Luna's Fishing Garden is a short, cozy fishing and building game. Catch fish, trade it in and create the garden of your dreams by planting new trees, placing water objects and bringing animals to the archipelago.
Players can choose between two distinct fishing modes - a challenging Stardew Valley-style minigame that requires precise timing to successfully catch fish, or a more relaxed and forgiving casual mode. The game features over 20 unique fish types, each with their own behaviors and patterns, adding variety to the fishing experience. Players can also adjust the fishing speed to their liking, making the minigame more or less challenging.
In addition to fishing, players must gather a variety of resources, such as fruits, flowers, and other plants, to complete quests and progress the story. As players advance, they unlock the ability to automate this gathering process by deploying capybaras and birds to collect resources on their behalf. This allows players to passively accumulate resources while focusing on other tasks.
As players complete quests and expand their gardens, they gain access to new areas, characters, and upgrades. Players can upgrade their fishing rod, boat, and other tools to make certain tasks more efficient. The game also features a collectible journal system, where players can catalog all the fish and plants they encounter, adding an extra layer of progression.
The game's simple yet charming pixel art, soothing soundtrack, and easy-going progression system create a cozy, wholesome atmosphere. Players can play at their own pace, taking their time to fish, gather resources, and interact with the delightful cast of characters. The game's short playtime (around 3-5 hours) and lack of punishing mechanics make it an ideal "palate cleanser" between more intense gaming experiences.