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Get Hooked on this Fishing Adventure… Where The Fish Fight Back! 

Step into the boots of a legendary fisherman returning from a shameful retirement. Travel the coastline chasing after exotic fish and regaining your forgotten skills. But beware – deadly catches are lurking everywhere… Take down a variety of comical bosses in fast-paced, high-intensity fights! Cast your fishing line like a grappling hook to sling yourself around stages, while also using your rod to smack sea monsters into submission!


The One That Got Away…

Twenty years ago, The Big One got away and forced you into an early retirement. But now, you finally have the chance to redeem your reputation following recent sightings of the mythical monster! Follow the trail of rumors while taking down other terrible creatures that have been terrorizing the coast, including Mini Minnow, Big Bass, Crude Crab, and Swordmaster Swordfish. 


No Laughing Matter.

Don’t let their wacky appearance fool you: each boss fight will push you to your limits and provide fresh challenges that force you to make the most of the fishing rod you wield. You’ll learn to master various movement techniques and boss patterns while constantly switching up strategies and adapting on the fly! As you improve, chase high scores as you replay past fights and challenge yourself with Super-Boss versions of fights! A suite of accessibility options ensures that you can play by your own rules and rise to any challenge.


Gotta Fish ‘Em All!

Chase after dozens and dozens of unique fish (and secret easter eggs) in each location! With unique rarities, difficulties, and Fast-Fish-Facts, filling up your Fishdex is no easy task… 


Download for Free ... Soon!

Filled with hand-crafted pixel art, gut-busting jokes, and nail-biting challenges, the world of Bait & Tackle awaits… Grab your fishing rod, cast your line, and chase after The One that Got Away!


Created by Bad Bass Games

We're a team of students from the Rochester Institute of Technology. We formed during the Fall of 2023 and have been developing Bait & Tackle ever since. Our team consists of:

  • Dylan Pegg - Producer
  • Amelia Caird - Marketing/Level Designer
  • Jack Keegan - Gameplay Designer/Boss Designer
  • Leo Schindler-Gerendasi - Programmer/Composer
  • Mason Zettlemoyer - Programmer
  • Kendyl Greer - Lead Artist
  • Kelly Chen - Artist
  • Lizzy Noe - Artist/Graphic Designer
  • Tori Schinstine - Artist
  • John Wager - SFX Designer

Thanks for checking us out! We appreciate your time and support.

Updated 3 days ago
StatusIn development
Rating
Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
(5 total ratings)
AuthorBad Bass Games
GenreAction
Made withGodot
Tags2D, Boss battle, Comedy, Difficult, Fishing, Godot, Pixel Art, Singleplayer
Average sessionAbout a half-hour
LanguagesEnglish
InputsKeyboard, Mouse

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Such a quirky and fun game! The controls and movement are pretty smooth, making it really easy to jump right in. Really enjoy that you go from peacefully fishing to suddenly battling these comically large sea creatures! Seems like a great concept and can’t wait to see what the full version brings when it hits Steam!

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There is a lot of potential here, controls are solid, game is fun and music fits the aesthetic. can not wait to see once game play it tightened up and their is more depth in combat. 

10/10 would fish again

Very solid and fun concept! While the bosses and player are very simple and are very limited, I did quite like the fluidity of the movement and the simplicity of the controls.