Reel Fishing Paradise 3D

 3DS
  • Publisher: Natsume
  • Release Date: Jun 21, 2011
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  • Summary: In Reel Fishing Paradise 3D, players will travel to over a dozen stunning fishing locales in their quest to become master anglers. They'll fish tranquil lakes, rocky coasts, flooded forests, and more, all rendered in eye-popping 3D that brings every leaping fish and splash of water to life.
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Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 0 out of 5
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 5
  3. Negative: 2 out of 5
  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Nov 22, 2013
    70
    Reel Fishing Paradise 3D is not a bad game by any means, but it is oddly paced in places. The catching is easy, while some of the missions can take a while to complete. Either way, there is no sense of you becoming a victor.
  2. Nintendo Gamer
    Mar 6, 2012
    65
    A pleasant fishing sim. [March 2012, p.101]
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  3. Nintendo Power
    Jul 1, 2011
    60
    We recommend a catch-and-release approach to Reel Fishing Paradise 3D; it probably isn't destined for your trophy wall. [July 2011, p.89]
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  4. Cubed3
    Jan 13, 2014
    40
    Reel Fishing Paradise 3D is one of only very few options available for people looking for a fishing game on the Nintendo 3DS. It simply cannot match console simulators that really get the feel for fishing down far better than a portable edition can, though.
  5. Nintendojo
    Dec 5, 2013
    25
    There’s very little here that hasn’t already been done a lot better elsewhere– and as side-note mini-games to boot.

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  1. LoganGreene
    Jul 31, 2011
    10
    okay it is hard to find reel fishing paradie 3d. i live in North Carolina. could not find it at any store walmart gamestop etc... i got it offokay it is hard to find reel fishing paradie 3d. i live in North Carolina. could not find it at any store walmart gamestop etc... i got it off of ebay. but now to get to the review. i love the game its 3d effects are amazing. it gets hard. you can salt water fish and also freash water fish. its a great game and is one of those games nintendo dident feel like making a lot of. if you find this game and like to fish. you got to get it. it looks great has great graphics. the fish look real. if you dont have a pole just pick up the nintebndo 3ds and start fishing on reel fishing paradise 3d. thanks Logan Greene… Expand
  2. tdunster
    Jun 17, 2012
    7
    The actual fishing model used in this game is amazing. The way it allows you to control the rod tip and as such direct the fish inThe actual fishing model used in this game is amazing. The way it allows you to control the rod tip and as such direct the fish in combination with the reel is the business.
    Anyone that fishes will absolutely love just how realistic this game feels once the fish is hooked..

    There is also a good variety of species to catch - each requiring a different technique to land.
    As in other fishing games there are various lures and baits to select - each chosen after taking consideration of the species you are after and the location you are fishing at.

    The downside to the game is that it's too easy to catch fish. Sure you will break the line or pull the hook out every now and then. But the real problem is that the fish just aren't fussy enough when it comes to bait or lure selection. Anyone that fishes knows this is not how it really is.

    Another gripe is that you fish from the shore rather than in a boat. As such, the playing area feels very confined.

    Overall, I see this game as one with massive potential let down by a lack of purpose or sense of achievement.

    Fighting the fish is without a doubt brilliant in this. It's what goes on before and after that lets it down.

    For all its flaws I'm giving it 7/10 simply because the model used to fight the fish is as good as I have experienced.    … Expand