Item: Hey, That's My Fish! HD
Rating: 88
Author: Dinsun

Our Expert Score

88/100

Hey, That's My Fish! HD is a brilliant digital adaptation of the beloved strategy board game. The transition to iOS is seamless, capturing the cutthroat nature of the original where you command a colony of penguins trying to hoard as many fish as possible before the ice floes disappear. What makes this game so compelling is the simplicity of its rules paired with the surprising depth of its strategy. Every time a penguin moves, the tile they were on is removed, slowly shrinking the map and potentially trapping your opponents—or yourself—on isolated islands.

The presentation is top-notch, with charming animations and a clean interface that makes local pass-and-play a breeze. It’s the perfect 'coffee break' game, offering quick matches that demand genuine tactical thinking. Whether you are playing against the surprisingly competent AI or competing with up to three friends, the tension of watching the board disintegrate tile by tile never gets old. It’s an essential pick for board game fans looking for a polished, portable version of a modern classic.

Dinsun reviewed on: Sat May 11 2024

The Game

Available on: iPhone, iPad, iPod

432427965

$0.99 9+★4.7 11 reviews

Author : Fantasy Flight Games

Pubish Date : Tue Apr 26 2011

Last Update Date : Mon Apr 24 2017

Support Languages : English

Genres :

Version 1.1.0Mon Apr 24 2017

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.
Updated to support 64-bit iOS devices!
Hey, That’s My Fish! brings the classic strategy board game of ravenous penguins searching for sustenance to iOS! Play against the computer or compete locally with up to three friends in a fun-filled race against time.
With a variety of maps to choose from, Hey, That’s My Fish! offers endless hours of fun! Can you supply your colony with enough food to win the day, or will your cunning opponent leave you drifting out at sea?
CRITICAL RESPONSE
"As a casual strategy game, Hey, That's My Fish! is easy to recommend." 4/5 stars from 148apps.com
"Fast-paced and well-suited for the touch screen"
4/5 stars from Gamezebo.com
"Whenever I've introduced the game to friends they've all walked away impressed."
4.5/5 stars from Android Game Reviews
Requires iOS 6.0 or later. Compatible with iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.
Hey, That’s My Fish! brings the classic strategy board game of ravenous penguins searching for sustenance to iOS! Play against the computer or compete locally with up to three friends in a fun-filled race against time.
With a variety of maps to choose from, Hey, That’s My Fish! offers endless hours of fun! Can you supply your colony with enough food to win the day, or will your cunning opponent leave you drifting out at sea?
CRITICAL RESPONSE
"As a casual strategy game, Hey, That's My Fish! is easy to recommend." 4/5 stars from 148apps.com
"Fast-paced and well-suited for the touch screen"
4/5 stars from Gamezebo.com
"Whenever I've introduced the game to friends they've all walked away impressed."
4.5/5 stars from Android Game Reviews

Ratings & Reviews

4.7 out of 5 with 11 Counts

★★★★★

Age Rating 9+

Hey, That's My Fish! brings the world-renowned strategy board game to iOS. Players control a team of hungry penguins on an ice-covered sea. On each turn, a penguin moves in a straight line, collecting the fish-filled tile it departs from. However, once a tile is taken, it leaves a hole in the ice, meaning the board constantly changes and shrinks. Success requires blocking your opponents while securing the richest fishing grounds for your own colony. With multiple map layouts and support for up to 4 players, it's a deep yet accessible tactical challenge.

Features

Official digital version of the hit board game

Local multiplayer for up to 4 players

Multiple board configurations and maps

Challenging AI with adjustable difficulty

Retina display optimized graphics

Tips

Securing the Big Catch

Start by placing your penguins on tiles with only one fish to save the 2-fish and 3-fish tiles for later. Try to move toward the center of the board early on to maintain mobility, then aim to cut off sections of the ice to create private islands for your penguins where they can harvest fish undisturbed.

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Gameplays

Modes of Play

The game features a robust single-player mode against three difficulty levels of AI. For social gaming, the local multiplayer supports 2 to 4 players in a pass-and-play format, making it an excellent travel companion.