A quiet corner of the internet for virtual anglers

Starzycki Fishing is a blog about fishing video games, with a focus on tackle, lures and the northern lakes and rivers that many games are built around.

Stylized game scene of a lakeside log cabin with a canoe and fishing rods at dusk

What Starzycki Fishing covers

The blog explains the parts of fishing games that decide whether a session feels rewarding or frustrating. That means tackle setups, lure choice, reading the water, species behavior, weather and seasons, and winter ice fishing.

Most articles focus on settings inspired by the Canadian wilderness: cold lakes, rocky shorelines, weed beds, fast rivers and frozen bays. These places appear in many fishing games because they offer a wide range of water and fish to explore.

Who the blog is for

Starzycki Fishing is written for players. Some readers are brand new to fishing games and want to understand why a rod snaps or why nothing bites. Others have played for a long time and want to refine their approach to a tricky species or a new map.

You do not need real fishing experience to follow the guides. Terms like drag, drop-off or crankbait are explained in plain language when they first appear.

An independent, informational approach

Starzycki Fishing is operated by SZYMON PAWEL STARZYCKI and is not affiliated with any game developer or publisher. The articles are independent opinions and explanations, not official guides.

We write evergreen content only. There is no news, no leaks and no update notes here. Because game mechanics differ between titles and can change with updates, we describe general principles and encourage you to check the details in your own game.

Games are inspired by real angling but simplify it. Nothing on this blog is advice for real-world fishing; for that, follow local rules and consult experienced local sources.