Developer imissmyfriends.studio and publisher Wholesome Games Presents have announced that the heartfelt narrative adventure Fishbowl will launch on April 2, 2026, for PC via Steam and PlayStation 5. The slice-of-life title will be priced at $9.99, with PS5 pre-orders available now. Players who pre-order the PlayStation version will also receive Early Access starting March 30.
Created by the two-person team of Rhea Gupte and Prateek Saxena, Fishbowl has been in development for the past five years. The developers describe the project as a deeply personal story about navigating grief, friendships, and the complicated transition into adulthood while living in isolation.
A Story About Grief, Memories, and Moving Forward
At the center of Fishbowl is Alo, a young woman struggling with loneliness and the emotional weight of adulthood. Her life takes a surreal turn when a magical talking fish from her childhood named Paplet appears, guiding her through memories and dreams as she tries to understand her past and shape her future.
The game blends everyday life with dreamlike storytelling, allowing players to perform daily tasks, reconnect with old memories, and slowly rebuild a sense of purpose. Rather than focusing on traditional win-or-lose outcomes, Fishbowl emphasizes personal growth and reflection.
Through its narrative, players will revisit pivotal moments from Alo’s childhood, piecing together their meaning as they decide how those experiences influence the person she becomes.
Slice-of-Life Gameplay With Meaningful Choices
Gameplay in Fishbowl centers around small but meaningful activities that reflect Alo’s daily life. As a video editor, she spends part of her time completing editing work through a matching-style puzzle minigame while interacting with co-workers who offer support and companionship.
Outside of work, players can explore memories, reflect on dreams, and uncover emotional threads that tie Alo’s past and present together. The choices players make throughout the story shape how Alo grows, though the developers emphasize that the game contains no bad endings only different possible futures.
The narrative adventure is expected to take roughly seven to ten hours to complete, offering an intimate story-driven experience designed for reflection.
Fishbowl launches April 2, 2026, on Steam and PlayStation 5, with PS5 pre-orders granting Early Access beginning March 30.
