Fishing Planet News

Hey Anglers,
We’re here to bring you the latest update with improvements, fixes, and enhancements to make your Fishing Planet experience smoother and more enjoyable. This patch addresses key gameplay issues such as crashes, freezes, and loading problems, while also delivering various UI enhancements, animation and sound tweaks, and updates to Fishing Together sessions. We've also fine-tuned features like Photo Mode and made several other important improvements based on your feedback.
In addition, we’re thrilled to announce the release of our brand-new Halloween event, which will start within a few days! Stay tuned for a detailed announcement with all the missions and challenges coming your way. Dive into the patch details below to see what's been fixed and improved in this update.

[h3]Gameplay Improvements [/h3]


1. Resolved the running screen issue after catching a fish.
   
2. Fixed an issue where the incorrect line was equipped when applying a template.
   
3. Resolved the issue of characters freezing in the third-person view.
   
4. Fixed the game freezing issue when casting the Mokonzi bottom rod and putting it in the boat rod holder.
   
5. Fixed the time freezing issue in the Grouperzilla mission.
   
6. Fixed the issue where the rod stand failed to disappear after the player boarded a boat multiple times in a single session.
   
7. Fixed line distortion and stretching on telescopic rods when reeling in a fish.
   
8. Resolved line overstretching on float setups.
   
9. Fixed freezing after viewing tournament results in the Hall of Fame.
   
10. Fixed game freezing when fast-forwarding time; the mouse cursor would not disappear, blocking subsequent actions.
    
11. Fixed the bug where Head Starter Sinker remained in the setup when adding lures.
    
12. Resolved an issue where the stay prolonging dialog window could be skipped on the next day if time was forwarded from 24 to 24 hours.
    
13. Fixed the issue where items in the Backpack would move to Homestorage.
    
14. Fixed movement lock after sending a gift to a friend through game chat when using gamepad.
    
15. Corrected the appearance of X-Series and Club-Series Hunched and Deep Runners.
    
    [h3] User Interface [/h3]
    
    
16. Updated the achievement received window.
    
17. Updated the Repair, Wear, and Tear window.
    
18. Improved the look of modal windows.
    
19. Added the user's nickname on the HUD to make issue investigations faster.
    
20. Fixed an issue of Trolling XP Multiplier displaying in the XP Modifiers pop-up when the fish was caught without trolling.
    
21. Fixed duplicate filters in the waterway items window in the local shop.
    
22. Resolved search issues in themed tabs in the local shop after the first search attempt.
    
23. Fixed an issue where the wrong mission group opened after switching tabs.
    
24. Fixed incorrect window sequences when inviting lower-level players to clubs.
    
25. Fixed the "TimeIsUp" window showing no credits in competitions.
    
26. Fixed navigation issues in Fish Storage and Fishkeeper using the gamepad.
    
27. Fixed player nicknames being cut off in sharing windows.
    
28. Added a close button in the Pack's info window.
    
29. Fixed an issue where licenses and fish descriptions couldn’t be opened using a gamepad.
    
30. Fixed the gamepad hint issues after switching to the mission list in the new mission window.
    
31. Fixed an issue where missions from the last opened tab displayed instead of the group with the tracked mission.
    
32. Fixed search character limit messages displaying incorrectly.
    
33. Fixed misaligned titles in the Friends window with multiple fields.
    
34. Moved the mode-switching button lower on the screen of the Tablet for the Fish Finder.
    
35. Fixed header misalignment in the Friends menu.
    
36. Fixed templates not displaying in custom competition tabs.
    
37. Fixed the scroll jumping issue in the Create Club window.
    
    [h3]Animations and Sound Fixes[/h3]
    
    
38. Improved the animation of Tournament flags in the wind.
    
39. Fixed the issue where tournament flags made flapping sounds despite being static.
    
40. Lowered the volume of the spool open and close sound in first-person view.
    
41. Adjusted the first-person hand animation in motorboats.
    
42. Fixed tackle jittering when a fish is caught.
    
43. Fixed animations for some fish species.
    
    [h3]Fishing Together[/h3]
    
    
44. Fixed the bug where the rod was drawn twice after entering a new FT session.
    
45. Fixed the time window not appearing after a day change during FT sessions.
    
46. Fixed a disconnect issue where the host appeared randomly at the fishing point instead of captain bridge.
    
47. Resolved an issue where FT session invites broke after finishing another session.
    
48. Fixed the issue with an invitation window artifact that appeared when receiving a new invitation after finishing another session.
    
49. Fixed issue where players couldn’t move to a map pin using a tablet during an FT session.
    
    [h3]Photo Mode[/h3]
    
    
50. Fixed photo mode breaking after resetting feeder filling and switching rods.
    
51. Fixed the Sailor Collection Pack waistcoat not displaying in photo mode..
    
52. Fixed Garry Scott Bandicoot NE waistcoat not displaying in photo mode.
    

Thank you for your continued support! We hope these updates enhance your experience, and we look forward to your feedback. Stay tuned for more improvements in future releases.
Tight lines and happy fishing!

Nicely done everyone!
Time flies fast and all good things eventually come to an end. So did our Mighty Carp Tour - this Fall season’s first and opening competitive bottom fishing event. Be hope you had the time of your life competing against so many others in catching this fun and challenging fish!

And now’s the time to announce the 10 names officially belonging to the Carp catching elite, but even more importantly - the Three Mighty Carp Champions who will leave a very distinct trance in the history of cyber sportfishing tournaments!

1 Ksiezu
2 FU_Ver1tAs
3 FU_Skully
4 TNT_Tomasz
5 FU_Twilight
6 TNT_Marcin
7 KOP_LuckyDoggy
8 UA_ORiON
9 FU_MrJane
10 nM.Smoking_Panda


Congrats to the winners and Tight Lines to all the participants of this Tournament and many more to come!

Hey Anglers,
The legendary Carp is calling, and it's time to gear up for the challenge in the Mighty Carp Tour 2024!
Although Carp might not be the crown jewel of North American waters, it remains an all-time European favorite and a true test of skill for anglers around the world. Now's your chance to prove your carp-catching mastery in one of the most challenging freshwater competitions of the year!

Throughout this exciting journey, you'll be facing diverse fishing environments, each with its own unique set of challenges. From the historic Tiber River in Italy to the vast waterways of San Joaquin Delta in the USA, and the renowned Sander Baggersee Lake in Germany, these spots are sure to test your skills at every stage. The Semifinals will push you further at Sander Baggersee, before the Top 20 finalists face off in the Grand Finale at the legendary Weeping Willow Lakes in Great Britain.

Tournament Dates:

• September 16th – Registration opens, 24 hours before the First Qualifier.
  
• September 17th – Qualifier 1: Tiber River, Italy.
  
• September 18th – Qualifier 2: San Joaquin Delta, USA.
  
• September 19th – Qualifier 3: Sander Baggersee Lake, Germany.
  
• September 21st – Semifinal: Sander Baggersee Lake, Germany.
  
• September 22nd – Grand Finale: Weeping Willow Lakes, UK.
  

Important:
Be sure to check out all the Tournament details in the Tournament Tab within the game. We’ve made a slight adjustment to the conditions recently. A key aspect of this tournament is that only Carp Rods are permitted. You can also use rod stands and keepnets. Please, note that boats and stringers are not allowed. Also, don’t forget to review the Competitive activities rules before registering. Remember, only one Fishing Planet account is allowed per device for tournaments. If you're playing with family, each member will need their own device to participate.

Enjoy your chance to get a whole bundle of goods including all the terminal tackle, equipment and licenses you need!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1000715/Fishing_Planet_Mighty_Carp_Tournament_Pack/

Hey Anglers,

A new bug fix patch has been released. This update addresses a wide range of issues and brings improvements based on your valuable feedback.

One of the key issues we’ve addressed in this patch is the bug where the 'Keep/Release' buttons were missing after catching a fish. In our testing, we were unable to reproduce this bug after the fix. However, since such issues can depend on various factors specific to different devices, we kindly ask that if you encounter this problem again, please don’t hesitate to report it to us at [email protected].

Here’s an overview of the improvements and bug fixes included in this patch:
Visual and Sound Enhancements:

1. Fixed an issue with grass textures not displaying on Maron River.
2. Addressed the issue where character footsteps on the wooden pier were inaudible.
3. Fixed silicone lures hanging parallel to the ground after catching a fish on the gaff.
4. Resolved an issue where the game’s start screen music would override in-game music settings.
5. Adjusted the excessively bright map on the tablet.
6. Fixed an issue with the boat engine sound persisting after a saltwater competition.

UI and Navigation:

7. Updated the "Buy Receive" and "Product Details" windows in the UI.
8. Fixed the scroll bar disappearing on the license purchase tab.
9. Addressed an issue with the map zoom functionality in Volans and Scutum.
10. Resolved issues with the scrolling function in the Fish Storage description.
11. Reworked pop-ups for item selling and repairing.
12. Improved map interaction on tablets by adding an input lock for better navigation.

Gameplay Improvements:

13. Resolved an exploit that allowed players to instantly reel in fish by maneuvering the boat in small circles while trolling.
14. Fixed various issues where input controls were blocked when using specific setups with a PS controller.
15. Added a feature where the last bait of a kind is now highlighted with a red circle.
16. Resolved the issue where players could slide on boats from water onto land.
17. Addressed a bug where the player could not exit the bait selection if Game Chat was opened via keyboard and RB/LB was pressed on a gamepad.
18. Fixed issues with fish schools moving too fast on Blue Crab Island.
19. Corrected the varying depths of lures during trolling when held or on a stand.
20. Resolved a bug where the camera movement was restricted when retrieving fish from the water.

Tournament and Competition Fixes:

21. Resolved broken flag displays in some tournament locations, also fixed the issue where flags appeared to be floating in some areas.
22. Addressed an issue with the player not receiving their score in qualifiers after disconnection.
23. Fixed an issue where fish caught from the boat after being disconnected did not count towards tournament scoring.
24. Resolved issues with the boat’s position resetting in boat competitions after a disconnect.
25. Corrected an issue with the Apply button

Fishing Together (FT):

26. Resolved input blocking issues when using stands with PS controllers in FT sessions.
27. Fixed an issue where the boat was moved to the center of the map after the host disconnected in FT sessions.
28. Corrected a bug where FT guests could receive the "Extend Stay" window before the host.
29. Fixed synchronization issues in FT sessions when spawning on a boat.
30. Resolved issues with the FT Finish screen when moving from FT room into a random room.
31. Fixed several issues related to the Fishing Together sessions, including syncing player positions and controlling the yacht after disconnects.

Photo Mode and Visual Glitches:

32. Fixed the camera clipping through Motor Boats and Bass Boats textures in Photo Mode.
33. Resolved character positioning issues when using Photo Mode on the bass boat.
34. Addressed the issue where the character was displayed under the pier after being ashore from the fishing yacht at Green Harbor.
35. Corrected the fishing line color discrepancy between Photo Mode and first-person view.
36. Corrected an issue where rods could be cast into the walls in the marina at Kaiji No Ri.
37. Fixed a bug where fish would detach from the gaff when the player rotated their character side to side.
38. Fixed incorrect fishing rod animations during compost pile interactions.

Inventory and Item Management:

39. Corrected template issues where incorrect fishing lines were equipped.
40. Addressed the problem of setup slots shifting to empty slots after a game restart.

Various Improvements and Bug Fixes:

41. Resolved an issue with the "Reel of Fortune."
42. Corrected issues with rod shaking in the character’s right hand while putting on glasses.
43. Addressed a bug where the Fish Finder's depth did not match the scale depth on older devices.
44. Resolved problems with mouse cursor visibility after joining private UGC competitions.
45. Added translation for Trolling XP Multiplier in all languages in the game.

We deeply appreciate your ongoing support and patience as we work to enhance your gaming experience. Your feedback and bug reports have been instrumental in helping us identify and address issues. Thank you for being a part of our community and for your continued understanding as we strive to make the game better for everyone.

Dear Anglers,

Fishing Planet’s Anniversary falls on Sunday this year, so we are announcing a whole weekend of celebrations!

Nine years ago, we launched the game on Steam. Since then, we've expanded to PlayStation, Xbox, Apple, and Android. Over the past year, we've launched on the Epic Games Store, and we’re not stopping there—stay tuned for news about another platform release coming soon!

Our community has grown significantly, now boasting nearly 29 million players across all platforms. We've become closer to you with the launch of our official Facebook group, which has been growing rapidly. In just eight months, we've reached 15,000 members, coinciding with hitting 15,000 members in our official Discord server. It’s a great pleasure for us to see our community expand and look forward to more exciting moments together!

In the past year, we've introduced Clubs and Club Leagues, new fishing mechanics, and our biggest update yet: the Ocean. Saltwater fishing, Fishing Together with friends on the same boat, new fishing yachts, navigation buoys, trolling, a 3D start screen, and even kitty cats added into the game! Behind the scenes, we've also made significant strides, releasing hotfix patches for all platforms simultaneously twice, which means 16 patches in one day!

This nine-year journey feels like a full circle for us. When we first created Fishing Planet, we dreamed of offering both freshwater and saltwater fishing experiences in breathtaking locations around the globe. With 25 maps worldwide and now ocean fishing in the game, we've turned that dream into reality. Seeing our vision come to life is incredibly rewarding, and we couldn't have done it without the support and passion of our amazing community!

The end of one circle means the beginning of a new one. We are already working on new saltwater and freshwater locations, new events, and many other features that you will soon discover in our DevDiaries.

And of course, we have prepared something special for the celebration!

First, we are excited to launch the Sailor Collection Pack. It includes a sleek and stylish ocean outfit with the coolest purple glasses, a powerful spinning setup, and saltwater casting gear as fierce as a beast! You'll also get tons of terminal tackle, along with a high-tech six-slot rod case. Enjoy seven days of access to Kaiji No Ri with Premium and the advanced license. Whether you're looking to extend your saltwater fishing adventure or explore the ocean for the first time, this pack is a fantastic deal!



Another highly anticipated event for our players is the Fishing Planet Anniversary License and Travel/Stay Discount. From today until August 14th, enjoy up to 60% off all unlimited licenses and travel and stay costs at all locations! Plus, there are discounts on 12 and 6-month Premium available on Steam and Epic Games platforms. This is the perfect time of year to make some long-term investments—enjoy!

Plus, if you haven’t yet, come join our community on Discord and our official Facebook Group. Stay tuned for updates and participate in the Fishing Planet Anniversary giveaways for a chance to earn exclusive rewards. We have prepared several activities for this weekend, which will be announced soon. We love treating our community not just during big celebrations like this one, but also on random weekends throughout the year, so stay with us!

Thank you for being a vital part of this incredible journey and inspiring us to continually grow and improve. Your enthusiasm and support mean the world to us. We’re excited to celebrate with you this weekend and to keep crafting unforgettable fishing experiences together.

Tight lines and happy fishing!

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