A new PC game titled How to Fish by Dazed Games released on Steam blends fishing with a chaotic combat system that includes guns and explosives, pairing a simple fishing premise with weaponized, physics-driven chaos.

The title mixes exaggerated physics, quests, boss battles, gambling, and a strong multiplayer dynamic, which helped it go viral on Steam from its release.

Players can explore a chain of islands through NPC quests, with encounters ranging from small catches to sharks and king crabs, and the game supports both cooperative and single-player modes.

Chaos is intentional but balanced by progression: catching and selling fish unlocks upgrades that enable tougher challenges and broader exploration.

The story begins with players stranded on a rocky islet, gathering clams for food and cash, then buying gear such as fishing rods, knives, brass knuckles, and guns to subdue sea-life and advance.

There are concerns about lax backend security allowing random players to join and disrupt games, though most Steam reviews remain positive.

An introductory discount reduces the price from $8 to $5, valid until late August, with comparisons to similar games and notes on the author’s background.

The appeal lies in the immediate, easy-to-understand fishing concept fused with chaotic multiplayer moments, supported by a solid progression loop.

Post-catch actions include landing sea-life on land, launching fish into the air, barbecuing seagulls, and gambling catches on slot machines and roulette to earn money.

During its launch period, How to Fish climbed Steam’s sales charts, reaching the top three and overtaking major titles like Counter-Strike 2 in revenue-based rankings over the weekend.

Players can use traditional fishing gear along with explosives and firearms to complete quests and defeat bosses as they move toward more dangerous islands.

The game supports solo play and online co-op (up to four players), following a narrative of crashing on an island and progressing by earning money to upgrade gear and reach new locations.