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Bukols Fishing Blog is an independent blog about fishing video games, virtual tackle, in-game angling techniques and the relaxed, easygoing side of gaming as a leisure hobby.

Game-style angler casting a line from a riverbank Basics3 min read How Fishing Games Work: The Basics for New Anglers New to fishing games? Learn the core loop of casting, waiting, hooking and landing fish, plus simple tips for a calm and enjoyable first session. Read more Game-style close-up of an angler choosing a shiny lure Guides3 min read Choosing the Right Lure or Bait in Fishing Games A friendly guide to choosing lures and bait in fishing games, from natural bait to spinners and topwater lures, plus tips for a useful tackle box. Read more Isometric game view of a river with logs, rocks and an angler Tips3 min read Reading the Water: Where Virtual Fish Like to Gather Learn how to find fish more often in fishing games by reading structure, depth, shade and current, and by using in-game hints wisely. Read more Game-style angler fighting a large fish leaping from the water Tips3 min read Mastering Line Tension Without the Stress Struggling with snapped lines? Learn how line tension usually works in fishing games and follow a calm routine for landing larger virtual fish. Read more Game-style angler fishing from a bridge at twilight with fireflies Opinion3 min read Why Fishing in Games Feels So Relaxing An opinion piece on why fishing activities in video games feel so calming, from gentle rhythm to unhurried collecting, and when they become a chore. Read more Game-style tackle shop with rods, reels and characters Guides3 min read Upgrading Your Virtual Tackle the Smart Way A practical guide to gear progression in fishing games: which upgrades to prioritise, when to upgrade and how to spend in-game currency wisely. Read more Game-style lake scene showing morning, rain and night Explainers3 min read How Time, Weather and Seasons Shape Your Catch An explainer on how many fishing games use time of day, weather and seasons to change which fish appear, with tips for planning your sessions. Read more Game-style cozy cabin with a character relaxing by the fireplace Tips3 min read Comfortable Fishing Game Sessions for Real Downtime Tips for relaxed fishing game sessions: setting up your gaming spot, adjusting controller settings, pacing your play and making downtime enjoyable. Read more Multiplayer3 min read Sharing the Lake: Fishing Games With Friends Ideas for enjoying fishing games with friends, from co-op lake trips and friendly challenges to couch play and keeping sessions fun for everyone. Read more