Fishing Planet LLC launched this free-to-play fishing simulator on 11 August 2015 and it now covers 27 waterways modelled on real fisheries from Texas to Missouri to Oregon. Every catch runs through a physics model where line strength, hook size, drag setting and rod action all decide whether a fish lands or snaps you off. Progression is levels and credits, with BaitCoins sold separately for players who want to skip the grind.
Resource management and crafting determine how quickly your power scales. This guide covers what to prioritize, where to farm, and how to avoid wasting resources on the wrong upgrades.
Crafting Priority List
The order you should invest resources:
| Priority | Target | Why |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Primary equipment | Biggest damage increase per resource spent |
| 2 | Core build gear | Enables your build's key combinations |
| 3 | Defensive upgrades | Survivability for boss fights |
| 4 | Secondary equipment | Situational options for specific content |
| 5 | Consumables | Temporary boosts for hard content |
Resource Farming by Area
Lone Star Lake, Texas
Key resources: Fast early experience, cheap credits, first-catch bonuses Farming efficiency: Low value per run, but safe and consistent
Focus on gathering materials for Baitcasting rod with a low profile reel upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Mudwater River, Missouri
Key resources: Channel Catfish trophies, night session missions, bottom fishing experience Farming efficiency: Good early-game farming spot
Focus on gathering materials for Baitcasting rod with a low profile reel upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Emerald Lake, New York
Key resources: Walleye credit income, Northern Pike trophies, jig fishing practice Farming efficiency: Best mid-game farming, worth revisiting
Focus on gathering materials for Baitcasting rod with a low profile reel upgrades here. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Falcon Lake, Oregon
Key resources: Trout species collection, light-line technique, scenic trophy hunting Farming efficiency: High-value materials for late-game upgrades
This is where you farm materials for Light spinning rod with a 1000 size reel max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Everglades, Florida
Key resources: Peacock Bass, high credit per fish, lure fishing mastery Farming efficiency: Best resources in the game, requires strong build
This is where you farm materials for Light spinning rod with a 1000 size reel max upgrades. See our maps guide for detailed area layouts.
Upgrade Path
Early Game (Lone Star Lake, Texas to Mudwater River, Missouri)
- Upgrade your starting equipment to functional level
- Craft basic defensive gear
- Save specialty materials, since you'll need them later
- Focus on Baitcasting rod with a low profile reel once accessible
Mid Game (Emerald Lake, New York)
- Push Baitcasting rod with a low profile reel to mid-level upgrades
- Start collecting materials for Light spinning rod with a 1000 size reel
- Craft situational consumables for boss fights
- Upgrade build-specific gear pieces
Late Game (Falcon Lake, Oregon to Everglades, Florida)
- Max out Light spinning rod with a 1000 size reel. This is your top priority
- Complete your build's core gear set
- Craft endgame consumables
- Optional: upgrade secondary equipment for variety
Crafting Mistakes to Avoid
- Spreading upgrades across multiple equipment: Focus one weapon to max before diversifying.
- Hoarding materials: Use them. The game provides enough if you farm efficiently.
- Upgrading the wrong gear: Check our builds guide before investing.
- Ignoring Emerald Lake, New York farming: This area has the best resource-to-time ratio in mid-game.
- Crafting consumables too early: Save specialty materials for late-game recipes.
Resource Efficiency Tips
- Match every component of the rig to the weakest link on purpose. Set line test below rod test so a snag breaks the line rather than the rod, and keep the leader slightly weaker than the main line so you lose 30 cm instead of the whole spool.
- Farm Emerald Lake, New York during mid-game for the best return on time
- Check the walkthrough to know when each resource becomes available
- Match your farming route to your build. Some classes farm faster in certain areas
More Fishing Planet Guides
- Fishing Planet Fishing Planet Overview
- Fishing Planet Best Builds
- Fishing Planet Tier List
- Fishing Planet Walkthrough
- Fishing Planet Beginner's Guide
- Fishing Planet Tips & Tricks
- Fishing Planet Weapons Guide
- Fishing Planet Combat Guide
- Fishing Planet Boss Guide
- Fishing Planet Maps & Locations
- Fishing Planet Classes & Characters
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