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Reel Talk

Cast your line, catch some fish, and make real connections. REEL TALK is a cozy multiplayer fishing game where you hang out, customize your character with pride, and chat with friends old and new. No pressure, no competition-just good vibes by the water.

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About the Game

Welcome to the pond.

REEL TALK is a multiplayer social fishing game about slowing down, being yourself, and finding your people. Grab a rod, pick your spot by the water, and see who's around. Maybe you'll catch a rare fish. Maybe you'll catch feelings. Definitely you'll catch good vibes.

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BE YOUR REEL SELF

Create a character that feels like you. Choose your species, colors, and title-displayed right above your head for everyone to see. Start with pronouns, earn titles through achievements, or buy silly ones from the Title Shop. Deck yourself out in pride accessories, silly hats, and outfits that let you express exactly who you are. This is a space where you belong.

  • Title system - Pronouns, earned titles, and purchasable titles displayed above your name

  • Character customization - Species, colors, face parts, accessories

  • Pride flag colors - Available for fur, outfits, and accessories

  • Wardrobe system - Save outfits and swap instantly

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FISH YOUR WAY

Cast your line and reel in your catch with satisfying mash-to-reel gameplay. Discover dozens of fish species-from common minnows to legendary catches. Fill your journal, sell your haul, and upgrade your gear for faster reeling and better luck. Or don't! There's no wrong way to fish here.

  • No-stress fishing - Fish wait for you. No timers, no panic. Cast and reel at your own pace.

  • Mash-to-reel minigame - Satisfying button mashing that feels good every time.

  • 35+ fish species - Freshwater, saltwater, secret catches, and legendary weirdos, each with personality.

  • Fish journal - Track discoveries, complete collections, chase rare catches.

  • Sell your haul - Earn currency to unlock titles, gear upgrades, and cosmetics.

  • Quests & achievements - Dozens of quests and 90+ achievements to chase (or ignore).

"Rainbow Trout: Yes, they're gay. We love it."

"Carp: Thick queen energy."

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HANG OUT TOGETHER

Join public servers or create a private hangout for just your friends. Chat, emote, sit by the water, and enjoy each other's company. REEL TALK is designed for the conversations that happen between casts-the real talk.

  • Text chat with customizable filters

  • 15 emotes (wave, dance, sit, meow, and more)

  • Row boats out onto the lake together

  • Draw on the world with chalk

  • Free camera mode for screenshots

  • Server browser with public/private options

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MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

The world keeps going while you fish. Watch the day roll into night, upgrade your campsite, and decorate the world your way.

  • Day/night cycle - Golden hours, starry nights, and fish that keep biting.

  • Camp upgrades - Grow your campsite tier and unlock better gear licenses.

  • Placeable props - Decorate the world with props for everyone to enjoy.

  • Mystery boxes & scratch cards - Little gambles, big serotonin.

  • Treasure hunting - Secrets are buried all over. Some of them are literal.

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SAFE WATERS

We built safety into the foundation. Robust moderation tools, easy blocking, chat filters, and secure networking mean you can relax knowing the space is protected. Server hosts have full control over their community. Harassment has no home here.

  • Host moderation - Kick, ban, manage your space

  • Player blocking - Mute and hide anyone instantly

  • Chat filters - On by default, adjustable

  • One-click leave - Exit any time, no questions asked

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PLAY YOUR WAY

  • Auto-Reel Assist for reduced mashing

  • Colorblind filters and high-contrast mode

  • Dyslexia-friendly font and adjustable text size

  • Text-to-speech and hold-to-toggle inputs

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FEATURES

  • Cozy multiplayer fishing for 2-12 players per server

  • Inclusive character creator with title system and pride cosmetics

  • Satisfying mash-to-reel fishing with upgradeable gear

  • 35+ fish species to discover and catalog

  • Upgradeable rods, lures, bait, and tackle licenses

  • Day/night cycle, boats, and placeable props

  • Mystery boxes, scratch cards, and treasure hunting

  • Dozens of quests and 90+ achievements

  • Secret areas for the curious

  • Free camera mode for screenshots and exploring

  • Text chat with customizable filters

  • Host moderation tools (kick, ban, permissions)

  • No competitive pressure-just vibes

  • $5

Come for the fish. Stay for the friends.

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