Fish3: First Catch
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About Fish3: First Catch
Fish3: First Catch is a chaotic speed-fishing simulator with racing and adventure elements. Developed by Bakery of Games and released on November 6, 2025, it pits players against time-attack stages, dual-rod fishing, and underwater spear-fishing in a surreal aquatic world. The hook? Your boat runs on live fish, which changes how you handle each mission. The game’s dreamlike visuals and bizarre creature encounters make it feel like a fever dream at sea. Best described as a mix of racing, fishing, and platform-hopping all powered by your ability to catch, and manage, strange sea life.
Gameplay
The core loop revolves around catching fish to power your boat, which affects speed and maneuverability. Time-attack stages require racing through floating debris and avoiding predators while maintaining momentum. Dual-rod fishing forces split attention between two rods, making it frantic and prone to missed hooks. Underwater spear-fishing slows the pace, demanding precise aiming at camouflaged targets. Controls are tight but occasionally glitchy, especially when switching between mechanics mid-mission. Sessions feel like a rollercoaster of stress and small victories, with each stage demanding a different strategy. The surreal environments, think floating islands and neon coral reefs, add to the disorienting energy.
What Players Think
PlayPile players gave it an 8.2/10 rating, with an 84% completion rate. Average playtime is 6 hours, and 70% of the community labeled it “quirky and fun” while 30% found it “frustrating.” One user wrote, “The fish-powered boat mechanic is either genius or a mess, but it keeps you hooked.” Critics praised the visual style but noted inconsistent difficulty spikes. Achievement data shows 45 total milestones, with 70% of players hitting 15. The game’s polarizing design split opinions: some love the absurdity, others feel it lacks polish.
PlayPile's Take
Fish3: First Catch is a gamble. At $19.99, it offers a short but varied experience, with 45 achievements providing some long-term goals. Best for fans of zany, high-energy games who don’t mind a lack of depth. The surreal charm and chaotic mechanics work for some, but the inconsistent pacing and occasional bugs might sour others. If you crave a fishing-racing hybrid that leans into weird, give it a spin. Otherwise, pass.
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