Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour

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Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour is a realistic fishing simulation game that lets players compete in professional fishing tours. The game features a variety of fishing techniques, venues, and equipment to choose from, with a career mode that allows players to rise through the ranks and become a pro angler. Online multiplayer mode lets players compete against others for the top spot on the leaderboard.

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Reviews

79%

Audience ScoreBased on 404 reviews

gameplay10 positive mentions

stability10 negative mentions

The game features realistic bass mechanics and enjoyable multiplayer sessions, making it a great time with friends.
Graphics are impressive, with detailed environments and fish models that enhance the overall experience.
The casting mechanics are unique and allow for a more immersive fishing experience, providing a sense of control over the fishing process.

There are significant loading issues, with long wait times to enter matches, which can be frustrating for players.
The game suffers from bugs and glitches, including problems with fish not being recorded properly and issues with the drag system.
The lack of diverse tackle options and the inability to customize controls detract from the overall gameplay experience.

gameplay
46 mentions
22 % positive mentions
72 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the fishing game has received mixed reviews, with many praising the fishing and casting mechanics as enjoyable and challenging, particularly for fans of Euro Fishing. However, several users criticized the controls and mechanics, noting issues with reeling and fish behavior that detracted from the overall experience. While some improvements have been made over time, many players feel that the game still requires significant adjustments to reach its full potential.
- “A great fishing game... love the mechanics which they got down quite nicely.”
- “Great casting mechanics whether you want super realistic or something simple.”
- “Gameplay is fun and challenging at times.”
- “The trolling motor controls are also rubbish; even games from 2000 have better mechanics than this.”
- “Fishing mechanics just seem off and not well thought out.”
- “Overall, my main issue is the mechanics of playing the fish; it's just all wrong!”
graphics
41 mentions
56 % positive mentions
37 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game are generally praised for their realism and detail, particularly in the environments and fish models, making it one of the most visually appealing fishing simulators available. However, some users noted that character models and certain graphical elements could use improvement, and there are occasional graphical glitches. Overall, while the visuals are impressive, there is room for enhancement, especially given current technological standards.
- “The graphics are stunning, the venues are well made and I'm sure that this is the best fishing game so far.”
- “It's a fun and amazing fishing sim with amazing graphics and fish models, and if you like fishing, then you have to get it!”
- “Fishing Sim World is undoubtedly the prettiest fishing game out there with its top-notch graphics.”
- “What can be improved is the graphics for the people in the game.”
- “Graphics are okay, but with technology where it currently is, it should be much better.”
- “Yes.. this game has its plethora of graphical glitches.. I can ignore those as they don't break the game itself, but they do exist.”
stability
12 mentions
17 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
83 % negative mentions
The game's stability is notably problematic, with frequent freezes, particularly in specific locations, and various graphical glitches that can disrupt gameplay. While some players report that these issues are manageable and do not completely ruin the experience, the overall consensus is that the game is still quite buggy and may not be suitable for those seeking a polished experience.
- “I play it on an older PC and it looks and runs great.”
- “Doesn't play, freezes, and Steam would not refund.”
- “Can't do the pro series because it freezes on one specific lake!”
- “The game is buggy as hell, too.”
monetization
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the absence of microtransactions, while others criticize it as a cash grab that relies heavily on advertising and DLCs to extract money from gamers. Overall, there is a sentiment that the game prioritizes profit over player experience.
- “There are no microtransactions, which is a refreshing change.”
- “I appreciate that the game doesn't rely on microtransactions.”
- “It's great to see a game that offers a complete experience without any microtransactions.”
- “This is a cash grab game after they abandoned the equally dreadful Euro Fishing, and this game follows the same path of a horribly bad fishing game getting DLC'ed to death to just milk gamers' money.”
- “This seems like a cash grab, plain and simple.”
- “A game of advertising sponsored products.”
optimization
4 mentions
50 % positive mentions
-25 % neutral mentions
75 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally satisfactory, running smoothly on lower-end PCs with minimal lag and no crashes, though it is limited to 30 FPS. However, users have noted that customization options can significantly impact performance, leading to concerns about prioritizing performance improvements over additional features.
- “It doesn't require a high-performance PC.”
- “Performance: ★★★☆☆ (it is smooth for the most part, with little to no lag currently, no crashes. FPS locked at 30.)”
- “Customizing causes major drops in performance.”
- “Can you just work on performance rather than extras for more money for God's sake!?”
- “Performance: ★★★☆☆ (it is smooth for the most part, with little to no lag currently, no crashes. FPS locked at 30)”
atmosphere
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
-100 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
Users appreciate the improved graphics and fish animations in Fishing Sim World, noting that the overall atmosphere, including water animations and sound effects, is more immersive compared to Euro Fishing. While Fishing Sim World excels in fish fighting mechanics, Euro Fishing is praised for its detailed environmental elements that enhance the game's unique atmosphere.
- “Coming from Ultimate Fishing Simulator, I am enjoying Fishing Sim World. The graphics are good, the atmosphere is immersive, and the fish fighting/animations are much improved compared to Euro Fishing.”
- “The general atmosphere, including water animation, wind, movement of the trees, and sound effects, has received much more love and attention in Euro Fishing.”
- “It will make them unique, and the atmosphere will greatly change.”
- “The atmosphere in this game feels lifeless and uninspired, lacking the immersive qualities that make a fishing experience enjoyable.”
- “Despite the potential for a serene environment, the atmosphere is marred by repetitive sound effects and bland visuals.”
- “The overall ambiance is disappointing, with minimal attention to detail in the surroundings that could enhance the fishing experience.”
humor
2 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be quite entertaining, with players finding amusement in the quirky visuals, such as a large bream behaving unexpectedly like a carp. The lighthearted tone is enhanced by playful commentary on the game's elements, suggesting a fun and engaging experience.
- “Pretty funny, really! A quick look at a tutorial on the subject proved profitable, and I ended up with a trophy spotted bass.”
- “Mind you, it looks a bit funny to see a big old bream racing about like a carp, but maybe the ones in the Grand Union Canal are on steroids!”
grinding
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging and enjoyable, especially in comparison to other fishing games that can be excessively grindy. The balance of realism and fun in "Carp Fishing Simulator" makes it a preferred choice for many, despite the grind. Overall, it offers a satisfying experience for those who appreciate the genre.
- “The grinding in this game is relentless and feels more like a chore than fun.”
- “I find the repetitive nature of the grinding to be exhausting and not rewarding.”
- “The amount of time required to progress through grinding is frustrating and detracts from the overall experience.”
music
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is well-integrated, complementing the nice ambient audio effects such as fish jumps and wind gusts, creating an immersive experience. Overall, players appreciate how the soundtrack enhances the game's atmosphere.
- “The nice ambient audio effects, random fish jumps, fish swarms, and wind gust sounds create an immersive experience, and the music fits the game perfectly.”