Another new addition to the mix is the network feature, which allows you to enter a tournament to win rare lures and such. While it would have been nice to be able to fish with a buddy live over SegaNet, sadly, this is not the case. The innovations are small, but it's refreshing to see more and more games take advantage of the Dreamcast's online capabilities.
On the whole, Marine Fishing is a graphically pleasing game, and the series has definitely been improved by leaps and bounds since Bass Fishing. Wow Entertainment has taken the virtual fishing experience to new depths by improving the textures and animations of the fish and making them more lifelike. The water effects have also been greatly improved, which enhances the experience both above and below the surface in Marine Fishing. Overall, a much prettier picture of the sport has been painted this time around.
Musically, the game is somewhat spotty. While the game excels in terms of graphics, it comes up a little short in the sound department. The bulk of the in-game music is fast-paced, loud guitar rock. While the music adds to the excitement when you have a fish on the line, it gets repetitive fast. This can easily be remedied, though, by unlocking new songs by catching certain fish in original mode.
In the end, Marine Fishing is an easy game to get into, and it's fun to play. It would have been great to have two-player or online modes of play, but overall, these shortcomings are minor. The final outcome is an improvement on the small family of fishing games, and while the game may not hold up in terms of long-lasting value, those looking for a quick fishing fix without getting dirty will be more than pleased with this offering.
