As the name implies, trophy bass is a fishing simulation game. You can choose from five different lakes to go test your angling skills. There are numerous different rods, lures, and bait to choose from to catch fish in the best possible way. Casting can be done in two different ways, either by clicking with a target where you want to cast or using the mouse in a more natural fashion. There are two different modes of play in the game, allowing you to enter fishing tournaments or just fish for fun and relax. There are multiple tutorials and tips that not only help you play the game, but they also give you tips on how to really fish.