue and characters that never shut up.”
    • “The story, however, is what turned me off a bit from the game... very odd, not really enjoyable.”
  • monetization

    245 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    11% positive mentions, 3% neutral mentions, 86% negative mentions

    Monetization in the game is generally seen as balanced and non-intrusive by many, with ads mostly optional and providing in-game benefits like bait refills and coin boosts. However, a significant number of players find forced ads excessive and disruptive, especially when they interrupt gameplay or cause bugs, leading some to view the monetization as aggressive or greedy. The option to remove ads and buy unlimited bait at a reasonable price is appreciated, though some note that even after purchase, certain ads or prompts persist, which detracts from the overall experience.

    • “I highly recommend paying the $7 or whatever it is for no ads and unlimited bait, because the amount of content is 100% worth it.”
    • “This game is free but you should absolutely consider paying the £6 or whatever total to get infinite bait, no ads, and permanent double coins at the very least, because this game is so lovely, fun and relaxing, and the ads themselves aren't intrusive or annoying anyway, and this is a game clearly made with love and care.”
    • “The prices (for infinite bait, no ads, etc.) are extremely fair and maybe even a bit too cheap.”
    • “Heck, I loved it so much I even bought the ad removal (only purchase available at the time). Now the game strong arms you into either watching ads or pay up.”
    • “This is a great forced-ad fest with a little bit of game sprinkled on top of it every now and then. Why even have the rewards system if I'm just gonna get hit with 5 ads back to back without even letting me go back to the game? Did I just download an ad instead of a game?”
    • “Ad banners and full forced ads between fishes and areas just made this game unplayable for me.”
  • gameplay

    214 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    51% positive mentions, 46% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions

    The gameplay is widely praised for its simple, relaxing, and accessible fishing mechanics that remain engaging through upgrades and progression. While some find it repetitive or lacking depth and skill-based challenge, many appreciate its balance with a heartfelt, immersive story and charming characters, making it an enjoyable casual experience suitable for time-killing and relaxation. Ads and occasional monotony are noted drawbacks, but overall the gameplay is considered fun, soothing, and well-integrated with the narrative.

    • “I thought that the fishing mechanic might get a bit old but it didn't - it manages to stay fun, challenging and satisfying.”
    • “The gameplay is straightforward and the controls are well explained and quite intuitive, upgrades rewarding, locations scenic.”
    • “Fun and addictive gameplay, huge variety of fishes to fish, and about many hours of fun!”
    • “Fish are harder to catch than others, but some are simply impossible. I don't mean rare fish or anything; the mechanics are just broken. The fish can be right in front of you but isn't picked up.”
    • “The gameplay loop is as follows: catching fish followed by long unskippable interruptions. That's pretty much it, just a time killer.”
    • “The pixel style is beautiful, but the gameplay is lackluster and repetitive.”
  • graphics

    124 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    62% positive mentions, 36% neutral mentions, 2% negative mentions

    The game's graphics are widely praised for their adorable, charming pixel art style that evokes nostalgia and perfectly complements the relaxing, cozy atmosphere. Reviewers consistently highlight the visual appeal as a major draw, noting its simplicity yet beauty and how well it blends with the story and music to create an engaging experience. Overall, the graphics receive high marks for being visually appealing, immersive, and fitting the game's aesthetic and tone.

    • “The graphics are 10/10, sound 10/10, gameplay loop 10/10, and story 10/10.”
    • “Beautifully drawn graphics, well-structured story and amazing music.”
    • “Awesome story, awesome graphics, simple control mechanics.”
    • “Not with those graphics.”
    • “The white in the textbox disappears a lot, so it's hard to follow the story when the text is drowned in graphics.”
    • “I hope you can make the graphics lower. After talking to 'martel,' my phone crashes, and when I talk to Martel again, it crashed like 20 times or more. Btw, it's my phone's fault, but I hope there is a way I can enjoy it.”
  • music

    117 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    58% positive mentions, 39% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions

    The music in this game is widely praised for being soothing, relaxing, and beautifully composed, greatly enhancing the calming, casual gameplay experience. Many players highlight the soundtrack's immersive atmosphere, often comparing it to renowned composers and emphasizing its role in making the game memorable and emotionally engaging. Overall, the music is considered a standout feature that complements the pixel art and storyline perfectly.

    • “The music is absolutely amazing... the game is so peaceful and serene.”
    • “Presentation, controls, music everything is top notch and wonderful!”
    • “Beautiful story, fishing mechanics are perfected, music is up there with the greats like Terraria, Undertale and Stardew, pixel art is so damn good, the food looks like if Ghibli hired the best pixel artists to recreate its finest meals, 657/10”
    • “Music keeps playing, background animations keep playing, but can't advance text or move player.”
    • “Like, music and everything still going but can't do anything.”
    • “It's there not an iron to turn off the music?”
  • emotional

    76 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    100% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game delivers a deeply emotional and heartwarming experience through its simple yet touching storyline and charming characters. Players often describe it as wholesome, cute, and sometimes even tear-inducing, with an overall atmosphere that is both soothing and meaningful. While the gameplay is relaxed and straightforward, the emotional impact of the story is consistently praised for creating a memorable and immersive experience.

    • “A very personal and emotional experience of a boy who struggles to accept his present due to the trauma of his past - incredible story. For those willing to expand on it, I recommend Bear's Cafe as well, as it deepens the story by a considerable amount.”
    • “I cried just a little at the ending.... if you like a good story with characters that you will care about then this fishing RPG is for you!”
    • “The ending made me cry, I never thought an app game would touch me like that.”
  • grinding

    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game features mostly fair and manageable grinding, particularly in fishing, with some players finding it a bit tedious or grindy toward the late game and endgame upgrades. However, many appreciate the side quests, story richness, and engaging characters that make the grinding feel worthwhile and enjoyable rather than monotonous. Overall, the grind is balanced well enough to complement the relaxing and story-driven gameplay without becoming overwhelming.

    • “As for the fishing part, it could get reasonably grindy and tedious, but it's definitely worth it in the end.”
    • “It is a good casual game, quite relaxing to play but the grinding towards the end is not relaxing especially when grinding for rare fish to spawn.”
    • “Very grindy tho to just get to that true ending which wasn't really worth it because I never liked the bird.”
  • humor

    31 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    97% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 3% negative mentions

    The humor in the game is widely praised for its clever, funny dialogue, entertaining storylines, and humorous character interactions, often blending lightheartedness with touching moments. Players appreciate the witty writing and playful fish descriptions, though some note the dialogue can be lengthy or occasionally questionable. Overall, the humor effectively enhances the relaxing, story-driven experience, making it both amusing and memorable.

    • “Unique, creative, riveting, at times hysterically funny, heartbreaking, and a quick sidestep into a blotter acid trip by turns -- I really wasn't expecting what I got when I downloaded this game.”
    • “Its a very fun game with a very funny main story and dialogue. I would definitely recommend playing this game. I give this a 10 out of 10.”
    • “This game was phenomenal. I love the whole aspect: I love the characters, I loved the storyline, and I love the fishing. I recently lost my grandfather; he's in heaven now. I'm 33 years old. This game kind of helped me out. It's funny because it's just a game, but then it really gets you to think about your loved ones who have passed. Thank you for a great and wonderful game; I hope there will be more games.”
    • “Too much senseless, unfunny dialogue.”
  • stability

    12 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    The game suffers from frequent stability issues, including freezing during ad viewing, transitions, and normal gameplay, often rendering it unplayable. These bugs occur regardless of device specifications and lead to frustrating crashes, glitches, and unresponsive controls.

    • “Also, whenever I try to watch any ads the game freezes.”
    • “It simply freezes with 'coin chance has ended...' and will not let me move forward.”
    • “The game freezes every time after I've switched to another app or even take a screenshot.”
  • atmosphere

    7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    57% positive mentions, 43% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game features a charming and relaxing atmosphere enhanced by cute retro pixel graphics and a mix of well-fitting, soothing music. Its colors, storytelling, and overall vibe create an enchanting, stardew-valley-esque experience that immerses players and promotes a chill, enjoyable mood.

    • “It's such a great and relaxing game with cute retro pixel graphics and nice atmospheric music.”
    • “The colors and music give a lovely atmosphere and it helps me chill.”
    • “Very enchanting atmosphere, and relaxing gameplay.”
  • character development

    5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    60% positive mentions, 40% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    Users praise the game’s character development for being compelling and well-integrated with the story, creating an engaging experience where players feel a strong connection and growth alongside the characters. The appealing character designs and personalities further enhance the narrative depth and overall immersion.

    • “The story is compelling, and the character development leaves you eager to progress more.”
    • “I finished the game; it was a nice experience to 'grow side by side' with the characters and explore the paradise we were put in.”
    • “But that part is overwhelmed by the charming plot and character development.”
  • replayability

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 0% neutral mentions, 100% negative mentions

    Replayability is limited once the main story is completed, with most incentives revolving around maxing out upgrades rather than new gameplay experiences.

    • “The only problem is there really isn't much replayability left after you've completed the story besides upgrading everything to max level.”
  • optimization

    1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
    0% positive mentions, 100% neutral mentions, 0% negative mentions

    The game is well-liked but lacks optimization for newer Galaxy phones, resulting in the app not displaying in fullscreen, which diminishes the experience.

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Play Times

55h Median play time
38h Average play time
4-72h Spent by most gamers
*Based on 2 analyzed playthroughs
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Fishing Paradiso is a open world role playing game with fantasy and comedy themes. Common tags for Fishing Paradiso include indie, linear, emotional, pixel graphics, relaxing and others.

Fishing Paradiso is available on Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac OS, Phone and others.

On average players spend around 38 hours playing Fishing Paradiso.

Fishing Paradiso was released on June 1, 2022.

Fishing Paradiso was developed by Odencat.

Fishing Paradiso has received positive reviews from players. Most players liked Fishing Paradiso for its story but disliked it for its monetization.

Fishing Paradiso is a single player game.

Similar games include DAVE THE DIVER, Littlewood, Spiritfarer: Farewell Edition, Ooblets, Bear & Breakfast and others.