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2023's biggest surprise is far more than just a fishing sim, once you dive below the surface.

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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago

Between this and Dredge, it has been a wonderful year for the Deck.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)

It really is a charming game. I think this article does a good job describing some of is delights. What really struck me though is that the main mechanics are things that you'd find in a leechy freemium mobile game. But they're layered in complimentary loops that make the whole FAR more than the sum of it's parts.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Funny you say that, it actually started AS a mobile game. Then they changed directions, but you're right you can still feel some of it still in there.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'd get it on Steam but i hear it's coming to switch so i might wait for that.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

While you'll pay a premium for it, it is perfect for a controller and short burst gaming. Its worth it if you can't wait though.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (3 children)

yea thanks that's my thinking. i hate being tied to desktop for certain games. i don't have a steamdeck so I'll have to wait for the switch where they'll probably charge me double for the convenience lol

[–] [email protected] 8 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Man, but the steam deck really is a solid purchase.

I have a sweet gaming rig but I haven't openedva game on it since I got my deck.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

It's the same for me, I just play everything on my steam deck now

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

You could use the Steam link app on your phone and basically any Bluetooth controller.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I'm not sure if they are still around but you used to be able the get a steam link and a Bluetooth controller and play games in your living room if you wanted to

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

They discontinued em. At one point they sold their remaining stock for a dollar each I think

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

The hardware isn't anymore. I bought a second for dirt cheap when they decided to end it. They still make updates though. The replacement is a cell phone app.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

This game is so much fun. It has no right being as fun as it is. My favorite casual game in absolute ages.