Customer Reviews

Rapalas Pro Fishing

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(9)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(4)

 

 

Okay here is the deal when it comes to Rapala's fishing game.

First it really is kind of fun to play, it has somewhat realistic play and a very large variety of fishing locations and fish. I really have only one complaint, that is two player. It would be really nice to have a competition with someone who isn't a computer. But I will list for you the pros and cons that I have found.

PROS:
1. Wide variety of fish, locations and lures makes for exciting fishing. Let's face it most of us are not going to get the chance to go to Alaska for some good Salmon fishing, but with this game you can.

2. Very easy to play. If you don't have great hand-eye coordination (fine tuned by years of playing video games) this game has options that makes it easier. With an auto-cast function you can simply point and shoot. But the game also has a manual cast for longer and more accurate casting.

3. Underwater or top water lure cam. With the option of either watching your lure from an under water cam (which allows you to see fish location and exactly when your lure is attracting fish) or top water (which is, let's face it, much more realistic) you can choose which you prefer. Plus you can change if you want to start out with the underwater cam and then move to the top water as you get better you can.


CONS:

1. Again no two player game options. If you select the easy mode, all you have to do is fish...most of the time you will win the competitions, and even if you go to a harder game play, most of the time just hang out for the whole time fishing and you can win easily.

2. I really truly wish the guide was a little bit better, granted in reality fish will bite on whatever they fancy at the time. But the game really doesn't provide much information as to fishing guides. Like I said before I have never fished for Salmon...how am I to know what lures to use and what locations. I don't want the game to give me all of the answers, but how about we start by having the guide (which can be annoying) provide some real advice as to what I am doing wrong, or how I can improve...if I ask for it.

Overall I think the game is a great buy just for the fact that it's kind of fun pulling in a Salmon up in Alaska, or a muskie or pike...instead of the usual games we see that are limited to bass. Go for it...and let's see if you like it.

I thought this game was great, You couldn't ask for a more realistic fishing game. Everything right down to the casting is as realistic as you could get, the lakes are visually stunning, this game stands out from all the rest just because of the huge assortment of lakes, Rivers, and regions to choose from. Sometimes it is quite a challenge to catch a fish, you have to play around with different baits to see what works in the situation. I for one dont want a fishing game that lets you catch a fish every time you cast, When you hook a fish it is just like the real thing. I think this is a solid effort from activision and for the price you cant go wrong, I dont understand the bad reviews on this game because theres no way you can make a better fishing game.

I bought this game for my 5 year old grandson and he loves to play it. He said it was easy to play. I've watched him play and it seems to me that he gets so involved in the game, you think he is actually fishing.

This is a fairly decent fishing title. My wife and I enjoy it. Some of the fish are pretty easy to catch while others...namely King Salmon...are dang near impossible to get in the boat. Sure we can hook plenty of them but getting them in the boat to win the tournament is another story entirely. I do like the fact that you can actually drive the boat unlike Sega Bass Fishing Duel in which you only use the trolling motor. I mean part of the appeal of fishing games is the ability to drive the boat. So leaving out that ability is frankly unforgiveable. But if you are a fisherman or fisherwoman or at least interested in fishing, then this game is worth a purchase.

This game is the best fishing game ive ever played. You can drive the boat. Stop and fish anywere you want. If you dont buy this game your missing out im telling you the truth.

I love to fish but my dad is never around to take me. This game lets me go fishing right in my house. I like the tornements and the fish and lures come in a wide variety and you can play as different characters. At first casting is a little hard at first so you can't catch any thing but once you get the hang of it you can cast over 60ft! This game is great. And DO NOT buy Reel Fishing III because that game is horrible!

This is a good program for that "fisherman" who wants to experience the thrill of hooking the big one from the comfort of home.

I've played this game before and it captures the sport of fishing very well. The only draw back to this game is only having lures to fish with. There are no jigs or other techniques to use for catching fish. Other than that this is a fun game and definatly worth checking out.

I like this game because it gives you an opportunity to watch your crank baits on retrieval and the different reactions to jerking and cranking techniques.

This game is so bad, you can't even get started in it, the instruction manual has no information of any use, and the on screen help is nonexistent.Go for Reel Fishing 3 or earlier reel fishing games such as 2 and the original one if you want to enjoy a fishing game.