Fishing: North Atlantic - Enhanced Edition

Picked this game up on sale for around $3. 52 hours in and have done and seen everything. $3 for 50 hours of fun is money well spent. Wouldn't pay full price for it though.

A very niche game, for sure. But it is the best 'commercial fishing simulator' out there right now. Even today, I would recommend this version over the newer "Ships at Sea" title that they are working on. This game is at least 'feature complete'. There are bugs and oddities here and there but you will survive them.

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Fishing: North Atlantic sets out to deliver a full commercial fishing simulation, immersing the player in the cold, expansive waters off Nova Scotia. From the very beginning, the game makes clear that its focus is on authenticity and scale rather than arcade-style quick gratification. You start with modest equipment and a small vessel, gradually learning the rhythms of the sea—reading sonar, monitoring weather shifts, plotting routes, and choosing fishing methods suited to the season. The map is enormous, stretching across wide stretches of coastline dotted with ports, fisheries, and markets, giving the sense of working within a real commercial ecosystem. The game encourages a slow but steady progression, where patience, planning, and skillful boat handling matter as much as your choice of gear. A significant appeal of Fishing: North Atlantic lies in the variety of fishing techniques you’re given access to as your career expands. The game features methods such as longline fishing, deep-line, net hauling, trawling, harpooning, and crustacean trapping, each with its own mechanics and learning curve. This variety prevents the experience from feeling one-note and gives players multiple ways to refine their approach. Harpooning offers fast, hands-on action where precision matters; trawling becomes a test of route planning and catch management; lobster and crab pots require patience and systematic retrieval. The assortment of vessels is equally broad, ranging from small single-person boats to massive industrial trawlers, all modeled with appreciable detail both visually and mechanically. Upgrades, crew management, and fuel planning add layers of strategic depth beyond simply catching fish. One of the game’s strongest qualities is its atmosphere. Being out on the water can feel breathtaking when weather conditions shift from calm seas to towering waves rolling beneath your hull. Sunrises, storms, fog banks, and wind-whipped nights create a sense of presence that makes long journeys feel immersive even when they’re slow. Sound design enhances this feeling with creaking decks, engine hums, and the constant roar of the ocean. When everything works smoothly, piloting a vessel through rough waters or guiding your boat into a quiet harbor can feel deeply satisfying. These quieter moments contribute just as much to the game’s identity as the hands-on fishing sequences. Yet this commitment to realism comes with drawbacks. Many players will find the pacing deliberately slow, especially in the early hours when your boat is underpowered and your income is limited. Long stretches of travel, waiting for gear to fill, or sailing across great distances can test the patience of those expecting a more dynamic loop. The simulation layer, though ambitious, is not always consistent in execution. Certain fishing mechanics feel underdeveloped or overly repetitive, and some systems—such as crew behavior, catch sorting, and crustacean hauling—can come across as cumbersome rather than engaging. Bugs and technical issues have also been a recurring point of criticism. Problems ranging from disappearing crew members to glitched equipment or unstable textures can disrupt the otherwise immersive experience. Despite these imperfections, Fishing: North Atlantic has lasting appeal for players who take pleasure in slow-burn simulation and methodical progression. There is a real satisfaction in moving from a small boat to a towering trawler, learning the finer points of each fishing method, and optimizing routes and workflows to turn a profit. The sheer number of vessels and the variety of techniques provide meaningful replayability for those who enjoy mastering detailed systems. Even when the game’s rough edges show, its ambition and scope give it a character that resonates strongly with fans of deep simulation. Ultimately, Fishing: North Atlantic succeeds most when approached with the mindset of a true simulator rather than a fast-paced game. It offers expansive oceans to explore, realistic fishing methods to learn, and a peaceful yet demanding environment to work within. Its flaws—uneven polish, occasional bugs, and slow early-game pacing—are notable, but they don’t overshadow the sense of scale and immersion it provides. For players who enjoy realistic maritime environments, complex equipment, and the steady rhythm of life at sea, this game offers a rewarding and often absorbing experience. Rating: 7/10

WHY IS THIS GAME NOT MULTIPLAYER???????

What an absolute gem of a game. Turn off Fast Travel and enable Port Patrol and Habitat Extinction. It will make a nice simulator. Enjoy the music and sounds of the sea. The map is so an almost 1:1 replica of Nova Scotia in Canada. Compare the map to google maps, it's insane. A fishing trip actually takes an in game day. You feel the progress and is a joy to play. You can easily get hundreds of hours out of this one. Very nice graphics and sound, no bugs yet, well optimised, it runs so well and efficient, it's unreal how they made it consume so little resources. Thumbs up devs. Well done!

そもそもチュートリアルのミニゲームの円が動かず先に進めない 発売されてこんなに立っているのに底はえ縄漁のチュートリアルすらまともに終えれないのは本当に意味が分からない 前作もチュートリアルの説明不足で詰んだが今作はもっとひどい詰む以前に先に進めない ゲームとして成り立っていない 薬でもやりながら作ったのか？ このゲームの一部の移動方法は目的地までに現実時間で数時間要します。 あ、チュートリアルすらまともにできないやんけと気づいたころにはもう返金不可 販売するべきゲームではないのでは