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Want To Be A Fisherman? Fishing Planet Is Planning A Linux Release

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Not the news I expected to hit my inbox this week. Fishing Planet an online fishing game aimed at realism is heading to Linux.

I found an interesting video on it, and it looks okay:
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The developer confirmed it's coming on their Steam forum:
QuoteNext week we will start Linux tests. Along with a SteamOS tests.


About the game
Fishing Planet is a unique and highly realistic online first-person multiplayer fishing simulator developed by avid fishing enthusiasts for anglers to bring you the full thrill of actual angling! Choose your lures, make your trophy catches, discover new possibilities and sharpen your real angling skills anywhere, anytime with your friends!

Not sure how many of you it will interest, could be amusing, could be as boring as fishing in real life!

Thanks for letting me know AndyMcDandyCDN. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
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mao_dze_dun Oct 30, 2015
I don't get fishing/hunting games. I really don't.
Eike Oct 30, 2015
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Quoting: maodzedunI don't get fishing/hunting games. I really don't.

I never tried any, but still...
I can imagine sitting for hours in nature and waiting for the fish to bite is relaxing, somewhat adventurous, you're in nature and all that. But a game hasn't got lots of these features...
tuubi Oct 30, 2015
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Quoting: EikeI can imagine sitting for hours in nature and waiting for the fish to bite is relaxing, somewhat adventurous, you're in nature and all that. But a game hasn't got lots of these features...
But it's got a lot of features nature doesn't. Like being able to go fishing for a short stint anytime you feel like it and doing it from the comfort of your own home. And not having to sit for hours and wait for the fish to bite is a big plus in my book. I'm not exactly the restless type, but real fishing is a bit boring. ;) I prefer to enjoy nature in some other way.
Beamboom Oct 30, 2015
Quoting: maodzedunI don't get fishing/hunting games. I really don't.

It's the same thing as with those flight simulators where you fly, in realtime, for hours to do a regular, simulated landing at recreations of real airports. If you are into flying that can be a really cool thing to do. It's just not for the masses.

Or that truck simulator we got on Linux as well. It's about simulating a real-life activities that, for the right persons, are fascinating.


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mao_dze_dun Oct 30, 2015
Yeah, but in simulators you're actually doing something. In these games you're essentially doing nothing in front of a lit monitor. I don't know - I guess to each his own, but I won't get it in a million years.
Orkultus Oct 30, 2015
Hell yeah! Linux needs some games like this. I would also like a deer hunter game as well. I dont hunt in real life, but i do love how sneaky and stealthy you need to be.
inlinuxdude Oct 30, 2015
Yes!! I've been waiting on a fishing game on Linux for forever!!! :) (mostly serious)
tuubi Oct 30, 2015
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Quoting: maodzedunYeah, but in simulators you're actually doing something. In these games you're essentially doing nothing in front of a lit monitor. I don't know - I guess to each his own, but I won't get it in a million years.
Did you watch the video? They call it a simulator, but it seems you catch something twice a minute. Not very realistic, but less boring than in real life, and nothing compared to the tedium of many of the more realistic simulators.

What exactly don't you get though? I certainly get why people might like MMOs or engage in the horror that is competitive online FPS games, even if I'd personally rather chew on rocks while sitting naked on an anthill than play them. To each their own, as they say.


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inlinuxdude Oct 30, 2015
Quoting: maodzedunYeah, but in simulators you're actually doing something. In these games you're essentially doing nothing in front of a lit monitor. I don't know - I guess to each his own, but I won't get it in a million years.

Have you ever been fishing in real life, sir? There is a whole ton of strategy involved (as well as some luck). The more you learn about fishing, and the more effectively you employ the strategies you learn, the more fish you will catch. It is almost like a real life vidya game in itself. So, not only can you replicate that on your electronic device, but if it is a good simulator, and can help teach and develop this myriad of strategies that can help one to become a better real life fisherman (or woman), as well as having a blast while playing the simulator.
rustybroomhandle Oct 30, 2015
Dovetail Fishing also showing some Linux signs on SteamDB
http://store.steampowered.com/app/314520/
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