How to Fish in Roots of Pacha
Roots of Pacha is a cozy, relaxing farming and life simulation game set in the Stone Age, filled with various activities, including fishing. This comprehensive and easy-to-follow guide will provide you with all the information necessary to excel at fishing in Roots of Pacha. You’ll learn about essential tools, prime locations for catching different fish species, and even some tips for turning your catch into mouthwatering meals.
Fishing Tools
In Roots of Pacha, you can use the following tools for fishing:
- Handaxe: This is the initial tool you’ll acquire for fishing in the game.
- Spear: Obtainable through the “A New Way of Fishing” quest.
- Fishing Pole: An alternative method for fishing (not available at the beginning of the game).
How to Fish: Step-by-Step Guide:
- Select a fishing spot: You can fish in various bodies of water, such as rivers, lakes, and oceans.
- Choose your fishing tool: Select the Handaxe, Spear, or Fishing Pole, depending on your preference and the tools you’ve unlocked.
- Start fishing: Walk up to the water and use your chosen fishing tool. If using the Handaxe, a small pool with fish outlines will appear.
- Target a fish: Position your cursor over a fish, and a circle with a meter underneath will be displayed. Keep the cursor centered within the circle to fill the meter segments. By maintaining the cursor inside the circle for several seconds, you’ll gain a catching speed bonus.
- Observe the fish’s response: Occasionally, fish will become startled, and a “!” shaped meter will appear. Move the cursor away from the circle until the “!” disappears.
- Reel in the fish: Once the standard meter is filled, press the interact button to catch the fish. You can attempt to catch a fish with a partially filled meter, but your odds of success will be lower.
Fish Types and Their Locations
To catch every kind of fish in Roots of Pacha, you must explore all areas during different seasons and times of day. Some fish may require the use of a spear. Fishing locations include:
Hammer: Known for its large head used to knock other fish and snatch their prey, the Hammer is located in the Upper Forest.
Birkenia: A lively swimmer with sturdy scales, Birkenia can be found in multiple locations throughout the game world.
Stargazer: Always gazing at the sky, making it easier to catch, the Stargazer is located in various locations throughout the game world.
Highwind: A stingray that patrols shallow waters, the Highwind resides in the Upper Forest. Be careful, as they can sting.
Zeus: Considered royalty among fish species, Zeus can be found in numerous locations throughout the game world.
Yark: With a flat nose that inhibits its sense of smell, Yark is located in the Forest.
Gyrodus: A ray-finned fish that’s hard to overlook due to its size, Gyrodus is found in the Forest.
Trilobite: Nimble and quick, resembling a winged-fish, the Trilobite is located in the Upper Forest.
Kabeza: Sporting a large head that functions as a shield, Kabeza is found in multiple locations throughout the game world.
Redeye: Always appearing irritated, possibly because of their missing fins, Redeye resides in the Forest.
Trident: An intimidating spear-shaped fish, Trident is found in the Upper Forest.
Tiktak: Boasting a crocodile-like head that makes it appear dangerous, Tiktak resides in the Upper Forest. However, it only appears to be dangerous.
Porcupine: Armed with large spines for defense, Porcupine can be found in various locations throughout the game world.
Peludo: Known as a cheerful presence among fish, Peludo is located in numerous locations throughout the game world.
Knowledge Meter
Each fish species in Roots of Pacha has an associated Knowledge meter, which fills as you catch more of that specific fish. Higher Knowledge levels increase the speed at which you can catch the fish. At Knowledge level 3, a segment of the meter is removed, simplifying the fish-catching process. The maximum Knowledge level for each catchable fish is 5.
Cooking with Fish
Your farm allows you to cultivate various crops that can be combined with fish to create delicious recipes. Experiment with different combinations to discover new dishes and improve your cooking skills
Fishing Tips and Tricks
- Be patient and maintain focus on the meter while fishing to ensure success.
- Explore different locations, seasons, and times of day to catch a wide variety of fish.
- Keep track of the fish you’ve caught and their Knowledge levels to optimize your fishing efficiency.
- Use higher Knowledge levels to target rare or more challenging fish species.
