Among all the laser rifles, cybernetic soldiers, and katanas, Stellar Blade also offers the simple task of fishing.
Stellar Blade fishing is a great way to steer clear from regular activities like combating enemies, and it’s fun minigame.
However, you need to know how to unlock fishing and catch some good ones. This guide will help you become a master angler from a rookie in no time.
How to unlock fishing in Stellar Blade
You can’t start fishing in Stellar Blade right away. First, you gotta reach the Great Desert. That’s about halfway through the main story.
Once you find the giant oasis in the center, look for an NPC named Clyde. Once you find him, initiate a conversation. He’s the resident fisherman who will introduce you to the “Looking Glass” side quest.
This quest will introduce you to the fishing world. You will have to complete it by catching a few fish at the oasis, and Clyde will reward you with your very own fishing rod and bait.
Stellar Blade fishing guide — how to fish in Stellar Blade
Once you get your fishing equipment, the final thing to do is catch some quality fish. Here’s how you do it:
Equipping the rod: Hold down the D-pad to access your combat consumables wheel. Select the fishing rod, then double-tap down on the D-pad again to choose your bait.
Different baits may attract different fish, so you’ll need to experiment to see what works best.
Casting the line: Find a body of water and flick the left stick back and forth to cast your line. You need patience because it might take a while for a fish to bite the bait.
When your controller vibrates, that’s your cue. Quickly press R2 to set the hook.
Catching the fish: You’ll have a limited time (approximately 45-60 seconds depending on the fish’s size) to reel it in. A bar will appear on the screen. You’ll need to keep a close eye on it. Here are the steps to catch the stuck fish:
- Move the left analog stick in the opposite direction the fish is swimming.
- Press the square button repeatedly.
- Hold R2 carefully and make sure not to over-press it. You want to stay in the blue zone on the meter. Excessive force will cut the line.
- If you manage to deplete the bar before time runs out, you will catch the fish.
Once you catch the fish, you can cook it up or sell it for some extra credit.
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