Reel Fishing
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Developed_By:
Victor Interactive Software Inc.
Published_By:
Natsume
Released On:
10 Oct 1996
Reel Fishing , released on 31st March 1998, is a fishing simulation game for the PlayStation console. The game features Full Motion Videos displaying fishing spots with fish and line superimposed on them. Your goal is to catch fish without letting them get away.
The gameplay involves using the right bait to catch fish, which can be kept in your own aquarium. You must care for them by refreshing their water and feeding them regularly. The game is divided into stages, with each stage requiring you to catch a certain number of fish before advancing to the next location.
eBay Product ID:
1506 (United States)
eBay Product ID:
2995 (United States)
UPC-A:
719593050018 (United States)
UPC-A:
719593050049 (United States)
ASIN:
B00001ZWOY (United States)
ASIN:
B00002STSV (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-00440 (United States)
Sony PN:
SLUS-00843 (United States)
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Input Devices Required:
Gamepad
Number of Offline Players:
1 Player
Save Game Methods:
External Storage
Number of Players Supported:
1 Player
Input Device Features Supported:
Vibration
Controller Types Supported:
Analog Controller
Input Devices Supported/Optional:
Fishing Controller
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
How to Play
System Set Up
Set up your PlayStation™ game console according to its Instruction Manual. Ensure the power is off before inserting or removing a compact disc.
Insert the Reel Fishing disc and close the Disc Cover. Insert game controllers and turn on the PlayStation™ game console. Follow on-screen instructions to start a game.
Top View
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RESET BUTTON
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POWER INDICATOR
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POWER BUTTON
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CONTROLLER PORT
Front View
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CONTROLLER PORT 1
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CONTROLLER PORT 2
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OPEN BUTTON
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DISC COVER
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 1
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MEMORY CARD SLOT 2
Introduction
This game offers the fun, excitement, joy, and frustrations of fishing in the wild with lifelike graphics and sounds. It appeals to experienced anglers and newcomers alike, teaching the basics of angler's technique and jargon.
Catching fish requires many skills, especially patience. Don't be discouraged if you come up empty-handed at first. The Fishing Master can provide tips to help you improve.
As your skills grow, you'll fish like a pro, aiming to catch more and bigger fish to break records. Landing a trophy fish is a rewarding experience. You might even outfish the Fishing Master, though few reach that level.
Getting Started
Insert the disk into the PlayStation, close the cover, and turn on the power. The Demo Screen will appear.
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To skip the Demo screen and go to the Title screen, press the Select button.
Title Screen Options
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NEW GAME
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LOAD GAME
On the Title screen, choose either "New Game" or "Load Game." Select "New Game" to start a game from the beginning.
Loading a Saved Game
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Choose "Load Game."
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Select a memory card.
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Load the data.
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Do not remove the memory card or turn off the power while loading data.
Aqua Room
The Aqua Room is your base camp for fishing trips. It contains two Fish Tanks, a Fishing License, Ranking, a Picture of the Fishing Master, and an Album.
Highlight the object you want to select, then press the X button.
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FISH TANK (LAKE)
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FISH TANK (RIVER)
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FISHING LICENSE
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RANKING
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FISHING MASTER'S PHOTO
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ALBUM
Album
The Album allows you to move to a fishing spot, review the Master's record, and save a game.
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Press the X button or the Left Directional button to open the Album.
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Use the Left or Right Directional buttons to turn pages.
Album Contents
The first page of the Album shows the Table of Contents. This includes various fishing spots (more become available as your skills increase), Save, and Record Fish.
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Select an item and press the X button to go to that page.
Save
To save a game, insert a memory card into the Memory Card slot.
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Select "Save" from the Table of Contents.
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The memory card will appear on the screen. If you have two memory cards, choose one.
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Press the X button to select one of four "Save Areas."
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Press the X button again to save.
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DO NOT remove the memory card, press the reset button, or turn off the power while saving.
Record Fish
This page displays a gallery of record fish. If you catch a record-breaker, its image (in color) will replace the previous record-holder's (black and white) image.
Fishing Spot
The Table of Contents lists fishing spots accessible at your current level. To go to a fishing spot, select one and press the X button.
Fish Tanks
The Aqua Room has two types of fish tanks: one for river/stream fish and one for lake/pond fish.
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Select one of the tanks and press the X button.
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Five options will appear for each tank.
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To return to the Aqua Room, press the O button.
Put Fish in the Fish Tank
After each fishing trip, you can bring two fish back in the "livewell" and keep up to three fish in each tank.
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If you want to release a fish from the tank to make room, go to "Release" first, then return to "Put Fish in the Fish Tank."
Name Fish
You can name fish using the Directional buttons to select letters (up to seven).
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Press the X button after each letter selection.
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After choosing the name, press "Enter."
Watch Fish
Here you can review the names, sizes, and physical condition of fish.
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Use the Up and Down buttons to select a fish.
Fish Tank Warning
Remember to take care of your fish. Do not overfeed them, as this will make the water murky and weaken the fish. They might even die if the water cleaner is off for too long.
Watch the Fish Tank Controls
The Fish Tank on the screen is realistic. Controls allow you to manage the tank.
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Feed: Earthworm (X button), Salmon Egg (△ button), Grub (□ button)
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Light on/off: L1 button
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Water Cleaner on/off: L2 button
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Knock on the tank: normal (R1 button), loud (R2 button)
Release
To release a fish from the Tank, or one you've just caught, select it then choose "Yes."
Looks at Aqua Room
Select this command to return to the Aqua Room.
Ranking
This section displays the top five records in each
Controls
+ Button
Moves the cursor.
O Button
Cancels a command or goes back to the previous menu.
Button
Not used.
X Button
Executes commands.
L1 Button
Not used.
L2 Button
Not used.
R1 Button
Not used.
R2 Button
Changes the sound mode.
Start Button
Not used.
Select Button
Not used.
Tips & Maps
How do I successfully set the hook?
When setting the hook underwater, move the bait in front of the fish by tapping X, then stop tapping and let the current take the bait to its mouth. For surface fishing, watch for water splashes and listen for noise when a fish approaches, then set the hook.
How can I get a hooked fish to face right?
While a fish is running fast toward the left, watch the river bottom movement; once it slows down, press and hold X to make the fish turn right and move toward the landing point.
What is the quickest way to catch fish?
When a fish is running fast toward the left, lightly tap the X button once, then reel in the line as soon as the fish slows down to pull it to the landing spot.
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