Conker's Pocket Tales Classic
Game Boy Color · Adventure
The Fish Files
Deep cut
| System | Game Boy Color |
|---|---|
| Released | 2001 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | 7th Sense |
| Publisher | Microïds |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| ESRB | E |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Game Boy Color in 2001, The Fish Files is an adventure game developed by 7th Sense and published by Microïds.
It landed about 3 years into the GBC's life. Other notable GBC releases from 2001 include Pokémon Crystal, Resident Evil Gaiden and Mega Man Xtreme. Among the 25 GBC adventure games in our database, it ranks #7 by legacy score.
7th Sense also made The New Addams Family Series for the GBC.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing The Fish Files is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
The Fish Files walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for The Fish Files.
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Playing GBC games today
GBC games are compact and colorful, and many are available on Nintendo Switch Online. Cartridges also play on the Game Boy Advance.
The Fish Files FAQ
When did The Fish Files come out on the GBC?
The Fish Files was released for the Game Boy Color in 2001.
Who made The Fish Files?
It was developed by 7th Sense and published by Microïds.
Is The Fish Files multiplayer?
No. The Fish Files is a single-player game.
How long does The Fish Files take to play?
As an adventure game, The Fish Files typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about The Fish Files on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.