10
Pokemon Sword & Shield
Available exclusively on Switch
They might not have the most advanced fishing mechanics, but
Pokemon Sword & Shield
do have the best fishing in
the
Pokemon
mainline series
. Fishing in the eighth generation games is as straightforward as finding a black circle, then casting the rod's line into the water.
Players won't find a massive bass, however, but instead an assortment of Pokemon with different sizes and appearances. Fishing has hardly changed since
the franchise's earlier generations
though, so some may feel that the time has come for
Pokemon
to follow other AAA video games and incorporate more advanced fishing mechanics in future entries.
9
Euro Fishing
Available on PS4, Xbox One & Windows
As a game based solely on fishing,
Euro Fishing
offers surprisingly immersive gameplay. Players can become masterful anglers by practicing in this simulation game, learning all about lures, bait types and other useful information about fishing as they do so.
As one might expect, there is lots of waiting while playing the game, meaning the anticipation can often be cut with a knife. From an enjoyability standpoint,
Euro Fishing
missed the mark a little, but the game showed lots of promise in its early days. Love or hate it, it's hard to deny that
Euro Fishing
offers a more realistic experience than most other fishing games.
8
The Legend Of Zelda: Link¡¯s Awakening
Available exclusively on Switch
Found in the Northern section of Mabe Village is a subtle feature that must be experienced. 2019's
The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening
remake contains a fishing mini-game that expands upon the one found in the original Game Boy title by adding fish types and more polished gameplay mechanics.
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There are fish like the Runt, Lunker, and Cheep Cheep that make the catch incredibly satisfying. Also, there is the overarching goal of catching the prize of the pond, Ol' Baron. Those who are able to catch Ol' Baron will be handsomely rewarded with at least 90 Rupees.
7
Stardew Valley
Available on PS4, Xbox One, Switch, Windows & Mobile
Stardew Valley's
stellar fishing is attributed to the types of fish and its relaxing nature. Certain fish appear during the off-season, yet fishing in the game is a year-round sport. To catch fish in
Stardew Valley
, press the Use Tool button and gauge the meter for distance.
Despite having layers of depth,
Stardew Valley
can lack immersion as the 16-bit graphics are on par with a
Super Nintendo game
. Resembling a
r
etro simulation game,
Stardew Valley's
Pelican Town is the setting for highly relaxing fishing.
6
Ark: Survival Evolved
Available on PS4, Xbox One, Switch & Windows
The action-adventure survival game
Ark: Survival Evolved
takes fishing to a whole new level with a fishing net. This item was added as part of the Expansion Pack Genesis: Part 1 and is just one of many
big improvements that have been made to the game
since its somewhat underwhelming launch.
A fishing net might not be for everyone, which is why the game's devs have incorporated other options.
Ark: Survival Evolved
includes a fishing rod, which yields different sizes and types of fish depending on the bait used. Expect to catch Sabertooth Salmon and Piranhas when fishing in-game; some players might also find rare treasures.
5
World Of Warcraft
Available exclusively on Windows
If someone is in the mood for relaxing fishing and doesn't want to get into the sport's complexities,
World of Warcraft
is a must-play. The game's subscription structure might put certain people off, but those who are already subscribed to the game should definitely give fishing a try if they haven't already.
Although numerous water bodies make the fishing fantastic, it might be time for this
MMORPG to switch to a free-to-play model.
Subscribers, however, play the game regularly, relishing the opportunity to go fishing. It's just one of many activities that players can partake in and a great way to unwind after a challenging mission or raid.
4
Red Dead Redemption 2
Available on PS4, Xbox One & Windows
Rockstar Games is continually going above and beyond by incorporating features outside the main story in its games. Fishing is initially introduced in the main story of
Red Dead Redemption 2
, but the bulk of the content is experienced in free roam.
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Grab a fishing pole from the inventory, bait the rod, and cast it into a body of water
.
Red Dead Redemption 2
contains an abundance of fish, including some
legendary ones
which are incredibly value. As such, fishing in
Red Dead 2
can be a great way to earn a bit of extra money while also taking a break from the chaos of the main story.
3
Fishing Resort
Available exclusively on Wii
Naturally, since the game released on the
Nintendo Wii,
Fishing Resort
utilizes motion controls. There are 216 fish species contained in this game, making it one of the most comprehensive fishing games ever released. They all look fairly realistic too, which may surprise some considering the game's cartoonish art style.
Since fishing is the main component of the title, and it's not only a side feature,
Fishing Resort
is quite polished. The largest fish in the game is
Dunkleosteus, a prehistoric fish that is extremely rare. Even with a 39-hour completion time, few players have caught the magnificent creature.
2
Sea Of Thieves
Available on Xbox One & Windows
Starting out as a lackluster pirate adventure,
Sea of Thieves
has
evolved into so much more
. According to
seaofthieves.com,
"Give a man a fish, and he¡¯ll eat for a day – teach a man to fish, and he¡¯ll rank up with The Hunter¡¯s Call," and rank up players have.
Compared to the various swashbuckling adventures that populate the game, fishing provides an incredibly relaxing way to pass the time. It also has benefits such as providing food, although catches will need to be cooked before players can tuck in to their bounty.
1
Fishing Planet
Available on PS4, Xbox One & Windows
Hands down,
Fishing Planet
is the most immersive and exciting fishing game on the market. It's as close as players will ever get to doing the real thing without leaving their own home. Of course, this does bring with it one or two downsides, particularly for players who don't like waiting around.
Expect to grind levels in this game while catching an assortment of fish. The attention to detail is impressive and, to top things off,
Fishing Planet
is using a free-to-play model that seems to work well. The game is widely available on
platforms like Xbox One,
PlayStation 4, and PC.