Ultimate Fishing Simulator® News

[h3]Hello Everyone,[/h3][p]It's finally time to update the beta, which includes all maps, including fully reworked DLC maps. I won’t go into detail here, as everything is covered in the changelog below.[/p][p]Stage 2 is not available in Playtest. It is available only to all current game owners and includes the remastered DLC versions.[/p][p]Stage 2 is now primarily focused on performance testing and optimization across the new and updated maps. We’re carefully analyzing stability, framerate, and overall gameplay performance.[/p][p]We appreciate your help in reporting any bugs you encounter and filling out the feedback surveys. Your input is valuable in helping us polish the experience.[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][p]SURVEY ABOUT STAGE 2 & LEVEL EDITOR[/p][hr][/hr][carousel][/carousel][p][/p][h3]STAGE 2 Limitations[/h3]

• [p]Level Cap was removed (it was limited to 5 in Stage 1)[/p]
• [p]Trophy Lodge DISABLED[/p]
• [p]Multiplayer: DISABLED[/p]
• [p]Save System: Progress between the BETA and standard game is separate - each version uses its own save files, so your progress will not transfer between them. The only exception here is that you can load Cloud Saves in BETA, but progress made there will not override anything in the default game.[/p]

[p] [/p][h3]STAGE 3 - What’s Left[/h3][p]We’re currently working on:[/p]

• [p]A brand-new Trophy Lodge[/p]
• [p]The Aquarium DLC (this one is a serious upgrade)[/p]
• [p]New boats[/p]
• [p]Implementation of new fishing equipment and models (99% of the models are already finished!)[/p]
• [p]Introducing new fish species across all maps[/p]

[p][/p][carousel][/carousel][p]After that, we’ll focus on:[/p]

• [p]UI/UX improvements[/p]
• [p]Brake system adjustments and fixes[/p]
• [p]New graphics settings to ensure full compatibility with the Remaster changes
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[p]Finally, we’ll tackle the two most challenging tasks:[/p]

• [p]Restoring full VR functionality[/p]
• [p]Rebuilding the Level Editor[/p]

[p]The Level Editor is currently non-functional and requires a complete rebuild. It is a complex system, especially since less than 0.5% of UFS players used it, but we know it matters to some of you and want to handle it properly. Your voice matters here. If you tell us it is not needed, we will focus on other aspects. It is up to you, so you can vote in the survey about this.[/p][p][/p][h3]And besides all of that…[/h3][p]A brand-new DLC set in Italy will be revealed soon! Venture to a stunning Italian lake, dive into mysterious sunken ruins, and reel in rare catches like the Southern Pike and Italian Barbel in this unforgettable DLC adventure.[/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p][/p][p]Tight Lines,[/p][p]Ultimate Fishing Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]HOW TO PLAY[/h2]

1. [p]Via Steam Beta Branch
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[p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Changelog | Stage 2:[/h2][h3]Technical Updates[/h3]

• [p]Updated Weather System (new dynamic transitions & improved effects handling)[/p]
• [p]Updated Water System (improved surface behavior, lighting & consistency across maps)[/p]
• [p]Added new boats to selected maps (full rollout to all locations coming soon)[/p]
• [p]Ongoing environment optimization across remastered levels[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Full Map Remaster[/h3][p]Almost every location has been rebuilt from the ground up. Each map received updated terrain work, refreshed assets, new environmental audio, and improved weather effects - including dynamic phenomena such as the Aurora Borealis on selected northern maps.[/p][p]Remastered Locations:[/p]

• [p]Betty Lake[/p]
• [p]Powell Lake[/p]
• [p]St. Zeno's Lakes[/p]
• [p]Baikal Lake[/p]
• [p]Atchafalaya Basin[/p]
• [p]Uvac River[/p]
• [p]Pinas Bay[/p]

[p]DLC Locations:[/p]

• [p]Moraine Lake[/p]
• [p]Kariba Dam[/p]
• [p]Greenland[/p]
• [p]Amazon River[/p]
• [p]Japan[/p]
• [p]Thailand[/p]
• [p]Taupo Lake[/p]
• [p]Florida[/p]

[p][/p][h3]New 3D Equipment Models[/h3][p]A massive visual refresh of fishing gear – fully remodeled rods, reels, lines, and floats. For some models, we will change the names later to better align with "logic."
[/p][p]New Spinning Rod Models[/p]

• [p]DAKINO MAX-65[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MAX-75[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MAX-85[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DXP[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DXR[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DXS[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G40[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G60[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-104[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-204[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-304[/p]
• [p]OKENA BR[/p]
• [p]OKENA BS[/p]
• [p]OKENA BT
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[p]New Casting Rod Models[/p]

• [p]DAKINO AGH-175[/p]
• [p]DAKINO AGH-275[/p]
• [p]DAKINO AGH-375[/p]
• [p]DEEPX AGH-S400[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DM-P60[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DM-P70[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DM-P80[/p]
• [p]DEEPX DM-S100[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MA-V[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MA-VI[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MA-VII[/p]
• [p]DEEPX MA-SEI[/p]
• [p]DEEPX SEATIP-50
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[p]New Spinning Reel Models[/p]

• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F10[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F20[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F30[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F40[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F60[/p]
• [p]OKENA K-03X[/p]
• [p]OKENA K-06X[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-I[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-II[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-III[/p]
• [p]DAKINO CA-T50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO CA-T60[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-100[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-200[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-300[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-400[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-500
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[p]New Fishing Line Models[/p]

• [p]OKENA TTU-X[/p]
• [p]OKENA TTU-XI[/p]
• [p]OKENA TTU-XII[/p]
• [p]OKENA TTU-XIII[/p]
• [p]OKENA TTU-XIV[/p]
• [p]KUBOT J-15[/p]
• [p]KUBOT J-25[/p]
• [p]KUBOT J-35[/p]
• [p]KUBOT J-45[/p]
• [p]KUBOT J-55[/p]
• [p]OKENA FL-531[/p]
• [p]OKENA FL-532[/p]
• [p]OKENA FL-533[/p]
• [p]OKENA FL-534[/p]
• [p]OKENA FL-535[/p]
• [p]DEEPX SEA-DG100[/p]
• [p]DEEPX SEA-Y100[/p]
• [p]DEEPX SEA-G100[/p]
• [p]DEEPX SEA-W100[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F10[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F20[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F30[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F40[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FLY-F60
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[p]New Float Models[/p]

• [p]DAKINO G-615[/p]
• [p]DAKINO G-620[/p]
• [p]DAKINO G-625[/p]
• [p]DAKINO JAX-2[/p]
• [p]DAKINO JAX-3[/p]
• [p]DAKINO JAX-4[/p]
• [p]DAKINO STY-E80[/p]
• [p]DAKINO STY-E85[/p]
• [p]DAKINO STY-E90[/p]
• [p]OKENA THM[/p]
• [p]OKENA THN[/p]
• [p]OKENA THO[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZIG-22E[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZIG-22F[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZIG-22G[/p]

[p][/p][h3]Audio[/h3]

• [p]Integrated Environment Audio System[/p]
• [p]Added new ambient & enviro sound effects[/p]
• [p]Added new splash/water footsteps[/p]
• [p]Separated overwater and underwater sound systems[/p]

[p][/p][h3]User Interface & Settings[/h3]

• [p]Added new loading screens (splash, tutorial, fisheries, DLC logos)[/p]
• [p]Refactored render targets (items, background, reel)[/p]
• [p]Improved loading optimizations[/p][p][/p]

[hr][/hr][p]This update focuses heavily on visual consistency, environmental immersion, and a complete refresh of core fishing equipment.[/p]

[p]Ultimate Fishing Simulator began as a small prototype and a big dream in late 2015. We launched in Early Access on Steam in 2017 and released the full version in 2018. Since then, we have consistently expanded the game with new mechanics, maps, features, and DLCs, improving it year after year.[/p][p]At the start of 2024, we set out on our boldest adventure yet: creating a completely free Remastered version. For our small team, it has been a mountain to climb. Every day, we chase a single vision - to deliver a richer visual and gameplay experience while preserving the heart of the original. I’ve lost track of how many times we’ve switched Unity versions, rebuilt maps, or wrestled with lighting, skies, and water. Updating a project this old is like playing whack-a-mole: fix one thing, and ten more pop up. The technical debt was daunting, but we’ve conquered it, and now the Remaster is finally nearing the finish line.[/p][p]Thank you for sticking with us over the years and for being patient as we worked on changes behind the scenes. These efforts are finally coming together in Ultimate Fishing Simulator®. We know it’s a big ask, but it would mean so much if you could vote for Ultimate Fishing Simulator in the Labor of Love category this year.[/p][hr][/hr][p]Going back to the Remaster backstory...this project has changed a lot over time. Every meeting brings new ideas. There’s always someone, often me, who still wants to make things better. We keep brainstorming ways to make fishing feel more natural, and we have plenty of wild ideas for future maps or even jokes about prehistoric fishing DLC. That drive to keep improving is what keeps the game going.[/p][p]Performance and FPS are always on our minds. There are some limits we just can’t get past, and I think we may have promised before that the Remaster would match or even beat the original’s performance on low settings while looking better. I’m not sure if we’ll fully reach that, but I can promise that optimization is a top priority and we’re giving it our all. Unity can be a heavy engine, but that’s not an excuse. We’re still working hard to improve every frame.[/p][h3]I want to remind you that the Remaster will be a free update for everyone who owns the game. The original, classic version will still be available on a separate branch, and we’re even looking into offering it as a standalone free product. That way, you can always return to the familiar feel of the original if you wish.[/h3][p]To wrap things up, we’ve just completed another major overhaul of the skies and weather in the Remaster. Check out the latest screenshots below. Next on our list: winter maps and icy, crisp weather to challenge your fishing skills on frozen lakes.[/p][p][/p][h3]Thank you for every hour spent in Ultimate Fishing Simulator![/h3][p][/p][carousel][/carousel]

[h3]Hello Everyone,[/h3][p]Stage 1 is a huge milestone — the entire map has been rebuilt from scratch. With it comes a brand-new sky system, a new water system, an updated weather system, and fully refreshed fish and gear models. Our goal has been simple: to make the game look and feel better than ever, while maintaining the same smooth performance and frame rate as before.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]The Challenges Along the Way[/h3][p]The road to this point wasn’t easy. Along the way, we encountered many surprises - entire features and add-ons stopped working after migrating to the new Unity engine. We had to rebuild and rework them from the ground up to ensure the game remains stable and future-proof. This process took time and effort, but it sets the foundation for all the upcoming stages of the Beta.
[/p][h3]STAGE 1 Limitations[/h3][p]Please note that in this stage, Multiplayer and the Trophy Lodge are not yet available, and the player level is currently capped at Level 5. Progress between the BETA and standard game is separate - each version uses its own save files, so your progress will not transfer between them. The only exception here is that you can load Cloud Saves in BETA, but progress made there will not override anything in the default game.[/p][p] [/p][h3]Why Your Feedback Matters[/h3][p]Behind the scenes, more has changed than you might notice at first glance. The backend systems of the game have been overhauled to such a degree that your feedback is now the single most important factor. We need to know if everything runs correctly, if nothing breaks, and how you feel about the new changes: the fish models, the weather, the water, and the underwater experience. But the most important information is performance and visuals![/p][p][/p][p][/p][h3]New Underwater Experience[/h3][p]Speaking of underwater, we’ve added new camera controls. By holding Left CTRL, you can now freely rotate the underwater camera, and with the scroll wheel, you can zoom it in or out. Give it a try and let us know how it feels.
[/p][h3]The Road Ahead[/h3][p]Stage 1 is only the beginning. We’re committed to improving every part of the game step by step, with your help and feedback guiding us along the way. Thank you for being part of this journey![/p][p][/p][p]Kind Regards,[/p][p]Ultimate Fishing Team[/p][p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]HOW TO PLAY[/h2][p]BETA is available in two ways. Playtests will run for TWO (2) weeks! [/p][p][/p][p]If you are not sure about the BETA code, we suggest playing on the PlayTest app. [/p][p][/p]

1. [p]Via Steam Playtests [/p]
2. [p]Via Steam Beta Branch
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[p][/p][hr][/hr][h2]Changelog | Stage 1:[/h2][h3]Technical Updates[/h3]

• [p]Migrated project to Unity 6 HDRP[/p]
• [p]New water system[/p]
• [p]New weather system[/p]
• [p]New sound system (now based on AudioMixer)[/p]
• [p]Refactored Fish AI with the new version of Behavior Designer[/p]
• [p]Fixed underwater bait particle indicator (now disabled when not needed)[/p]
• [p]Fixed 3D renders of rods and reels[/p]
• [p]Fixed fish animation render distance and culling issues[/p]
• [p]Adjusted fish spawn system, added Spawner Action Manager[/p]
• [p]Refactored fish spawner activation manager (better control over fish per spawner)[/p]
• [p]Added Betty Lake spawn points[/p]
• [p]Microverse setup[/p]
• [p]Microsplat setup[/p]
• [p]Unified vegetation shaders[/p]
• [p]Terrain tessellation added[/p]
• [p]Underwater rendering fixes with a new renderer[/p]
• [p]Overwater and underwater renderer separation[/p]
• [p]General gameplay tweaks and environment adjustments[/p]

[h3]Visual & Environment Improvements[/h3]

• [p]GPU instancer setup, blanket setup, and new assets[/p]
• [p]Added new underwater rocks, blanket rocks, and cave environments[/p]
• [p]Added new stamps and ground packs for multiple regions[/p]
• [p]Unified and updated vegetation shaders[/p]
• [p]Updated Microsplat textures and materials[/p]
• [p]Added new texture packs and stamps[/p]
• [p]Added billboard system[/p]
• [p]Added underwater post-processing effects[/p]
• [p]Refactored rope rendering layers for underwater scenes[/p]
• [p]Improved terrain rendering (quality presets, distance tweaks)[/p]
• [p]Fixed water reflection issues[/p]
• [p]Added depth scaling (1.4x) with Microverse + Microsplat[/p]

[h3]New rod models:[/h3]

• [p]DAKINO DXP[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MAX-65[/p]
• [p]OKENA BR[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G40[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MAX-75[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DXR[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-104[/p]
• [p]OKENA BS[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G50[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-204[/p]
• [p]OKENA BT[/p]
• [p]KUBOT S-304[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DXS[/p]
• [p]DAKINO MAX-85[/p]
• [p]DAKINO DV-G60[/p]

[h3]New reel models:[/h3]

• [p]OKENA K-03X[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-10[/p]
• [p]DAKINO CA-T50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-I[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-30[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-40[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-II[/p]
• [p]DAKINO SL-III[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-1700[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-F50[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-3800[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-3900[/p]
• [p]DAKINO ZAM-60[/p]
• [p]DAKINO FD-6400[/p]

[h3]New fish models:[/h3]

• [p]Rainbow Trout[/p]
• [p]Brown Trout[/p]
• [p]Brook Trout[/p]
• [p]Bull Trout[/p]
• [p]Cutthroat Trout[/p]
• [p]Burbot[/p]
• [p]Ide[/p]
• [p]Pumpkinseed[/p]

[h3]Audio[/h3]

• [p]Integrated Environment Audio System[/p]
• [p]Fixed duplicated sounds (footsteps, water)[/p]
• [p]Added new underwater sound effects[/p]
• [p]Added splash/water footsteps[/p]
• [p]Separated overwater and underwater sound systems[/p]
• [p]Optimized loading of audio assets[/p]

[h3]User Interface & Settings[/h3]

• [p]Added new loading screens (splash, tutorial, fisheries, DLC logos)[/p]
• [p]Added quality presets and a custom preset option[/p]
• [p]Refactored UI quality settings[/p]
• [p]Fixed issues in the encyclopedia and achievements[/p]
• [p]Refactored render targets (items, background, reel)[/p]
• [p]Improved loading optimizations[/p]
• [p]Added new graphic settings tweaks and texture quality setup[/p]

[p][/p]

Hi!
It's been a while since the last Status Update and I will say the remastered version is a long and bumpy road. It took tons of time, research, whiteboards, brainstorms, and most of all trying not to affect any game mechanics that have been in the game since 2017.

I have to admit (and I believe other members of our small team will agree) that our heads are full of ideas about what we can do, and how we can do it but then here it comes: Engine Update ːsteamthisː.

"Aye, why multiplayer is not working?", "The sky disappeared"," Why rods are not bending anymore?" and so on. Huge engine in the backend that is affecting everything that was done in the original version.

So what is the current status, based on our previous post (You can read more about it >HERE< ):

• Phase 1 - almost done. We have issues with the skybox, that is affecting not only the sky but also the weather and lightning. We don't like how it looks right now.
  
• Phase 2 - VR works properly in the new version, which was our plan for Remaster (so it's done). I don't hide that in the future we would like to also focus more on the mechanics and "VR" feeling.
  
• Phase 3, Phase 4 - in progress. This is the most time-consuming phase. In the beginning, we planned to refresh most of the maps in the current state but it was sometimes just not possible and some of the maps were redone from scratches.
  
• Phase 5 - 95% of fish models are done. We are missing around 15-20 models to be redone.
  
• Phase 6 - in progress. Not much to say about it. We aim to finish all equipment remasters by the end of March. We will see how it will go.
  
• Phase 7 - we didn't start working on it yet.

[h2]MAPS[/h2]
The biggest change for all maps - both old, DLC, and future ones, was a huge change in our pipeline. In the past, we just did the maps based on photos, and videos without proper touch to topography. Right now for all our maps, we are using real-life topography data and sometimes bathymetry for bottom/underwater views. Curious how the difference, let's jump on the new Powell Lake which is around 10x bigger than the old map. The big and important change will be also that maps like Greenland or Pinas Bay will be no longer two maps, they will include big coasts that you will be able to explore.

I removed water in the middle so you can check how the underwater is formed!

But you already saw some Powell Lake comparison last time so maybe it's time to show something else.



And maybe some other vibes from Kariba Dam:



[h2]FISHING GEAR[/h2]
What can I say? Everything is outdated, old models, some looking bad. Below is a comparison of well-known Dakino DV!




[h2]FISH MODELS[/h2]
Here without comparison let me present you the new model of Tiger Trout and Siberian Sturgeon:






[h2]TESTING[/h2]
We are aiming to do a regular soft launch in PlayTest. How it will look exactly? We will release PlayTests in stages. Each stage will include a reworked map, ex.:

• Stage 1 - Betty Lake Remastered
  
• Stage 2 - Powell Lake Remastered
  
• ...
  
• Stage X - Greenland Remastered

Thanks to your feedback during this we will be able to know your thoughts before dropping everything on public release.

Just a reminder - Remastered Update will be FREE.

[h2]Join Us - On Discord![/h2]
As always I encourage everyone to jump on our Discord, where you can catch me (Raintek) or other people from Dev Team!

If you would like to be able to chat with us or just simply talk about the game or share your record catches - you are welcome on our Discord :)



Tight Lines!
Rafal

Hello Everyone,
it is time to drop some light on how the works over the “rework” are going! What did we achieve, what we would like to achieve and what things we are struggling with 🙂

[h2]So what does the “remaster” mean at all? What is it? What you can expect? [/h2]

To be honest, it is a really complex matter that we divided into a few sectors but first things first. By the remaster, we mean that the whole game, especially the background code, scripts, and assets will get an overhaul while keeping the core gameplay mechanic in its current form (maybe besides cringe reel drag that is not working properly).

As we are still a small team (currently 4 people), we divided the whole process into phases, which I can publicly reveal to you.

• Phase 1 - converting the project to the newest Unity HDRP LTS. Implementation of the new water system. New skybox.
  
• Phase 2 - redoing VR so it works properly on the new Unity version (this one will need a LOT of testing)
  
• Phase 3 - reworking all base game maps
  
• Phase 4 - reworking all DLC maps
  
• Phase 5 - replace all fish models from old to new ones
  
• Phase 6 - adjustments in gameplay mechanics, improvements in UI/UX, re-doing lures & baits logic (to be more user friendly), improvements in SFX.
  
• Phase 7 - re-working game networking and adding full multiplayer support so you can see other players.
  
• … and more but I don’t want to reveal it right now as some things/features are not 100% confirmed, so I don’t want to promise anything.

As you can see it is a LOT of work but so far I have to admit we are doing pretty well.

We already finished Phase 1 but during our internal testing, we have some mixed feelings about new water & underwater visuals so this one can still change to another solution.

Phase 2 was already done, and tested on our internal VR headsets but it is a really important part of the game. We haven’t improved the input and visuals yet but right now it is fully functional and playable on Unity HDRP. That is why we will release the VR remaster (and other features) in an open playtest. You can sign for them already here:



Phase 3 is giving us a lot of struggles, and there are a few reasons for that. We want to keep the original shape of the maps where we can, improve visuals as much as we can, and most of everything - keep performance at a level, where everyone will be able to play as the old version.

For maps, we had planned to “refresh” most of them but it seems we will finish by re-doing 80% of them from scratches in Phase 3 :) One of the maps where we just did visual improvements, small terrain changes, etc. is Betty Lake.

[h2]Welcome to remastered Betty Lake![/h2]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

Don’t think that we only did Betty Lake! We already finished over half of the maps from Phase 3 and we will regularly show you videos from Before/After and we will be more than happy to read your feedback.

The biggest change in all maps is that right now we are using real-life heightmaps for terrain and lakes/rivers/ocean bottoms (if this data is available).

Remember Powell Lake? It was a small map, now it is triple like that! It finally feels like Utah!


I can’t wait to show you St. Zenos Lake which should be a carp fishing paradise from the start, with proper booths and places for fishing! :>

And Pinas Bay? Oh dear, this one is huuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuge.

[h2]So when we will post an update?[/h2]

Once we finish Phase 3 - we should release the first update publicly after playtests (remember you can take part in them for free).

Phase 4 - will be released in regular updates, map by map.

Phase 5 - In terms of fish replacement - this is a huge task. We have over 100 fish in the game, and replacing all of them with proper animations and textures required us lot of work to not mess anything up (remember Taupo Lake's new fish glitches? We don’t want to repeat that).

Phase 6 - will be most likely pushed in steps with earlier updates, so it can be that we will release part of Phase 6 with some Phase 4 DLC map remaster or between other updates. The priority is proper fishing behavior, spawn points, sound systems, UI/UX upgrades, reel drag, and more!

[h2]Multiplayer[/h2]
Phase 7 - and this is the biggest and hardest task for us. As we posted in the roadmap we should release it somewhere in 2025. Many of you ask how it will be so here is some light for it.

Multiplayer will be implemented once for good which means:

• Full 3D models
  
• Visible other players catch, rods, fights, animations
  
• and more! 🙂

[h2]The Gem that wasn’t polished - Florida DLC[/h2]
Remember Florida DLC? It is the biggest map in the game that ever existed, we tried to do something better, something different with a really lot of reefs, iconic places, and depths with really big fish.

And we simply failed in many fields. We spent almost the whole of Christmas fixing the game, pushing patches, etc – believe me, we would prefer to eat pierogies with a “calm mind” :D

So lesson learned, and here is a short update about Florida: MAP IS TOO BIG, AND THERE IS NOT ENOUGH FISH (xd).

But for real here is our plan:

• It will be updated to HDRP in Phase 3
  
• We will add 3 more fish species:
  • Sandbar shark
    
  • Dusky shark
    
  • Silky shark
    
  • … and maybe one or two more.
• We will add 10 more lures/baits, only available in Florida DLC that will be dedicated especially to fish in Florida (but will also work on other maps).

If you have any more suggestions for Florida - let us know. And yes, updates will be free and the price of DLC will remain the same.

[h2]Join Us - On Discord![/h2]
If you would like to be able to chat with us or just simply talk about the game or share your record catches - you are welcome on our Discord :)



Tight Lines!
~THE DEV TEAM
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