# Fly Fishing Simulator

> First-person photographic simulation of fly fishing with realistic physics and diverse locations. (iPhone/iPad app by Pishtech LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fly-fishing-simulator/id886195140 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pishtech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/502142612)
- Category: Games, Sports, Simulation, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.53/5 from 1,676 App Store ratings · 102 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 91 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fly-fishing-simulator/id886195140/reviews.md

## What is Fly Fishing Simulator?

(Note: If you have any problems with the app, please email support at pishtech dot com and I'll be happy to help.)

Fly Fishing Simulator is a first-person, photographic simulation of the sport of fly fishing.  It features:

- Realistic casting with direct rod and line control
- 165 fishing sites on 27 different rivers, streams, lakes and ponds
- Realistic current, fish feeding behavior, and fish fighting physics
- More than 160 fly patterns including modern and classic dry flies, nymphs, streamers, terrestrials and more
- Hatch check feature lets you examine insects and other food items the fish may be feeding on
- A wide variety of realistic prey to match including mayflies, caddis flies, stoneflies, nymphs, midges, crayfish, etc
- Various species of trout, plus steelhead, bass and panfish
- A virtual fishing guide offering advice on casting, fly selection and more
- A variety of rods and leaders
- A great collection of photos shows you the fish you catch
- Realistic feeding patterns and dry fly action
- Strike indicators and split shot for subsurface fishing with nymphs, streamers, etc.

The free version includes fishing on several sites with a limited selection of equipment.  Additional equipment and many more locations are available through in-app purchases.

## Key features

- Realistic casting with rod and line control
- 165 fishing sites across various water bodies
- Realistic current and fish behavior
- Over 160 fly patterns
- Hatch check for insect identification
- Variety of fish species including trout and bass
- Virtual fishing guide

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Barron Pond | $0.99 | one-time |
| Burns River | $0.99 | one-time |
| Complete Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Deschutes River | $0.99 | one-time |
| Fly Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Gear Pack | $1.99 | one-time |
| Missouri River | $0.99 | one-time |
| Oak Valley Creek | $0.99 | one-time |
| Sheboygan River | $0.99 | one-time |
| Upper Mississippi River | $0.99 | one-time |
| Raccoon Creek | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Fly Fishing Simulator?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🎣 Realistic fly fishing simulation
- 🎨 Excellent graphics and atmosphere
- 🕰️ Helps pass time when unable to fish
- 🎣 Captures the essence of the sport

**Cons**

- 💰 Expensive to unlock full game
- 🐛 Frequent crashes during gameplay
- 🕰️ Long fight times to land fish
- 🔒 Limited free content

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when reeling in large fish
- Inconsistent fish size displayed vs. caught

**Most requested features**

- More free fishing locations
- Ability to upgrade gear without purchase
- Faster fish fight mechanics
- Expanded fish species and environments

## Recent user reviews (10 of 102)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fly-fishing-simulator/id886195140/reviews.md

### 3/5 — It’s… good?

*2024-04-24*

I did enjoy this game. My favorite part was making the line really long and casting. Super satisfying. I just wish there where more options like a currency so you could buy equipment and maps.

### 5/5 — Stuck inside

*2023-09-23*

Great time to put your head outside

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review! I think you'd like Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It features better graphics, a huge collection of rivers and creeks, a tool for adding your own rivers, much improved fly tying and more.

### 5/5 — Saumonier

*2023-09-11*

Simulation fantastique, des heures de plaisir!

**Developer response:** Thanks for sharing that! If you like Fly Fishing Simulator, check out Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It has better graphics, a huge collection of rivers and creeks, more rivers being created by users around the world, much improved fly tying and more.

### 4/5 — Good game

*2023-07-13*

It’s an awesome game but I hate that you only have two maps it would be so much fun if I hade move e than two maps

**Developer response:** Thanks for posting your review! If you like Fly Fishing Simulator, check out Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It has better graphics, over 200 rivers and streams, more rivers being created by users around the world, more realistic and detailed fly tying and more. Only a sample of the content is free, but a single purchase gets you a really huge collection of rivers and every other feature.

### 5/5 — Great game ever

*2023-06-17*

I just love fly fishing sooooo much!

**Developer response:** Thanks for reviewing Fly Fishing Simulator! I think you'd like Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It's got higher resolution graphics, a massive assortment of rivers, more rivers being created by users around the world, all new 3D fly tying and more.

### 4/5 — Fly fishing

*2023-06-17*

Cool game

**Developer response:** Thanks for posting your review! I think you'd like Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It has better flowing water, hundreds of rivers, a tool for adding your own rivers, all new 3D fly tying & many other major improvements.

### 3/5 — Tight lines

*2023-06-01*

A big hats off to the developer of this game. It’s a massive ask to get anywhere near to what this game is as a fly fishing simulator but this guy has pretty much done it!!! Yes it could do with better controls, No it can’t match keeping the line correct as it travels but boy the way the line moves with the water and the take physics are spot on. What a pleasure this is. Also loads of rivers to choose from. I bought the entire pack because I think this developer deserves it, hopefully he will keep tweaking it. 
Many thanks for creating such a great game/simulation.  Keep up the amazing work. 🙏

**Developer response:** I really appreciate the review! What would it take to earn 5 stars?

Also I hope you'll try the newer version, Fly Fishing Simulator HD. It has better flowing water, a massive assortment of rivers, more rivers being created by users around the world, all new 3D fly tying and more.

### 5/5 — Enjoyable Game

*2023-05-19*

I enjoy this game. It uses realistic stream video and that tackle to be rig in a number of ways to adjust for different water conditions. Caching more fish leads to better tackle and additional stream sections. Would be nice to have more larger fish opportunities, but enjoyable nevertheless. Worth the purchase.

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review! Please have a look at Fly Fishing Simulator HD. Improvements include better flowing water, hundreds of rivers, a tool for adding your own rivers, much improved fly tying and more.

### 5/5 — Absolutely fabulous app

*2023-03-08*

How wonderful to find something really emulates the Waterside so well
 I’ve spent many wonderful hours playing this and look forward to so many more 
thank you so much to the developer

**Developer response:** Thanks for your review! Please check out the newer version: Fly Fishing Simulator HD. The graphics are much better and a much bigger variety of rivers and streams is available.

### 5/5 — Keep coming back for more

*2023-01-16, version 1067*

I’ve played this game on and off for many years and I am a well seasoned angler and fly tyer of 25+ seasons. When I’m stuck at home this game just hits the spot. The hatches and the matching flies are accurate, the casting is simple but demands the timing of actual casting and the bird sounds/river sounds put me at ease. 
I’m really enjoying it on the iPad vs. the iPhone.

**Developer response:** I really appreciate your review! I hope you'll check out the newer version, Fly Fishing Simulator HD. The graphics are shaper with smoother flowing water, and there are over 200 rivers and streams available.

## Frequently asked questions about Fly Fishing Simulator

### What is Fly Fishing Simulator?

Fly Fishing Simulator is a first-person, photographic simulation of the sport of fly fishing. It aims to provide a realistic experience by featuring accurate casting mechanics, diverse fishing locations, and lifelike fish behavior.

### What are the key features of the app?

Key features include realistic casting with direct rod and line control, 165 fishing sites, realistic current and fish fighting physics, over 160 fly patterns, a hatch check feature to identify insects, and a virtual fishing guide offering advice.

### How much does Fly Fishing Simulator cost?

The app offers a free version that includes fishing on several sites with a limited selection of equipment. Additional equipment and many more locations are available for purchase through in-app purchases.

### What kind of fish can I catch?

You can catch various species of trout, steelhead, bass, and panfish. The app also simulates a wide variety of realistic prey that these fish feed on, such as mayflies, caddis flies, and nymphs.

### Is this app suitable for beginners?

Yes, the app includes a virtual fishing guide that offers advice on casting, fly selection, and more, making it suitable for beginners looking to learn the basics of fly fishing in a simulated environment.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1067 — 2022-10-29

Update to use current supporting libraries, cosmetic and performance improvements

### 1060 — 2020-05-26

Minor fixes and performance improvements

### 1035 — 2016-02-19

Fixes a crash when fighting fish with system volume set low and in-game volume set high

### 1034 — 2015-12-21

Fixes for issues some users reported since updating to iOS 9.2.

### 1024 — 2014-06-19

No release notes.

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