Battle of Goldfish Scooping
"Battle of Goldfish Scooping" is an asymmetrical multiplayer action game. Players take on the roles of scoops and goldfish to aim for high scores. Based on your previous play results, you can acquire skills and enhance parameters to aim for even higher scores!
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"Battle of Goldfish Scooping" is an asymmetrical multiplayer action game inspired by kingyo-sukui, the classic goldfish scooping game from Japanese fairs.
Scoop with Delicate Skill
Use your poi—a fragile paper scoop—to catch goldfish and drop them into the bowl.
Scoop them one after another to trigger combos and earn bonus points!
Play as a Goldfish and Escape!
Take on the role of a goldfish and dart through the water to avoid the poi.
Collect glowing orbs to raise your score—and even if you’re scooped up, bounce your way to freedom!
Grow Stronger Each Time You Play
Earn new skills and boost your stats based on your results after each match.
Keep playing, keep improving, and aim for the high score!
Join the Festival Online
Dive into a shared tank with players from around the world!
But be careful—other players might steal your catch!
A playful twist on a timeless Japanese festival tradition.
Will you scoop—or be scooped?
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