How to Fish Tools & Utilities
Tools and utilities for How to Fish: fish value calculators, gear comparisons, trick shot planners, and community resources.
Community-built tools and utilities to help you get the most out of How to Fish. These resources help with planning, optimization, and tracking your progress through every island and boss encounter.
Fish Value Calculator
Calculate the sell value of any fish based on its rarity, size, and variant status. Use this tool to decide which fish to keep and which to sell immediately for maximum profit.
How to Use
- Select the fish species from the dropdown menu
- Enter the fish’s weight in kilograms
- Check the rare variant box if the fish has a special color or pattern
- View the calculated sell value and compare it to other catches
The calculator accounts for all rarity tiers — common, uncommon, rare, legendary, and mythic. Rare variants multiply the base value by 5-10x depending on the species.
Gear Comparison Tool
Compare two pieces of gear side by side. See stat differences, cost analysis, and which upgrade gives you the best value for your coins at your current progression stage.
Features
- Compare rods by catch rate, tension capacity, and reel speed
- Compare weapons by DPS, ammo capacity, and reload speed
- See the coin-per-stat-point value of each upgrade
- Get recommendations based on your current island and boss progress
This tool is especially useful in the mid-game when you have multiple upgrade options but limited coins. It helps you avoid wasting money on upgrades that do not significantly improve your performance.
Trick Shot Planner
Plan your trick shot angles before casting. Input the surface angle and desired landing spot to calculate the optimal cast trajectory for maximum bonus coins.
How to Use
- Select the surface type (rock, wood, metal, or boat)
- Input the angle of incidence in degrees
- View the predicted trajectory, landing zone, and expected multiplier
The planner helps you practice trick shots on paper before attempting them in-game. It is especially useful for multi-bounce setups where precision angles matter.
Boss Strategy Helper
Get recommended gear and strategies for each boss fight. Input your current gear loadout and the tool will suggest what to upgrade before attempting the boss encounter.
Features
- Gear check: see if your current equipment can handle the boss
- Strategy tips for each boss phase (passive, aggressive, enraged)
- Recommended explosive count based on your weapon DPS
- Co-op role assignments for multiplayer boss fights
Progress Tracker
Track your progress through the game and see what content you have completed:
- Islands unlocked and explored
- Bosses defeated and loot collected
- Rare variants caught and catalogued
- Total coins earned and spent
- Gear upgrades purchased and remaining
- Trick shot records and personal bests
Community Resources
- Steam Community Guides — Player-written guides and walkthroughs on Steam
- Steam Discussions — Ask questions, share tips, and report bugs
- Steam News — Official patch notes and developer updates
Related Pages
- Guides Hub — Detailed gameplay guides and walkthroughs
- Gear Hub — Equipment information and upgrade paths
- Fish Guide — Fish species, variants, and locations
- Boss Fights — Boss strategies and gear recommendations