In the viral physics-based fishing simulator How to Fish, the gameplay loop is straightforward: fish, kill, sell, and upgrade. With over one million copies sold in just two days on PC, many players are jumping into the chaotic co-op experience. Here is how to get started.
The Core Gameplay Loop
- Fish: Use your equipment to catch fish in the game's various environments.
- Kill: Once caught, you must eliminate the fish to prepare them for processing.
- Sell: Trade your haul to earn currency, which allows you to purchase gear.
- Gear Up: Spend your earnings on new weapons and armor to improve your efficiency.
Collecting Rare Variants
Beyond the standard fishing loop, players are encouraged to hunt for rare variants of each fish species. To collect these, you will need to balance your fishing time with your combat preparation, as the game’s chaotic environment often requires players to be armed while fishing.
Future Updates
Developer Dazed Games has confirmed that they are actively working on content updates and bug fixes for How to Fish. While specific features like new islands, bosses, and additional fish variants have been requested by the community, players should monitor the official Steam page for the latest patch notes and expansion announcements.