Factsheet
Developer:
Loading Studios
Based in Portugal
Release date:
TBD
Platforms:
Windows
PlayStation 5
Description
Step into the shoes of Lázaro, a Portuguese fisherman during the peak of the cod fishing fleets. Set in 1942 during World War II, experience the challenges and homesickness faced by the sailors on board the ship "Maria da Glória" as they navigate the Greenland Seas to fish cod. Immerse yourself in an emotional narrative with dialogues in authentic old Portuguese slang and fulfill the duties of a traditional fisherman as you unravel the tragic fate of the ship.
History
"The Fisherman: A Codfish Tale" began as a collaborative academic project in February 2023, driven by a deep desire to showcase more about Portuguese culture and climate change awareness, with a specific focus on the codfish fishing tradition.
Features
- Experience the lonely routine inside a Dóris
- Catch cod in Greenland's cold seas
- Explore the ship Maria da Glória
- Talk to various sailors
- Fulfill typical fishermen's tasks
- Climate change awareness
Videos
The Fisherman: A Codfish Tale | Trailer YouTube
Images
Logo & Icon
Monetization Permission
Loading Studios allows for the contents of The Fisherman: A Codfish Tale to be published through video broadcasting services for any commercial or non-commercial purposes. Monetization of videos created containing assets from The Fisherman: A Codfish Tale is legally & explicitly allowed by Loading Studios. This permission can be found in writing at https://www.indiedb.com/games/the-fisherman-a-codfish-tale/presskit.
About Loading Studios
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Loading Studios is an independent game development studio located in Lisbon, Portugal. With a diverse portfolio of games ranging from sports and adventure titles to puzzle and strategy games, Loading Studios has been consistently delivering unique and captivating games that entertain and challenge players of all ages.
As a small team, we are committed to bringing a unique perspective to the world of indie game development in Portugal. We take pride in our cultural heritage and strive to incorporate our unique perspective into every game we create. Our games are a reflection of our passion for innovation, creativity, and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in game design.
"There has never been a better time to load a game", so come with us and join us on our journey and experience the thrill of gaming like never before.
More information
More information on Loading Studios, our logo & relevant media are available here.
The Fisherman: A Codfish Tale Credits
Vasco.Olive
Game Designer
Diana Pereira
Game Artist
Tiago Leitão
Programmer
Contact
presskit() by Rami Ismail (Vlambeer) - also thanks to these fine folks