Summary
- Release Year: 1992
- Genres: Sport
- Platforms: Sega Mega Drive/Genesis
- Developers: HOT-B
- Publishers: Vic Tokai
King Salmon: The Big Catch (1992)
King Salmon: The Big Catch is a fishing competition simulator released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES). The game is set in Alaska, and the player takes on the role of a fisherman competing in a king salmon fishing tournament. The objective of the game is to catch the biggest king salmon and win the tournament.
To catch fish, the player must first drive their boat to a good fishing spot. The player can choose from a variety of lures and line lengths, and they must also decide how deep to fish. Once the player has cast their line, they must wait for a fish to bite. When a fish bites, the player must reel it in. The player must be careful not to reel in the fish too quickly, or the line will break.
King Salmon: The Big Catch is a challenging and rewarding game. The player must use their skill and patience to catch the biggest fish. The game also includes a number of role-playing elements, such as the ability to upgrade the player’s boat and equipment.
Gameplay
King Salmon: The Big Catch is played from a first-person perspective. The player controls their boat using the D-pad, and they can cast their line using the A button. The player can reel in their line using the B button, and they can use the L and R buttons to adjust the depth of their line.
The game is divided into three rounds. In each round, the player must catch as many king salmon as possible. The player’s score is based on the weight of the fish they catch. The player with the highest score at the end of the three rounds wins the tournament.
Features
- Realistic fishing simulation
- Variety of lures and line lengths to choose from
- Adjustable fishing depth
- Role-playing elements
- Three-round tournament
Reception
King Salmon: The Big Catch received positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its realistic fishing simulation, its variety of lures and line lengths, and its adjustable fishing depth. The game’s role-playing elements were also well-received.
King Salmon: The Big Catch was a commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide. The game is still popular today, and it is considered to be one of the best fishing simulators ever released.
Legacy
King Salmon: The Big Catch has had a lasting impact on the video game industry. The game’s realistic fishing simulation and its variety of lures and line lengths have set the standard for other fishing simulators. The game’s role-playing elements have also been influential, and they have been incorporated into many other fishing simulators.
King Salmon: The Big Catch is a classic fishing simulator that is still enjoyed by gamers today. The game’s realistic fishing simulation, its variety of lures and line lengths, and its role-playing elements make it a timeless classic.
Review Score
8/10
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