If you are looking for a "solid paper" in the scientific sense regarding the physics of ice on lakes (the technology that games like Ice Lakes attempt to simulate), the following studies provide high-quality insights:
: A complete rework allowing for thousands of unique outfit combinations using dozens of new hats, characters, and color variations. File: Ice.Lakes.v1.9.5.zip ...
: A technical paper detailing how the National Ice Center (USNIC) analyzes and forecasts ice concentration and thickness. Educational and Technical Resources If you are looking for a "solid paper"
: A study using the Canadian Small Lake Model (CSLM) to simulate the growth and breakup of ice cover on small boreal lakes. Version 1
Version 1.9.5 was a major update released around March 2018, introducing significant new gameplay modes and customization options.
: A competitive mode where players must stay inside a moving "storm" while catching as many fish as possible.