Now when you can’t get out to the lake, you can go fishing on your PC with Bass Masters Classics.

Billed as the most realistic fishing simulation ever to grace a console machine, Bass Masters Classic provides armchair fishermen with all of the entertainment of a day at the lake. Developed with the help of the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society (BASS), this title simulates just about every imaginable detail that factors into a player's daily performance.

Bass Masters Classics is divided into several tournaments which players can compete in, including local, state, and regional levels of competition, leading up to the ultimate showdown at The Classic.

The general idea behind the game is to catch as many fish as possible, trying to rack up the most pounds caught overall, because the guy with the heaviest load of bass gets the glory. All of the action takes place from a first-person point of view, and requires a lot of control on the player's part. A huge database of authentic fishing equipment, including rods, reels, lures, and more is available to outfit your character.

Choose from a variety of lures and hit your favorite fishing hole. You cast the line by stopping a power meter at one of five positions more power equals more distance. After you cast the line, you must wait for a fish to strike. When it does, get ready for a fight. Once you get the fish to the boat the game is not over, as you must stick you hand into the water and grab the catch. If you can’t get a hold of it within three tries, you’ll be telling stories about the one that got away. All of this action takes place in Practice and Tournament modes. If you can’t get to the lake, bring the lake to you with Bass Masters Classics.

Pick one of several colorful characters and participate in the annual BASS Masters fishing tournament!

Bass Masters Classics features:

• Features numerous lures,
• Practice and Tournament modes,
• Password save keeps track of tournament.