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Halloween Season 2026: Chapter 22026-10-19Hey Anglers!The spooky season continues, and we've got something you've been waiting for! Once Upon a Halloween and Curse of the Frankenfish Events are finally back! If you missed out on these fan-favorite Halloween adventures before, now's your chance to jump in, take on their challenges, and enjoy all the frightful fun!Both events have already started and will be available until November 2, 2026, at 10:00 UTC.Let's take a look at what's waiting for you! Once Upon A HalloweenDuring Halloween, the line between our world and the supernatural grows thinner, allowing all sorts of spooky creatures to slip through. Ghosts, mysterious lights, and o
Fall into Halloween Paradise - Autumn Sale!2026-10-07Hey Anglers,The leaves are falling, the ghosts are calling, and paradise is closer than you think!Starting October 7, enjoy 30% OFF Chamaeleon Cruiser Pack, Japan Odyssey Pack, and Supernatural Explorer Pack.Cruise the sunlit waters of the Maldives, set sail for Japan’s fishing paradise, or chase supernatural creatures of the Haunted Fleet.Offers end on October 19 for Supernatural Explorer Pack and on October 21 for the Ocean packs.Pack your tackle and a little courage. This fall, it’s time to fall into Halloween paradise!Follow us on social media to stay tuned and be in touch with our lovely community:DiscordFacebook GroupInstagramTikTokYou
Gars&Glory Cup 2026 – Registration is Open!2026-10-05Hey Anglers,Head to the Sports tab in-game and register for the Tournament. Registration is now open! A quick reminder about the changes to this Tournament. The first Qualifier will take place at Mudwater River, followed by the Everglades for the second Qualifier and Neherrin River for the third. The Semifinal has moved to Blue Crab Island, and the Final will take place at Quanchkin Lake.Even if you’re new to the game or don’t plan to compete, you can still register. Registration gives you free access to all Tournament locations, so it’s a great chance to visit places you haven’t unlocked yet.You can also prepare for the Tournament with the G
Chronicles of the Haunted Fleet2026-10-01Hey Anglers,The world has barely begun counting down to Halloween night, but the Haunted Fleet is already gathering on the horizon. This year, the Halloween season starts early and lasts longer, with mysteries unfolding across Fishing Planet’s waters.We begin with Chronicles of the Haunted Fleet. Then, on October 19, the long-awaited Once Upon a Halloween and Curse of the Frankenfish return after two years away. Two major Twitch Drops campaigns and more activities are coming, too. Read on to discover everything this Halloween season has in store!Supernatural Explorer DiaryOur journey begins on the Mudwater River, where the remnants of a long-
Mighty Carp Tour 20262026-09-03Hey Anglers,The Mighty Carp Tour 2026 is almost here! Get your Carp setups ready and prepare to compete across some of Fishing Planet's best Carp fishing destinations. Starting this year, we're making a change to the Tournament route: Qualifier 3 moves to the Dnipro River, Ukraine, giving you a new waterway to master on your way to the Semifinal and Grand Finale. Please note that Tournament flags will not be displayed at the Dnipro River this year due to a visual issue. This will not affect the Tournament or gameplay in any way. We appreciate your understanding. Registration opens on September 7th, with the first Qualifier starting on Septemb
Happy Birthday, Fishing Planet!2026-08-11Hey Anglers,Today, Fishing Planet turns 11!On August 11, 11 years ago, Fishing Planet first launched on Steam, and that’s where it all started.Every Anniversary, we look back at what we’ve accomplished over the past year, and this one has been incredibly busy. Honestly, it feels like every year gets busier, and we couldn’t be happier about it!Last August, while bringing Noomaa Kuda Atholhu, Maldives, one of your favorite destinations, to consoles, we were already working on something completely different: Norway, with its rough waves, thunderstorms, and new fishing experiences.We also launched our official Instagram account in August. It may
Fishing Planet Anniversary Event 20262026-08-06Hey Anglers,Eleven years ago, the Fishing Planet journey began on Steam and then continued on other platforms. Since then, millions of Anglers have explored waterways around the world, mastered new techniques, landed unforgettable catches, and helped shape the game into what it is today.Let’s celebrate another milestone together!The Fishing Planet Anniversary Event is here, inviting Anglers of every level on an adventure across all 27 waterways in the game. You will have to work your way through the event missions and will receive special items and pond passes to the next locations as rewards.Let’s dive into the event details!Anniversary Miss
Fishing Planet Anniversary Cup 20262026-07-30Hey Anglers,The Fishing Planet Anniversary Cup is back! Join this year's celebration by competing against anglers from around the world in our special Anniversary Tournament. Battle your way through the Qualifiers, earn your place in the Final, and prove you've got what it takes to become this year's Salmon Champion.As always, tournament registration grants access to all featured waterways, regardless of your level, giving every participant the chance to experience the event using only in-game Credits.In addition to the standard tournament rewards, the top three anglers will receive:1st Place: 360 days of Premium2nd Place: 180 days of Premium
Release Note - Version 6.0.132026-07-30Hey Anglers, We’ve just released a new update on Steam and Epic Games, featuring a number of UI improvements, bug fixes, and the new Fishing Planet Anniversary Event we teased earlier.The event begins next week, so stay tuned for a detailed announcement. The update will also be released on consoles before the event starts.Let’s get down to what's new in this update.Player Profile: Service CountersWe’ve added Services information to the Player Profile, including Repair Kits, Marker Buoys, Navigation Buoys, Tackle Template Slots, and Recipe Slots, along with their current usage status. Now you can see how many of these services you have and how
Fresh News From the Devs2026-07-23Hey Anglers, As many of you know, August marks Fishing Planet’s anniversary, and this year we’re celebrating an incredible 11 years together! It’s about time we brought you a special event in August, and we’re happy to share that we’re currently working on the Fishing Planet Anniversary Event — a brand-new adventure celebrating our shared passion for fishing and the amazing community that has grown alongside the game over the years.Get ready for a whole month of exciting challenges, exclusive rewards, unique mission items, and lots of surprises waiting for anglers of every level! Fish Your Way Across Fishing Planet Fishing Planet Anniversary
Independence Treasure Hunt + Canada Day Event2026-06-25Hey Anglers,Fireworks are lighting up the sky, the grills are heating up, and the festive spirit is in the air! With Independence Day and Canada Day just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to hit the water, embark on a festive treasure hunt, and celebrate with special event gear. Get ready for history-inspired adventures, earn awesome rewards by completing event missions, and enjoy some unforgettable fishing! The event has already kicked off, and runs until July 6 at 10:00 UTC across all American waterways, from Lone Star Lake, Texas, to Kaniq Creek, Alaska.You can also celebrate Independence Day by competing in Fishing Planet's biggest
Bug Fix Patch - Release Note - Version 6.0.122026-06-25Hey Anglers,We have just rolled out a Bug Fix Patch that brings a range of fixes, quality-of-life improvements, performance optimization, and usability enhancements designed to make your experience smoother and more enjoyable.We've addressed several highly prioritized issues affecting gameplay and visuals. These fixes include restoring missing bell sounds on rod stands, improving the appearance of Marker Buoys, and resolving an issue that prevented some players from placing their Frankenfish Mount in the Trophy Room.In addition, we've Improved Audio Controls by introducing a dedicated Sound Effects volume slider, and renamed the Sound Volume
Bug Fix Patch2026-06-15Hey Anglers,We wanted to share a quick update regarding the recent Back to Basics Update on Steam and Epic Games.First of all, thank you for all the excitement and feedback! It’s been great seeing so many players return to explore the refreshed Lone Star Lake, check out the new Trophy Room, enjoy the update gifts, and experience all the other improvements.As with any major update, a few issues have popped up, and here’s where things stand:• The Feeder and Spinning setup issues in Adventure Missions have been fixed. If you were previously unable to complete these missions, please try again.• Reports about missing Bell sounds, overly loud audio
Release Note: Back to Basics - First Levels Rework2026-06-11Hey Anglers,Back to Basics - First Levels Rework is LIVE, and it’s the perfect time to rediscover Fishing Planet all over again!Lone Star Lake has been completely reworked from the ground up, and that’s just the beginning. This update also brings plenty of improvements to other locations, along with a variety of gameplay enhancements across the game. Anglers now finally have their own home with the Trophy Room to show off their great catches!To celebrate the release, go ahead and log into the game to grab the Lone Star Welcome Box*, place it inside your new House and receive your special Texas lures to soak in the spirit of good old Texas. .
Fishing Planet Boat Series 20262026-06-04Hey Anglers,The Fishing Planet Boat Series Tournament is back, bringing a full week of competitive predator fishing across the waterways of the USA and Germany.Grab your favorite spinning or casting setup, launch your boat or kayak, and compete for the heaviest catches of Bass, Pike, Carp, Zander, and more. Please note that spinning and casting gear means freshwater setups, as saltwater spinning and casting are different categories of gear. Remember: only fish caught from a boat or kayak will count toward your score. Registration opens on June 8th, with the first Qualifier starting on June 9th. Please note that all Qualifiers will take place
DevDiary: Back to Basics2026-06-02Hey Anglers,As many of you know, we recently released the Catch & Compete Update, bringing a variety of quality-of-life improvements and new daily activities to enjoy in Fishing Planet. But we’re not stopping there, we're continuing to improve and reimagine the overall player experience. This time, our attention is on the early-game stages and the first-level waterways. That’s why this update has a simple and straightforward name: First Levels Rework.Let’s take a sneak peak at what we’ve been cooking up. All Roads Lead to Lone StarOur stats show that many players keep returning to Lone Star Lake long after they’ve unlocked higher-level locati
Ocean Fest Sale: 30% Off Maldives Packs + Twitch Drops2026-05-14Hey Anglers, Dive into exciting fishing adventures around the sun-soaked atolls of the Maldives!From now until May 25, 2026, 12 PM UTC, you can get the Chamaeleon Cruiser Pack and Atoll Scout Pack with a fantastic 30% discount! In addition to the packs, enjoy up to 60% discounts on Maldives Licenses and Travel and Stay costs. You can also claim 2 Pond Passes 24-hours each for Noomaa Kuda Atholhu completely free with the Maldives Ocean Twitch Drops Campaign.You can check what’s inside each box and how to claim your rewards here. Don’t miss your chance to save and enjoy the upcoming summer fishing adventures in the Maldives!Tight lines and see
Competitions - Important Update2026-05-11Hey Anglers,As many of you know, we recently introduced the new Matchmaking and Competitive Rating System. The goal of these changes was to create a more balanced and skill-based competitive experience.Unfortunately, some players have shown unsportsmanlike behavior. However, we were prepared for the possibility that this might happen. Since the release, we have been closely monitoring the situation, and we have had a plan on how to improve the system and eliminate possible exploits. A patch with these updates will be released soon.In the meantime, we review the Leaderboards every week and disqualify players who use unfair methods to receive r
Live Bait Fiesta Cup 20262026-05-08Hey Anglers,The Live Bait Fiesta Cup returns, taking you across South America in a challenge to catch large exotic fish on live bait. Use match tackle in the Qualifiers and bottom tackle in the Semifinal and Final, with specific live bait allowed. Boats can be used for movement, but only fish caught from the shore count.Only your 10 largest fish count, and the winner is determined by their total weight.A small reminder about a few changes that affect the weather and in-game timing in the First Qualifier and the Final.First Qualifier – Maku-Maku Lake:Weather: Rain Time: 13:00 - 21:00Final – Amazonian Maze:Weather: Heavy Clouds Time: 8:00 - 16:
Next Fishing Planet Map — Tell Us Your Opinion!2026-05-08Hey Anglers,We need your thoughts on the next location in the game!Do you want a freshwater or saltwater location? Where should it be? Which fish would you like to catch there?Please fill out this short form Everyone who leaves their real nickname in the form will join a giveaway. We will randomly select 30 winners, and each winner will receive 1000 Club Tokens!Don’t forget to react to this post and leave a comment to let us know you completed the form.Your feedback matters. Help us shape the future of the game - fill in the form!Follow us on social media to stay tuned and be in touch with our lovely community:DiscordFacebook GroupInstagramTi
Hotfix Patch - Release Note2026-04-30Dear Anglers,We’ve released a hotfix on Steam and Epic Games that fixes an issue in Ocean competitions where players could not board the yacht along with several other fixes and improvements.Thank you for your reports and thoughtful feedback. We’re very happy to see that so many players are enjoying Daily Missions, Colored Buoys, and the chance to compete within separate groups against others with a similar Competitive Rating. We’ll continue monitoring everything closely and using your feedback to make the experience better.Thank you for being with us, and get ready for tomorrow, the new Rewarding Leaderboards are launching!Tight lines!Follow
Catch & Compete Update - Release Note2026-04-29Hey Anglers, Fishing Planet’s Catch & Compete Update is now live, bringing a fresh wave of improvements to your every day fishing experience! Dive in and try out a more transparent and comprehensive Competitive Rating and Matchmaking System, brand-new Rewarding Leaderboards, long-awaited Daily Missions and Colored Buoys that add a new layer of activity to your time on the water. Let’s take a closer look at what’s new in Fishing Planet!Daily MissionsDaily Missions are time-limited tasks that refresh every day, giving players a great opportunity to earn additional XP, Baitcoins and Club Tokens on a daily basis! They become available to all play
Live Bait Fiesta Cup – Important Update2026-04-15Dear Anglers,Live Bait Fiesta Cup is coming up this May as usual, but we want to let you know about a few changes in this Tournament, so you can take your time and practice for the new conditions. The changes will affect the weather and in-game timing in the First Qualifier and the Final.Be aware that the weather indicated below is the weather prevailing during the day, but if it says “Rain” it doesn’t mean it necessary will rain for 10 hours in a row, there can be slight differences during the day, just like in real life and in previous Tournaments.First Qualifier - Maku-Maku Lake:Weather: Rain (previously Heavy Clouds)Time: 13:00 - 21:00 (p
Welcome World Bass Tour 2026!2026-04-04Hey Anglers, The World Series continues with the World Bass Tour, focused entirely on Bass fishing. Compete across Florida, Louisiana, and Bolivia to reach the Semifinals in the Amazonian Maze, then fight for the win in the Final on Blue Crab Island. Use spinning or casting rods, and let your 10 best fish kept in the Keepnet determine your final result. Registration opens on April 6th, and the first qualifier starts on April 7th. If your level isn’t high enough to access the listed waterways, you’ll gain temporary access after registering.Check all details and register in the Sports tab in-game. Gear up with the World Bass Tour Pack, equipped
DevDiary: Colored Buoys and Daily Missions2026-04-02Hey Anglers, We hope you enjoyed our little April 1st joke yesterday, but now it’s time to get serious about what’s really coming next.As part of the Catch & Compete Update coming this Spring, we’re continuing to reveal what’s ahead. We’ve already covered the new Rating & Matchmaking system and the Rewarding Leaderboards in our previous Dev Diaries.Today, we’re excited to introduce two long-awaited features arriving soon – Colored Buoys and Daily Missions. Let’s dive into what’s coming next! Your Buoys, Your Colors Colored Buoys have been one of the most requested features among anglers, as it can help you keep your markers and fishing spots
DevDiary: New Fishing Horizons2026-04-01Hey Anglers,In our previous DevDiaries, we introduced the new Rating and Matchmaking system, along with the new Rewarding Leaderboards. Both are aimed at making competitions more structured, everyday fishing more rewarding, and the game in general more engaging for everyone.Today, we’re back with another look at what’s coming next, focusing on several key areas, including Licenses, Dynamic Competition Commentary, and the introduction of a new Boat.Let’s get down to what’s coming next!Trophy Catch LicenseAs we continue to refine the fishing experience on our Planet, we’re placing more focus on keeping it both structured and sustainable. As par
DevDiary: New Rewarding Leaderboards2026-03-26Hey Anglers,We’re back with another look at the improvements coming in the Catch & Compete Update coming this Spring! In the previous Dev Diary, we introduced the new Rating and Matchmaking System. Today, we want to talk about the new Leaderboards.Leaderboards have long been part of Fishing Planet, offering a fun way to see how you measure up against other anglers. When thinking of improvements to this feature, our goal was to make everything clearer and more transparent, while also making Leaderboards more engaging and motivating to participate in. Most importantly, players will now receive rewards for reaching the top positions on the Leade
Spring Sale: Africa and Japan at 30% OFF plus Twitch Drops2026-03-19Hey Anglers,With a bit of St. Patrick’s luck in the air, it’s the perfect time to save big and make the most of both freshwater and saltwater adventures.From today until March 26, 2026, 5 PM UTC, you can pick up two of your favorite packs, Japan Odyssey Pack and Congo Discovery Pack, with an amazing 30% discount.Set off on a 60-day ocean adventure around Kaiji No Ri with the Japan Odyssey Pack. Cruise with up to four players on the Volans™ yacht, fully equipped for trolling and bottom fishing. Get premium saltwater gear, a massive tackle wagon, Advanced License, Premium Account, and everything you need to catch giant ocean fish and maximize y
St. Patrick’s Day 2026: Kick the Snake!2026-03-12Luck o’ the Irish to you, Anglers!As the St. Patrick’s Day spirit rolls across the waters, the mischievous Snakeheads have crept back into the shallows and started causing trouble again. Luckily for everyone, our Planet has you, Brave Angler. Grab your rod and hunt these rascals down, because nobody handles trouble in these waters better than you. Get ready, Brave Angler, it's time to get rich and famous!The leprechauns are feeling extra generous this year, and they’ve left some surprises just for you — including Lucky Clover Twitch Drops and special St. Patrick gifts in the Personal Offer section. Be sure to check in regularly – you never kn
DevDiary: Competitive Rating and Matchmaking2026-03-05Hey Anglers, As many of you know, a new Norway location was recently added on Steam, Epic Games, PlayStation, and Xbox, and will soon arrive on Mobile and Nintendo Switch. Our Planet keeps expanding and evolving, and as our fishing world grows deeper and more dynamic, we’re working to make sure every moment you spend in the game feels smooth, rewarding, and truly worth your time.With that in mind, here’s a little behind-the-scenes sneak peek at what we’re working on right now. Future updates will bring a full range of quality-of-life improvements designed to refine and enhance the experience you already know and enjoy. We’ve named this future