# Ice Fishing Derby 2

> 3D ice fishing simulation game with realistic tactics and gamified fishing. (iPhone/iPad app by Pishtech LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-fishing-derby-2/id6755603899 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Pishtech LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/502142612)
- Category: Games, Sports, Sports
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 1,091 App Store ratings · 186 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 9+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 184 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2025-12-05
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-fishing-derby-2/id6755603899/reviews.md

## What is Ice Fishing Derby 2?

Plan your day on the ice, pick your gear, and try to out-fish the field in Ice Fishing Derby 2, a 3D ice fishing game that mixes realistic tactics with fast, gamified fishing. Manage your money, equipment, and body heat across multi-day derbies or relax in free fishing mode and explore frozen lakes at your own pace.

Three ways to hit the ice:
•	Free Fishing – Keep your equipment from trip to trip, pick a lake, and fish without a weigh-in timer. Catch fish to earn gems and unlock better free-fishing gear over time.
•	Open Derbies – Everyone starts each 5-day event with limited shop credit and basic gear. Choose what to buy, find productive spots, and try to build up to trophy-class fish before the derby ends.
•	Pro Derbies – Unlock Pro and head to more lakes and fish for more species of fish. Start with more credit, access higher-end equipment, and drive a snowmobile to manually explore the lake and choose your own spots.

Plan, adapt, and stay warm
Before each derby day you’ll start in Kate’s bait shop with a small budget and a wall of tempting gear. Decide what matters most today: a stronger rod, a bigger auger, electronics, or extra bait and cocoa for the cold. Some items go on sale, so the “right” choice can change from day to day.



Out on the ice you can:
•	Drill holes and set up your shanty to cut the wind
•	Jig your bait or lures to attract fish without spooking them
•	Use sonar or an underwater camera (when you can afford them) to read the water and find the best depth and species
•	Move to new spots when the bite slows, trading precious time for a chance at better fish

You’ll get warnings as your character cools down, and you can drink cocoa, use heaters, or move around to warm up. Ignore the cold for too long and your day – or your derby – can end in a darkly comic way.

Lifelike fish and 3D lakes
Fish behave differently by species, size, and depth. Perch and walleye hug the bottom, crappie and trout suspend higher, and predators like pike or muskies may cruise through looking for a meal. Stronger rods and larger holes are required for bigger fish, and careful control of line tension makes the fight feel more like the real thing.
•	3D lakes with varied shorelines and structure
•	Dynamic weather with falling snow and colder, windier days as derbies progress
•	Multiple lakes and species including panfish, perch, walleye, pike, bass, trout and more on different waters
•	NPC anglers and on-ice events – Other anglers may walk up with trade offers, new spots, and other surprises that can help or hurt your plans

Fair competition & progression
Derbies are designed so everyone earns their gear for that event. You start with shop credit, not a lifetime collection of items, so experienced players don’t bring years of upgrades into a new derby. The challenge is how quickly you can turn early-day catches into better equipment and, eventually, the biggest and most valuable fish.
•	Compete against results from other players under the same lake and weather conditions
•	Gem payouts for each fish in Free Fishing and for Derby results
•	Track your performance across multiple derbies and lakes

Free to play with optional upgrades
Ice Fishing Derby 2 is free to download and play.
•	Lake Pass unlocks all 22 lakes for free fishing and free exploration on foot
•	Derby Pro unlocks everything in the Lake Pass, plus Pro Derbies, plus snowmobile exploration for Pro Derbies and Free Fishing
•	Gems can be earned by playing or purchased, and are used to unlock lasting free-fishing equipment

Whether you want a thoughtful fishing sim with real decisions or a quick session trying to squeeze one more trophy walleye in before the clock hits zero, Ice Fishing Derby 2 brings the feel of tournament ice fishing to your phone or tablet.

## Key features

- 3D ice fishing simulation
- Multi-day derbies
- Free fishing mode
- Gear and money management
- Realistic fish behavior
- Dynamic weather system

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Large Pack: 10,000 Gems | $19.99 | one-time |
| Lake Pass | $4.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack: 4,500 Gems | $7.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack: 600 Gems | $0.99 | one-time |
| Derby Pro Plus Package | $24.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack: 1,500 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack: 1,500 Gems | $2.99 | one-time |
| Derby Pro Plus Package | $29.99 | one-time |
| Derby Pro Package | $14.99 | one-time |
| Lake Pass | $7.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack: 600 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack: 4,500 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack: 1,500 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |
| Derby Pro Package | $9.99 | one-time |
| Starter Pack: 600 Gems | $1.99 | one-time |
| Medium Pack: 4,500 Gems | $9.99 | one-time |
| Small Pack: 1,500 Gems | $3.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 186)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ice-fishing-derby-2/id6755603899/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Fishing review

*2026-08-10, version 1.74*

Fun game wish the game would go out to deeper waters instead of just fishing the edges.

### 5/5 — Good

*2026-08-10, version 1.74*

I love this game

### 4/5 — Great game

*2026-08-09, version 1.74*

Wish you could do more on the free end. Other than that great game. Better than the first one

### 5/5 — All around great game

*2026-08-07, version 1.74*

Tons of fun lots of fish different species gear lures both free fishing and derby are challenging but not that hard once you get the hang of things I absolutely enjoy this game

### 4/5 — Ok

*2026-08-06, version 1.74*

Ok

### 3/5 — Cool game

*2026-08-06, version 1.74*

It’s fine.

### 5/5 — Best fishing game

*2026-08-05, version 1.74*

Love it

### 5/5 — Grinding

*2026-07-27*

Really grind able

### 5/5 — Very fun and entertaining

*2026-07-15, version 1.74*

.

### 5/5 — I like the game

*2026-07-07, version 1.74*

I just live it and because of how the game has dialogue Wich is the coolest thing ever

## Frequently asked questions about Ice Fishing Derby 2

### What is Ice Fishing Derby 2?

Ice Fishing Derby 2 is a 3D ice fishing game that combines realistic tactics with gamified fishing. Players can plan their day, manage their gear and money, and compete in derbies or relax in free fishing mode.

### What are the different modes in the game?

The game features three modes: Free Fishing, where you can fish at your own pace and unlock gear; Open Derbies, competitive 5-day events with limited starting resources; and Pro Derbies, which offer more lakes, fish species, and advanced equipment.

### How does the game handle player progression and competition?

Derbies are designed for fair competition, with all players starting with limited shop credit for each event. The challenge lies in efficiently upgrading equipment and catching valuable fish to outperform other players.

### What kind of fish and environments can I expect?

The game features lifelike fish with varied behaviors based on species, size, and depth. You'll explore 3D lakes with dynamic weather, including falling snow and colder days, and encounter multiple fish species like perch, walleye, pike, and trout.

### Is the game free to play?

The game is free to play and offers in-app purchases. While you can enjoy the core gameplay and progress through free fishing and open derbies, in-app purchases may offer advantages or faster progression.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.74 — 2026-01-28

Fix for issue with new players unable to pick a character

### 1.73 — 2026-01-26

Minor fixes and performance improvements.

### 1.70 — 2026-01-08

Fixes and performance improvements

### 1.68 — 2026-01-07

Performance improvements

### 1.66 — 2025-12-31

Minor fixes, and preparation for the upcoming championship season

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