# Doodle Fishing Lite

> Cartoon-style freshwater fishing simulation game with realistic mechanics. (iPhone/iPad app by Chris Egerter.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-fishing-lite/id384225769 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Chris Egerter](https://appshunter.io/developer/288257889)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 28 App Store ratings · 19 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2010-07-31
- Data updated: 2026-08-13
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-fishing-lite/id384225769/reviews.md

## What is Doodle Fishing Lite?

Welcome to Doodle Fishing Lite (AKA iFishing Doodle Edition)

"One of the most complete fishing games in the App Store, doodle or otherwise" - AppAdvice


Doodle Fishing is a cartoon version and expansion of iFishing, the #1 fishing game for the iPhone.   Experience the thrills of realistic freshwater fishing as you use your device to cast and reel in a big lunker!

FEATURES

* Use the iPhone's accelerometer to cast, jig, aim your lure, and fight fish.

* Exciting fish fights while keeping the line tension in check, even see them jump!

*Use the fish finder and drive your boat to seek out the best places on the lake.

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Variety of lures with different actions (jigs, topwater, spinnerbait, divers, worms)



* Many species of freshwater fish to catch including perch, black crappie, bluegill, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, walleye, pike, carp, catfish, and musky.

* Many funny things that you didn't want to catch, including soup cans, tree branches, spare tires, shopping carts, and toilet seats! 

* Advanced fish AI, including schooling behavior, lure preferences, and hotspots based on structure such as dropoffs, weeds, lilypads, logs and rocks. 



* Practice or Tournament modes in 3 difficulties.



* Trophy room to keep track of your biggest fish ever caught.


DEVELOPER NOTES
* You can't keep fish that aren't considered sports fish, like perch or bluegills.



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## Key features

- Accelerometer controls for casting and reeling
- Realistic fish fights and jumping animations
- Fish finder and boat navigation
- Variety of lures with different actions
- Catch numerous freshwater fish species
- Trophy room for best catches

## Recent user reviews (10 of 19)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/doodle-fishing-lite/id384225769/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best game ever

*2026-01-28, version 2.2*

But the toilet seat gave me the more of a fight, then a musky

### 4/5 — Fishing

*2018-11-19, version 2.2*

The game is fun to play but I don’t get why a toilet seat gives me a bigger fight than a regular fish like it doesn’t move how can it fight back? Amazing funny and fun game enjoy it.

### 3/5 — Fun game

*2016-09-05, version 2.1*

It's a fun game, but catching toilet seats and tree branches is annoying

### 5/5 — Awl some

*2015-07-30, version 2.1*

Cool game

### 1/5 — Doodle fishing

*2013-01-22, version 2.0*

Not the best game

### 5/5 — Great game

*2013-01-03, version 1.5*

One of my favorite!

### 5/5 — Really enjoy

*2012-10-21, version 1.5*

Taught me how to fish better in real waters

### 5/5 — Amazing

*2012-10-06*

When I can't be in the boat or by the water fishing and I'm stuck inside I grab my iPad and play this. Definitely a great game to play when you can't be fishing for real.

### 5/5 — Big Boys

*2012-04-13*

Fish start. Biting

### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS GAME!

*2012-01-28, version 1.3*

I just got this app and I think , I 
Would like this app!

## Frequently asked questions about Doodle Fishing Lite

### What is Doodle Fishing Lite?

Doodle Fishing Lite is a cartoon-style freshwater fishing simulation game that uses your device's accelerometer for realistic casting and reeling. It offers various fish species, lures, and game modes.

### Can I play Doodle Fishing Lite offline?

The provided data does not specify if Doodle Fishing Lite supports offline play. However, many simulation games of this nature can be enjoyed without an internet connection.

### What are the game modes in Doodle Fishing Lite?

Doodle Fishing Lite features Practice and Tournament modes, available in three different difficulty levels.

### What kind of fish can I catch in Doodle Fishing Lite?

You can catch many freshwater species including perch, black crappie, bluegill, smallmouth bass, largemouth bass, walleye, pike, carp, catfish, and musky.

### Does Doodle Fishing Lite have ads?

No, Doodle Fishing Lite does not contain advertisements.

### How often is Doodle Fishing Lite updated?

The latest version of Doodle Fishing Lite was released on January 16, 2018. Updates may not be frequent, but the game remains playable on supported devices.

### What devices does Doodle Fishing Lite support?

Doodle Fishing Lite is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### What is the age rating for Doodle Fishing Lite?

Doodle Fishing Lite has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of players.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2 — 2018-01-16

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

Updated for iOS 11

### 2.1 — 2013-03-16

- Fixes fish catching crash

### 2.0 — 2013-01-11

-Removed OpenFeint

### 1.5 — 2012-04-16

-Now working again on original iPod Touches and IOS 3.1
-Updated to OpenFeint 2.12.7

### 1.4 — 2012-04-10

-Updated catalog

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All apps by Chris Egerter: https://appshunter.io/developer/288257889

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