Fishing Planet News

We are constantly improving our in-game fishing techniques and creating new fishing opportunities for our players.
We want to introduce you to Pulling-up! It is a new fishing mechanic we are very excited to implement.

Read more about the New fishing mechanic in Developer Diaries.

Pulling-up consists of constant repeatable actions of sharply pulling the line, losing the line, reeling in the loose line and pulling it sharply again.

When fishing for a heavyweight fish, it is very important to safely take it out of water. In such cases we commonly use a landing net.

Landing Net For fish over 5 kg there is a landing net system as it is necessary to make sure big fish is caught safely.

The fish under 5kg is caught without a landing net, for the fish from 5 kg the landing net is not used only if the max load of the weakest element of the tackle is much stronger than the weight of the fish.
However in some cases the landing net can’t be used even if the fish is big enough, such as:

• Not enough time passed since the strike;
  
• Fish is too high above the surface or too deep below the water;
  
• Fish is not tired enough;
  
• Player is not looking towards the fish or there are obstacles between the player and the fish;
  
• While fishing from the boat, fish are not positioned in the area suitable for landing net usage.
  

We also would like to introduce the following improvements and changes:

• New reel rotation indicator;
  
• Updated line breaking system during “overloads” plus new fishing line or leash breaks Indicator;
  
• Updated wear system for lines and leaders;
  
• Updated reel breakage system: when the pressure is higher than the maximum the reel will start breaking. So be careful!
• New pulling up system for the large fish (fishing rod behavior optimization while pulling up, much more efficient);
  
• Fish behavior optimization;
  
• The system of big fish coming off the hook has been updated. If your tackle is not ready for a big catch the fish will come off without damaging it.
  

Animation Optimization:

• New Twitching animations;
  
• New Pulling animations;
  
• Landing net animation added;
  

Hey there, angling community! At last, with the Grand Finale of Fishing Planet Anniversary Cup over and behind us, we’re ready to give you the names of our three FPAC Champions along with the overall list of Top-10 best Salmon anglers!
Here below are victorious names that will forever go into the history of Salmon cyber-fishing! Thank you for your participation and having such fun! Make sure to keep practicing - because the next exciting fishing tournament is just around the corner! In the meantime, tight lines!

1 FU_Twilight
2 nM.Troll
3 Dragon_Yamz59
4 AmazingCatfishMachine31
5 LGD.XinYun
6 Foxiii
7 Dragon_KinorK
8 FU_Fuel
9 FU_BlackPlague
10 nM.Stepotronic

With only one day before the Final Round of Fishing Planet Anniversary Cup, we’re thrilled to give you the names of 20 most proficient and skilled Salmon anglers, who will fight the final battle tomorrow on the mesmerizing Selenge River in Mongolia for the official title of FPAC Champion and other valuable prizes!

1 ZOO-RaYu
2 LGD.XinYun
3 nM.Stepotronic
4 LODblPb
5 ArgEsp-Emi72
6 ArgEsp-JAMES
7 AdeIeFisherWoman
8 FU_Twilight
9 Foxiii
10 FU_Dede-Moreira
11 Dragon_KinorK
12 FU_Fuel
13 FU_BlackPlague
14 AmazingCatfishMachine31
15 SHK.Megalodon
16 nM.Troll
17 WhiskyCrash
18 Dragon_Yamz59
19 Galiax.61
20 nM.The-One

Hey there, fellow anglers!

Guess what? It's that special time of the year again – Fishing Planet's anniversary celebration is here! 🎉 Can you believe it's been 8 amazing years since we cast off into the gaming world with Fishing Planet on Steam?

From the very beginning, we had a clear mission: to bring the joy of fishing straight to you, no matter where you are. Over the years, we've spread our love for fishing to various platforms – PlayStation, Xbox, iOS and Android.

We've been working hard behind the scenes, fine-tuning every aspect of the game – the physics, the graphics, and the intricate fishing mechanics. We've put extra care into cultivating our fish, ensuring they're hanging out in all the right spots, just like they would in the real world.

From humble beginnings with only US lakes and rivers, we set our sights on becoming a global fishing haven. Today, you have the incredible choice of 25 stunning destinations across the map – North America, Europe, South America, Africa and Asia. And we're about to make waves in open waters too! 🌊

In recent years we have launched the mobile version for both IOS and Android, so you can now take the Fishing Planet experience with you wherever you go. To top it all off, we've set up our official Discord channel, so you can easily connect with your fellow fishing enthusiasts.

And speaking of celebrations – swing by our Discord for a huge Anniversary Giveaway! There's a chance to snag some cool prizes including 180 days Premium, DLC, baitcoins and more, so don't miss out.

What’s more, in a few weeks we are launching Fishing Planet Clubs and planning to implement Club Leagues to bring our competitive activities to a higher level! Plus, we're making fishing as real as it gets with the New Fishing Mechanics – get ready to feel the thrill of the catch like never before!

Finally, we're about to unveil our very first Saltwater Location!

Fishing Together takes a new spin too – embark on oceanic explorations with friends, setting sail for an entirely new horizon of fishing excitement. Get ready to reel in those dream catches while enjoying a slew of new tackles and mechanics! There is no release date yet but we will keep you posted, you will see it in our DevDiaries! 

None of this would have been possible without you – our fantastic community of over 17 million players worldwide. You've made this journey incredible, and we can't thank you enough for sticking with us through these 8 amazing years. And yes, we know we haven’t reached perfection yet as we will never be done growing, but your support, passion, and feedback have fueled our determination to keep pushing the boundaries and making Fishing Planet better.

So here's to you, our awesome anglers! Tight lines, smooth casts, and endless fishing adventures await. We're beyond excited for what the future holds and here's to more unforgettable moments on our Fishing Planet! 🎣🌍

P.S. Don’t forget to take part in our giveaway in Discord!

Hey there, anglers! The 3rd and final Qualifier is officially over and we’re happy to announce the results with the Top 20 finalists who are now qualified to compete in the thrilling Semifinal Round of Fishing Planet Anniversary Cup, that'll be held on August 12th on Kaniq Creek in Alaska! These lucky names are listed below.
But if you’re name’s not on the list, there’ll be plenty more thrilling Tournaments and Competitions in the future - just make sure to keep practising and finesse your skills in the meantime! Tight Lines!

1 AmazingCatfishMachine31
2 nM.Troll
3 LGD.XinYun
4 Qgt
5 mega_dron
6 nM.Stepotronic
7 Jackson88
8 Foxiii
9 Maverick-90pl
10 TaToKldron
11 Viuva-FDP
12 GanJaMan777
13 krytoiperec
14 mikilo_arg
15 Marijuano_Locos
16 BlackRaven2022
17 FU_BloodTastic
18 OldBoganGamer
19 GiacomoLeopardi
20 Galiax.61