Open now · By request
Tidebound playtest
by Tinymice Entertainment
Chill, catch, sell, upgrade! Tidebound is a fishing game with a relaxing, cozy atmosphere where you upgrade your boat, and sail further to fish for more expensive and exotic sea animals. Casual yet engaging, the game offers a sense of progress with tons of equipment and hundreds of species to catch.
It's free to ask. The developer chooses who gets in.
- Access
- By request
- Planned release
- Q2 2027
- Developer
- Tinymice Entertainment
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- Players
- Single-player
- Languages
- English, French, German, Japanese and 10 more
How to join the Tidebound playtest
- Open the game's Steam page with the Request access button. Sign in to Steam if it asks.
- Request access to the Tidebound playtest there. It's free and doesn't commit you to anything.
- The developer lets players in, often in batches, so it can take a while. Steam emails you when you're in, and the playtest appears in your library.
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About Tidebound
Tidebound is a game that seamlessly blends the tranquility of fishing with the strategic depth of inventory management, offering a serene yet engaging gaming experience. At its heart, Tidebound is a farming simulator, where players immerse themselves in fishing activities, creature collection, and effective resource management.
Gameplay
Inventory management is a critical aspect of gameplay. Players must efficiently manage the resources they gather, whether from the sea, their farms, or during their explorations. Balancing storage space, deciding which resources to keep, sell, or use, and upgrading equipment are all strategic decisions that affect progress in the game.
Chill & Engaging Atmosphere
Despite its depth, Tidebound maintains a relaxing and casual atmosphere. It's designed to be accessible to players who prefer a more laid-back gaming experience, yet it still offers enough complexity and challenge to keep more seasoned gamers engaged.
In summary, Tidebound is a rich and varied experience, offering players a unique blend of activities and challenges. Whether you're a fan of meticulous resource management, the calmness of fishing, the satisfaction of a well-tended farm, or the thrill of discovery!
From the game's Steam page.
