Casual
A laid-back fishing game with a cheerful lakeside mood and satisfying tap-to-cast controls.
★★★★☆ 4.3
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Casual · 4.3★
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69articles written
2years running
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«A laid-back fishing game with a cheerful lakeside mood and satisfying tap-to-cast controls.»
Jonas · Big Bass Bonanza
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