River Fishing FAQ

Craft a basic fishing rod by assembling a blank, reel, line, and hook in the tackle assembly menu, then gather bait (worms, insects, or lures) and head to any water body. Open your bestiary journal to see which fish are active based on current weather, season, and time of day.

Float fishing is a patient, close-range method where you watch for your bobber to plunge and react quickly. Spinning requires you to cast farther out and use a rhythm-based mechanic to reel in artificial lures, making it better for predators like pike.

Check your bestiary journal—each fish species shows its preferred bait types and habitat conditions. Using the wrong bait will result in fewer or no bites, so matching bait to your target fish is key to efficient catches.

When a fish pulls, you must manage the drag to keep your line from snapping. The stronger the fish, the more carefully you need to balance tension—too tight and the line breaks, too loose and the fish escapes.

Catch fish and use the release mechanic to place them in a river, lake, or ocean. Over time, released fish will reproduce and create a permanent population that grows larger, giving you a renewable fishing spot.

Yes—the mod tracks weather, season, time of day, and water depth to determine which fish bite. Some species are only active at night, others prefer rain or specific seasons, so planning your fishing trips around conditions improves your success.

When you sell large quantities of the same fish species, prices drop due to oversupply. This encourages you to diversify your catches and explore different fishing methods rather than grinding one profitable fish.

Craft worm farms, maggot farms, or bait traps and place them in the world—they will passively generate live bait over time. Larger predators require these live baits instead of simple crafted lures.

Yes—sea fishing and trolling are available for ocean waters and require heavier tackle and different techniques. Ocean fish are generally larger and more aggressive, so you'll need stronger rods and must manage tension more carefully.

As you catch fish and progress, you gain angler experience and unlock skill tree nodes that improve your fishing abilities—such as better line strength, faster reeling, or increased bait effectiveness. This creates a long-term progression system beyond just collecting fish.