About Fishing: North Atlantic
Step into the role of a fishing captain in a stunningly realistic simulation that drops you straight into the vibrant waters of Nova Scotia. As the sequel to Fishing: Barents Sea, this game expands on everything its predecessor offered: a vast open ocean to explore, a rich variety of marine life, and a deeper set of fishing techniques to master. You upgrade your fleet of authentic North American vessels, learn methods like harpoon fishing and lobster pot hauling, and navigate a coastline that changes character with the weather. Detailed graphics and a dynamic weather system keep every trip feeling different, whether you are working the rugged shore or testing advanced gear in open water. If you enjoy simulation games built around fleet management and the natural beauty of the sea, this title gives you plenty to work with.
This page covers the current build, v1.7.1055.13364, delivered as a direct GOG installer. The download is 13.79 GB, so plan your drive space accordingly before you start.
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Technical Specifications
| Version | 1.7.1055.13364 |
| File Size | 13.79 GB |
| Operating System | Windows (64-bit) |
| Category | Simulation / Fishing |
| License | Free |
| Developer | GOG Unlocked |
Key Features
- Open-ocean Nova Scotia setting: A large, detailed map of the North Atlantic coast that you explore at your own pace across multiple fishing grounds.
- Authentic North American fleet: Buy, upgrade, and manage a growing collection of realistic fishing vessels, each suited to different kinds of work.
- Multiple fishing disciplines: Practice harpoon fishing, set lobster pots, and work other techniques that require you to match your gear to the species and season.
- Dynamic weather system: Conditions shift as you sail, affecting how you handle the boat and when it makes sense to head back to port.
- Career progression: Build your reputation as a captain, reinvest earnings into better equipment, and take on larger hauls as your fleet grows.
- Detailed visuals: High-quality water, vessel, and coastline rendering that reinforces the simulation feel.
- Direct GOG installer: One-click install and play, with no launcher hoops to jump through.
What You Actually Do in the Game
Fishing: North Atlantic is a management-and-simulation hybrid rather than an arcade fishing game. A typical session has you leaving port, choosing a fishing ground based on the species you are after, and then working the gear. Harpoon fishing is a hands-on, timing-sensitive activity, while lobster pots are more of a planning exercise: you place them, wait, and return to collect. The tension comes from balancing a productive trip against weather that can turn on you.
Between trips, you spend time on the business side. Upgrading vessels matters because each hull and gear set opens up different fishing methods and lets you handle rougher conditions. That loop — sail out, catch, sell, reinvest — is the core of the experience, and it rewards players who like planning as much as action.
If you enjoy naval and strategy titles with a slower, more deliberate pace, the Atlantic Fleet Free Download is a natural companion pick from the same ocean-themed corner of the catalog.
Who This Game Is For
You will get the most out of Fishing: North Atlantic if you like simulation games with real systems underneath them — the kind of player who enjoys learning vessel handling, reading weather, and optimizing a route. Fans of Fishing: Barents Sea will recognize the formula immediately, since this is a direct sequel that carries the same design philosophy into a new region. Players who prefer fast, arcade-style action may find the pacing slow, and that is a fair expectation to set before downloading.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Large, atmospheric open-ocean map with varied fishing grounds
- Genuine depth in fleet management and gear progression
- Multiple distinct fishing methods, including harpoon fishing and lobster pots
- Dynamic weather that meaningfully changes how you play
- Strong visual detail for a simulation title
- Direct GOG installer keeps setup simple
Cons
- The 13.79 GB download is substantial and takes time on slower connections
- Simulation pacing is deliberate; it will not appeal to players wanting instant action
- Requires a DirectX 11 GPU with 2 GB VRAM, so very old integrated graphics will struggle
- A broadband connection is listed as a requirement
System Requirements
- Windows 8.1 64-bit
- 3 GHz Dual Core processor
- 4 GB RAM
- DirectX 11 compatible graphics card with 2 GB VRAM (Nvidia GeForce GTX 750 or better, or a comparable AMD card)
- Broadband Internet connection
- Version 11 (DirectX)
- 12 GB available space
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
Note that the listed storage requirement (12 GB) sits below the actual download size of 13.79 GB, so keep extra free space on hand for the archive and the extracted installer.
Version Freshness and Trust Details
This page reflects build v1.7.1055.13364 of Fishing: North Atlantic, published under the GOG Unlocked label. The version number and 13.79 GB file size in the specifications table above are the exact values tied to this download link, so you can confirm you are getting the build described here rather than an older release. Because the installer is a direct GOG package, installation follows a standard setup wizard: accept the EULA, choose your install location, and let it finish. After that, you launch the game from the desktop shortcut.
One practical tip: use a download manager for a file this size. Interrupted transfers on a 13.79 GB archive are frustrating to restart from zero, and a manager lets you resume. The free Free Download Manager is one option, and any equivalent tool works just as well.
This download is completely free. If you enjoy the game and want to support the people who made it, you can purchase a copy through the official GOG store page.
Installation Instructions
- Click the Download button below and you will be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 5 seconds and click on the blue ‘download now’ button. We recommend using a download manager for faster download speeds. (You can use FDM, which is free here, or any other download manager.)
- Once the game is finished downloading, right click the .zip file and click on “Extract to Fishing: North Atlantic v1.7.1055.13364.zip” (to do this you will need 7-Zip, which you can get here, or you can use the built-in Windows extractor).
- Double click inside the Fishing: North Atlantic v1.7.1055.13364 folder and run the setup application. Accept the EULA, and install the game. Then, launch the game through the desktop shortcut.
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If you like the idea of managing a fleet and making tactical calls on the water, the Bad North: Jotunn Edition Free Download offers a very different but equally strategic take on naval defense. For players drawn to narrative-driven strategy, Celestian Tales: Old North Free Download rounds out the list.
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Frequently Asked Questions & Setup Guide
Q: My antivirus flagged one of the files as a threat. Is this game safe?
A: Yes, all files on our site are 100% verified clean. Antivirus software may occasionally flag steam_api.dll or crack files as false positives due to modified game binaries. Temporarily whitelist the game directory before extracting.
Q: I get a missing DLL error (e.g., VCRUNTIME140.dll, MSVCP140.dll, or D3DCOMPILER). How do I fix it?
A: Missing DLL errors indicate missing Windows system libraries. Ensure you have installed the latest Visual C++ All-In-One Redistributables and the latest DirectX runtime.
Q: Where are my game save files located?
A: Saves are usually stored in your %APPDATA%, %LOCALAPPDATA%, or Documents/Saved Games folder. Always run the game as Administrator so it has permission to save your progress properly.
Q: Can I play online or multiplayer with friends?
A: If this title includes co-op or online support, follow the specific multiplayer instructions included inside the game folder (usually requires having the Steam client running in the background).
