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Outbound Reels In Free Fishing Update
Outbound, a cosy camper-van adventure game, has received its first major free content update, introducing a fishing mechanic. The update is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game has already attracted over 250,000 players since its release earlier this year.
Outbound update 1.1 out now, patch notes – fishing and more
The cozy adventure game Outbound has received a major free update on Nintendo Switch, introducing a new fishing system. This update, dubbed The Fishing Update, adds craftable fishing rods, dozens of collectible fish species across various biomes, and new customization options for player homes, alongside numerous bug fixes and gameplay improvements.
“We're gonna need a bigger van!” Outbound Fishing Update Is OUT NOW
The first major content update for the cozy camper-van exploration game Outbound, titled The Fishing Update, is now available for free on all platforms including PC and consoles. This update introduces a fishing ecosystem with various rods and fish species, along with new building options for player homes. The game has seen significant success since its multi-platform launch in May, attracting over a quarter of a million players.
Where to Find and Catch Kestra Eel in Palia
This guide explains how to find and catch the Kestra Eel in Palia, an uncommon fish required for leveling the Fishing Guild and crafting. Players can locate the Kestra Eel in the Royal Highlands Rivers between 9 PM and 3 AM, using Worm Bait and reeling it in after the bobber shakes three times. The Kestra Eel can be sold for gold, gifted to villagers, or used in crafting and cooking.
The Last Gas Station Adds Fishing, New Rewards, and Helpful Kitten Miners
The Last Gas Station, a management simulator, has received a free update introducing fishing, new automation features, and rewards. Players can now catch various fish to complete collections and unlock decorations, while new purchasing upgrades and kitten miners help streamline operations. The game is also available at a 22% discount during the Steam Summer Sale.
Cozy camper van sim Outbound adds fishing and aquariums, why not
The multiplayer van life simulation game Outbound has received its June Patch 1.1, introducing a fishing mechanic with 32 types of fish that can be collected and displayed in aquariums. The developers have stated that fish are intended as decorative collectibles rather than a food source. Future updates will add more wildlife and NPCs.
Dave the Diver In the Jungle: How to Unlock Fishing
This guide explains how to unlock the fishing feature in Dave the Diver: In the Jungle expansion. Players must first obtain the Fishing Rod by completing a quest for the villager Basu, which involves catching a Piraiba Catfish. Once acquired, the fishing rod can be used in specific waterbeds within the jungle areas.
Where to Find and Catch Highland Sturgeon in Palia
This guide details how to find and catch the Highland Sturgeon in Palia, a common fish found in the Royal Highlands Rivers. Players need to use no bait and reel in after the bobber shakes three times. The Highland Sturgeon can be used for crafting, sold for gold, gifted to villagers, or used in cooking.
How to get the fishing rod in Dave the Diver: In the Jungle
This guide explains how to obtain the fishing rod in Dave the Diver's 'In the Jungle' update. Players must first complete a quest for the villager Basu, which involves catching and serving a Piraiba Catfish. Once the quest is fulfilled, Basu will reward the player with the fishing rod, enabling them to fish in various ponds and new locations.
Indie MMORPG Eterspire overhauls its fishing lifeskill today with a new progression system and guild
The indie MMORPG Eterspire has received a significant overhaul to its fishing lifeskill, developed by Stonehollow Workshop. This update introduces a new progression system, a guild system, new fish types up to level 100, and integrates fishing more deeply with the game's overall progression, while also removing the need for bait and adding combat experience gains.
Lost Lures joins Steam Next Fest!
Hatfuls Games announced that its isometric fishing adventure, Lost Lures, will be featured in the upcoming Steam Next Fest. The demo will include new fish species like the Zander and additional lures, alongside features such as co-op fishing for up to six players and economic progression.
Where to Find and Catch Lesser Snakehead in Palia
This guide details how to find and catch the Lesser Snakehead fish in the MMORPG Palia. Players can locate this uncommon fish in the Royal Highlands bay areas, specifically near Enfield Shores or south of Amber Lake. Using Worm Bait is mandatory for catching the Lesser Snakehead, which can be used for crafting, sold for gold, gifted to villagers, or used in cooking.
Palia: How to Get and Use Chum Bucket
This guide explains how to obtain and use the Chum Bucket, a new Epic rarity consumable item in Palia. The Chum Bucket is crafted at a worktable after acquiring its recipe from the Amber Echo Store in Royal Highlands, which requires completing Chapter 3 of the main story. Once used, it creates an area of effect that guarantees Star-Quality fish for five minutes.
About Fishing – Beta Demo | Alpha Beta Gamer
About Fishing is a meditative fishing mystery game where players cast lines, upgrade gear, and explore deeper locations to uncover disturbing secrets. The game features dynamic weather, time, and town residents with their own routines and memories, blending serene gameplay with creeping tension. Created by Kevin from The Water Museum, the beta demo is available on Steam.
Playing its mystery-drenched demo suggests I'll like everything about About Fishing, except the fishing
The demo for the upcoming angler-detective mystery game About Fishing showcases its intriguing narrative and creepy rural setting, though the fishing mechanics themselves are noted as a potential drawback. While the core gameplay loop of catching fish is described as imprecise and frustrating, the game offers a more enjoyable use of fishing tackle for subaquatic exploration and puzzle-solving, making the overall experience compelling despite its namesake activity.
Demos and Freebies
The game About Fishing, available on PC via Steam, offers a relaxing fishing experience with the promise of rewards for each cast. The description hints at uncovering hidden elements beyond simple catches.
This Is the Most Intriguing and Unsettling Game About Fishing Coming to PS5
Playstack and The Water Museum have released a new trailer for the upcoming PlayStation 5 adventure game, About Fishing. The game blends the meditative rhythm of fishing with a quiet mystery, featuring retro visuals and hinting at uneasy truths to be discovered beneath the surface.
About Fishing keeps reeling me in further with its creepy, nostalgic vibes
About Fishing is an unsettling angling simulator revealed at the PC Gaming Show, featuring PS1-inspired visuals and a creepy, nostalgic vibe similar to Dredge. Players control the fishing hook directly, with mechanics allowing for deep exploration of lakes, rivers, and oceans, hinting at a larger mystery beyond just fishing. A demo is available on Steam.
Where to Find and Catch Amber Moray in Palia
This guide details how to find and catch the rare Amber Moray fish in Palia, which is crucial for leveling up the Fishing Guild and unlocking new crafting recipes. The Amber Moray can be found in the Royal Highlands Rivers at night and requires Glow Worm Bait to catch. It is used for crafting, completing quests, and can be sold for Gold.
Lovecraftian fishing horror Dreadmoor launches in Q4 2026
The Lovecraftian fishing horror game Dreadmoor is set to launch for PC in Q4 2026. Developed by newcomer studio Dream Dock, the first-person adventure features survival mechanics, crafting, boat customization, and combat against grotesque sea creatures in a flooded post-apocalyptic world.
