Reference
How to Fish Weapons & Gear
What the official game says about gear and weapons — and what footage confirms you actually use.
The developer’s own pitch: “start off with no gear or weapons, earn money to buy better gear and weapons and stuff.” Gear is the core of how you fight and catch.
Confirmed weapon roles
- Bought with money earned from catching, killing and selling fish.
- Used to fight creatures and bosses — including the baddest fish.
- Footage confirms ranged firearms in play — press coverage syndicated in the official store news mentions players blasting creatures with golden rifle-style weapons from range.
- Better gear is the practical gate for later islands.
What is not published yet
- Individual weapon names, prices and exact stats — not verified, not printed.
- “Best weapon” rankings — subjective and build-dependent; we do not rank gear.
Best weapons guide
For build-safe recommendations without invented stats, use Best Weapons.
FAQ
FAQ
Common questions about this topic.
What weapons are in How to Fish?
The confirmed role is ranged firearm-style weapons used to fight creatures; specific names and stats are not yet verified.
How do I get better weapons?
Earn money by catching, killing and selling, then buy from the shop — the official loop.
Is there a best weapon?
No verified ranking exists; gear is situation- and build-dependent.