BETA UPDATE | Full Map Remaster & Performance Testing

[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]

[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
[/p]

[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]