Casual
A bright, laid-back fishing arcade with satisfying pull-and-reel feedback.
★★★★☆ 4.3
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Casual · 4.3★
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- Genuinely good writing and characters
- Thumb-friendly skill layout
- Adjustable frame settings for battery
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What readers say
«A bright, laid-back fishing arcade with satisfying pull-and-reel feedback.»
Elin · Big Bass Bonanza
«A story-driven mobile RPG with turn-based combat and a surprisingly warm cast.»
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