LumiKin
Metacritic 726+

The Fisherman - Fishing Planet

Fishing Planet|2019SimulationSportsMassively Multiplayer

LumiScore

46

out of 100

Use with parental oversight — some design risks present

30 min/day recommended

Scored 3 days ago · Methodology v1.0 · 49-dim rubric · Last updated 1 week ago

Score breakdown

Benefits: higher is better. Risks: lower is better. Values highlighted when <30 or >70.

Growth

57/100

Growth Value

  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Critical Thinking

Risk

HIGH

Engagement Patterns

Notable design patterns that encourage extended play.

Heads up

💸 Monthly cost: $5–$50/mo

Parent Pro-Tip

Encourage your child to focus on the educational aspects of fishing, such as understanding ecosystems and different fish behaviors. Set clear time limits for play sessions and discuss responsible spending habits if microtransactions are considered. Participate in co-op modes together to foster positive social engagement.

Top Skills Developed

Problem Solving5/5
Strategic Thinking5/5
Critical Thinking5/5
Learning Transfer5/5
Adaptive Challenge5/5

Development Areas

Cognitive?Problem solving, spatial awareness, strategic thinking, creativity, memory, and learning transfer. Weighted 50% of the Benefit Score.
76
Social & Emotional?Teamwork, communication, empathy, emotional regulation, and ethical reasoning. Weighted 30% of the Benefit Score.
33
Motor Skills?Hand-eye coordination, fine motor control, reaction time, and physical activity. Weighted 20% of the Benefit Score.
45
Overall Benefit Score (BDS)57/100

Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.

Gender balance
1/3
Ethnic diversity
1/3

Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.N/A — no named characters

Not applicable to a fishing simulation game.

Parent Pro-Tip

This approach helps children develop cognitive skills and real-world knowledge while mitigating potential risks associated with excessive play, monetization pressures, and competitive social dynamics.

What your child develops

The Fisherman - Fishing Planet offers an authentic and immersive fishing simulation experience, fostering problem-solving, strategic thinking, and critical analysis as players learn and adapt to various fishing techniques and environments. It encourages learning transfer to real-life fishing skills and provides opportunities for positive social interaction through co-op competitions and community building.

Base: UnknownMonthly: $5–$50/moPlaytime: ~4hReviewed Apr 2026

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About this game

The Fisherman – Fishing Planet is for all fans of nature and sport fishing! This simulation, made by and for fishing enthusiasts, recreates all the finer details of the art of fishing with unrivalled authenticity.