Russian Fishing 4

Free-to-play fishing simulation with changing conditions and detailed tackle

FishSoft LLC · Released Nov 10, 2021

Adventure Casual Massively Multiplayer RPG Simulation Sports Free To Play

Reviews: Mixed; 61% of 91K
Recent reviews: Very Positive; 88% of 1,464 in 30 days
Playing now: 15K; right now
Steam Deck: Playable
Last update: 4 weeks ago; Aug 24, 2026

What is Russian Fishing 4?

A free-to-play, first-person fishing simulation set across 18 reservoirs with changing weather, time of day, and fish behavior. You explore shorelines or take a boat, assemble tackle, and use float, bottom, spinning, or marine fishing techniques while developing skills and entering online competitions.

For you if...

+you like choosing among multiple fishing techniques and gear
+you want free movement between shore and boat fishing
+you enjoy developing skills, making lures, and gathering bait

Not for you if...

−you want a fast-paced, arcade-style fishing game
−you dislike learning how conditions affect fish behavior

What players say

61% of 91,019 reviews are positive · 88% of 1,464 in the last 30 days

Players praise the relaxed fishing loop, realism, and the challenge of learning how to catch different species. They commonly complain about slow, repetitive progression, low earnings, costly or fragile gear, limited beginner guidance, and multiplayer that does not let friends visibly fish together.

Screenshots and trailer

Russian Fishing 4 system requirements

As published by the developer.

Minimum

OS: Windows 7/8/10 64-bit
Processor: Intel® i5 3Ghz
Graphics: GTX 760
Memory: 8 GB RAM
Storage: 40 GB available space
DirectX: Version 11

PC version details

DRM, required accounts, controller support and Steam features.

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Keyboard and mouse
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 145
Steam features: Family Sharing, In-app purchases

Steam Deck: Playable

Default controller config not fully functional
Sometimes shows mouse, keyboard or non-Deck controller icons
Some text entry requires manually opening the on-screen keyboard
In-game text is legible on Steam Deck
Default graphics settings perform well on Steam Deck
Singleplayer gameplay requires active internet connection

Multiplayer and co-op

Languages

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