Bug Fix Patch - Release Note - Version 6.0.2

[p][/p][p]Hey Anglers,[/p][p]We’ve just rolled out a major bug-fix patch. This update includes a wide range of fixes and improvements across gameplay systems, Fishing Together sessions, boats and water behavior, UI, missions, and visuals with a strong focus on polishing the Norway map, improving performance, and boosting overall game stability.[/p][p]We’ve also made balance adjustments to some of the largest fish in Skårland Fjord: Unique Atlantic Halibut, Unique Greenland Shark, Unique European Sea Sturgeon, and Unique Porbeagle Shark. After analyzing landing-time statistics, we’ve made these giants slightly easier and faster to reel in, and increased their XP rewards so the challenge feels more satisfying and rewarding.[/p][p]Below is a detailed overview of what’s been addressed.[/p][p][/p][h3] User Interface & Controls[/h3]

1. [p]Corrected level and rank text placement in the “Send a gift” window.[/p]
2. [p]Storage icon now consistently appears when receiving gifts.[/p]
3. [p]The “Space” key prompt correctly switches to the connected game pad button on the start screen.[/p]
4. [p]Removed cases where an unexpected Accept button appeared (or was missing) in the Received Marker Buoy window.[/p]
5. [p]The new mission indicator no longer appears when all missions are already reviewed.[/p]
6. [p]Weather forecast icons now update only when the actual weather changes.[/p]
7. [p]Resolved issues where sunglasses remained visible in the HUD after being removed.[/p]
8. [p]Fixed input blocking after removing glasses from the character.[/p]
9. [p]Resolved issues where players could not remove glasses from the Inventory tab.[/p]
10. [p]Prevented controls from locking after closing the Money Pack window.[/p]
11. [p]Camera rotation around a fish in the catch window now works correctly on controllers.[/p]
12. [p]Corrected character animation where walking appeared as seated driving in third-person view.[/p]
13. [p]Addressed freezes when opening the tablet in stormy waters after a weather change.[/p]
14. [p]Ensured the template window is always displayed when received.[/p]
15. [p]Updated text in the Repair Kit Critical Condition window for better clarity.[/p][p][/p][h3]Inventory Sorting [/h3]
16. [p]Inventory sorting state now is saved after traveling from the Globe to a waterway.[/p]
17. [p]Category names are now shown even when a category contains no items.[/p]
18. [p]Secondary sorting parameters now respect the direction of the primary sorting parameter.[/p]
19. [p]Corrected special sorting behavior for Chum Capacity and Max Line Weight[/p][p][/p][h3]Boats, Water & Navigation[/h3]
20. [p]Improved boat movement transitions from pins to driver points on Valkyrie boat.[/p]
21. [p]Prevented the Valkyrie from drifting after reopening the game or using time forward.[/p]
22. [p]Boat speed is now correctly limited when moving backward in Stormy Waters.[/p]
23. [p]Reduced excessive shaking when an anchored yacht collided with cruise liners at the Maldives.[/p]
24. [p]Regattas at the Maldives will no longer collide with player yachts.[/p]
25. [p]Improved sea water visuals when driving the Valkyrie in rough waters.[/p]
26. [p]Navigation buoys now better match wave motion in stormy conditions.[/p]
27. [p]Eliminated long delays when switching to stormy water after time forward.[/p]
28. [p]Fixed cases where snow and rain passed through the roof and windows of Ingrid boat.[/p]
29. [p]Smoothed coastline geometry near waterfalls to prevent boats from getting stuck.[/p]
30. [p]Adjusted the color of water in the start scene.[/p]
31. [p]Ice now reacts correctly when hit by Maldives and Japan boats.[/p]
32. [p]Prevented extending rent on moving boats when there are insufficient Credits.[/p]
33. [p]Fixed freezes caused by attempting to teleport via tablet while actions were active.[/p]
34. [p]Fixed cases where fish finder and radar did not display fish correctly.[/p][p][/p][h3]Fishing Together Sessions (FT)[/h3]
35. [p]Corrected liner position desynchronization between captain and guests after time forward.[/p]
36. [p]Fixed incorrect pin highlighting on the local map after finishing FT from a secondary pin.[/p]
37. [p]Restored the Go Fishing Together button on the local map when FT is active.[/p]
38. [p]HUD and cast rods now properly reset for guests after host teleportation on a Navigation Buoy.[/p]
39. [p]Rod holders on the Valkyrie boat now animate correctly for guests from the host’s view.[/p]
40. [p]Prevented boats from continuing to move for FT participants after captain teleportation.[/p]
41. [p]Resolved freezing when a guest caught a fish and the host cancelled FT mid-action.[/p]
42. [p]Synchronized cloud types for all FT participants.[/p]
43. [p]Fixed cases where FT sessions froze during loading.[/p]
44. [p]Corrected Xbox controller selection issues when choosing the first FT guest.[/p]
45. [p]Fixed an exploit when trolling bonus was added to XP in FT sessions even with anchor down[/p][p][/p][h3]Fishing, Gear & Equipment[/h3]
46. [p]Resolved multiple auto-reeling issues with electric rods and reels.[/p]
47. [p]Fixed electric reel spool not rotating after returning from the local map.[/p]
48. [p]Electric mode indicator now stays correctly positioned when hiding the HUD.[/p]
49. [p]Added clear e-indication in template previews for electric rods and reels.[/p]
50. [p]Fluorescent lines and leaders now glow only at night and not during daytime.[/p]
51. [p]Adjusted Halibut saltwater softbait size for more realistic visuals.[/p]
52. [p]Corrected torch positioning for small fish in third-person view.[/p]
53. [p]Fixed rod visual issues caused by rapid removal from rod stands.[/p]
54. [p]Resolved cases where fish appeared detached from the character’s hands in Photo Mode.[/p]
55. [p]Corrected Viking Jacket fur clipping near the shoulder in Photo Mode.[/p]
56. [p]Fixed crane knot appearing incorrectly around fish tails.[/p]
57. [p]No, we didn't nerf Congo River. We also didn't change bite rates of any fish species in Japan, Maldives and so on. We did not.[/p][p][/p][h3]Missions, NPCs & Achievements[/h3]
58. [p]Improved tracking of boat position for Adventure missions.[/p]
59. [p]Adventure missions involving data buoys now complete correctly when all conditions are met.[/p]
60. [p]Added compass markers to Norway Adventure missions to help locate objectives.[/p]
61. [p]Mission hint messages were converted to a clearer, more readable format.[/p]
62. [p]Prevented hint text from briefly reappearing after interactions.[/p]
63. [p]Interaction prompts now remain stable when moving around interactive objects.[/p]
64. [p]NPC Olaf now turns his head naturally instead of rotating his torso.[/p]
65. [p]Updated the description of the “Not Like Titanic” achievement and hid it from the list.[/p][p][/p][h3]Environment, Graphics & Audio[/h3]
66. [p]Fixed visible water gaps between floor elements in the dock.[/p]
67. [p]Corrected mountain shadows appearing on the horizon.[/p]
68. [p]Addressed house geometry issues in Norway.[/p]
69. [p]Fixed objects shifting position as the character moves.[/p]
70. [p]Removed invisible stairs at the main pin in Norway.[/p]
71. [p]Reduced excessive seagull sounds in certain areas in Norway.[/p]
72. [p]Corrected lens flare appearing at night as if it were daytime.[/p]
73. [p]Synchronized seal idle animations when appearing in groups.[/p]
74. [p]Adjusted whale fountain speed for a more natural look.[/p]
75. [p]Ancient Greenland Shark hat no longer shows a white line under flashlight.[/p]
76. [p]Improved shoreline collision at Skarvika to prevent walking through fences or terrain.[/p][p][/p][h3]Competitions [/h3]
77. [p]Corrected game behavior when restarting during a competition.[/p]
78. [p]Prevented players from remaining on the waterway after competitions ended.[/p]
79. [p]After closing the Time Is Up window, players are no longer left on the waterway.[/p][p][/p][h3]Credits[/h3]
80. [p]Updated the Game Credits in memory of Andrii Matvieiev.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Thank you for your continued feedback and reports — this update brings us another step closer to a smoother, more immersive Norway experience, and releases on other platforms. [/p][p][/p][p]Tight lines, and see you on the water![/p]