I Am Fish is a wildly creative physics-based adventure game that takes you on an emotional — and often chaotic — journey through the eyes of four brave fish trying to reunite. Developed by Bossa Studios, the minds behind Surgeon Simulator and I Am Bread, this game blends absurd comedy with surprisingly touching storytelling, wrapped in ragdoll physics and aquatic mayhem. Here’s why it’s become a fan-favorite among indie and casual gamers alike.
I Am Fish: The Hilarious, Heartfelt Physics Adventure You Didn’t Know You Needed
What Is “I Am Fish”?
Released on Steam and other platforms, I Am Fish is a single-player adventure game where you control four different fish as they try to escape captivity and make their way back to the ocean. Each fish has a unique ability — from flying to puffer-fueled bouncing — and every level presents absurd challenges based on real-world environments.
Imagine navigating city streets inside a rolling fishbowl or flopping down hallways to avoid being cooked alive. That’s I Am Fish in a nutshell.
Why Everyone’s Talking About It
1. Fresh Take on Physics Gameplay
If you’ve played Human: Fall Flat or Octodad, you know the fun of uncoordinated chaos. I Am Fish takes this to new heights with water physics, containers that roll or break, and flopping mechanics that are both frustrating and hilarious.
2. Surprisingly Emotional Narrative
Despite its silliness, the core of the game is a touching story about friendship, separation, and the determination to return home. You feel for these fish — especially when they suffer through toasters, traffic, and terror.
3. Beautifully Designed Levels
From sunny towns and kitchens to hospitals and sewer systems, the game’s levels are creative, vibrant, and full of unpredictable hazards.
4. Unique Abilities = Variety
Each fish has its own power:
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Goldfish: Classic rolling fishbowl physics
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Flying Fish: Glide through the air to reach new areas
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Pufferfish: Inflate to bounce across obstacles
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Piranha: Bite valves, cords, and cause general chaos
Gameplay: Chaotic, Funny, and Surprisingly Strategic
Don’t let the cartoony art fool you — I Am Fish can be genuinely challenging.
Each level feels like a physics puzzle, where timing, pathfinding, and experimentation matter.
The controls are intentionally awkward, creating both tension and comedy. You’ll laugh as your fish sails through a window… then scream as the bowl shatters on concrete.
It’s the kind of gameplay that makes for:
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Great streaming content
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Trial-and-error hilarity
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Moments of triumph when you finally make it across a deadly gap
Who Will Love “I Am Fish”?
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Fans of I Am Bread, Surgeon Simulator, or Totally Reliable Delivery Service
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Gamers who enjoy quirky, humor-driven gameplay
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Casual players looking for short, funny sessions
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YouTubers/TikTokers creating funny reaction content
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Parents and kids who enjoy playing together
What Could Be Better
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Control frustration is real — especially on keyboard
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Some levels feel overly punishing without checkpoints
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If you don’t enjoy trial-and-error physics puzzles, it may not click for you
That said, the game knows what it is, and embraces the chaos with charm and polish.
Steam Features
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Full controller support
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Achievements
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Cloud saves
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English voice acting (minimal but comedic)
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Colorful, low-poly 3D graphics with a Pixar-style vibe
FAQs About I Am Fish
- Is I Am Fish kid-friendly?
Yes. While there are some intense moments (like flopping near knives or ovens), the game is cartoonish and non-violent. - How long is the game?
On average, around 5–7 hours of gameplay, depending on skill and retries. - Does it support Steam Deck?
Yes, and it plays well with analog controls. - Can I stream it or make content?
Absolutely. The game is very popular among Let’s Players and streamers due to its unpredictable, funny moments.
Final Verdict: A Fishy Tale Worth Flopping Through
I Am Fish is a rare gem — one part comedy, one part physics chaos, and one part heartfelt narrative. It’s lighthearted, clever, and occasionally rage-inducing, but never boring.
Whether you’re looking to relax, laugh, or scream “WHY?!” as your fish rolls into traffic for the fifteenth time, I Am Fish delivers a memorable indie experience.
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