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Fish lakes and rivers through changing conditions, choosing tackle and techniques to catch varied species and enter angling contests.
Released 17 Oct 2019
Hook 143 Fish Species
Master Four Fishing Styles
Explore 19 Fishing Waters
The Fisherman – Fishing Planet is for all fans of nature and sport fishing! This simulation, made by and for fishing enthusiasts, recreates all the finer details of the art of fishing with unrivalled authenticity.
Developed by Fishing Planet LLC · Published by Fishing Planet LLC





Play as an angler exploring 19 lake and river environments, from the Florida Everglades to waterways in Russia and the Netherlands. Training missions offer an introduction, or you can head straight out to fish.
Catch 143 species with distinct behaviours using float fishing, spinning, bottom fishing, or trolling. Select from a large range of rods, rigs, bait, and other equipment; weather, seasons, and the day-night cycle change the conditions on each trip.
Plan trips around equipment and licenses, build up your fishing setup, and keep or release catches according to your license rules. Fish alone or take part in co-op competitions and seasonal events.
Players who enjoy the game often praise its fishing loop, including fish behaviour, the variety of techniques, and the chance to relax or learn about fishing. Some also value earning in-game currency and prefer its purchase model to recurring payments in the free-to-play counterpart. Many reviews, however, express frustration about the lack of updates and activity, as well as limited locations or content.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 18 |
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| Controller required | No |
| DLC / extras | 3 listed on Steam |
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| Website | Official website |
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