Ultimate Fishing Simulator®

Fishing simulator with multiple techniques and a winter ice-fishing map

Ultimate Games S.A., Bit Golem · Published by Ultimate Games S.A., PlayWay S.A. · Released Aug 30, 2018

Reviews: Very Positive; 89% of 9,161
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 86% of 92 in 30 days
Playing now: 64; right now
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 1 month ago; Aug 12, 2026

What is Ultimate Fishing Simulator®?

A fishing simulator set on maps in different parts of the world, including a winter location for ice fishing. Choose tackle and bait, cast using several techniques, reel in catches, and decide whether to sell, release, or mount them. You can fish alone or with others, choose between normal and realistic difficulty, and build shareable fishing areas.

For you if...

+you want laid-back fishing with varied tackle and locations
+you like fishing with friends and sharing custom maps

Not for you if...

−you want constant action instead of waiting for bites
−you dislike choosing bait and adjusting your equipment

What players say

89% of 9,161 reviews are positive · 86% of 92 in the last 30 days

Players praise the variety of fish and locations, the fishing mechanics, and the relaxed pace. Recent complaints focus on long waits for bites, line tension and fish fights that feel unrealistic, and awkward controller controls.

Screenshots and trailer

Ultimate Fishing Simulator® system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 10 (64-bit)
Processor: Intel Core i5-8400 / AMD Ryzen 5 1500X
Graphics: GeForce GTX 1050 (4 GB) / AMD Radeon RX 560 (4 GB)
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 50 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11
Notes: SSD required / 60 FPS in 1920x1080 with "Low" preset. (Integrated GPUs: Intel Iris Xe/AMD Radeon 780M or newer require 16 GB RAM and are not recommended)

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 142
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing, Trading cards

Steam Deck: Playable

Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
All functionality is accessible with the default controller configuration
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

Full audio: English. Text only: French, Italian, German, Spanish - Spain, Polish, Russian, Turkish, Simplified Chinese, Korean, Japanese, Portuguese - Brazil.