Ridiculous Fishing

Ridiculous Fishing$2.25

Rated 4.54/5 (13,586) —  Free Android application by Vlambeer

About Ridiculous Fishing

A handcrafted game about fishing with guns, chainsaws & toasters.

*****Now with Google Play Game Services leaderboards and achievements!*****

Follow Billy as he tries to find redemption from his uncertain past. Chase your destiny on the high seas and embark on a heroic quest for glory and gills.

* Hours of gameplay across the continents including a never-ending Infinite arcade world.
* Dozens of unlockables, weapons and items including popular fishing gear like the Most Expensive Hairdryer In The World and A Bowling Ball.
* Fish that become hats.
* No IAP - buy the game, play the game. No additional costs, no hidden fees. Even the hats are IAP-free.
* Fish that become hats.


Based on Vlambeer's popular 2010 original, Ridiculous Fishing was lovingly handcrafted over the course of two years by Vlambeer (Super Crate Box), Zach Gage (Spelltower, Bit Pilot, Unify) and Greg Wohlwend (Hundreds, Solipskier, Gasketball).

Winner of a mobile Design Award in 2013; Nominated for the 2011 Independent Games Festival Awards; Declared Most Important News Story 2011 by industry magazine Control International; Featured in The New York Times.

"Ridiculous Fishing is such a complete package that it's an effortless recommendation." ~ Eli Hodapp (TouchArcade) - (5 / 5)

"Every aspect of the game, from the rewarding upgrade system to the unique graphics, displays an intricate craftsmanship we rarely see on [mobile]." ~ Chris Reed (Slide2Play) - (4 / 4)

"Vlambeer's game is, as its title suggests, ridiculous. In its simple, gleeful rhythms of play, it's sublime, too." ~ EDGE - (9 / 10)

"One of the most mechanically satisfying experiences you'll ever find, and wrapped in a dazzlingly cool aesthetic." ~ Eli Cymet (Gamezebo) - (5 / 5)

"It makes the mass destruction of innocent sea life absolutely adorable." ~ Andrew Webster (The Verge)

"I've come to think of Ridiculous Fishing as the unofficial game of Wes Anderson's movie The Life Aquatic." ~ Rob Hearn (PocketGamer)

"Ridiculous Fishing is from an alternate [mobile] gaming universe where Nintendo is the production quality standard and action is everything." ~ Robert Ashley (A Life Well Wasted)

"A rare pearl amidst the endless sardines of [mobile] games." ~ Chris Bateman (International Hobo)

"I'm hooked up to an IV and playing Ridiculous Fishing. One is medicine, the other is a painkiller." ~ Ben Kuchera (PA Report)

"Ridiculous Fishing is something very special." ~ exp. Magazine

***IMPORTANT NOTE*** - If you are only seeing a black screen when running the game, please enable Developer Options under Settings and then make sure the "Disable HW overlays" option is selected (i.e. there's a checkmark in the box). Then try running the game again. If that doesn't help, please email us!

Also, Android tablets with a width of <640 pixels are not supported, including the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0.

How to Download / Install

Download and install Ridiculous Fishing version 1.2.2.4 on your Android device!
Downloaded 100,000+ times, content rating: Not rated
Android package: com.vlambeer.RidiculousFishing, download Ridiculous Fishing.apk

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Game History & Updates

What's Changed
- Fixed issue on devices with a particular Vivante GPU where the game would black screen while playing.
If you are still only seeing a black screen when running the game, please enable Developer Options under Settings and then make sure the "Disable HW overlays" option is selected (i.e. there's a checkmark in the box). Then try running the game again. If that doesn't help, email us!
IMPORTANT: Android tablets with a width of <640 pixels are not supported, including the Galaxy Tab 3 7.0.
More downloads  Ridiculous Fishing reached 100 000 - 500 000 downloads
More downloads  Ridiculous Fishing reached 50 000 - 100 000 downloads
Price update  Price changed from $2.99 to $2.25.

What are users saying about Ridiculous Fishing

I70%
by I####:

This is simply one of the best mobile games of all time. Gameplay is fun and extremely addicting and has zero in app purchases. I had to edit my old review as all of the optimization issues when this port was first released have been fixed! You simply can't do much better than this.

J70%
by J####:

I gave everything a 5 except for the graphics, even though I love the style more than almost any game. The reason I only gave the graphics a 4 is because I still get lag on my s7 edge. Also some of the icons for the fish get all miss-shapen and stretched. Either way, this is definetly my favorite game I've ever playing on android. The ending was amazing and the hunt for the rarest fish in the end game is very amusing. My only real problem is that the game is a bit too short. Sequel pleasssssssse!

U70%
by U####:

I've uninstalled and restarted my phone multiple times to try and get past the loading screen but it never works. I hear the sound just fine, but I can't play it. I'm very disappointed about this because I was looking forward to the game.

U70%
by U####:

Gray screen when I start up. I hear the sound track and touch controls work, and the tutorial icons show up but everything else including the actual game is just a flat gray screen. I won't rate it bad just for that but I will request a refund.

U70%
by U####:

A fantastic mobile game. You can turn it on and play a round in less than a minute, and there is plenty of content to keep you occupied for a long time. Definitely worth buying. Great music too, and has a distinct visual style.

R70%
by R####:

I once got this game with a humble indie bundle, I had so much fun back then that I wanted to buy it again. Now I got it from the store ... it's buggy. Unplayable too, after a few minutes of playing the resolution changes and I can't see what's going on anymore because it's outside of the screen.

U70%
by U####:

I picked this game up on my old phone and really enjoyed it. Unfortunately since I have upgraded to an S6 I have been unable to play this game as all I can see is a blank grey screen with the tutorial overlays on top. I have seen from other reviews that this problem is not uncommon and the only fix is to enable developer mode on my phone, something I'm not comfortable doing. I hope this issue is fixed soon, but until then I advise caution.

O70%
by O####:

Having seen Ridiculous Fishing continue to pop up on numerous "must play" lists, I finally decided to see what the hype was about. And to be honest I'm a touch confused. It's not a bad game, but it's far from the hugely addictive game that it is made out to be and I've found myself bored of the repetitive nature of it already after only the first day.

U70%
by U####:

Initially very fun and new but after the first 10 min it's the same gameplay and mechanics. The saws are different but not much. Just 4 levels and any differences are purely visual. Not worth £2 IMHO.

U70%
by U####:

The game is super entertaining, and I'm trying hard to collect all the fish and upgrades. Who knew this could be so entertaining? The only issue I've had so far is that the music seemed to have turned off and the options menu doesn't have an option? I don't know what happened. Was really neat music with going backwards!

U70%
by U####:

This game is really fun and silly . It is simple and very addictive. Try to go as deep to the ocean as you can and then try to catch as much fish as possible. This is not a very long game and you probably can finish it within 2-3 hours. Sometimes I felt the game I getting very repetitive where I had to catch one or two species to move to the next level. But nothing else to complain about. Get this game and enjoy a wild ride

K70%
by K####:

I have had the misfortune of buying this app, learning it doesn't work, getting a refund, forgetting and buying it again sometime later, and learning it doesn't work again. So now I'm stuck with none of my money back and an app that doesn't work. I am not the only user with this problem, looking through the reviews it seems to be the S6 in general. I've also read that update on this game can take a very long time. I can't help but feel they'd be really close to 5 stars if they fixed the S6 problem.

Q70%
by Q####:

The newest version of the stock Oxygen os for my 1Plus2 seems to have broken the graphics. The screen goes white after the loading screen and it's working, just a white screen. The quit option appears as normal. I'll check back to see if this gets resolved and will change my rating accordingly.

Q70%
by Q####:

I've been scouring the maelstrom for hours, there's one last fish I need to find and I simply can't get to it. I don't understand why it's so far up the list if it's so rare. Shouldn't it be near the bottom? Also, neat trick with those last four, it was fun trying to do that without using the drill.

W70%
by W####:

Bought the game and when I open it all I see is a blank screen and nothing happens. I can hear the audio but there's no visuals. Extremely unhappy with my purchase due to not being able to even use it.

V70%
by V####:

To fix the grey screen issue go onto settings then development options and turn on the 'Disable hardware overlays' option. The fact the game makers have left us to figure this out is wrong and it should be fixed so we shouldn't have to do it. Once done the game should work though.

K70%
by K####:

Seems like a great idea and looks interesting but it doesn't work on a galaxy s6. At the moment it's just a grey screen and some text but you can't see anything. I'd appreciate if you could fix this because as of now I've just wasted my money which sucks. TL;DR This game does not work on a galaxy s6, don't buy it if you have one. Devs, pls fix.

M70%
by M####:

Avoid all the fish going down, and then grab everything as you make your way back to the surface, then shoot everything and make red rain. Just pay for the game (no IAP's here) and you are done.

Q70%
by Q####:

Gray screen when I start up. I hear the sound track and touch controls work, and the tutorial icons show up but everything else including the actual game is just a flat gray screen. I won't rate it bad just for that but I will request a refund.

F70%
by F####:

The first time I opened the app it sat at a grey screen and gave me the dialog for the tutorial and when I restarted my phone it got stuck on the loading screen while still saying I was playing the game. I have the new galaxy s6 phone. The game looks beautiful I just wish I could play it. EDIT: I'm still having the grey screen issue and I requested a refund months ago and haven't been contacted by the makers still. Buy at your own risk.

Q70%
by Q####:

I've uninstalled and restarted my phone multiple times to try and get past the loading screen but it never works. I hear the sound just fine, but I can't play it. I'm very disappointed about this because I was looking forward to the game.

Q70%
by Q####:

Grey screen at launch with full audio. Do not purchase as of right now; this issue has been persisting for months. EDIT; Reopening the app a few times corrects this bug. Score changed from 1-3 for this inconvenience.

Q70%
by Q####:

It is not entirely fixed but if you have a white screen and disabling overlays is not helping try locking your device while on that screen. I have not entirely tested this so i apologise if it does not work

C70%
by C####:

I've played this on my friends phone and I decided to buy it but it doesn't work on my s6 edge, the screen becomes grey and I can't see anything other than the dialogue. I got a refund once but I bought it again to try to reinstall it. I'm not sure how to fix it or get a refund

A70%
by A####:

I bought this game hoping for some entertainment worth the $3. What I got was the screen to glitch white while the subtitles at the bottom shown. I cant even refund this stupid game.... if i could refund itd be 2 stars but nope... -$3 Bank Account.... Pepe pls fix. -rep game doesn't work

S70%
by S####:

What I love about this game is not only is it incredibly addicting and well made, but it doesn't have any stupid in-game micro transactions. Great music and perfect time killer with a surprisingly heartfelt ending.

Q70%
by Q####:

Love the game more then first born child I am yet to have! One issue is I chose to go to the original area after getting enough fish to move to third world and now I'm stuck in home waters catching narwhals reaching the bottom every time! Is this a glitch or am I just blind?

Q70%
by Q####:

I was hesitant at first, but I love this game. I honestly cried at the end of the arctic level. It hit me right in the feels. You are nothing without this game. The art of Fishing with toasters and chainsaws while dual-wielding miniguns. Great story.

Q70%
by Q####:

The ending tugs in your heart strings after tons of fun game time. Its something worth the money. Not many games are this addicting. Only problem was that it was too short in my opinion

A70%
by A####:

If you have the newest android phone. Dont even waste your time paying for this game. It wont work! It just shows a white screen and occasionally a menu bar will pop up. But nothing works. So save your money and don't waste your time with this game.

D70%
by D####:

Amazing game for mobile standards, switched to next gen devices and now the game only dosplays a grey screen with music running on an endless loop. Really dissapointed, can only hope for a fix.

H70%
by H####:

Game freezes and will just show main loading screen. Sounds in the background make it seem like your playing but no visuals to go with it

Q70%
by Q####:

I loved the game and the artic floes ending. Anyone who says it is bad has not played the whole game because the artic floes end will give you the feels. Even if you don't cry you will get the feels. This is an underrated app and should be at least in the top tens. 8/8 m8

Q70%
by Q####:

Love this game. My kids love this game. But for some reason the Swiss Army upgrade , ultimate of lures, disappeared! It shows up as "Equipped", but doesn't appear in the level anymore. Sadness.

Q70%
by Q####:

Never thought I'd fall in love with this game!! Kinda repetitive, but hell, who cares, it's one heck of a game... I've never fished btw grab it, it's worth every penny

Z70%
by Z####:

This game was my favorite phone game until one day I tapped on it and it just showed a white screen buy the music was still playing and it hasn't worked since. Would five star if still worked.

X70%
by X####:

This game really surprised me. It's the only mobile game with an ending that made me tear up. Everything about this game is beautiful. The sound design is brilliant - from the gentle sound of the waves splashing on the boat, to the mysterious chiptunes that add atmosphere to the depths. The graphics have impressive attention to detail, with lots of interesting fish and environments. This is also one of the best controlling mobile games, in my opinion, which makes it a joy to play. Definitely worth buying.

Q70%
by Q####:

My friend beat the game and persuaded me to get it on my phone. WARNING: may be slow at first (the gameplay) but it gets much better. The ending in article floes was very touching. That is NOT the end of the game!!! Also please make another update, IDEAS are: end to maelstrom, New area, harder, more fuel and much more. Thanks in advance

T70%
by T####:

This is simply one of the best mobile games of all time. Gameplay is fun and extremely addicting and has zero in app purchases. I had to edit my old review as all of the optimization issues when this port was first released have been fixed! You simply can't do much better than this.

Q70%
by Q####:

This game is really fun and silly . It is simple and very addictive. Try to go as deep to the ocean as you can and then try to catch as much fish as possible. This is not a very long game and you probably can finish it within 2-3 hours. Sometimes I felt the game I getting very repetitive where I had to catch one or two species to move to the next level. But nothing else to complain about. Get this game and enjoy a wild ride


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