A Fisherman’s Tale Free Download
Game Overview
Bend and twist reality in A Fisherman’s Tale, a mind-bending VR puzzle adventure where being turned upside down and inside out is more than just a clever phrase. You play as Bob, a tiny fisherman puppet living alone in a small cabin, unaware of the world beyond your walls. When a storm alert blares from your radio, your mission becomes clear: climb to the top of the lighthouse and turn on the light to warn others. However, as you attempt to leave your cabin with the help of some uncanny sidekicks, you quickly discover that what lies outside defies all expectations. This immersive experience challenges your perception of space and reality as you navigate puzzles that break the laws of physics in a fully realized virtual world. Using your hands, you interact with objects by picking up, throwing, combining, and manipulating them in an intricately designed environment that plays with scale and perspective. Explore the mysterious model lighthouse within a lighthouse—and then another—creating a layered, surreal experience that reveals the truth at the heart of this unusually tall tale. Developed by INNERSPACE VR in co-production with ARTE France and supported by CNC, Ville de Paris New Media Fund, and BPI France, and brought to you by Vertigo Games, the creators of Arizona Sunshine® and Skyworld, A Fisherman’s Tale offers a unique VR journey that blends storytelling, puzzles, and spatial illusions to captivate players from start to finish.
- Mind-bending VR puzzles that defy physics
- Fully immersive hand interactions in a richly detailed world
- Layered environments with nested lighthouses and shifting scales
- Uncover a mysterious story through exploration and problem-solving
Note: You must install SteamVR in steam and launch it before launching the game!
Installation Instructions
- Click the green button below to be redirected to UploadHaven.
- Wait 15 seconds, then hit “Free Download.” (Free downloads may be slower — upgrade to UploadHaven Pro for faster speeds.)
- Once downloaded, right-click the .zip file and choose “Extract to A Fisherman's Tale.” (You’ll need 7-Zip for this.)
- Open the extracted folder and run the game as administrator.
- Enjoy! 🎮 If you see missing DLL errors, check the _Redist folder inside and install what’s needed.
Download Links
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Setup Guide & Troubleshooting
How do I fix missing DLL errors for A Fisherman’s Tale?
After extracting A Fisherman’s Tale, navigate to the _Redist or _CommonRedist folder inside the game directory and install DirectX, Vcredist, and any other dependencies included.
What should I do if the downloaded file is corrupted?
The full archive is 6.79 GB — make sure your download completed fully before extracting. Use 7-Zip to extract the files. If you still see a "file corrupted" error, re-download and try again.
Why should I run the game as administrator?
Right-click the game executable and select "Run as Administrator" to avoid save file issues and permission errors. This is especially important on the first launch.
How do I update my GPU drivers for this game?
The game won't launch — what should I try?
Try running in compatibility mode, install the latest DirectX runtime, or install the All-in-One VC Redist Package.
My antivirus is blocking the game — is it safe?
Antivirus false positives are common with pre-installed games. Temporarily pause your antivirus during extraction to prevent it from quarantining game files. You can re-enable it after the extraction completes.
System Requirements
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS *: Windows 7, 8, 8.1, 10
- Processor: Intel® i5-4590 / AMD FX 8350 equivalent or greater
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce® GTX 970 / AMD Radeon™ R9 290 equivalent or greater
- Storage: 10 GB available space
- VR Support: SteamVR
- Additional Notes: VR Required
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