Trophy Fishing 2
- July 13, 2017
- Overgroup
- 5h median play time
Trophy fishing 2 it is a 3D fishing simulator with excellent graphics, sound and entertaining gameplay. It is a game-encyclopedia, which we develop and improve right along. It will please all lovers of fishing and quiet rest, as well as, all who loves excitement, competition and friendly communication.
Reviews
- The game offers a wide selection of fish and locations, providing a relaxing experience for players who enjoy fishing.
- It's free to play and allows players to progress without spending money, although microtransactions are available for those who want to speed up their experience.
- The graphics, while not top-tier, are decent enough to create an enjoyable atmosphere, and the fishing mechanics can be engaging once players get the hang of them.
- The game is heavily reliant on microtransactions, making it feel like a pay-to-win model, which frustrates many players.
- The tutorial is poorly designed and often buggy, leading to confusion about game mechanics and progression.
- Many players find the gameplay slow and grindy, with a lack of meaningful progression and a limited ability to catch larger fish without significant time investment.
- graphics27 mentions
- 44 % positive mentions
- 41 % neutral mentions
- 15 % negative mentions
The graphics in the game receive mixed reviews, with some players finding them outdated and reminiscent of early 2000s titles, while others appreciate the use of photo-realistic textures and smooth performance. Overall, many agree that while the visuals are decent, they do not elevate the gameplay experience to a top-tier level, and some players suggest that better graphics could enhance the overall enjoyment.
“I like it, it is a good game; it has beautiful graphics and the fish looks good. The fishing mechanics are good; I recommend it and it's free to play and it's not pay to play.”
“Graphics are awesome thanks to the amazing Unity engine.”
“They use photo-realistic textures or some very nice graphic designs, because they look so real.”
“First of all, the graphics are so outdated, it gave me 2000s nostalgia.”
“It is a small and easy to play fishing game with bad graphics.”
“- graphics straight out of 1998 (if you set it at 'fantastic' that it's supposed to be the best settings... yeah... sure...)”
- gameplay18 mentions
- 22 % positive mentions
- 61 % neutral mentions
- 17 % negative mentions
Gameplay reviews are mixed, with some players praising the intuitive controls and satisfying mechanics, while others criticize the lack of depth and realism, describing the mechanics as buggy and poorly executed. Despite the appealing graphics and enjoyable aspects, many feel that the gameplay does not meet the expectations set by its visuals. Overall, while some find it entertaining, others believe it falls short in delivering a polished experience.
“Big fan of the gameplay and UI.”
“I like it, it is a good game. It has beautiful graphics and the fishing mechanics are good. I recommend it, and it's free to play and not pay to win.”
“Bro, you can literally fish for fish in a pond with intuitive controls, satisfying gameplay, amazing music, cute fish, and realistic graphics. What more do you want?”
“Honestly, as entertaining as this game is, it is terribly unhelpful in explaining how to use any rods or mechanics outside of the most bare bones.”
“Bad mechanics and not realistic.”
“- Gameplay mechanics are unrealistic as hell (as a fisher in real life I think I have something to tell), poorly realized, buggy, glitchy, clunky.”
- stability6 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's stability is a mixed bag; while some players embrace the occasional glitches as part of the experience, many report significant bugs and clunky mechanics that detract from gameplay. Although it shows promise, it is still in early development and requires updates to address these issues. Some users find the tutorial and gameplay mechanics confusing, contributing to the perception of instability.
“Decent game overall, good time killer and easy to get the hang of, but needs an update to fix glitches and bugs.”
“Gameplay mechanics are unrealistic (as a fisher in real life, I think I have something to say), poorly realized, buggy, glitchy, and clunky.”
“I've got 3 hours into it, so I've completed the tutorial that is totally bugged and weird (the whole game is kind of buggy and awkward), and I've spent a few hours leveling up and stuff.”
- grinding4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- -25 % neutral mentions
- 75 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding in the game to be excessive and often pointless, with some feeling it necessitates either significant time investment or monetary spending. While some reviewers note that the grind is not as severe as in other freemium games, it still detracts from the overall experience.
“Grinding in this game is incredibly rewarding and keeps you engaged.”
“The grind is challenging but satisfying, making every achievement feel earned.”
“You basically can't do anything in this game without grinding pointlessly for hours, or, you know, opening up your wallet and letting the devs rifle through and take what they want from you.”
“You'll need a second life for grinding.”
“And also all the time you spend grinding to get them is wasted effort, but still better than Fishing Planet.”
- story4 mentions
- 50 % positive mentions
- 50 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game's story is described as intense and engaging, with a variety of quests that keep players occupied after an eventful start. Overall, it has received high praise for its compelling narrative and gameplay, earning a perfect score from some users.
“After the first hour or so, the game is pretty eventful and there are plenty of quests you can do to keep yourself occupied.”
“Amazing game, great gameplay, and an intense storyline. 10/10”
- monetization3 mentions
- 0 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 100 % negative mentions
The monetization model of the game heavily relies on microtransactions and in-app purchases, leading many players to feel that it is not truly free to play. Critics express frustration over the prevalence of pay-to-win mechanics and loot boxes, which detract from the overall enjoyment and fairness of the gaming experience.
“On pricing and value for gamers, this isn't really free as the game is infested with mobile app store-like microtransactions.”
“The game is all in-app purchases; there's no fun to play for free.”
“Together, we shall weather the storm of microtransactions and loot boxes, standing tall against the tide of pay-to-win villains like noble knights in a digital crusade.”
- optimization2 mentions
- 100 % positive mentions
- 0 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The game is generally well-optimized, running smoothly despite having only decent graphics. Players appreciate its performance, indicating that the optimization enhances the overall experience.
“Fun fishing game; the graphics are not the greatest, but it still runs smoothly.”
“The graphics are decent, and the game is well optimized.”
- music1 mentions
- 300 % positive mentions
- -200 % neutral mentions
- 0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is praised for being amazing, contributing to the overall satisfying gameplay experience.
“The music in this game is absolutely amazing, enhancing the overall experience and making every moment feel special.”
“I love how the soundtrack perfectly complements the gameplay, creating an immersive atmosphere that keeps me engaged.”
“The variety of music tracks keeps things fresh and exciting, making each session feel unique and enjoyable.”