GONE Fishing

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GONE Fishing is a single player and multiplayer action adventure game. It was developed by GONE Studios and was released on June 15, 2025. It received very positive reviews from players.

GONE Fishing is a co-op horror game where 1-8 players work together to catch fish and gather bait to feed an ancient lake monster before nightfall. Failure to meet its hunger leads to relentless attacks as the creature emerges from the depths. Players must coordinate their efforts to survive tense days and terrifying nights.

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Audience ScoreBased on 841 reviews

gameplay17 positive mentions

stability42 negative mentions

The game combines fishing and horror elements in a unique and engaging way, providing a fun experience, especially when played with friends.
The developers are highly responsive and actively work on updates and bug fixes, showing a commitment to improving the game.
The gameplay loop of catching fish, managing quotas, and dealing with unexpected horror elements creates a thrilling and entertaining atmosphere.

The game is still in early access and suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, which can detract from the overall experience.
Some players find the graphics and animations to be rough and unpolished, leading to a less immersive experience.
The game can feel unbalanced at times, particularly in single-player mode, where the difficulty may spike unexpectedly.

gameplay
47 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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53%
11%
The gameplay is characterized by a blend of engaging fishing mechanics and horror elements, creating a unique and fun experience, especially in multiplayer settings. While players appreciate the core gameplay loop and the developers' responsiveness to feedback, many note that the game is still in early access, with bugs and some mechanics needing refinement. Overall, it offers a promising foundation for enjoyable gameplay, though some users find it can become repetitive or frustrating at times.
- “The core gameplay is simple yet brilliant: fish, survive, and feed terrifying entities to progress.”
- “The blend of cozy fishing mechanics with spine-chilling horror elements makes this game stand out in the best way.”
- “Once you get the hang of the fishing mechanics, it's really fun and addicting.”
- “I understand this is an early access, but the game is a buggy mess with terrible textures and really half-baked mechanics.”
- “For one, the game feels like it's fighting the player at every turn. The animations are wonky, the graphics are decent but also a little off. Personally, I get a bug that randomly causes a fish to yeet itself into the far reaches of whatever lake it's in and become unable to be caught. The monsters have no explanation as to their mechanics and randomly disappear, among other things.”
- “Just terrible gameplay.”
humor
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is widely praised, with players finding it both funny and entertaining, particularly when playing with friends. Many reviews highlight the amusing bugs and quirky character designs that enhance the experience, creating a blend of humor and horror that keeps players engaged. Overall, the game's comedic elements, including funny sound effects and chaotic moments, contribute to its charm and replayability.
- “The one map with the monkeys as bait... hilarious, by the way...”
- “This game is super funny and surprisingly addictive.”
- “The funny moments to the scary ones make this worth every penny!”
stability
43 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
2%
98%
The game is widely described as very buggy, with numerous glitches and technical issues that can detract from the experience, especially in multiplayer modes. However, many players find the bugs to be amusing rather than frustrating, contributing to a fun atmosphere when playing with friends. Overall, while the game shows promise and has an active development team, its current state may not justify the price for those seeking a polished experience.
- “This game is extremely buggy and absolutely not worth the price.”
- “I understand this is an early access, but the game is a buggy mess with terrible textures and really half-baked mechanics.”
- “The game is buggy as hell, the characters are atrocious, and the entire game just feels half done.”
graphics
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players appreciating the stunning visuals and lighting, while others criticize performance issues and clunky animations that hinder smooth gameplay. Many users report that the game struggles on mid-range PCs, leading to a less than optimal experience, especially in early access. Overall, while the graphics are decent, they are not groundbreaking, and players seeking high-end realism may be disappointed.
- “Even as an early access, the graphics and sounds make me irrationally happy.”
- “The visuals are stunning, especially the lighting.”
- “If you're expecting mind-blowing graphics with ray tracing and post-processing full HDR at 120 fps with real water physics and real-life 3D fish models, this game delivers.”
- “Was absolutely devouring my computer. I turned down the graphics, closed other applications, and my Wi-Fi isn't too shabby, nor is my computer. I was really hoping for this to be playable because it was a little fun when it wasn't chugging my PC.”
- “If you're expecting mind-blowing graphics with ray tracing, post-processing, full HDR at 120 fps, with real water physics and realistic 3D fish models, you're going to be disappointed.”
- “For one, the game feels like it's fighting the player at every turn. The animations are wonky, the graphics are decent but also a little off. Personally, I get a bug that randomly causes a fish to yeet itself into the far reaches of whatever lake it's in and become unable to be caught.”
atmosphere
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
73%
18%
9%
The atmosphere of the game is widely praised for being immersive, beautiful, and fun, blending elements of creepiness with a chill gaming experience. Players appreciate the unsettling yet engaging environment that enhances gameplay, making it a memorable experience, especially when playing with friends. Despite some concerns about polish and pricing, the overall sentiment is that the atmosphere significantly contributes to the game's appeal.
- “It's super creepy and so atmospheric and beautiful at the same time.”
- “The atmosphere in this game is very immersive and beautiful.”
- “The atmosphere is amazing in this game, I can't wait to see what future updates hold!”
optimization
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
29%
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43%
The game's optimization is widely criticized, with players reporting significant performance issues even on high-end hardware, such as the RTX 4080 Super. Many suggest that the game requires better optimization, and some have found temporary fixes by forcing specific settings, but overall, the experience remains subpar.
- “If this game could be optimized through NVIDIA, it would most likely work.”
- “Performance was fixed by forcing the DX12 version of the game to run.”
- “The same thing is happening to my friends and overall the optimization sucks.”
- “However, it is very badly optimized; with everything on low and a cap of 60 fps, it uses 50% of a 4080 Super.”
- “It needs to be optimized.”
grinding
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players appreciate the grinding aspect of the game for its balance of urgency and freedom, allowing them to meet quotas early and enjoy the thrill of rare catches. This element fosters excitement and camaraderie among friends, making the grinding experience enjoyable rather than tedious. Overall, it enhances the game's appeal by rewarding persistence with significant achievements.
- “Nothing like grinding in a game and being declared #1.”
- “My friends and I have been grinding this game, and we are having a good time.”
- “It’s the perfect way to build hype, keep players grinding, and give that rush of finally landing something rare and massive.”
replayability
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
75%
Overall, the game's replayability is seen as highly promising, particularly due to the addition of leaderboards and frequent content updates from the developers. However, some players feel that the current variety of fish and gameplay elements limits replayability, suggesting that further enhancements could significantly improve the experience.
- “Combine that with the leaderboards to showcase your best catches, and the replayability here is through the roof.”
- “Awesome game, devs pumping out content left and right and replayability getting better and better with each update!!!”
- “Adding in another thing or two like that occasionally will bump up the replayability for the group I play with.”
- “The game lacks significant changes or new content, making it hard to find reasons to replay.”
- “Once you've completed the main story, there's little incentive to dive back in.”
- “The limited variety in gameplay mechanics really diminishes the replayability factor.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
75%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players enjoy the energetic tracks, others find the inability to turn off the music a significant drawback, with one user describing it as torturous and a deal breaker for their experience. Overall, the music is seen as a polarizing element that could benefit from more customization options.
- “Music: bangers, add more heat.”
- “Devs, yes I might be weird just wanting peace and quiet with my horror fishing, but that's just me. Had you included a 'music off' function, I would probably enjoy it.”
- “Be aware you cannot turn the music off; for my ears, it was torture to listen to, but the gameplay seemed fun.”
- “I could only manage to play the tutorial before the music issue became a deal breaker for me.”
- “The music has some bangers, but they need to add more heat.”
story
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The game's story is criticized for its lack of depth and coherence, with players noting the absence of a meaningful narrative or progression, resulting in a disjointed experience centered around a constant sense of surveillance. Many feel that a more developed storyline would enhance the overall gameplay.
- “The game could also use some kind of storyline to go along with it.”
- “Everything felt disjointed and nothing felt meaningful to an overall story or progression.”
- “No story, just a creep watching you at all times.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express a mix of emotions regarding the game, highlighting both frustration and enjoyment. While some find the experience relaxing and fun, particularly in social settings, others are frustrated by unexpected deaths that can occur without direct interaction. Overall, the emotional responses range from camaraderie and joy to irritation.
character development
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The character development in the game is highlighted by its unique and humorous character designs, which complement the engaging gameplay mechanics. Players also encounter a variety of creatures, including both comical and frightening monsters, adding depth to the overall experience.
- “The character development is incredibly engaging, with unique designs and personalities that bring the game to life.”
- “I love how the characters evolve throughout the game, making each interaction feel meaningful and impactful.”
- “The blend of humor and depth in character design adds a layer of enjoyment that keeps me coming back for more.”
- “The character development feels shallow and lacks meaningful progression.”
- “I found the characters to be one-dimensional and their arcs predictable.”
- “There was little to no emotional investment in the characters, making it hard to care about their journeys.”