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Lure Island gameplay showing a legendary golden fish catch
Lure Island gameplay showing a legendary golden fish catch
Lure Island gameplay showing the player's boat and a red umbrella structure

Lure Island

A surprisingly addictive fishing simulator that hooked us despite our complete lack of fishing knowledge. This game was so good that even as we knew nothing about fishing, we played longer than we expected and learned a lot about fishing (at least we think we did). With its intuitive controls and helpful fishing radar, Lure Island gradually teaches you the art of casting, reeling, and the satisfaction of landing the perfect catch. The game's tranquil waters and tropical setting create a relaxing atmosphere, but the thrill of spotting fish on your radar and the excitement of reeling in a legendary golden fish keeps the gameplay engaging. Various lure types and fishing techniques add depth to the experience, making each catch feel like a genuine accomplishment. Built with ThreeJS, this browser-based fishing simulator combines accessible gameplay with enough depth to satisfy both casual players and fishing enthusiasts.

About the Game

Lure Island is a fishing simulator that manages to be both accessible to beginners and engaging enough for those familiar with fishing. Set in beautiful tropical waters, the game puts you in control of a small fishing boat as you navigate around islands, reefs, and various fishing spots in search of the perfect catch.

What makes this game special is how it gradually introduces you to fishing techniques without overwhelming you with complexity. The radar system showing nearby fish creates a satisfying hunt-and-catch loop, while the different lure types add strategic depth as you learn which works best for different fish. The thrill of hooking a legendary fish and the tension of carefully reeling it in creates genuinely exciting moments that kept us playing much longer than we initially expected.

Key Features

  • Intuitive fishing mechanics with a three-step fishing cycle
  • Radar system that shows fish locations and movement
  • Multiple lure types with different properties
  • Boat navigation with simple controls
  • Various fish species with different sizes and rarity levels
  • Point-based scoring system with bonuses for legendary catches
  • Tranquil tropical setting with beautiful water effects
  • Helpful fishing tips that gradually teach you fishing techniques

Fishing Mechanics

The game uses a simple but effective three-step fishing cycle:

  1. Cast your line (SPACE) - Hold to charge distance
  2. Hold R to reel in the lure
  3. Once the lure reaches the boat, cast again

This straightforward approach makes fishing accessible while still requiring skill to master timing, distance, and lure movement to attract fish.

Game Details

Developer
Release Date
March 16, 2025
Playability:
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Controls

W/↑
Move Forward
S/↓
Brake
A/←
Turn Left
D/→
Turn Right
SPACE
Cast Rod (Hold to charge)
R
Hold to Reel In Lure
1-4
Switch Lures

Fishing Tips

  • • Hold SPACE longer for farther casting
  • • Hold R to reel the lure back to boat
  • • Watch the radar for nearby fish
  • • Fish are attracted to moving lures
  • • Cast again when lure reaches the boat
  • • Try different lures for different fish types
  • • Look for fish clusters on the radar for better catches