We have Sega Bass Fishing for the Wii. It's pretty fun to play with the kid. You get into tournaments, etc. As far as the visuals, it's pretty realistic, but the numbers aren't so much. 5 pounds is considered average and I've caught a 21 pounder.
I've heard the Rapala one sucks. I haven't heard much about the newest one, the kit that comes with the pole, but I saw a kid playing it at a fishing expo yesterday and it looked pretty cool.
Did a quick search for some reviews. Found this one on
Hooked, which I believe was the one I referenced just above. Review doesn't sound too good.
Edit again, it's the Wii Strike that is the newest one with the rod controller kit. Bass Pro Shops The Strike, full name, and it sounds better than our Sega Bass Fishing game as you get to target a little more than just LMB. In Sega there are smallies mixed in with LMB, but not specifically differentiated. It says you get to target LMB, SMB, Striped Bass, and Walleye in The Strike, however the
reviews for it aren't that great either.
For what it's worth, I think the Sega Bass Fishing game serves the purpose for us. We're not big gamers, just play occasionally, so it fits the bill. Maybe it's best, with whichever game you choose, to not expect too much, and maybe you'll be pleasantly surprised how fun it is.
Whichever you do decide to go with let us know how it is.
