We brought you the news of retro-inspired Nice Day for Fishing’s physical release. Since then, publisher Team 17 has announced the pixel art cozy title will be casting a net and reeling in some on Xbox later in 2025. The game has been a surprise hit with gamers following its early summer release.
In a press statement, Team17 Digital and developer FusionPlay said. “Our hit pixel fishing adventure title, Nice Day for Fishing, is finally coming to Xbox Series X|S. Fans of the much-loved YouTube comedy group, Viva La Dirt League, will not need to wait long as the release is set to drop later this year.”
It was also announced at Gamescom that there will be a huge free content update on the way, including seasonal events, new fearsome and intimidating enemies and additional customisation options, such as sails to give your boat a fresh look and new outfits for Baelin, so he can save the day in style.
Key features:
- Explore the enchanting lands of Azerim: Journey from Honeywood Forest to the Azerim coast, where you’ll be tasked with quests fit for an Adventurer, meet characters straight from the Epic NPC Man series, and find new fish to catch.
- Epic RPG fishing battles: Engage in fearless fishing battles to increase your strength and unlock spells to use against your aquatic adversaries.
- Engage in the Ultimate Hero Experience: His rod is his weapon; his boat is his steed, and his hat is his armour. Every Adventurer deserves powerful tools for their quest! Rebuild Honeywood from materials dredged up from the seas and unlock merchants to upgrade your gear.
- Complete your fishing collection: Prove yourself worthy to the mighty fishing God by offering completed collections from each region at his statue and receive your blessings of powerful spells.
