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AbsurDock

Yank an enormous line into an anomalous ocean in online co-op. Reel in physics-based props and risk the odds for rare loot. Use literally anything caught as bait, then decide how to break down your catch to build a dock and reach other islands.

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About the Game

Yank an enormous line into an anomalous ocean in online co-op. Reel in physics-based props and risk the odds for rare loot. Use literally anything caught as bait, then decide how to break down your catch to build a dock and reach other islands.

Reel in the Unknown

The ocean is full of junk, weapons, and hostile anomalies. Using a massive physics-based fishing rod, you’ll cast your hook into the depths to see what bites. Keep your line steady and play the odds. if things look too dangerous, cut the line. If you risk it, reel in your catch and deal with whatever comes up.

Use Anything as Bait

Every single item you catch has unique, randomized stats. Hook a hostile NPC? Use it as bait. Hook your co-op buddy? They are bait now, too. Stack items on your hook to manipulate your catch chances, track the odds in real-time, and pull up even rarer loot.

Crush, Burn, Destroy and Build

You don’t get resources for free. Toss your unwanted catches into the Crusher to extract valuable yields, or burn them in the Furnace to keep the machinery running. Break down props to gather wood and scrap, then use those materials to construct and expand a wooden dock across the water.

Push Further

Expand your dock far enough, and you’ll reach uncharted islands waiting to be looted. Search the environment and inspect your catches for hidden codes, then spend your hard-earned payouts at the vending machine for better gear to survive another day.

Survive the Anomalies

This is not a relaxing fishing trip. You need to manage your health and hunger while defending your expanding base from weather, anomalous events, and whatever horrors you accidentally reel in. Work together, because if your entire crew wipes, the run is over.