Publisher Playstack and Arctic Eggs developer The Water Museum have announced About Fishing, a fishing mystery game “made out of love for Shenmue and SEGA Bass Fishing.” It will be available for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. A release date was not announced.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
About Fishing is a fishing mystery game that blends the calm, meditative rhythm of fishing with the quiet tension of discovery. It drifts between serenity and unease, as every catch brings you closer to uncovering what lies beneath.
Key Features
- Fishing is Everything – Each catch feels distinct, with its own patterns and behaviors waiting to be learned. Cast your line, trade your catch, upgrade your gear and explore new depths.
- Fishing for Clues – Every cast is a chance to uncover something unexpected. The fish you catch become your guides, helping you reach fragments of a long-forgotten mystery hidden beneath the surface. You can lose yourself in the calm of fishing or follow the clues the water offers.
- A Place Where You Belong – The world around you moves with time and weather. Fish linger beneath the surface, people follow quiet routines, and the town changes with each passing day. Each person you meet carries their own memories and small joys. Their lives unfold around you, drawing you closer to the peace of a place that slowly begins to feel like home.
Staff
- About Fishing is developed by Kevin (The Water Museum), creator of Arctic Eggs. Made out of love for Shenmue and SEGA Bass Fishing.
- Artist: Angel Perez
- Guzman Composer: Cameron Ginex
Important Disclaimer
No fish were harmed in the making of About Fishing. Can’t say the same for the curly fries.
Watch the announcement trailer below.