How to Fish in Abiotic Factor

     Fishing in Abiotic Factor is an excellent way to gather resources, prepare meals, and discover unique items in the game. From crafting your first fishing rod to mastering the fishing mechanics, this guide will walk you through the essentials of fishing and how to make the most of it.

 

 

Craft a Fishing Rod

 

     To begin fishing, you’ll need to craft a fishing rod. Unlock the recipe by finding a stapler, which is often located in alpha-style containers like filing cabinets. Once you have the stapler, the fishing rod recipe will appear in the crafting menu under the farming tab.

 

 

     To craft the fishing rod, you’ll need the following materials:

 

     - 1 Stapler

 

     - 2 Desk Phones

 

     - 4 Plastic Scrap

 

     - 2 Wood Planks

 

     Gather these materials and head to the crafting bench. Click the “Pin to HUD” button to track the required materials as you search for them. This will highlight items in containers, making it easier to gather everything you need. After crafting the rod, you’ll be ready to fish.

 

 

 

Locate Fishing Spots

 

     Fishing is possible in various water bodies throughout the game. Some of the early and accessible locations include the swimming pool in the office sector and fountains near the cafeteria.

 

 

     As you progress, you’ll unlock more fishing areas, such as the inky pool in the Night Realm or the radiated pools in Manufacturing West. Larger bodies of water generally yield better fish, so plan your fishing trips accordingly.

 

 

Learn Fishing Mechanics

 

     Equip your fishing rod and approach a body of water. Hold down the left mouse button to prepare your cast, then release to throw the line. Look for shadows in the water indicating fish activity.

 

 

     When a fish bites, it will pull the line, creating ripples. Use the WASD keys to move the rod in the opposite direction of the fish’s pull.

 

 

     The fish will change directions several times, so stay alert. Once the fish stops moving, hold the left mouse button to reel it in. You may need to repeat this process a few times before successfully catching the fish.

 

 

 

Use Bait for Better Results

 

     Bait increases your chances of catching fish instead of junk items like coffee mugs. After catching your first fish, you’ll unlock its respective bait recipe. Craft bait at the crafting bench and equip it by holding the reload key (default R) while selecting the bait. This will improve your odds of success and even increase the chances of rare fish appearing.

 

 

 

Prepare and Cook Your Catch

 

     After catching fish, head to the chef’s counter at your base to prepare them. Use the fish prepping section to butcher the fish, which may yield filets and other resources like fish oil or bones. Next, take the prepared fish to the cooking station, place a pan, and cook them into meals. Cooked fish provides better nourishment and can be used in advanced recipes.

 

 

 

Trade and Unlock Recipes

 

     Some fish are valuable for trading. For example, dropping Antefish filets into specific chutes near NPCs can yield unique items like staplers. As you catch different fish and prepare them, you’ll also unlock new recipes, such as sushi or enhanced meals that provide buffs like underwater vision or stamina regeneration.

 

 

Progress Your Fishing Skill

 

     Fishing in Abiotic Factor is a skill-based activity. As you catch more fish, you’ll gain fishing experience, which unlocks perks like detecting hotspots or improving your efficiency. Fishing hotspots increase the chance of catching rare fish when casting into specific areas of the water.

 

 

     Fishing in Abiotic Factor combines resource gathering, skill-building, and crafting into an engaging gameplay feature. From crafting your first fishing rod to preparing delicious meals with your catch, this activity is both rewarding and essential for survival. Explore new fishing spots, experiment with bait, and discover rare fish to enhance your journey in Abiotic Factor.