Normal Fishing might sound like a relaxing way to pass the time, but it’s not the game you think it is. Published by Pocketpair, the studio behind Palworld, this eerie new title leans hard into psychological horror all under the disguise of a simple fishing sim.
Normal Fishing blends pixel charm with creeping dread
At first glance, Normal Fishing plays like a quirky, pixel-art throwback. You’re out to catch 20 fish and fill your logbook. But the game wastes no time flipping the tone. Whispers rise from the water. Warnings flash: “Don’t touch the water.” And rumors swirl of a godfish lurking just out of reach.
The demo, now live on Steam, gives players a taste of this unsettling loop. You fish, you listen, and you start to question what’s really going on. That calm surface? It’s lying to you.
Retro style masks horror beneath
Developer The Bworg leans into a sepia-toned pixel aesthetic—one that mirrors old-school handheld titles. But the gameplay twists nostalgia into something darker. Alongside fishing mini-games, players will face off against monsters, navigate RPG-style events, and try to piece together what’s happening in this haunted lake town.
What to expect in Normal Fishing:
- 20 unique fish to catch
- Fast-paced fishing mechanics
- RPG and monster battle elements
- Disturbing horror narrative
- Retro handheld-inspired visuals
- Free demo on Steam now
Pocketpair’s trailer hints at something much worse
The 30-second teaser dropped by Pocketpair doesn’t just showcase the gameplay; it drops clues. A woman sends her husband fishing to “fund her big lifestyle,” only to reveal her true form in a final monster-like transformation. Toss in a giant crab ambush and a soundtrack of static and whispers, and it’s clear: the name Normal Fishing is the first lie this game tells.
Horror hides in plain sight
There’s no launch date yet, and Steam Deck support remains unknown. But the game’s low system requirements suggest wide accessibility. Whether you’re a Palworld fan or a horror enthusiast, it is shaping up to be the kind of strange side project that leaves a mark and maybe a scar or two.
