Hey 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,…
Hey 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, r…
Hey 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 C…
Hey 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…
Hey 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…
Hey 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 appearan…
Hey 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 issu…
Hey 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 w…
Hey 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 spinn…
Hey 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…
Hey 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 Athol…
Hey 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 sit…
Hey 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 to…
Hey 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…
Dear 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…
Hey 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…
Dear 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”…
Hey 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…
Hey 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-…
Hey 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…
Hey 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 improve…
Hey 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…
Luck 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…
Hey 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 m…
Hey Anglers, While we celebrate Norway Update release on all the PC and Console platforms, our competitive calendar continues on schedule. Up next is the World Cats Cup, focused entirely on catfish and bottom tackle fishing. You’ll travel across well-known waterways, from Saint-Croix Lake and Sander Baggersee to Quanchkin, the Marron River, and the Amazonian Maze, competing against anglers from…
Hey Anglers, February brings the Bream Feeder Frenzy Tour, a feeder fishing tournament fully dedicated to Bream! Travel across European waterways, from the Netherlands through Germany to Ukraine, and compete by catching all species and forms of Bream. Fish from the shore using feeder tackle only, keep your 20 heaviest fish, and let total weight decide the winner. Registration begins on February…
Hey Anglers, We’ve just released a small hotfix to address a few issues that appeared after the latest bug-fix patch. There’s also one important detail we unfortunately missed in the previous patch notes, related to competitions. Some of you may have noticed that the ratings column has disappeared. Please don’t worry - this is expected behavior, not a bug. As part of our work on a new matchmaki…
Hey Anglers, We’ve just rolled out a major bug-fix patch. This update includes a wide range of fixes and improvements across gameplay systems, Fishing Together sessions, boats and water behavior, UI, missions, and visuals with a strong focus on polishing the Norway map, improving performance, and boosting overall game stability. We’ve also made balance adjustments to some of the largest fish in…
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