Zebco Fishing GBC box art

Game Boy Color · Sports

Zebco Fishing

Deep cut

SystemGame Boy Color
Released1999
GenreSports
DeveloperVicarious Vision
PublisherVatical Entertainment
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Game Boy Color in 1999, Zebco Fishing is a sports game developed by Vicarious Vision and published by Vatical Entertainment.

It came out in the GBC's second year on the market. Other notable GBC releases from 1999 include Pokémon Pinball, Conker's Pocket Tales and Bugs Bunny & Lola Bunny: Operation Carrot Patch. Among the 100 GBC sports games in our database, it ranks #11 by legacy score.

Vicarious Vision also made SpongeBob SquarePants: Legend of the Lost Spatula, Spider-Man and Barbie: Magic Genie Adventure for the GBC.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the GBC hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Zebco Fishing is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Zebco Fishing gameplay screenshot on GBC
In-game screenshot (GBC)

Zebco Fishing walkthroughs & guides

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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.

Zebco Fishing FAQ

When did Zebco Fishing come out on the GBC?

Zebco Fishing was released for the Game Boy Color in 1999.

Who made Zebco Fishing?

It was developed by Vicarious Vision and published by Vatical Entertainment.

Is Zebco Fishing multiplayer?

No. Zebco Fishing is a single-player game.

How long does Zebco Fishing take to play?

As a sports game, Zebco Fishing typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Zebco Fishing 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.

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