Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2

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"Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2" is a realistic fishing game that offers a challenging and immersive experience for fishing enthusiasts. The game features over 60 species of fish, detailed fishing grounds around the world, and a variety of fishing equipment to choose from. With the option to build and maintain your own aquarium, this sequel builds upon the success of its predecessor, providing an even more engaging and comprehensive fishing experience.

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Reviews

69%

Audience ScoreBased on 448 reviews

graphics30 positive mentions

stability30 negative mentions

The game has beautiful graphics and immersive environments, making it visually appealing.
The underwater camera feature adds a unique and engaging aspect to the fishing experience.
The developers are actively working on updates and bug fixes, showing commitment to improving the game.

The game suffers from numerous bugs and performance issues, making it frustrating to play.
The fishing mechanics feel unbalanced, with fish having unrealistic stamina and reeling in being overly simplistic.
The progression system is slow and grindy, leading to a lack of motivation to continue playing.

graphics
71 mentions
42 % positive mentions
46 % neutral mentions
11 % negative mentions
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with some players praising the realistic visuals and detailed fish models, while others criticize the overall quality, describing them as glitchy, outdated, or overly bright. Many users note significant graphical issues, such as strange physics and visual glitches, which detract from the experience. Despite these criticisms, some players find the graphics appealing and a step up from previous iterations, highlighting the game's potential for improvement.
- “It's graphically beautiful and has a decent amount of content that can keep you busy with enjoyment.”
- “Visuals are stunning.”
- “The graphics are beautiful and so realistic that I almost forgot I'm not currently standing on a beautiful dock over a quaint little pond!”
- “The graphics are dog shit, simple as that.”
- “The visuals were so bad my eyes couldn't tolerate even 15 minutes of it.”
- “Graphics overall are so bad, like awful for 2022.”
gameplay
46 mentions
28 % positive mentions
65 % neutral mentions
7 % negative mentions
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with many praising its good mechanics, appealing graphics, and logical progression, while others criticize numerous bugs and repetitive fishing mechanics that detract from the experience. Some players appreciate the casual gameplay style and the variety of fishing options, but express frustration over issues like unrealistic fish behavior and clunky mechanics. Overall, while the game shows potential and offers enjoyable moments, it requires significant improvements to its core mechanics and bug fixes to fully satisfy players.
- “Realistic and partially realistic gameplay options and beautiful well-captured scenes make this reproduction of fishing enjoyable and rewarding.”
- “The gameplay is relaxed and chill.”
- “All the core mechanics are there; fish respond to certain lures/baits more than others, are caught better at certain times of day and different weather, and need to be tired out by managing line tension before they can be caught.”
- “So many broken game mechanics (i.e., fish that have infinite stamina), bugs galore, etc.”
- “The fish don't really fight; they just randomly speed around until the mechanic sets the fish to tired, and then you hold down the left mouse button until it's in - it's just the same thing every cast.”
- “Game mechanics are so bad; fishing at higher levels is broken, you can reel in any fish without any tension.”
stability
31 mentions
10 % positive mentions
-6 % neutral mentions
97 % negative mentions
The game's stability has been widely criticized, with players reporting numerous bugs, including choppy frame rates, unresponsive controls, and various graphical glitches. While some users acknowledge the game's potential and enjoy the overall experience, many express frustration over the frequency and severity of the issues, particularly in its early access state. Overall, the consensus is that the game is currently a "buggy mess," with significant room for improvement in stability.
- “The game runs smoothly without any major bugs or crashes.”
- “I've experienced very few issues, making for a stable gaming experience.”
- “The stability of this game is impressive; I can play for hours without any interruptions.”
- “It took me less than 10 minutes to realize the frame rate is choppy, the basic controls don't work smoothly, and the fishing line is buggy.”
- “A waste of money, the game is buggy; developers just can't update the game properly.”
- “I understand it is in early access, but it is a buggy mess.”
optimization
13 mentions
31 % positive mentions
31 % neutral mentions
38 % negative mentions
Overall, the game's optimization is mixed; while some players report smooth performance on high settings, others experience significant issues, particularly on certain maps and with specific hardware configurations. Developers are aware of the performance problems and are actively working on improvements, but the game's optimization remains a point of contention among users.
- “The game is well optimized for a pre-alpha game.”
- “Performance got a lot better after the last patch and other small fixes.”
- “I built this computer 10 years ago... the game runs smoothly on ultra.”
- “There are performance issues on some maps, but the devs are aware and say they are working on it.”
- “Game isn't optimized.”
- “There's so much useless content packed into the area that it is uncomfortable and has poor performance.”
grinding
7 mentions
43 % positive mentions
-29 % neutral mentions
86 % negative mentions
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game to be significant but rewarding, with a clean progression system that doesn't impose excessive pressure to grind for long hours. While some appreciate the content and future updates, others feel that the grinding can be more intense compared to similar games, leading to mixed feelings about the overall experience.
- “The clean progression system makes grinding feel rewarding rather than tedious.”
- “I appreciate that the game strikes a balance; it has enough grinding to feel satisfying without being overwhelming.”
- “The grind is enjoyable and feels purposeful, contributing to my overall experience in the game.”
- “Wait until you have leveled up, and that takes time. Of course, you need new equipment for better and bigger fish on new maps, so start grinding and catching a lot of fish to earn money.”
- “In terms of content, this game has a lot to offer. The progression system is somewhat grindy but does not put any pressure on the player to grind hours on end like its free-to-play counterparts.”
- “Everyone complains about RF4 being grindy, but this is worse.”
monetization
6 mentions
0 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
100 % negative mentions
The monetization strategy of the game has been criticized as a cash grab, with reviewers expressing disappointment over its lack of originality and realism compared to other fishing games. Many feel that the developers are more focused on quick profits through early access titles rather than delivering a quality product, leading to accusations of misleading advertising and the removal of promised features. Overall, players are advised to avoid this game if they seek a genuine fishing experience.
- “Ultimate Fishing Simulator 2 would be a good game, or at least a game with a few unique ideas, but sadly the development team and publisher are just motivated by a quick cash grab from their multiple early access titles, that they release faster than an MG 42 shoots bullets.”
- “Conclusion: cash grab that should be avoided at any cost as for now.”
- “Features that are advertised as released were taken away again, so advertising should be changed as well to keep things clear for everyone.”
story
6 mentions
33 % positive mentions
17 % neutral mentions
50 % negative mentions
The story aspect of the game is criticized for its lack of engaging quests and unrewarding daily missions, leading to a sense of frustration among players. While there are some positive elements, such as a skill points system and mini quests that enhance progression, the overall narrative experience feels outdated and fails to immerse players effectively. Suggestions for improvement include adding unique fish types and more meaningful objectives to enhance player engagement.
- “Unique and rare fish like albinos (e.g., 0.05% chance to catch one), scars, funny-looking, and event-themed fish could be added in events or after completing quests. This would add more fun and interest in collecting fish for the trophy room and provide new objectives for players.”
- “There's a skill points system when you level up, mini quests on each map for extra money, and earning money and XP feels well-paced, with a nice jump in earnings once you move on from the first map to the second.”
- “The daily quest system is pointless since the rewards on many of them are not worth the effort because you can go and catch one fish in less time that equates to more money gained than what the daily will give.”
- “Additionally, the daily/weekly missions are incredibly unrewarding.”
- “Fish move across the water like catamarans; I've never seen that in 10,000 hours of real-life fishing. Also, yanking fish out of the water like that would cause you to lose every fish. It destroys immersion. It's worse than 'Call of the Wild: The Angler,' and that was the worst fishing game I've played until I played this.”
music
3 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The music in the game is described as relaxing and enjoyable, enhancing the casual experience of fishing while providing a soothing backdrop for players. It contributes to a chill atmosphere, making the gameplay feel more engaging and fun.
- “For me, it's fun; it's not arcadey, it's gently getting me to learn more about fishing, and it's a chill thing to do as I listen to music.”
- “The music is relaxing.”
- “It's just a casual game to listen to music to, and it's very fun.”
humor
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
Players suggest that incorporating unique and rare fish, such as albinos and those with humorous appearances, could enhance the game's humor and engagement. By adding these elements through events or quests, the game could provide players with more entertaining objectives and a fun twist to the fish-collecting experience.
replayability
1 mentions
0 % positive mentions
-200 % neutral mentions
300 % negative mentions
Users suggest that the first Ultimate Fishing Sim offers significantly better replayability compared to its sequel, indicating that the original game provides a more engaging and enjoyable experience that encourages repeated play.
- “Or go play the first Ultimate Fishing Sim because it's in a way more playable state.”
- “The lack of variety in gameplay makes it hard to justify multiple playthroughs.”
- “Once you've completed the main objectives, there's little incentive to return.”
atmosphere
1 mentions
100 % positive mentions
0 % neutral mentions
0 % negative mentions
The atmosphere of the fishing sim is praised for its relaxing nature and visually appealing graphics, effectively creating an immersive and enjoyable experience for players, even those who do not fish in real life.
- “I don't fish in real life, but I enjoy the relaxing nature and graphical beauty of fishing sims, and for me, this hits the spot well.”