The Fisherman - Fishing Planet
Released Oct 2019
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.
63% positive · 1,454 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Where to buy
Steam $29.99
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Evaluation
The Fisherman – Fishing Planet launched on October 17, 2019, alongside two cosmetic/gear DLC packs. The only substantial post-launch expansion was Blue Crab Island, released on September 18, 2020, which added a new waterway, fish species, and gear. That expansion was first teased in a March 13, 2020 developer post, and when it shipped in September 2020, the teaser's promise was fully delivered. All three DLC entries in the store are marked as released, with the most recent dated September 18, 2020. Since that release, the developer's news activity has consisted entirely of community events and esports posts — no new content announcements, no roadmap, and no further development communications. The store description references "seasonal events and free updates," but no major content has shipped since September 2020, and no further updates have been announced. With only one major content release in the game's post-launch history and no developer communications pointing toward additional content, the game appears to have reached the end of its content development cycle as of September 18, 2020.
Evidence
Blue Crab Island Expansion released — the only substantial post-launch content addition. All three DLC entries are now marked as released.
Blue Crab Island DLC launched alongside a free patch. This is the most recent major content release and the last substantive developer news post.
Content
3 of 3 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Fishing Planet LLC
Achievements
18
Platform
Windows
Controller
—
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Multiplayer · PvP
About this game
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. Whether you are an amateur who wants to learn or a seasoned angler, The Fisherman will give you the experience to improve your real-life fishing skills.
AUTHENTIC FISHING
- Learn to fish properly by following the training missions or jump straight into the game by trying to lure the biggest fish. The Fisherman adapts to your level.
- Hook 143 different species of fish, each displaying unique and true-to-life behaviour.
- Master four different fishing techniques: float fishing, spinning, bottom fishing and trolling.
TOTAL IMMERSION
- From the water spray and ripples to the fauna and flora, everything has been included to transport you to the water's edge and ensure each fishing trip is unique.
- Dynamic weather, a day/night cycle and four seasons guarantee a different experience each play session.
- Be awed by the stunning graphics that use photogrammetry for incredibly detailed realism.
TONS OF CONTENT
- Explore 19 lake and river environments from the Florida Everglades to the banks of the Volga in Russia to the Gand-Terneuzen canal in the Netherlands.
- Set up your rod by choosing the right rig from over 1,000 different products, each with unique physical properties.
- Boats, kayaks, sonar, bait, apparel… Find all the gear and latest technologies.
EVEN MORE REASONS TO FISH
- Pit yourself against other anglers around the world in single-player and co-op competitions to win prizes and ultimate bragging rights.
- Join a lively community of fellow anglers and create teams.
- Enjoy seasonal events and free updates.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 26, 2026
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