Steam News22 July 20251y ago

V1.0.2(56) Open Beta Available Now

Howdy folks, and thanks for playing! Since launch, we’ve been reading your feedback and working hard on an update focused on refining the fish fighting mechanics and adding some fun new features.

In this update6

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Full Cast n Chill update

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What changed

0 fixes5 additions3 changes1 removal

Gameplay
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addedHowdy folks, and thanks for playing! Since launch, we’ve been reading your feedback and working hard on an update focused on refining the fish fighting mechanics and adding some fun new features.

added🎣 Fish Fighting ImprovementsYou can now let your line go slack and see it with clear visual cues to help you manage tension and avoid over-pulling.

added🎣 Fish Fighting ImprovementsWe’ve also added the ability to steer and guide the fish slightly when pulling at just the right time and improved bubble particles to let you know when the fish is thrashing easier.

removed🐟 Smarter Fish BehaviourFish no longer sprint endlessly in one direction or head butt the lakebed. Their movement is now more natural and satisfying.

added🧍 New Angler AnimationsWe’ve added some lovely new animations to bring your angler to life with more personality.

added🐶 New Pupper OptionThere’s a new good doggo to choose from: a loyal German Shepherd companion.

Cast n Chill changes

addedYou can now let your line go slack and see it with clear visual cues to help you manage tension and avoid over-pulling.

addedWe’ve also added the ability to steer and guide the fish slightly when pulling at just the right time and improved bubble particles to let you know when the fish is thrashing easier.

removedFish no longer sprint endlessly in one direction or head butt the lakebed. Their movement is now more natural and satisfying.

addedWe’ve added some lovely new animations to bring your angler to life with more personality.

Howdy folks, and thanks for playing! Since launch, we’ve been reading your feedback and working hard on an update focused on refining the fish fighting mechanics and adding some fun new features.

🎣 Fish Fighting Improvements

You can now let your line go slack and see it with clear visual cues to help you manage tension and avoid over-pulling.

We’ve also added the ability to steer and guide the fish slightly when pulling at just the right time and improved bubble particles to let you know when the fish is thrashing easier.