Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour
- September 18, 2018
- Dovetail Games
- 752h median play time
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Playstation 4
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Xbox One
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Reviews
- The game features realistic graphics and immersive environments, making it visually appealing.
- The fishing mechanics are engaging, with a variety of techniques and gear that enhance the gameplay experience.
- It's a fun and relaxing game that can be enjoyed both solo and with friends in multiplayer sessions.
- There are significant issues with loading times and game stability, causing frustration for players trying to join matches.
- The drag system and fish fighting mechanics feel unrealistic and can lead to a lack of satisfaction when catching fish.
- The game has a heavy reliance on DLC, which can be seen as a cash grab, and the base game lacks depth and progression.
- gameplay92 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 75 % neutral mentions
- 3 % 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 players criticized the controls and reel mechanics as cumbersome and unrealistic, leading to a frustrating experience at times. Overall, while the game shows potential and has improved since its release, significant issues with the mechanics still detract from the overall enjoyment.
“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.”
“In fact, it has the worst fishing mechanics of any fishing game out there today.”
“Overall, my main issue is the mechanics of playing the fish; it's just all wrong!”
- graphics82 mentions
- 56 % positive mentions
- 39 % neutral mentions
- 5 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game are generally praised for their realism and detail, particularly in the fish models and environments, making it one of the best-looking fishing games 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.”
“Lame graphics, stupid gameplay... waste of money.”
- stability24 mentions
- 17 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 83 % negative mentions
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including frequent freezes, particularly on specific lakes, and various graphical glitches that can detract from the experience. While some players report that these bugs are manageable and do not completely ruin gameplay, others express frustration over the game's performance and the lack of refunds for issues encountered. Overall, it is clear that the game is still in a buggy state, which may deter those seeking a polished experience.
“I play it on an older PC and it looks and runs great.”
“The game is buggy as hell, too.”
“One of the lakes has weird freezes and FPS drops around buildings even if I choose the lowest settings possible (I play on ultra on the other lakes without any issue).”
“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.”
- monetization14 mentions
- 14 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 86 % negative mentions
The monetization aspect of the game has received mixed reviews, with some users praising the absence of microtransactions, while others criticize it as a cash grab that relies heavily on DLC and advertising. Many feel that the game is designed primarily to generate revenue rather than provide a quality gaming experience. Overall, it appears to be a contentious topic among players.
“I appreciate that there are no microtransactions in this game.”
“It's great to see a game that doesn't rely on 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.”
- optimization8 mentions
- 25 % positive mentions
- 38 % neutral mentions
- 38 % negative mentions
The game's optimization is generally satisfactory, as it runs smoothly on lower-end PCs with minimal lag and no crashes, though it is locked at 30 FPS. However, users have reported that customization options significantly impact performance, leading to notable drops. Overall, the performance is rated as average, with a score of ★★★☆☆.
“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).”
“Can you just work on performance rather than extras for more money for God's sake!?”
“Customizing causes major drops in performance.”
“Performance: ★★★☆☆ (it is smooth for the most part, with little to no lag currently, no crashes. FPS locked at 30)”
- atmosphere6 mentions
- 67 % positive mentions
- -17 % neutral mentions
- 50 % negative mentions
The atmosphere in "Fishing Sim World" is praised for its good graphics and improved fish fighting animations, creating an engaging experience. However, "Euro Fishing" is noted for its superior environmental details, such as water animation, wind effects, and sound design, which contribute to a more immersive atmosphere. Overall, while both games offer distinct atmospheres, "Euro Fishing" is highlighted for its attention to environmental realism.
“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 general atmosphere, including water animation, wind, movement of the trees, and sound effects, has received much more love and attention in Euro Fishing compared to Fishing Sim World.”
“The atmosphere in Fishing Sim World feels lacking, especially when compared to the more immersive experience offered by Euro Fishing.”
“While the gameplay mechanics may be solid, the overall atmosphere in Fishing Sim World fails to engage players as effectively as Euro Fishing does.”
- humor4 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The humor in the game is noted to be quite amusing, with players finding comedic moments in unexpected scenarios, such as the sight of a large bream behaving like a carp. Overall, the lightheartedness adds an enjoyable layer to the gameplay experience.
“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!”
“Pretty funny really... a quick look at a tutorial on the subject proved profitable, and a trophy spotted bass resulted.”
- grinding2 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Players find the grinding aspect of the game to be engaging, especially when compared to other fishing titles like Fishing Planet, which is noted for its high level of grindiness. Despite the grind, many appreciate the realism and depth it adds to the gameplay, making it a worthwhile experience, especially given its low price point.
“Fishing Planet is grindy as hell but realistic.”
“I have really gotten stuck into it; I've played many fishing games in the past, but this one is quite grindy.”
- music2 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % 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 sound design enhances the gameplay 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 well too.”
