Kernelbay is an indie idle fishing game that doesn’t try to be more than it is, and that’s mostly where its strength lies. It’s a game you leave running, come back to, buy upgrades in, and repeat the cycle at your own pace. Its soundtrack and ambience stand out the most, filling in the space where a story could have been and carrying a lot of the experience through its quieter moments. While some of its progression systems don’t feel as impactful as they could be, the overall package still comes together as a solid, relaxing idle experience.