- #1 Fishing Planet
97% matchVery Positive87% of 73,403 reviews2017
Dev: Fishing Planet LLC
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 1.2 hrsMean: 22.5 hrs≥1hr: 54%
Fishing Planet® is a free-to-play and highly realistic first-person online multiplayer fishing simulator. Developed by avid fishing enthusiasts to bring you the full thrill of actual angling on your PC.
Why similar: Fishing 56.7% ★, Sports 9.7%, Multiplayer 9.7%, Co-op 6.4%, Realistic 5%
Why You'll Like It: A highly realistic, free-to-play fishing simulator that mirrors the social and competitive multiplayer aspects of the seed game.
- #2 Russian Fishing 4
96% matchMixed59% of 84,285 reviews2021
Dev: FishSoft LLC
Windows
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 72.2 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 34.3% ★, Nature 9.9%, Sports 9.6%, Multiplayer 8.6%, Crafting 8.4%
Why You'll Like It: Offers an incredibly deep, simulation-heavy experience with a strong multiplayer community and complex gear progression.
- #3 Call of the Wild: The Angler™
96% matchMixed63% of 7,401 reviews2022
Dev: Expansive WorldsPub: Avalanche Studios
Windows
Median: 4.2 hrsMean: 40.1 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 32.1% ★, Sports 13.5%, Nature 12.5%, Immersive Sim 9.7%, Multiplayer 7.8%
Why You'll Like It: Provides a beautiful, open-world environment that emphasizes exploration and relaxing, immersive fishing gameplay.
- #4 Ultimate Fishing® Simulator 2
95% matchMixed68% of 2,151 reviews2025
Dev: Silent Bear StudioPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 1.1 hrsMean: 8.0 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 29.3% ★, Sports 13%, Inventory Management 8%, Multiplayer 7%, Realistic 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: Features modern graphics and advanced physics that elevate the traditional fishing simulation experience.
- #5 Professional Fishing
94% matchMostly Positive76% of 4,205 reviews2018
Dev: MasterCodePub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 73.2 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 53.3% ★, Multiplayer 11.5%, Sports 11.2%, Simulation 7.6%, Realistic 5.2%
Why You'll Like It: An accessible, free-to-play fishing game that focuses on straightforward mechanics and multiplayer competition.
- #6 WEBFISHING
93% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 69,680 reviews2024
Dev: lamedeveloper
Windows
Median: 10.3 hrsMean: 19.9 hrs≥1hr: 89%
WEBFISHING a multiplayer chatroom-focused fishing game! Relax and fish (on the web!)
Why similar: Fishing 67.5% ★, Multiplayer 15.9%, Co-op 9.9%, 3D 4%, Indie 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A highly social, casual multiplayer game that captures the relaxing and community-focused spirit of fishing with friends.
- #7 Fisher Online
94% matchVery Positive82% of 4,419 reviews2019
Dev: R-Age LLC
Windows
Median: 31.0 hrsMean: 420.2 hrs≥1hr: 92%
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 37.4% ★, Crafting 13.6%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Realistic 6.7%, Co-op 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: A sandbox-style fishing simulator that rewards players with crafting and progression systems similar to the seed game.
- #8 Euro Fishing
92% matchMixed65% of 1,820 reviews2015
Dev: Dovetail Games
Windows
Median: 1.8 hrsMean: 12.0 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 47.1% ★, Sports 17.6%, Multiplayer 7.5%, Simulation 6.5%, Realistic 6.2%
Why You'll Like It: A classic, simulation-focused title that provides a solid foundation for competitive carp fishing.
- #9 Fishing Sim World®: Pro Tour
91% matchMostly Positive79% of 1,162 reviews2018
Dev: Dovetail Games
Windows
Median: 3.3 hrsMean: 33.3 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 43% ★, Sports 19.8%, Simulation 9.8%, Multiplayer 9.5%, Realistic 8.8%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the professional tournament circuit, offering a structured multiplayer experience for competitive anglers.
- #10 The Fisherman - Fishing Planet
91% matchMixed63% of 1,429 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 29.5% ★, Sports 13.6%, Nature 11.7%, Co-op 9.6%, Realistic 6.8%
Why You'll Like It: A comprehensive, premium version of the Fishing Planet experience that includes all content and refined mechanics.
- #11 Bassmaster® Fishing
90% matchMostly Positive71% of 341 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 28.3% ★, Sports 14.5%, Nature 9.9%, Immersive Sim 9.3%, PvP 7.5%
Why You'll Like It: Delivers a realistic, immersive simulation experience centered on professional bass fishing tournaments.
- #12 Ice Lakes
89% 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 57.2% ★, Sports 25.3%, Simulation 7.6%, Multiplayer 7.3%, Indie 2.6%
Why You'll Like It: A unique, specialized fishing simulator that focuses on the distinct mechanics and atmosphere of ice fishing.
- #13 Trophy Fishing 2
89% matchMostly Positive75% of 1,219 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 60.7% ★, Sports 20.1%, Multiplayer 12.1%, Simulation 7.1%
Why You'll Like It: A free-to-play title that leans into the competitive multiplayer aspect of catching legendary fish.
- #14 Fishing: Barents Sea
88% matchVery Positive80% of 2,651 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 69.6% ★, Simulation 12.9%, Sailing 9.2% ★, Multiplayer 5.3%, Realistic 3%
Why You'll Like It: Focuses on the technical aspects of commercial fishing in a vast, atmospheric open-world environment.
- #15 Ultimate Fishing Simulator®
86% matchVery Positive89% of 8,678 reviews2018
Dev: Pancake GamesPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 3.1 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 32.5% ★, Sports 14.7%, Nature 10.5%, Immersive Sim 8.5%, Multiplayer 6.5%
Why You'll Like It: The original title that established a high bar for realistic fishing mechanics and diverse environments.
- #16 Cat Goes Fishing
86% matchVery Positive94% of 15,677 reviews2015
Dev: Cat5Games
Windows
Median: 4.0 hrsMean: 8.8 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 45.9% ★, Sailing 26.5% ★, Nature 11.4%, Relaxing 6.1%, Exploration 4.9%
Why You'll Like It: A charming, addictive, and casual fishing game that focuses on progression and unlocking new gear.
- #17 DREDGE
84% matchOverwhelmingly Positive96% of 52,902 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 46.8% ★, Inventory Management 17.2%, Sailing 16.3% ★, Exploration 8.5%, Atmospheric 4.4%
Why You'll Like It: Combines a satisfying fishing loop with an eerie, atmospheric mystery that keeps the gameplay loop engaging.
- #18 Fishing Adventure
85% matchVery Positive86% of 1,689 reviews2019
Dev: MasterCodePub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 18 minMean: 5.7 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 46% ★, Sports 15.5%, Multiplayer 8.8%, Nature 7.4%, Realistic 7.2%
Why You'll Like It: Offers a straightforward, accessible fishing experience that is perfect for both solo and multiplayer sessions.
- #19 DAVE THE DIVER
82% matchOverwhelmingly Positive97% of 147,999 reviews2023
Dev: MINTROCKET
Windows · Mac
Median: 13.4 hrsMean: 26.2 hrs≥1hr: 90%
DAVE THE DIVER is a casual, singleplayer adventure RPG featuring deep-sea exploration and fishing during the day and sushi restaurant management at night. Join Dave and his quirky friends as they seek to uncover the secrets of the mysterious Blue Hole.
Why similar: Fishing 53.3% ★, Crafting 15.2%, Relaxing 13.6%, Exploration 8.7%, Simulation 7.4%
Why You'll Like It: Features an addictive fishing loop paired with restaurant management, offering a unique and highly polished experience.
- #20 Real VR Fishing
83% matchMostly Positive74% of 161 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 36.1% ★, Sports 19.5%, Co-op 10.9%, Multiplayer 8.4%, Relaxing 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: Provides an incredibly immersive and relaxing fishing experience that feels like a true getaway.
- #21 Carp Fishing Simulator
84% matchMixed60% of 228 reviews2021
Dev: Dangerous Derk Interactive
Windows
Carp Fishing Simulator aims to be the most advanced, authentic fishing experience on the market.
Why similar: Fishing 31.6% ★, Sports 15.7%, Immersive Sim 8.8%, Multiplayer 7.6%, Nature 7.3%
Why You'll Like It: A specialized simulator that provides a relaxing and realistic experience for fans of carp angling.
- #22 Fishing Grind
81% matchVery Positive87% of 267 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 27.2% ★, Sports 18%, Nature 15.8%, Realistic 10%, Multiplayer 8.3%
Why You'll Like It: A nature-focused, casual fishing game that emphasizes the relaxing aspects of the hobby.
- #23 Moonglow Bay
81% matchMixed68% of 716 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 42.9% ★, Sailing 33.8% ★, Nature 11.3%, Relaxing 9.3%, 3D 2.7%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, narrative-driven fishing game that emphasizes community and relaxing exploration.
- #24 Intergalactic Fishing
80% matchVery Positive95% of 385 reviews2020
Dev: Boat Anchor Games
Windows
Median: 3.1 hrsMean: 7.7 hrs≥1hr: 79%
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 53.6% ★, Relaxing 11.1%, Nature 9.6%, Sports 8.5%, Simulation 7.7%
Why You'll Like It: A unique, procedural fishing game that incorporates RPG elements and deep simulation mechanics.
- #25 Fishing Paradiso
78% matchVery Positive91% of 322 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 67.1% ★, Immersive Sim 18.9%, Relaxing 14%
Why You'll Like It: A cozy, story-driven fishing game that focuses on character interaction and a relaxing atmosphere.
- #26 Fishing Online
77% matchMixed57% of 131 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 33.7% ★, Sports 15.8%, Crafting 12.6%, Nature 12.5%, Immersive Sim 9.6%
- #27 PRO FISHING SIMULATOR
79% matchMixed57% of 68 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: Sports 44.5%, Fishing 39.6% ★, Simulation 16%
Why You'll Like It: A standard, simulation-focused title that offers a wide variety of gear and locations to explore.
- #28 Professional Fishing 2
76% matchMostly Positive76% of 395 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 49.7% ★, Sports 16.5%, Co-op 10.1%, Simulation 8.5%, Multiplayer 6.8%
- #29 The Catch: Carp & Coarse Fishing
78% matchMostly Positive74% of 362 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: Sports 45.9%, Fishing 24% ★, Simulation 14.4%, Nature 4.8%, Immersive Sim 3.1%
- #30 3D Arcade Fishing
79% matchMixed60% of 55 reviews2016
Dev: bumblebeePub: familyplay
Windows · Mac · Linux
Median: 3.2 hrsMean: 4.2 hrs≥1hr: 84%
3D Arcade Fishing is a fun and easy to learn casual game - great fun for everyone, not just fishing fanatics. Experience the joys of fishing: both the quiet and peace while waiting for the fish to bite and all the thrills of trying to haul in your catch.
Why similar: Sports 39.8%, Fishing 39.5% ★, Simulation 12.6%, Relaxing 6.2%, Indie 1.8%
Why You'll Like It: A casual, arcade-style fishing game that is easy to pick up and play for short sessions.
- #31 theHunter: Call of the Wild™
75% matchVery Positive89% of 195,060 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: Nature 16.8%, Sports 15.3%, Multiplayer 13.5%, Co-op 12.7%, Immersive Sim 11.3%
- #32 Idle Fishing
74% matchVery Positive83% of 1,844 reviews2024
Dev: AO Games
Windows
Median: 6.6 hrsMean: 182.9 hrs≥1hr: 74%
Relax and catch fish in a beautiful environment. Hire skilled crewmates, invest in lucrative buildings, unlock many boats & upgrades. Dive into the challenge of the fishing mini-game for an interactive experience unlike any other!
Why similar: Fishing 63.8% ★, Relaxing 15.8%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Simulation 7.9%, 3D 4.2%
- #33 Worldwide Sports Fishing
77% 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: Sports 34.8%, Fishing 24.6% ★, Simulation 11%, Relaxing 5.8%, Realistic 5.8%
- #34 Open Fishing XL
75% 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 39.6% ★, Nature 15.3%, Sports 10.3%, Relaxing 9.1%, Inventory Management 6.7%
- #35 Cast n Chill
71% matchOverwhelmingly Positive95% of 7,084 reviews2025
Dev: Wombat Brawler
Windows · Mac
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 13.6 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 51.1% ★, Relaxing 13.1%, Nature 13%, Sports 11.1%, Simulation 5%
- #36 Fish Idle 2: Underwater Mystery
73% matchMixed66% of 1,515 reviews2024
Dev: MulticastPub: MulticastGames
Windows
Median: 7.9 hrsMean: 149.0 hrs≥1hr: 80%
Dive into the most fun idle fishing arcade game! Manage your Fish Kingdoms with automated fishing, upgrade your boat and gear, invest in passive income, and outsmart the market. Become the ultimate fish tycoon!
Why similar: Fishing 65.6% ★, Relaxing 14.5%, Atmospheric 9.4%, 3D 9.3%, Indie 1.3%
- #37 Fish Hunters: Most Lethal Fishing Simulator 🐟
72% matchMixed63% of 607 reviews2026
Dev: Pmdk23Pub: Polden Publishing
Windows
Median: 2.0 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 59% ★, Multiplayer 14.7%, First-Person 8.1%, Exploration 7.7%, Simulation 5.7%
- #38 Скуф на рыбалке
71% matchVery Positive93% of 2,864 reviews2025
Dev: KickedMesh
Windows
Median: 48 minMean: 1.5 hrs≥1hr: 41%
Рыбалка никогда не была скучным занятием и она никогда не была на столько весёлой и иммерсивной! Присоединяйся к рядам настоящих скуфов, лови рыбу и веселись
Why similar: Fishing 35.2% ★, Immersive Sim 13.2%, Co-op 9.9%, Nature 9.7%, Simulation 8.8%
- #39 Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition
73% matchMostly Positive77% of 2,710 reviews2020
Dev: Misc Games
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 17.6 hrs≥1hr: 89%
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 55.6% ★, Simulation 14.9%, Sailing 7.9% ★, Realistic 6.7%, Multiplayer 4.6%
- #40 LurkBait Twitch Fishing
71% matchVery Positive91% of 547 reviews2024
Dev: BLAMCAM Interactive
Windows
Median: 75.2 hrsMean: 263.7 hrs≥1hr: 90%
A Twitch powered interactive cozy fishing idle game. Add as an overlay for your stream and let your viewers fish with commands, points, bits or subs. Reel in the lurkers and boost viewer engagement passively with a fun interactive game that runs itself while you focus on your content.
Why similar: Fishing 49% ★, Sports 17%, Nature 11.7%, Simulation 10.2%, Relaxing 7.8%
- #41 Deadliest Catch: The Game
74% matchMixed52% of 1,586 reviews2020
Dev: 4FishingPub: Ultimate Games S.A.
Windows
Median: 2.7 hrsMean: 4.7 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 40.2% ★, Sailing 35.2% ★, Simulation 10.4%, First-Person 6.5%, Relaxing 4%
- #42 GONE Fishing
69% matchVery Positive90% of 2,630 reviews2025
Dev: GONE Studios
Windows
Median: 3.9 hrsMean: 6.3 hrs≥1hr: 90%
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 45% ★, Co-op 14.2%, Multiplayer 11.4%, Nature 11%, First-Person 7%
- #43 The Big Catch: Tacklebox
70% matchVery Positive91% of 3,162 reviews2024
Dev: Filet Group
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 3.2 hrs≥1hr: 48%
Crack open the Tacklebox to show off your platforming prowess and fishing skills in this free prologue to The Big Catch.
Why similar: Fishing 71.4% ★, Exploration 11.4%, Atmospheric 9%, 3D 8.2%
- #44 theHunter Classic
73% matchMixed59% of 44,124 reviews2014
Dev: Expansive Worlds
Windows
Median: 54 minMean: 13.0 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 27.1%, Co-op 20.9%, Sports 17.3%, Simulation 13.5%, Realistic 12.2%
- #45 Finnish Cottage Simulator
69% matchVery Positive93% of 3,294 reviews2024
Dev: RANELA GAMES
Windows
Median: 4.5 hrsMean: 11.4 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: Crafting 14.5%, Multiplayer 14.2%, Sailing 14.2% ★, Realistic 11.9%, Immersive Sim 9.5%
- #46 Catch & Release
72% matchVery Positive89% of 358 reviews2018
Dev: metricminds GmbH & Co KGPub: Advanced Interactive Gaming Ltd.
Windows
Median: 3.0 hrsMean: 4.8 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 49.1% ★, Sports 37.6%, Simulation 13.3%
- #47 Catch & Cook: Fishing Adventure
70% matchMostly Positive73% of 63 reviews2023
Dev: Campfire Studio
Windows · Mac
Catch & Cook is a fishing adventure game in which you are not only a fisherman, but also a restaurant owner. Explore the ocean, catch fish and cook them in your own restaurant. A wide variety of fish, recipes and gameplay mechanics await you. So, what are you waiting for?
Why similar: Fishing 39.7% ★, Sailing 32.2% ★, Immersive Sim 8%, Relaxing 7%, Exploration 5.8%
- #48 Far Fishing
66% matchOverwhelmingly Positive98% of 987 reviews2025
Dev: LostVolBytes
Windows
Median: 2.8 hrsMean: 3.5 hrs≥1hr: 89%
Far Fishing is a short and relaxing fishing game. Set off on a journey to the edge of the world, catching a variety of fish and upgrading your boat along the way.
Why similar: Fishing 70% ★, Relaxing 15.4%, Exploration 9.7%, Simulation 2.5%, Indie 2.4%
- #49 Pancake Sailor
70% matchVery Positive84% of 185 reviews2020
Dev: MarineVerse
Windows · Mac
Relaxing sailing experience. Discover Akalana Islands.
Why similar: Sailing 34.1% ★, Sports 17.3%, Immersive Sim 10.8%, Multiplayer 9.1%, Simulation 6%
- #50 Beneath The Surface
69% matchVery Positive95% of 547 reviews2018
Dev: carla51
Windows · Mac
A relaxing hiatus from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Sit in a remote corner of the world, drop a line, and see what bites.
Why similar: Fishing 55.8% ★, Sports 34.6%, Relaxing 9.6%
- #51 Aquascapers
68% matchMostly Positive73% of 86 reviews2024
Dev: Bewolba Studios
Windows
Bring Nature Home! Experience Aquascapers, a single-player and co-op aquascaping simulation that invites you and friends to discover and gather various ornamental resources for your aquascaping projects. Enhance your business and dominate the market!
Why similar: Immersive Sim 19%, Inventory Management 12%, Realistic 12%, Simulation 10.6%, Relaxing 9.7%
- #52 Internet Fisherman
67% matchMixed50% of 56 reviews2025
Dev: Netzz
Windows
"Internet Fisherman" is an idle fishing game with Steam Community trading, where you can obtain rare fish every 2 hours and add them to your Steam inventory. Players can feed fish to cats to increase affection, and will appear on the affection leaderboard to compete with other players.
Why similar: Fishing 56.8% ★, Inventory Management 27.2%, Simulation 8%, Atmospheric 6.2%, Relaxing 1.8%
- #53 Aquarist - My First Job
68% matchMixed64% of 118 reviews2021
Dev: FreeMind S.A.Pub: PlayWay S.A.
Windows
Get your first job in the Aquarist! Learn how to set up aquarium, decorate it and take care of your fish!
Why similar: Fishing 41.8% ★, Nature 14.9%, Immersive Sim 13.4%, Relaxing 9.8%, First-Person 7%
- #54 VR Regatta - The Sailing Game
68% matchVery Positive85% of 175 reviews2018
Dev: MarineVerse
Windows
Median: 24 minMean: 18.1 hrs≥1hr: 29%
Explore the immersive, inspiring sailing experience that awaits you on the open seas. Veterans of sailing and newcomers alike are invited to discover the relaxation and exploration at Akalana Islands. Time to sail!
Why similar: Sailing 63.8% ★, Sports 33.3%, Multiplayer 0.6%, Relaxing 0.5%, Immersive Sim 0.5%
- #55 Desktop Fishing
64% matchVery Positive90% of 325 reviews2025
Dev: Ostend Games
Windows
Desktop Fishing is a cozy idle game that sits in the corner of your screen. Go about your usual desk work (or don't) while your frog buddy catches fish, discovers new outfits, and unlocks fishing spots.
Why similar: Fishing 63.1% ★, Relaxing 13.4%, Sports 11.4%, Simulation 9.4%, Indie 2.7%
- #56 Dreadline: Net Quota
65% matchMostly Positive71% of 213 reviews2025
Dev: Mana Brigade
Windows · Linux
Median: 1.3 hrsMean: 2.4 hrs≥1hr: 67%
Dreadline: Net Quota is a chaotic co-op game for up to 6 players set on dangerous seas. Catch fish with different rods or spearfishing, keep your boat afloat as systems fail, and survive unpredictable encounters without drowning as everything falls apart.
Why similar: Fishing 38.6% ★, Nature 14.8%, Co-op 13.5%, Multiplayer 9.5%, First-Person 6.5%
- #57 Captain Pawsome
67% matchMixed50% of 72 reviews2023
Dev: Chicken LauncherPub: Awaken Realms
Windows
Set sail with Captain Pawsome on the relaxing 2D fishing adventure! Craft, upgrade, customize, and conquer the high seas. Clean the environment, catch unique fish, and unleash your inner adventurer. Dive in now and make a splash!
Why similar: Fishing 64.4% ★, Relaxing 13.9%, Simulation 8.9%, Exploration 8.9%, Indie 4%