fishy

About

"Fishy" is an escape room survival game set in a bedroom with three locked doors and a fish in an aquarium. The game is built in Unity and has a first-person perspective. Players must explore the room, interact with objects, next to using their own wits, they can also "ask the fish" for help by clicking and holding the mouse button to hold objects. Some assets, such as the fishless aquarium and toilet, are imported from external sources.

Genres & Tags

Play Modes

Single-Player Play through the game's story or campaign solo

89%

Audience ScoreBased on 156 reviews

humor3 positive mentions

story2 negative mentions

The game is fun and charming, providing a satisfying experience of eating and growing as a fish.
It's a short and simple game, perfect for quick play sessions and achieving a sense of accomplishment.
The art style and sound design are appealing, contributing to a relaxing and enjoyable atmosphere.

The game suffers from bad graphics and controls, which can be frustrating at times.
It's very short, with many players finishing it in under 10 minutes, leading to a lack of replay value.
There are bugs and issues, such as unresponsive controls and progression blockers, that detract from the overall experience.

graphics
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the colorful and simplistic art style, while others criticize them as bad or unappealing. The underwater physics and aesthetic elements are noted positively, but overall, the graphics are described as simplistic and not enough to elevate the gameplay experience.
- “The simple art style and underwater physics are also appealing.”
- “Graphics are nice, controls are smooth, and the price is right too at only $3.”
- “I really enjoyed the cute, simple graphics for the game.”
- “Bad graphics, bad controls, simplistic gameplay.”
- “God, Sokpop makes aesthetic but absolutely unplayable games.”
- “It's a nice, short game with a simple concept and graphics.”
gameplay
8 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
38%
25%
38%
The gameplay is characterized by a familiar "eat things smaller than you" mechanic set in an engaging environment, though some players find it simplistic and occasionally frustrating due to poor controls and graphics. While the core loop is effective and enjoyable, it may feel repetitive over time. Overall, it offers a fun experience at a low price, appealing to fans of the genre.
- “Simple but effective gameplay loop.”
- “One of my favorite Sokpop games; the gameplay formula in this one doesn't simplify itself into frustrating bluntness or a lack of understandable controls compared to others.”
- “The 'eat things smaller than you' mechanic is familiar, but it is nice that they put it in a more interesting and explorable environment.”
- “Bad graphics, bad controls, simplistic gameplay.”
- “I tried restarting a few times, and no matter how big I got each time, what direction I pulled, or if I boosted with the ball chain in the fish's mouth, I couldn't get the mechanic to work.”
- “The core gameplay will be familiar if you’ve played similar games.”
music
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
40%
20%
40%
The music in the game is generally well-received, with many players appreciating its chill vibe and quality compared to other titles. However, some reviewers note that the soundtrack is short and repetitive, suggesting it could benefit from more variety and depth. Overall, while the music enhances the game's relaxing atmosphere, it leaves room for improvement.
- “The only minor woe I'd have is the music: the music is great, and honestly I like it much more than in many other Sokpop games.”
- “The music is chill, the design is lovely, the game is fun, relaxing, and the speed at which this game encourages users to resort to cannibalism is truly astounding.”
- “But this game is too much fun, and I just kept playing it... but the music is a very short and repetitive loop.”
- “The only criticism I have is that I feel like the music could have been fleshed out.”
replayability
5 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
60%
60%
The game offers limited replayability, with some players finding it fun for a single playthrough, while others appreciate its multiple endings and achievements that encourage revisiting the game. Overall, it can be completed quickly, but those seeking to unlock everything may find value in playing through multiple sessions.
- “Surprisingly addictive and replayable.”
- “I was able to beat it in 35 minutes, but it contains a decent amount of replay value.”
- “There are multiple endings and achievements to unlock, encouraging replayability.”
- “Can beat the game in 5 minutes; very simple with no replay value. Fun for the first playthrough only.”
- “So while it does have replayability, you’re probably going to want to play it over several different sessions.”
- “Was able to beat it in 35 minutes, but it contains a decent amount of replay value.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
67%
The story mode is described as lacking depth and excitement, resembling a more subdued version of an arcade experience rather than a compelling narrative. Overall, it fails to deliver a cohesive or engaging storyline.
- “If you want feeding frenzy but without the frenzy, a fishy story mode instead of arcade style.”
- “Story - not really a story”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game suffers from significant stability issues, including various glitches such as fish getting stuck in drainpipes, unresponsive hooks, and fish swimming through solid objects. These bugs detract from the overall experience and highlight the game's lack of polish.
- “This game is as short as it is buggy.”
- “There are a few glitches, such as big fish spawning and getting stuck in drainpipes, fish hooks not responding after a while, and fish swimming through solid rock who are unable to get back into the water.”
optimization
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game suffers from optimization issues, leading to significant slowdowns during gameplay.
- “However, it's a little bit unoptimized, so the game sometimes slows down incredibly.”
- “The performance issues are frustrating; the game frequently stutters and lags during critical moments.”
- “Despite its potential, the lack of optimization leads to frequent crashes and long loading times.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players report that grinding for 10-19 hours is necessary to reach the final area of the game, where they encounter a particularly challenging enemy, the octopus.
- “After 10-19 hours of grinding, you're finally in the final area, where you find the most devious enemy of all: the octopus.”
humor
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
300%
The game is noted for its humor, with players finding it amusing and recommending it for its comedic elements.
- “A funny little game that you should definitely check out.”
- “The humor in this game is absolutely delightful and keeps you laughing.”
- “I love how the game incorporates witty dialogue and hilarious situations.”