- #1 The Fisherman - Fishing Planet
97% matchMixed63% of 1,438 reviews2019
Dev: Fishing Planet LLC
Windows
Median: 7.1 hrsMean: 31.4 hrs≥1hr: 73%
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.
Why similar: Fishing 46.5% ★, Massively Multiplayer 8.5%, Sports 7.9%, Multiplayer 6.9%, Co-op 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: It is essentially the premium standalone counterpart to Fishing Planet, with the same core realistic angling feel, detailed tackle systems, and location-based fish hunting.
- #2 Russian Fishing 4
96% matchMixed59% of 86,234 reviews2021
Dev: FishSoft LLC
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 73.1 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Russian Fishing 4 is a fishing simulator with RPG elements. There is no story line and the whole process is based on the concept of an open, free to roam and free to play game.
Why similar: Fishing 60.1% ★, Multiplayer 10.4%, Sports 6.2%, Simulation 5.2%, Realistic 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: This is one of the closest alternatives thanks to its highly detailed fishing simulation, long-term progression, and online community-driven multiplayer structure.
- #3 Professional Fishing
96% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,225 reviews2018
Dev: MasterCodePub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 72.2 hrs≥1hr: 44%
Are you falling asleep with a rod? Never again! Professional Fishing will never let you fall asleep! Play an amazing fishing simulator and feel like a real angler! Create your own fishing club and compete with others!
Why similar: Fishing 59.8% ★, Multiplayer 9%, Massively Multiplayer 8.3%, Simulation 5.5%, Sports 4.6%
Why You'll Like It: It mirrors Fishing Planet's accessible-but-sim-minded approach with realistic tackle choices, varied waters, and online fishing progression.
- #4 Fisher Online
95% matchVery Positive82% of 4,442 reviews2019
Dev: R-Age LLC
Windows
Median: 30.9 hrsMean: 429.3 hrs≥1hr: 91%
Fisher Online - online wild fishing simulator. Forget about licenses and catch rates. Choose bait or lures and catch fish in Europe and Russia.
Why similar: Fishing 55.4% ★, Massively Multiplayer 11.5%, Multiplayer 7.8%, Simulation 5.9%, Realistic 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Its MMO-style structure, persistent character growth, and emphasis on learning spots, bait, and fish behavior make it a very natural substitute.
- #5 Ultimate Fishing Simulator®
94% matchVery Positive89% of 8,763 reviews2018
Dev: Pancake GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 11.2 hrs≥1hr: 76%
Bored of waiting for a bite? Would you like to catch some fish? You're lucky - in Ultimate Fishing Simulator, fish bite like crazy! Spinning, float fishing, ground fishing, and more! Comprehensive fishing simulator that allows using various techniques, in different places around the world!
Why similar: Fishing 58.9% ★, Sports 9.8%, Multiplayer 8.3%, Simulation 5.5%, Realistic 4%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly realistic angling loop built around choosing the right gear, targeting specific species, and patiently mastering different fisheries.
- #6 Call of the Wild: The Angler™
94% matchMixed64% of 7,469 reviews2022
Dev: Expansive WorldsPub: Avalanche Studios
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 39.5 hrs≥1hr: 75%
The Angler is an open world fishing game that can be played solo or with friends. Discover and catch a wide variety of unique fish species, from common to rare, on your journey to become a master angler.
Why similar: Fishing 52.2% ★, Multiplayer 8.7%, Sports 8.1%, Realistic 5.2%, Simulation 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: This nails the relaxing open-water exploration and multiplayer fishing vibe while still caring about lure choice, technique, and species behavior.
- #7 Ultimate Fishing® Simulator 2
93% matchMixed68% of 2,189 reviews2025
Dev: Silent Bear StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 7.8 hrs≥1hr: 52%
Fish around the globe using float, bottom, spinning, or casting gear, and catch over 60 realistic fish species. Play solo or online in normal, realistic, or sandbox mode! Explore stunning locations, switch to an underwater cam, and fill your trophy room!
Why similar: Fishing 56% ★, Multiplayer 9.3%, Sports 9.2%, Realistic 5.7%, Simulation 5.3%
Why You'll Like It: It pushes even harder on realism and presentation while preserving the gear-focused, species-targeting fishing loop that Fishing Planet players usually want.
- #8 Euro Fishing
92% matchMixed65% of 1,822 reviews2015
Dev: Dovetail Games
Windows
Median: 1.7 hrsMean: 11.9 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Euro Fishing immerses you deep into the adrenaline-packed action, fun and beauty of Europe’s most famous lakes. Master your rod, line and tactics, and refine your technique to become a top angler. This is the closest you can get to real fishing from the comfort of your own couch.
Why similar: Fishing 64.9% ★, Sports 9%, Multiplayer 7.1%, Simulation 5.8%, Realistic 3.8%
Why You'll Like It: It is another serious sport-fishing sim centered on technique, location knowledge, and authentic-feeling catches rather than arcade action.
- #9 Fishing Sim World®: Pro Tour
91% matchMostly Positive80% of 1,174 reviews2018
Dev: Dovetail Games
Windows
Median: 3.4 hrsMean: 33.4 hrs≥1hr: 77%
Fishing Sim World: Pro Tour features an authentic career mode where you work your way up to an elite angler competing against over 100 of the best anglers in the world across Bass, Carp and Predator fishing whilst unlocking sponsorship opportunities, gaining career earnings and social media followers as you go.
Why similar: Fishing 60.8% ★, Sports 10.3%, Multiplayer 9.3%, Simulation 9%, Realistic 5.5%
Why You'll Like It: Its tournament structure, licensed gear, and realistic fish-finding and lure work make it a strong fit for players who enjoy Fishing Planet's sim side.
- #10 Trophy Fishing 2
91% matchMostly Positive74% of 1,227 reviews2017
Dev: Overgroup
Windows
Median: 42 minMean: 11.1 hrs≥1hr: 40%
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.
Why similar: Fishing 74.6% ★, Multiplayer 10.4%, Sports 9.1%, Simulation 5.7%, Casual 0.2%
Why You'll Like It: As a free-to-play online fishing game, it overlaps closely in structure with Fishing Planet's progression, social play, and session-based angling.
- #11 Bassmaster® Fishing
90% matchMostly Positive71% of 346 reviews2021
Dev: Dovetail GamesPub: Dovetail Games - Fishing
Windows
Bassmaster® Fishing, the official video game is OUT NOW, bringing the thrill of competitive big bass fishing to PC. Dive into the fully licensed content from the Bassmaster series from amateur to elite events.
Why similar: Fishing 57.7% ★, Sports 10.9%, Multiplayer 8.1%, Realistic 6.4%, Simulation 6.3%
Why You'll Like It: This is a polished competitive fishing sim with a strong focus on realistic bass behavior, equipment, and water-reading.
- #12 PRO FISHING SIMULATOR
89% matchMixed58% of 69 reviews2018
Dev: Sanuk GamesPub: Nacon
Windows
An authentic sport fishing simulation for both beginners and avid anglers. Explore the most beautiful fishing spots in the world and reel in the best catches by combining technique and the best official equipment.
Why similar: Fishing 60.2% ★, Sports 23.2%, Simulation 14.6%, Casual 2%
Why You'll Like It: It shares the same appeal of methodical angling, species-specific setups, and scenic waters built for relaxed but skillful fishing sessions.
- #13 The Fishing Club 3D: Co-op Sport Angling
89% matchMostly Positive76% of 633 reviews2017
Dev: Robot Riot UG (haftungsbeschränkt)
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 55%
Go fishing and relax. Craft baits, catch legendary fish and complete your catch album - or take part in epic fishing competitions against other anglers or fishing clubs. Create or join a fishing club and chat with fellow anglers in the in-game chat. Play now for free! Tight lines!
Why similar: Fishing 56.6% ★, Sports 9.8%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Co-op 6.4%, Realistic 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: Its co-op support and sport-fishing focus make it a good match if your favorite part of Fishing Planet is relaxing online angling with others.
- #14 Ice Lakes
87% matchVery Positive86% of 1,640 reviews2016
Dev: Iceflake StudiosPub: Paradox Interactive
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 5.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Ice Lakes is a modern ice fishing simulator with different single and multiplayer game modes and sandbox approach to wintertime fishing. Use and customize wide selection of fishing gear and learn how changing season, bottom topology, time of day and weather conditions affects fish behavior.
Why similar: Fishing 70.5% ★, Sports 11.5%, Multiplayer 6.2%, Simulation 6%, VR 2.8%
Why You'll Like It: Although specialized around ice fishing, it delivers the same careful simulation, gear choice, and species-focused planning in a colder setting.
- #15 WEBFISHING
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 69,990 reviews2024
Dev: lamedeveloper
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 20.1 hrs≥1hr: 89%
WEBFISHING a multiplayer chatroom-focused fishing game! Relax and fish (on the web!)
Why similar: Fishing 77.7% ★, Multiplayer 12.7%, Online Co-Op 4.5%, Co-op 3.7%, Casual 1%
Why You'll Like It: It is much more playful than Fishing Planet, yet its social multiplayer fishing and laid-back hangout energy make it a strong alternative if the online relaxation matters most.
- #16 Carp Fishing Simulator
86% matchMixed60% of 229 reviews2021
Dev: Dangerous Derk Interactive
Windows
Carp Fishing Simulator aims to be the most advanced, authentic fishing experience on the market.
Why similar: Fishing 56.8% ★, Sports 10.4%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Simulation 6.1%, Relaxing 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: It captures the patient, tactical side of Fishing Planet by focusing on realistic rigs, placement, and long-form carp sessions.
- #17 Cast n Chill
83% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,492 reviews2025
Dev: Wombat Brawler
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Cast n Chill is a relaxing fishing game where you explore serene lakes, rivers, and oceans. Catch rare fish, upgrade your gear and reel in legendary catches - all with your loyal companion by your side.
Why similar: Fishing 75.8% ★, Sports 7.9%, Relaxing 7.4%, Simulation 5.6%, Family Friendly 2.3%
Why You'll Like It: It trades realism for pure relaxation, yet it remains appealing to Fishing Planet players who mainly want a calm, low-stress fishing loop.
- #18 Intergalactic Fishing
85% matchVery Positive95% of 391 reviews2020
Dev: Boat Anchor Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.6 hrs≥1hr: 78%
Intergalactic Fishing is a fishing RPG that features procedurally generated content and graphics. Travel to lakes all over the universe and catch unique fish, explore uncharted lakes and sell data, complete quests, upgrade your gear, compete in fishing tournaments, design your own lures, and more!
Why similar: Fishing 76.6% ★, Simulation 7.1%, Relaxing 6.4%, Sports 4.5%, Open World 4.1%
Why You'll Like It: Its surprisingly deep simulation of lure choice, fish habits, weather, and water conditions makes it a great pick for players who enjoy the systems side of Fishing Planet.
- #19 Real VR Fishing
84% matchMostly Positive75% of 174 reviews2024
Dev: Devs United Games, IncPub: Devs United Games, Inc.
Windows
🎣 Dive into the Ultimate Real VR Fishing Experience! Explore stunningly realistic environments with Real VR Fishing. Relax in 40 beautiful maps and expand your adventure with DLC packs, unlocking 95 fishing locations. Discover 150+ fish species in the base game and over 300 species with DLC.
Why similar: Fishing 53% ★, Multiplayer 8.6%, Sports 8.2%, Realistic 6%, VR 5.1%
Why You'll Like It: It offers a similarly calm, realistic fishing experience with convincing waters and tactile casting, just designed fully around VR immersion.
- #20 Cat Goes Fishing
82% matchVery Positive94% of 16,005 reviews2015
Dev: Cat5Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.9 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Start out on an island with a basic rod. Progress into a radar-wielding master fisher-cat scouring the sea for the biggest and baddest fish. Each fish has unique behaviors that you will learn to exploit as you tailor your arsenal of fishing rods to suit your style of play. Mrrrow!
Why similar: Fishing 88.5% ★, Relaxing 4.8%, Simulation 3.9%, Family Friendly 1.1%, Casual 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: This is a very arcadey take on fishing, but its simple catch-upgrade-explore progression can still scratch the fishing itch in a lighter way.
- #21 DREDGE
80% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 54,217 reviews2023
Dev: Black Salt GamesPub: Team17
Windows · Mac
Median: 7.5 hrsMean: 11.0 hrs≥1hr: 89%
DREDGE is a single-player fishing adventure with a sinister undercurrent. Sell your catch, upgrade your boat, and dredge the depths for long-buried secrets. Explore a mysterious archipelago and discover why some things are best left forgotten.
Why similar: Fishing 86.6% ★, Open World 7%, Simulation 4.7%, Adventure 1.1%, Singleplayer 0.7%
Why You'll Like It: While darker and more single-player focused, it shares the satisfying cycle of catching fish, upgrading equipment, and exploring new waters.
- #22 Fishing Paradiso
81% matchVery Positive91% of 326 reviews2022
Dev: Odencat
Windows · Mac · Linux
Embark on a relaxing tropical adventure in this cozy fishing RPG! Explore wondrous locations and befriend a charming cast of characters on your quest to become a master angler and discover the true meaning of paradise!
Why similar: Fishing 79.3% ★, Relaxing 6.6%, Farming Sim 6.1%, Open World 5.2%, Adventure 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: It is far more narrative and stylized, but the game still revolves around constant fishing progression, upgrading, and species collecting.
- #23 River Legends: A Fly Fishing Adventure
82% matchPositive81% of 25 reviews2019
Dev: Dantat Studio
Windows
Explore and fish your way across the rivers and lakes of Pine Canyon in this delightful 2D indie adventure. Pursue trophy wild trout while hiking through towering canyons, deep caverns, and lush forests. Choose the perfect fly, cast your line, and hang on for the bite, all in beautifully drawn pixel art.
Why similar: Fishing 65.8% ★, Sports 21.1%, Simulation 11.3%, Adventure 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: It shifts specifically into fly fishing, but keeps the same relaxing rhythm of reading water, choosing tackle, and targeting fish behavior.
- #24 Luna's Fishing Garden
79% matchVery Positive94% of 2,216 reviews2021
Dev: Coldwild Games
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 3.8 hrs≥1hr: 84%
Luna's Fishing Garden is a short, cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago.
Why similar: Fishing 80.8% ★, Farming Sim 7.8%, Relaxing 6.3%, Family Friendly 2.8%, Casual 0.9%
Why You'll Like It: It is the least sim-like here, but its gentle fishing mechanics and tranquil pace make it a pleasant fallback for players who love the relaxing part of Fishing Planet.
- #25 Reel Fishing: Road Trip Adventure
81% matchMixed53% of 19 reviews2019
Dev: Tachyon Inc.Pub: Natsume Inc.
Windows
Grab your rod, reel, and adventurous spirit as you join three friends on a summer road trip to remember! Visit a variety of fishing spots, from deep-sea fishing to freshwater stream fishing as you and the gang track down and try to catch the elusive Legendary Fish.
Why similar: Fishing 64.1% ★, Sports 30.8%, Adventure 2.7%, Action 2.5%
Why You'll Like It: It is less sim-heavy, but still delivers straightforward rod-and-reel fishing progression across multiple locations and species.
- #26 Moonglow Bay
79% matchMixed68% of 732 reviews2021
Dev: BunnyhugPub: Coatsink
Windows
Median: 3.8 hrsMean: 6.7 hrs≥1hr: 75%
Embark on a journey as a rookie angler in Moonglow Bay, fulfilling your partner's final wish. Team up with friends, family, and neighbours to hone your fishing skills, nourish relationships, and restore a remote town's fractured community in this slice-of-life fishing RPG!
Why similar: Fishing 81.7% ★, Relaxing 7.4%, Open World 7.4%, Adventure 1.3%, Casual 1.2%
Why You'll Like It: This blends relaxing fishing progression with a cozy atmosphere, making it a good fit if you like Fishing Planet's calmer side more than its hardcore realism.
- #27 theHunter: Call of the Wild™
77% matchVery Positive89% of 197,377 reviews2017
Dev: Expansive WorldsPub: Avalanche Studios
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 41.4 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Discover an atmospheric hunting game like no other in this realistic, stunning open world – regularly updated in collaboration with the community. Immerse yourself in the single player campaign, or share the ultimate hunting experience with friends.
Why similar: Multiplayer 22.4%, Sports 13.5%, Open World 12.8%, Co-op 10%, Realistic 9.9%
- #28 Fishing Adventure
78% matchVery Positive86% of 1,699 reviews2019
Dev: MasterCodePub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.6 hrs≥1hr: 32%
Fishing Adventure is a typical fishing game, where the player can (drums) catch different fish species! Fish in USA, Hawaii and other unique fisheries.
Why similar: Fishing 64.8% ★, Multiplayer 8.6%, Sports 8.1%, Simulation 5.6%, Realistic 4.5%
- #29 Professional Fishing 2
76% matchMostly Positive77% of 424 reviews2025
Dev: MasterCodePub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
"Professional Fishing 2" is the second installment of an exciting fishing game that takes you into the world of thrilling angling adventures. Step into the shoes of a novice angler, embarking on a journey with simple yet reliable gear.
Why similar: Fishing 66.8% ★, Sports 8.1%, Simulation 7.4%, Multiplayer 6.4%, Co-op 4.3%
- #30 Way of the Hunter
75% matchVery Positive80% of 10,985 reviews2022
Dev: Nine Rocks GamesPub: THQ Nordic
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 16.8 hrs≥1hr: 87%
Become the new owner of a hunting lodge nestled among gorgeous habitats and rich animal populations. Explore vast open world environments and hunt with a premium selection of firearms. Enjoy the perfect hunt on your own or with friends in co-op.
Why similar: Sports 22.6%, Multiplayer 17.2%, Realistic 15.2%, Relaxing 9.7%, Open World 9.6%
- #31 Fishing: Barents Sea
76% matchVery Positive80% of 2,656 reviews2018
Dev: Misc Games
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 13.8 hrs≥1hr: 86%
Commercial fishing on the Barents Sea! Take the helm of your very own fishing boat in Fishing: Barents Sea and explore the vastness of the Barents Sea in search for the best fishing zones. Start out small and earn officially licensed Scanmar Equipment and the officially licensed Hermes trawler.
Why similar: Fishing 77% ★, Simulation 9.3%, Open World 7.2%, Multiplayer 4.1%, Realistic 1.5%
- #32 theHunter Classic
77% matchMixed59% of 44,287 reviews2014
Dev: Expansive Worlds
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 12.9 hrs≥1hr: 46%
The most realistic hunting experience awaits. Explore 12 reserves and hunt 45 unique species, ranging from waterfowl to big game. Over 100 weapons from state-of-the art rifles to bows. Customize your load-out with stands, blinds and dogs. Play alone or in multiplayer with up to 7 friends.
Why similar: Multiplayer 27.3%, Open World 14.1%, Simulation 12.7%, Co-op 9.8%, Sports 9.2%
- #33 我的钓鱼世界
73% matchMixed63% of 153 reviews2026
Dev: 华幸
Windows
主打沉浸式真实垂钓体验,融合野钓探索、黑坑竞技、家园养成多元玩法;坐拥开阔临海钓场 + 垂钓别墅,随时随地随心挥竿垂钓,还能与全网钓友实时联机互动,一站式解锁原汁原味的沉浸式垂钓乐趣。
Why similar: Fishing 53.6% ★, Multiplayer 8.2%, Sports 7.9%, Simulation 6.1%, Realistic 5.7%
- #34 GONE Fishing
72% matchVery Positive91% of 3,032 reviews2025
Dev: GONE Studios
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 6.6 hrs≥1hr: 91%
GONE Fishing is a 1-8 player survival horror game where you and your friends must work together to stay alive, by fishing. The only way to survive is to keep feeding the lake’s insatiable hunger before it feeds on you. Can you satisfy the hunger... or will you become the next offering?
Why similar: Fishing 67.7% ★, Multiplayer 12.6%, Co-op 6.9%, Online Co-Op 6.1%, First-Person 3.7%
- #35 The Catch: Carp & Coarse Fishing
75% matchMostly Positive74% of 369 reviews2020
Dev: Dovetail GamesPub: Dovetail Games - Fishing
Windows
Take on the hunt of a lifetime as you target and pursue monster-sized fish around the world. You’re set, waiting…. The line tightens, your alarm screams, the fish is on and the battle commences!
Why similar: Fishing 42.5% ★, Sports 30.1%, Simulation 16.6%, Multiplayer 3.4%, Casual 2.4%
- #36 Farming Simulator 25
71% matchVery Positive87% of 52,248 reviews2024
Dev: GIANTS Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 32.9 hrsMean: 111.4 hrs≥1hr: 95%
Farming Simulator 25 invites you to join the rewarding farm life, single-handedly or cooperatively in multiplayer. This Farm is Your Farm!
Why similar: Multiplayer 24%, Simulation 18.9%, Farming Sim 17.3%, Realistic 15.4%, Online Co-Op 8.7%
- #37 Fishing Grind
73% matchVery Positive87% of 303 reviews2024
Dev: LAGI Games
Windows
Fishing Grind is a first person 1-6 player co-op fishing game with a twist. The place you are fishing may not always be safe...
Why similar: Fishing 52.4% ★, Sports 12.9%, Multiplayer 11.2%, Realistic 8.7%, Online Co-Op 5.6%
- #38 Supermarket Together
70% matchVery Positive94% of 92,376 reviews2024
Dev: DeadDevsTellNoLies
Windows
Median: 2.9 hrsMean: 8.8 hrs≥1hr: 79%
The multiplayer supermarket has arrived to your neighbourhood for free! Stock your shop space, unlock perks and franchises, hire employees or chase those pesky shoplifters. The more players, the more action!
Why similar: Multiplayer 39.8%, Simulation 25%, Online Co-Op 23.4%, Realistic 4.9%, First-Person 4.9%
- #39 Fishing Online
73% matchMixed57% of 133 reviews2025
Dev: Braves
Windows
Begin your new online fishing adventure! Fishing Online is a cooperative adventure game where you explore the world and enjoy fishing with friends. Catch over 300 types of fish, complete your collection, and dive into crafting and cooking activities!
Why similar: Fishing 54.4% ★, Massively Multiplayer 11.2%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Sports 9.4%, MMORPG 6.1% ★
- #40 Real Pool 3D - Poolians
74% matchMostly Positive76% of 19,435 reviews2018
Dev: Poolians.com
Windows
Median: 1.5 hrsMean: 6.2 hrs≥1hr: 61%
Real Pool 3D (Poolians) is one of the best online pool games. Play against the computer or real players all over the world! It supports 8 different types of pool games and team play mode.
Why similar: Sports 22.9%, Multiplayer 22.3%, Massively Multiplayer 19%, Simulation 11.9%, VR 7.2%
- #41 Voodoo Fishin'
71% matchVery Positive82% of 657 reviews2026
Dev: Lost Arcade
Windows
Median: 5.6 hrsMean: 9.6 hrs≥1hr: 82%
A creepy-cozy co-op fishing game for 1–4 players with proximity voice chat. Explore a haunted swamp for rare fish, sell your haul by the pound, and try to survive what hunts you in the dark.
Why similar: Fishing 75.5% ★, Multiplayer 12.8%, Online Co-Op 6%, First-Person 4.5%, Adventure 1.1%
- #42 Worldwide Sports Fishing
74% matchPositive84% of 50 reviews2019
Dev: Lotte|EoDPub: Agger Interactive
Windows · Mac
Worldwide Sports Fishing is a 3D fishing simulation with fishing waters all around the globe. Special feature: you can recommend your dream fishing water and if possible it will get into the game! The Game is constantly evolving.
Why similar: Fishing 40% ★, Sports 21%, Simulation 11.7%, Multiplayer 6.5%, Realistic 4.2%
- #43 Feed and Grow: Fish
72% matchMostly Positive78% of 21,066 reviews2016
Dev: Old B1oodPub: Greens s.r.o.
Windows
Median: 5.3 hrsMean: 15.3 hrs≥1hr: 81%
Hunt and eat other fish - simply, grow into larger beasts!
Why similar: Fishing 38.7% ★, Multiplayer 24.6%, Simulation 17.5%, Open World 9%, Co-op 4.1%
- #44 Fish Hunters: Most Lethal Fishing Simulator 🐟
70% matchMixed63% of 635 reviews2026
Dev: Pmdk23Pub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 4.0 hrs≥1hr: 85%
Hunt fish solo or in co-op. Haul them in and take them down with crazy guns. Try out different baits and rods, explore unique locations, and complete your fish collection in the atlas. Or just kick back by the campfire with friends in this wild webfishing adventure 🎣 🐟 💥
Why similar: Fishing 67.9% ★, Multiplayer 11.8%, Online Co-Op 6.6%, Simulation 4.3%, Open World 4.1%
- #45 Ranch Simulator: Build, Hunt, Farm
69% matchMostly Positive79% of 45,769 reviews2023
Dev: Toxic DogPub: Excalibur Games
Windows
Median: 4.4 hrsMean: 14.3 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Builder. Farmer. Hunter. Trader. Ranching certainly isn’t your average job. Think you have the skills to turn your family’s rundown homestead into the most prosperous ranch in the valley? Then it’s time to head out into the wilderness in this captivating single and multiplayer open-world simulator.
Why similar: Multiplayer 19.2%, Simulation 12%, Co-op 11.9%, Realistic 11.1%, Farming Sim 10.9%
- #46 Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition
71% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,730 reviews2020
Dev: Misc Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Commercial fishing in North Atlantic! Discover majestic world of Canadian Nova Scotia while admiring the vast diversity of ocean life. Search for the ocean gold with upgradable fishing boats and various fishing gear as you progress in your fisherman career.
Why similar: Fishing 70.9% ★, Simulation 12.4%, Open World 5.6%, Multiplayer 5.1%, Realistic 3.8%
- #47 Palia
68% matchVery Positive86% of 41,903 reviews2024
Dev: Singularity 6 Corporation
Windows
Median: 2.0 hrsMean: 25.5 hrs≥1hr: 66%
Discover a welcoming world in Palia, a free-to-play fantasy life sim adventure where you can craft, explore, and create the life and home of your dreams. With nearly endless ways to make Palia your home, you’ll find relaxation and joy in every corner of this vibrant, heartwarming world.
Why similar: Multiplayer 29.8%, Farming Sim 15.2%, Online Co-Op 11.5%, Co-op 11.4%, Relaxing 11.1%
- #48 Open Fishing XL
69% matchPositive86% of 50 reviews2023
Dev: Kunstaat
Windows
Open Fishing XL is an open world fishing game focused on creating a relaxing experience. Fill out a book with 115 fish species, buy rods, items, boats and more, explore the large map, identify cute insects, draw your own map, and enjoy fishing without worries with intuitive fishing mechanics.
Why similar: Fishing 69.1% ★, Sports 6.6%, Simulation 6.6%, Relaxing 6.4%, Open World 6.1%
- #49 Finnish Cottage Simulator
66% matchVery Positive94% of 3,427 reviews2024
Dev: RANELA GAMES
Windows
Median: 4.6 hrsMean: 11.7 hrs≥1hr: 88%
Finnish Cottage Simulator is the ultimate cottage experience. Relax and enjoy the Finnish summer nature, go to the sauna, get drunk, grill food or play games with others!
Why similar: Multiplayer 26.5%, Simulation 16.4%, Realistic 14.3%, Online Co-Op 13.6%, Open World 12.3%
- #50 Farming Simulator 22
67% matchVery Positive93% of 91,118 reviews2021
Dev: Giants Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 34.4 hrsMean: 148.8 hrs≥1hr: 94%
Create your farm and let the good times grow! Harvest crops, tend to animals, manage productions, and take on seasonal challenges.
Why similar: Multiplayer 23.5%, Co-op 16.3%, Farming Sim 14.9%, Simulation 14.8%, Online Co-Op 9.7%
- #51 World of Tanks
67% matchVery Positive80% of 98,830 reviews2021
Dev: Wargaming Group Limited
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 59.6 hrs≥1hr: 71%
World of Tanks is a tactical action game with very different gameplay depending on the vehicle type and role. Aside from regular PvP, there are competitive and clan-based modes, special PvE and PvPvE events, and much more. Whether you play to dominate or just enjoy the ride, you'll fit right in.
Why similar: Multiplayer 59.3%, Realistic 37.9%, Action 2.8%
- #52 Farming Simulator 19
67% matchVery Positive94% of 75,920 reviews2018
Dev: Giants Software
Windows · Mac
Median: 28.0 hrsMean: 126.7 hrs≥1hr: 94%
The best-selling franchise takes a giant leap forward with a complete overhaul of the graphics engine, offering the most striking and immersive visuals and effects, along with the deepest and most complete farming experience ever.
Why similar: Multiplayer 21.6%, Simulation 18.2%, Farming Sim 17.6%, Realistic 11.2%, Open World 8.7%
- #53 Catch & Release
69% matchVery Positive89% of 358 reviews2018
Dev: metricminds GmbH & Co KGPub: Advanced Interactive Gaming Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.7 hrs≥1hr: 82%
Catch & Release places you on a beautiful mountain lake and lets you freely explore and row around while you choose your fishing spot and take in the scenery.
Why similar: Fishing 64.3% ★, Sports 18.2%, Simulation 11.3%, VR 5.7%, Casual 0.5%
- #54 Rec Room
66% matchVery Positive89% of 77,841 reviews2021
Dev: Rec Room
Windows
Median: 2.1 hrsMean: 17.1 hrs≥1hr: 68%
Rec Room is the best place to build and play games together. Party up with friends from all around the world to chat, hang out, explore MILLIONS of player-created rooms, or build something new and amazing to share with us all.
Why similar: Multiplayer 24.1%, Massively Multiplayer 17.4%, VR 13.3%, Sports 11.4%, Online Co-Op 9%
- #55 Deadliest Catch: The Game
70% matchMixed53% of 1,602 reviews2020
Dev: 4FishingPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 4.6 hrs≥1hr: 72%
Enter the dangerous world of king crab fishing in the deadly Bering Sea! Take command of your own fishing vessel, use realistic equipment, combat hazardous Alaskan waters and become the world's best crab catcher!
Why similar: Fishing 70.9% ★, Simulation 11.8%, Open World 7.5%, First-Person 4%, Relaxing 2.8%
- #56 Ale & Tale Tavern: First Pints
63% matchVery Positive94% of 4,725 reviews2024
Dev: Scienart GamesPub: GrabTheGames
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 2.0 hrs≥1hr: 56%
This is the free version of the game "Ale & Tale Tavern". Get ready for a thrilling mix of genres: a cooperative, first-person, open-world fantasy tavern simulator, action, fishing, hunting, exploration, and completing fun and diverse quests. And, of course, COOKING!
Why similar: Multiplayer 29.1%, Simulation 27.4%, Relaxing 17.2%, First-Person 13.1%, Family Friendly 9.6%
- #57 CarX Drift Racing Online
65% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 88,391 reviews2017
Dev: CarX Technologies, LLC
Windows
Median: 11.4 hrsMean: 60.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
CarX Drift Racing Online is your chance to immerse yourself in the real world of drifting. Get together with friends, tune your car and burn some tires!
Why similar: Multiplayer 26.3%, Simulation 14.9%, Sports 13.8%, Co-op 12.9%, Relaxing 10.4%