Gameplay highlights
How to Fish Wiki
Complete guides for boss battles, all fish species, lures, and island exploration
Patch
1.0.12
Islands
5
Catches
50
Players
1-8
Platform
Steam Deck Verified
How to Fish guides: bosses, fish, lures and achievements
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About the game
What is How to Fish?
How to Fish is a co-op fishing game where you catch fish using firearms and physics-based combat. Released on August 20, 2026, the game combines relaxing fishing with intense boss battles across 5 unique islands.
Play solo or with up to 7 friends in online co-op. The game is available on PC via Steam and is officially Steam Deck Verified. Regular updates continue to add content, with Patch 1.0.12 being the latest release.
01
Fish, fight, sell
Cast your line, battle fish with firearms, and sell your catches to upgrade your arsenal. The core loop is simple but endlessly satisfying.
02
Boss trophy progression
Defeat island bosses to earn trophies that unlock new areas. Each boss requires strategy, preparation, and the right equipment.
03
Island exploration
Explore 5 distinct islands, each with unique fish, challenges, and secrets. From tropical beaches to frozen tundra.
Fishing with firearms and physics
How to Fish reimagines the fishing genre by replacing traditional rod mechanics with guns, explosives, and physics-based chaos. Each catch is a battle, requiring strategy, aim, and quick reflexes.
The game's physics engine creates emergent gameplay moments: fish react to explosions, bullets ricochet off water surfaces, and environmental objects become part of your fishing arsenal. Co-op multiplayer amplifies the chaos as players coordinate (or accidentally shoot each other) while battling legendary fish.
Common questions
How to Fish FAQ
Does How to Fish have Steam Cloud save support?
Yes, How to Fish supports Steam Cloud saves. Your progress syncs automatically across devices.
Is How to Fish Steam Deck verified?
Yes, How to Fish is officially Steam Deck Verified and runs great on handheld devices.
Is there friendly fire in multiplayer?
Yes, friendly fire is enabled in co-op. Be careful where you aim your shots!
How many fish species are in the game?
There are 50 unique fish species to catch across all 5 islands.
Can I play solo or do I need friends?
How to Fish supports 1-8 players. Play solo or invite friends for co-op fishing.
What happens if my save file corrupts?
Steam Cloud backup helps prevent data loss. If issues occur, verify game files through Steam.
Are there speedrun categories for How to Fish?
Yes, the community has established Any% and 100% categories. Check speedrun.com for leaderboards.
Can I rebind keyboard controls?
Full keyboard and controller remapping is available in the settings menu.
Does the game support ultrawide monitors?
Yes, How to Fish supports ultrawide resolutions (21:9 and 32:9).
Is there a photo mode?
Not currently, but screenshot tools work great. Press F12 for Steam screenshots.
Can I name my caught fish?
No, but each fish species has unique characteristics and descriptions in your journal.
Are there microtransactions?
No microtransactions. All content is included in the base game purchase.
Does the game have mod support?
Official mod support is not available, but the community is exploring modding possibilities.
What languages are supported?
English, Chinese (Simplified), Japanese, Korean, and several European languages.
Can I transfer saves between PC and Steam Deck?
Yes, Steam Cloud sync makes switching between devices seamless.
Is there cross-platform multiplayer?
The game is currently PC/Steam Deck only, so all players are on the same ecosystem.
How long does a full playthrough take?
Completing all islands and catching all fish takes 15-20 hours. Speedruns are much faster.
Are there fishing tournaments or events?
The base game focuses on exploration and progression. Community events happen on Discord.