The GOTY Of 2026 Could Be A Fishing Game
Kotaku • • technology
Key Points:
- About Fishing, an upcoming game by The Water Museum creators Arctic Eggs, offers a unique fishing experience blending tranquility with eerie, macabre undertones, centered around a relationship with a grandfather and mysterious local lore.
- The gameplay involves traditional fishing mechanics enhanced by a special technique taught by the grandfather, allowing players to control fish like an RC car, adding depth and strategy to the catch.
- The narrative explores dark themes, including the grandfather's imprisonment and unsettling local mysteries, creating an atmosphere that is unnerving yet captivating rather than outright horror.
- Visually, About Fishing stands out with its innovative use of low-poly graphics, sophisticated lighting, textures, and sound design that evoke both serenity and discomfort, pushing beyond nostalgic aesthetics.
- Early impressions suggest About Fishing could be a standout, ambitious title in 2024, blending immersive storytelling with unique gameplay and artistic presentation.
