Russian Fishing 4

Russian Fishing 4

Released Nov 2021

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.

61% positive · 92K reviews
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Released, ongoing live service game
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Live Service
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Released, ongoing live service game
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Live Service

Where to get it

Free on Steam

Evaluation

Russian Fishing 4 is a free-to-play massively multiplayer fishing simulator that has been running continuously since its Steam launch in November 2021. The game operates as a live service: it features premium subscriptions, purchasable gold coins, recurring seasonal events (New Year events, anniversary challenges), and a steady cadence of content updates. The store description explicitly states that the game's fish species count "will increase even further over time," signaling that content expansion is a core part of the game's design. This is not a game with a defined endpoint — it is built to grow continuously. Developer activity has been consistent and recent. A major content update on June 16, 2025 added an entirely new water body (Elk Lake) with 19 new fish species. Feature patches have been delivered on May 22, 2025, November 12, 2025, December 22, 2025, and May 22, 2026 — the most recent just five weeks before today's date. Bug fix patches appeared in January, February, April, and December 2025, and April 2026. The development team is clearly active and engaged. The game's ninth anniversary was celebrated in May 2026 with a patch note expressing gratitude to players and launching new anniversary challenges, reinforcing that FishSoft LLC continues to treat this as an actively maintained, ongoing product.
Evidence
Anniversary patch celebrating the game's 9th year launched new anniversary challenges with unique rewards, added a secure item trading feature, new reels, and gameplay adjustments. Most recent developer communication as of today.
news post · May 22, 2026 source development ongoing
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New Year 2026 patch delivered a revamped Winding Rivulet water body, expanded tackle shop inventory, new catch information screen, gameplay improvements, and a seasonal event with unique rewards.
news post · Dec 22, 2025 source development ongoing
high

Content

2 of 2 released · no outstanding content

Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
FishSoft LLC
Achievements
145
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player · Multiplayer · PvP

About this game

Experience more than 230 detailed species. Over time, this number will increase even further.

Choose from a huge variety of fishing tackle with hundreds of modern rods, reels and accessories.

Currently, the game offers 18 reservoirs with unique weather conditions and a diverse set of fish.

The game allows free movement on the water bodies, with opportunities to fish both from the shoreline and from a boat.

Various types of fishing have been implemented, such as float, bottom, spinning and marine fishing. Each of them is carefully designed, using real fishing experience, and include a variety of equipment and fishing techniques.

As in real life, the behavior of the fish can vary depending on weather conditions, time of day and other factors.

You are given ample opportunity to develop skills, both relevant to the chosen specialization and in other related areas, including making your own lures, harvesting baits and even cooking.

The game is constantly evolving, and more content will be added to enhance your fishing experience.

Compare your achievements with other players in ratings, qualifications and statistics. Participate in a variety of competitions and tournaments with valuable prizes.

Learn about the fish habits and gain knowledge to assemble the perfect tackle to catch your legendary trophy fish.

Russian Fishing 4 –Meet you at the water’s edge!

Last evaluated Jun 27, 2026
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