Item: i Fishing 3 by Rocking Pocket Games
Rating: 88
Author: Dinsun

Our Site Score

88/100

iFishing 3 is widely considered the gold standard for realistic fishing simulations on mobile, and for good reason. It moves away from the 'arcade' style of most fishing games and leans heavily into the tactical side of the sport. You aren't just tapping a button to reel in; you're driving a boat, using a photo-realistic fish finder, and selecting specific lures based on the weather and time of day.

The '3' in the series brought significant graphical upgrades. The water effects and the backgrounds of the various lakes (from glacial peaks to swampy everglades) are immersive. Reeling in a trophy bass feels like a genuine battle, requiring you to manage line tension and rod angle carefully. For those who can't get out to the lake in real life, this is the most relaxing and authentic alternative available on the App Store.

Reviewed on: Fri Feb 27 2026

Dinsun Review

The i Fishing series has been around forever, and part 3 doesn't feel like a huge leap forward. It’s got that clunky, early-smartphone interface that I actually find somewhat nostalgic, but objectively, it’s dated. The physics of the line tension are decent, and there’s a good variety of fish, but the environments are static and lifeless.

If you want a 'simulation' that doesn't bombard you with flashy microtransactions and loot boxes, this is a rare breed. It’s just fishing. However, it’s boring. There’s no weight to the world. It’s a set of janky menus and a basic reeling mini-game. It’s fine for a certain type of older gamer who just wants to kill time, but it’s not going to win any awards for innovation.

Overall Stats

Pros & Cons

No modern Gacha/Microtransaction nonsense
Large variety of lures and fish

Dated visuals and UI
Lifeless environments
Clunky controls

Technical Report

Performance: Stable, but looks poorly optimized for modern high-res screens.

Accessibility:

Audience Fit

Buy if: You want a straightforward fishing game without modern mobile 'hook' mechanics.

Skip if: You want high-fidelity graphics or a modern user interface.

Similar Games:

Fishing Clash
Ridiculous Fishing

Reviewer Context

Reviewer: Dinsun
Hardware: iPhone 15 Pro
Playtime: 3 hours
Status: Unlocked 3 lakes

The Game

Available on: Apple TV, iPhone, iPod

689800798

$2.99 4+★2.8 17 reviews

Author : Chris Egerter

Pubish Date : Thu Oct 10 2013

Last Update Date : Thu May 21 2015

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.5Thu May 21 2015

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
-Big fixes
-Redesigned main menu
FISH ON YOUR TV
Now you can fish on your TV from the comfort of your living room with an Apple TV. iFishing 3 is the perfect game to bring the great outdoors to you, no matter where you are.
FEATURES
- Full motion video backgrounds
- Photorealistic graphics with fish that kick and jump
- Compete in 50 tournaments in the new Career Mode
- Visit the Tackle Store to buy new lures, different rods, and line
- Use the siri remote to cast and catch fish.
Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
iFishing 3 is the much improved sequel to the smash hit iFishing.
iFishing has over 20 million players worldwide and we thank you for your support since the game was launched. We took all your suggestions and improved the game in every area possible!
FEATURES
- 17 Full motion 720p video backgrounds
- Photorealistic graphics and with fish that kick and jump
- Compete in 50 tournaments in the new Career Mode
- Visit the Tackle Store to buy new lures, different rods, and line
- New spinning reel controls
- Compete for the biggest fish on online leaderboards.
- NEW! Challenge your friends to catch the most fish in the 10 Minute Challenge.
FISH ON YOUR TV
Now you can fish on your TV from the comfort of your living room with an Apple TV. Simply turn on screen mirroring and start the game. During gameplay your phone turns into a second screen with just the controls visible.
iFishing 3 is the perfect game to bring the great outdoors to you, no matter where you are.
For more great games visit www.RockingPocketGames.com

Ratings & Reviews

2.8 out of 5 with 17 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 4+

iFishing 3 is the latest installment in the hit fishing series, offering unparalleled realism for angling enthusiasts. Drive your bass boat around massive lakes, use the sonar to locate trophy fish, and choose from dozens of lures to entice 10 different species of fish. With realistic physics, changing weather conditions, and career mode progression, iFishing 3 provides a deep and rewarding simulation of the sport. Compete in tournaments or simply enjoy a quiet evening on the water.

Features

17 unique and unlockable lakes

Realistic fish AI and variety of species

Full boat control with sonar/fish finder

Customizable tackle box and lures

Career mode with tournaments

Tips

Catching Your First Trophy

Start by driving your boat to an area with underwater structures like logs or weeds. Check your fish finder; once you see icons, select a top-water lure for morning sessions or a deep-diver for midday.

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Gameplays

Tournament Mode

Enter timed events where you must catch the heaviest total weight of fish. Manage your time between traveling to spots and the actual fight to climb the leaderboard.