Imagine casting a line into a tranquil lake, the fog swirling gently, only to feel something pull back. Welcome to Out Fishing, the new indie horror-fishing sim that’s got horror fans and cozy gamers equally intrigued.
Developed by solo indie dev Mūn Mūn Games, Out Fishing takes the serenity of a traditional fishing sim and injects it with nightmarish, psychological horror. Think Dredge meets Silent Hill, but in first-person—and with something unholy lurking beneath the surface.
What Is Out Fishing?
Genre: Horror Fishing Sim
Developer: Mūn Mūn Games (Solo Developer)
Inspiration: Silent Hill, Alan Wake, Mundaun, Dredge
Platform: PC (Steam)
Status: Teaser released, demo planned
At its core, Out Fishing is a first-person survival horror game wrapped in the skin of a peaceful fishing simulator. But don’t let the bait fool you—this isn’t your average catch-and-release.
Why This Game Has Horror Fans Hooked
Here’s what Out Fishing brings to the table (or dock):
A Unique Genre Mash-Up
- First-person fishing meets psychological horror, turning Dredge’s tension into full-blown dread.
- Tranquil by day, terrifying by night. The game shifts from cozy sim to survival nightmare as the sun goes down.
Inspired by the Best
- Silent Hill’s fog-drenched unease and surreal visuals are clear influences.
- Add in Alan Wake’s narrative darkness and Mundaun’s hand-drawn eeriness for a rich horror cocktail.
Camp Building Meets Survival
- Build a base, manage limited resources, and fight off encroaching madness. Think survival sim with a mental twist.
Fishing with Real Stakes
- Your next big catch might keep you alive—or summon something you don’t want to meet. The line between reward and ruin is razor-thin.
What Gamers Are Saying
Early buzz from Reddit’s r/HorrorGaming is overwhelmingly positive:
“Wishlisted it! I loved Dredge, so a first-person version sounds fun.”
—u/randomfisherman
“Demo is in the works and should drop in a few months.”
—Dev comment from u/munmungames
Steam users are already adding it to their wishlists. The horror-fishing genre, once a niche, is reeling in mainstream interest.
Why It Matters: The Rise of Experimental Horror
Horror games are evolving. Instead of leaning solely on jump scares, more indies are blending genres and focusing on psychological unease. Consider:
- Dredge (2023) — Sold over 1 million copies, praised for its eerie, tension-filled fishing loop.
- Iron Lung — Minimalist horror in a claustrophobic submarine setting.
- Mundaun — A surreal hand-drawn horror experience set in the Alps.
These games prove that horror doesn’t need to scream—it just needs to creep. Out Fishing fits right into this evolving trend.
When Can You Play It?
- No official release date yet.
- A playable demo is expected soon.
- You can wishlist it now on Steam to get updates as they drop.
Should You Be Hyped?
Yes, if you:
- Crave horror that builds atmosphere and tension over time.
- Enjoy immersive indie games with unique mechanics.
- Loved Dredge and want to explore similar waters in first-person.
Maybe not, if you:
- Prefer action-heavy horror like Resident Evil or Dead Space.
- Can’t stand fishing mechanics (although this one might change your mind).
Final Thoughts: Horror Is the New Cozy
Out Fishing could become a standout horror experience if it delivers on its eerie promise. The blend of meditative fishing and creeping dread is exactly the kind of genre twist that gets horror fans talking.
Keep an eye on this one—and maybe your fishing line too. What you pull up might just pull you under.
What’s your take—relaxing lake sim, or psychological nightmare in disguise? Sound off in the comments.
