Deep Hook
Grandpa left you his tackle box and a fishing journal scattered across five waters. From a sunny pond to the lightless Abyssal Deep, follow his story, hunt legendary fish and chase the perfect catch in this relaxing fishing RPG.
Released
2 May 2026
This year
N/A
Overview
Summary
Grandpa left you his tackle box and a fishing journal scattered across five waters. From a sunny pond to the lightless Abyssal Deep, follow his story, hunt legendary fish and chase the perfect catch in this relaxing fishing RPG.
Description
About This Game
The chill fishing progression game you've been looking for.
Grandpa left you his tackle box, a letter, and a fishing journal with its pages scattered across five waters. Pick up his old bamboo rod and cast into five hand-crafted biomes, from a sunny pond to the lightless Abyssal Deep.
A Story Told Through the Water
Every shopkeeper knew Grandpa at a different age, and each one is keeping a page of his journal. Earn their trust, unlock the next water, and go after the one fish he never caught.
Fish 50 Unique Species
From humble minnows and bluegill to the ultra-rare Void Drake, every cast is a roll of the dice. Watch the shadow circling your bobber: a big shadow means a big fight. Build your journal by discovering every species and push for trophy quality on every single one!
Master the Cast
A timed cast meter rewards precision. Land a Perfect Cast to boost your quality odds. Land an Okay Cast and you might as well be throwing rocks!
Learn the Water
Fish that slip the hook are noted in your journal, the journal learns their habits, and the shopkeepers forecast tomorrow's weather. Some legends only bite at dawn, at night, or in the rain.
Progress Through Gear
Seven rods, five baits, each unlocking new zones and shifting the odds in your favor. The Legend's Rod sharpens your sense for rare fish. The Eternal Rod guarantees trophy quality on every catch... if you can afford it.
Dress for the Occasion
Fish up zone-exclusive cosmetics while you play. From a beat-up baseball cap at the pond to the glowing Abyssal Crown in the deep!
Explore Five Zones
Follow the trail across Grandpa's hand-drawn map:
Sunny Pond: calm, colorful, perfect for learning the basics
Rocky River: fast-moving water with tougher fish
Crystal Lake: mountain scenery and record-breaking catches
Open Ocean: night fishing from a canoe under constellations
Abyssal Deep: near-total darkness, barely-visible creatures drifting below, legendary rewards
Play with mouse and keyboard or a controller, including on Steam Deck.
Relaxing background music. No microtransactions. No ads. Just fishing.
Deep Hook is a solo project from DFord Games.
