Abiotic Factor: How to Fish & Use Traps
Written by Michael Owen | Abiotic Factor
To fish in Abiotic Factor, you need a Fishing Rod or Insulated Rod, some bait, and any body of water. Cast your line, follow the fish's movement, and reel it in once it tires out.
Get a Fishing Rod
Craft or find a Fishing Rod or Insulated Rod.
The Insulated Rod is needed if you're fishing in areas with electric fish like Gutfish Eels. Regular rods will take damage there.
Add Bait
Hold the Reload key (default is R) to open the bait wheel.
Hover over your bait, then release the key to equip it. Using the right bait helps target specific fish and improves your chances.
Cast Your Line
Stand near water and left-click to cast.
Any water source works, but fishing hotspots (bubbling patches) guarantee a catch instead of junk. These disappear after 2–3 uses.
Hook and Reel
Wait for a fish to bite. When it tugs, press movement keys in the opposite direction of the fish's pull.
Do this until the fish tires out, then reel it in to collect it with left-click.
If the fish fights three times, it's real. If it only pulls once or twice, it's junk.
Use Traps (Optional)
You can also place fishing traps in water. Hotspots give the best results.
Only one trap works per water source unless spaced far apart. Bait helps but isn’t always required.
Final Blurb
Fishing in Abiotic Factor is easy once you have the right gear. Use bait, find water, and pull the line in the right direction to catch fish. For better odds, look for bubbling hotspots or set traps to fish passively.
FAQ
Do I need bait to fish?
No, but it helps. Bait increases the chance of catching rare fish and reduces junk.
Where can I fish?
Almost any body of water works. Hotspots are best.
How do I know it’s a real fish?
Real fish pull the line three times. Junk only pulls once or twice.
Can I use more than one trap?
Yes, but only if they’re spaced apart. One trap per water source unless carefully positioned.
What’s the benefit of the Insulated Rod?
It prevents shock damage from electric fish like Gutfish Eels.
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