11 Best Fishing Games for Xbox Series X/S

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Sometimes you just need a break from all the car racing, gun shooting and sword-swinging action, and so what better way to escape than kicking back by the lake, rod in hand.

Thanks to backwards compatibility, the Xbox Series X and S consoles are home to a boat load of fishing games. So, cast your reels and get your nets at the ready as we list the top 10 Xbox Series X/S fishing games that allow you to be the virtual fisherman you were always meant to be.

Platform: PC PS4 Xbox One PS5 XSX|S SwitchRelease Date: March 30, 2023

Some people want to enjoy the life of a fisherman simply because of what it can offer them. Life on a boat. A chance to sail around and see what the world offers them. Plus, numerous kinds of fish are just begging to be caught. If that sounds like the life for you, you should try Dredge.

The game offers over 125 different species of fish to catch, all of which are in a massive archipelago that is yours to explore.

Each part of the island chain has its unique look and mystery. Naturally, you’ll want to see what they’re all about and the fish they can get you. But be careful. When the sun goes down, something will rise from the depths…

Certainly not the prettiest looking game on this list, those looking for a powerhouse fishing title to test the limits of their ninth-generation consoles should maybe give Rapala Fishing Pro: Series a miss. But if you’re after a fun arcadey experience that lets you hop into a motorboat and drive around the water at full speed in search of the best fishing spots, well this definitely offers that. With hundreds of licensed lures at your disposal, this game basically doubles as one big product placement for Rapala fishing products too.

Whilst the surprisingly star-studded