Fish Game

PC (Microsoft Windows) • 2023

2023

Quick resume

Fish Game is a detailed and highly “sofishticated” freshwater aquarium simulator, lovingly crafted *by* enthusiasts *for* enthusiasts! Featuring fish with personalities and dynamic relationships, water quality modeling, and so much more! Made with support from our friends at Smarter Every Day!

Global score

93/100

Genres

Casual, Indie, Simulator

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Pros

Realistic and detailed aquarium simulation
Highly customizable tanks and aquascaping
Relaxing and immersive gameplay
Active and responsive developer community
No currency or microtransactions

Cons

Early access with some bugs and missing features
Limited fish variety and no saltwater content yet
Lack of automation for tank maintenance
Some ui and control clunkiness
No competitive or multiplayer modes

Motivations

Autonomy

Game with the same Autonomy vibe

4

"Players have freedom to design aquariums, choose fish combinations, and customize layouts with sandbox and campaign modes offering different levels of control."

Megaquarium
"Players have freedom to design tanks, choose fish and plants, and manage aquarium conditions with sandbox style gameplay and no currency constraints."
Competence

Game with the same Competence vibe

3

"Game involves skillful aquarium setup, balancing fish needs, and overcoming technical challenges like tank maintenance."

Aquarist
"Players engage in realistic fishkeeping tasks requiring monitoring fish health, water chemistry, and tank maintenance, with feedback on fish behavior and tank status."
Competition

Game with the same Competition vibe

-4

"No evidence of competitive modes or comparison to others; focus is on personal aquarium creation and management."

FISHERY
"Focus is on personal aquarium management and creativity without competitive or ranked elements."
Continuation

Game with the same Continuation vibe

4

"Many players report long play sessions and habitual engagement with aquarium building and management."

Aquarist
"Many players report long play sessions, habitual engagement, and addiction to tank building and fish collecting."
Cooperation

Game with the same Cooperation vibe

-5

"Gameplay is primarily single-player and individual, with no cooperative multiplayer or teamwork."

Lakeview Valley
"Gameplay is primarily single-player and independent without cooperative multiplayer or teamwork."
Creativity

Game with the same Creativity vibe

5

"Strong emphasis on creating and modifying aquariums, including tank design, decoration, and fish selection."

Aquarium Designer
"Strong emphasis on aquascaping, tank customization, plant trimming, and creative fish tank design."
Domination

Game with the same Domination vibe

-5

"No elements of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are with environment and fish only."

Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator
"No evidence of exerting control or superiority over others; interactions are with fish and environment only."
Escapism

Game with the same Escapism vibe

4

"Players use the game as a relaxing escape and stress relief through immersive aquarium simulation."

Aquarist
"Many players use the game as a relaxing escape and stress relief, enjoying immersive aquarium simulation."
Expectation

Game with the same Expectation vibe

-4

"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and hobby passion, not due to obligation or pressure."

Behind Glass: Aquarium Simulator
"Players engage voluntarily out of intrinsic interest and hobby passion rather than obligation or pressure."
Experimenting

Game with the same Experimenting vibe

4

"Players try new tank designs, fish combinations, and experiment with aquascaping elements."

Aquarium Designer
"Players experiment with different fish species, tank layouts, and aquascaping techniques, exploring new combinations."
Exploration

Game with the same Exploration vibe

3

"Players discover new fish species and unlock new tanks, satisfying curiosity and collection drives."

Chillquarium
"Players discover new fish, plants, and decorations through shop rotations and unlocks, encouraging exploration."
Expression

Game with the same Expression vibe

5

"High level of self-expression through tank customization, decoration, and fish selection."

FISHERY
"High degree of self-expression through tank design, fish naming, and detailed customization."
Fantasy

Game with the same Fantasy vibe

-3

"Game simulates realistic fishkeeping and aquarium management, with no strong fantasy or fictional elements."

Chillquarium
"Game simulates realistic freshwater aquarium keeping with accurate fish behaviors and ecosystem management."
Fellowship

Game with the same Fellowship vibe

2

"Some community interaction exists via Discord and developer involvement, but gameplay is primarily solo."

Bulwark: Falconeer Chronicles
"Some community interaction via Discord and shared enthusiasm, but gameplay is mostly solo."
Growth

Game with the same Growth vibe

3

"Players learn about fish care, aquarium management, and improve skills over time."

Aquarist
"Players learn about fish care, water chemistry, and aquarium management, improving skills over time."
Health

Game with the same Health vibe

-4

"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."

Mortal Kombat 11
"Sedentary gameplay with no physical activity involved."
Idle

Game with the same Idle vibe

-3

"Requires active attention during fishing and managing gear; not suitable for background play."

Professional Fishing
"Requires regular attention to fish needs and tank maintenance; not suited for purely background play."
Intimacy

Game with the same Intimacy vibe

1

"Some social interaction in community channels, but limited evidence of close personal relationships formed in-game."

ScooterFlow
"Limited social interaction mostly through community channels; no close relationship mechanics in-game."
Leadership

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Progression

Game with the same Progression vibe

3

"Players accumulate experience points to unlock skills and upgrades, and collect items throughout the world."

Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst
"Players accumulate experience points to unlock new fish, plants, tanks, and tools."
Relaxation

Game with the same Relaxation vibe

5

"Game is described as soothing, chill, and relaxing with a calming soundtrack and low stress."

Touhou Mystia's Izakaya
"Game is widely described as relaxing, chill, and zen with soothing music and calming gameplay."
Sensation

Game with the same Sensation vibe

3

"Enjoyable visuals, realistic fish models, and immersive audio provide sensory stimulation."

Professional Fishing
"Enjoyable visuals, fish animations, and sound design provide sensory pleasure without overwhelming stimuli."
Status

Game with the same Status vibe

-4

"Achievements and social recognition are minimal; focus is on personal satisfaction."

Car Mechanic Simulator 2015
"Achievements and social recognition are minimal or absent; focus is personal satisfaction."
Story

Game with the same Story vibe

-4

"No significant narrative or plot; gameplay centers on sandbox building and simulation."

Trainz: A New Era
"No narrative or plot; gameplay centers on sandbox aquarium simulation."
Strategy

Game with the same Strategy vibe

3

"Requires planning and problem solving in tank design, water chemistry balance, and fish compatibility."

FISHERY
"Players plan tank layouts, species compatibility, and water chemistry management requiring problem solving."
Thrill

Game with the same Thrill vibe

-3

"Gameplay is low risk and calm; no suspense or high-stakes challenges."

Bandle Tale: A League of Legends Story
"Gameplay is low risk and calm; no suspense or high stakes."
Value

Game with the same Value vibe

3

"Players generally feel the game offers good value for time spent, especially with ongoing updates."

Surviving the Aftermath
"Players feel they get good value for time spent, with ongoing updates and content expansions."
Violence

Game with the same Violence vibe

-5

"No combat or destruction; focus on repair and maintenance."

Tin Can
"No combat or destruction; focus on care and maintenance."
Survival

Game with the same Survival vibe

2

"Some elements of avoiding fish death and maintaining tank health, but low risk overall."

Aquarist
"Players manage fish health and avoid failure through maintenance, but environment is stable and low threat."

Analysis

Broadly representative of its motivational profile, with a few distinct shifts. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Fantasy, Violence, Story, Thrill. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Intimacy, Fellowship, Survival.

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Last update: 30/04/2026

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