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Cast a line,
or dive beneath the waves
From fishing games with a satisfying bite to exploration games where you swim through coral reefs and shipwrecks: only games set on and under the sea.
Top 10 fishing & ocean games
See the full list →How we pick: how well the sea is brought to life, how good the catch feels, and how fun it is to explore.
#1 · Underwater survival & exploration
Subnautica
Crash-land in the ocean of an alien planet, gather resources and build subs and bases to survive. The scenery and the tension shift the deeper you go, which is why it is the first game we recommend to anyone looking for an ocean game.
#2 · Diving adventure & management
DAVE THE DIVER
Nexon MintRocket's game where you dive in the Blue Hole by day to catch fish and run a sushi bar with your catch by night. Diving and management mesh so naturally it is hard to put down, and the mobile version arrived in September 2026.
#4 · Mobile fishing
Ace Fishing
Com2uS's mobile fishing game, known for reeling that captures the feel of a real fight and fishing spots around the world. A Korean favourite that is great for quick sessions.
#5 · Mobile fishing
Fishing Clash
A mobile fishing game with real fish species and fishing spots around the world in 3D. Tournaments against other players give you plenty to keep coming back for.
Top 5 underwater exploration games
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#1 · Underwater survival & exploration
Subnautica: Below Zero
The follow-up to Subnautica, where you explore an ice-covered ocean and follow the story. Shorter and more story-driven than the original, it also works well as a starting point.
#3 · Ocean exploration adventure
Beyond Blue
An exploration game where you become a marine scientist observing whales and sea life. Made with advice from the team behind a real ocean documentary, it makes learning about the sea fun.
New ocean games of 2026
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#1 · Underwater survival & exploration (Early Access)
Subnautica 2
The official Subnautica sequel, set in a new alien ocean, with co-op exploration for up to 4 players. It is currently in Early Access, so more content will keep arriving.
#2 · Ocean world adventure
Tides of Tomorrow
An adventure set on a future planet covered by ocean, where other players' choices leave traces in your world. Worth a look if you love ocean-world settings.
#3 · Idle fishing
Fishing Inc
A cozy idle fishing game where you spend your catch money on upgrades and fill out a collection of rare fish. Great to leave running and enjoy casually.
20 More Fishing & Ocean Games to Explore
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#2 · Island & ocean survival
Stranded Deep
A survival game where a plane crash leaves you stranded on a deserted Pacific island, fishing and diving for food to stay alive. Rafting between islands and scavenging shipwrecks beneath the waves feels truly immersive.
#3 · Fishing simulation
Call of the Wild: The Angler
A fishing simulation where you roam vast open-world reserves modeled on real terrain and catch a wide variety of fish. Made by the team behind the hunting game theHunter, its scenery and fish behavior are strikingly realistic.
#4 · Pirate adventure
Sea of Thieves
An online adventure where you crew a pirate ship with friends, hunt for treasure, go fishing and battle other pirates on the high seas. Its stunning waves and storms let you truly feel the atmosphere of the ocean.
#5 · Co-op submarine survival
Barotrauma
A co-op game where a crew operates a submarine together beneath the ice of Jupiter's frozen moon Europa, facing monstrous creatures and onboard disasters. With split roles and constant surprises, it really shines with a group.
#6 · Underwater narrative adventure
Under The Waves
An adventure that follows the story of a diver working at a seabed base in the North Sea in the 1970s. The calm of exploring the deep in a submersible blends with an emotional story.
FAQ
Are there free fishing games?
Many of the mobile fishing games on this list are free to start.
Are there co-op fishing games to play with friends?
On PC, The One Fish (1–6 player online co-op) and How to Fish (1–4 players) came out on Steam in August 2026, and the ocean exploration and sushi restaurant game Deep Blue Sushi also supports co-op for up to 5 players.
Are there any submarine games?
UBOAT, a simulator where you look after the crew of a World War II submarine, fully launched on Steam in August 2024, and S.O.N.A.R., a co-op game where 1–6 players share the jobs on a single submarine, came out on Steam on October 29, 2026.