Comprehensive Fishing Guide for Once Human

Author: Joshua Aug 09,2025

Once Human is a multiplayer open-world game set in a post-apocalyptic landscape. Amid intense battles with server-wide bosses, fishing offers a serene yet rewarding activity, combining resource collection, survival elements, and unique challenges. Whether you're pursuing seasonal objectives, gathering food, or displaying rare catches, this guide covers all you need to master fishing in the game. Have questions about guilds, gameplay, or our product? Join our Discord for support and community discussions!

Crafting a Fishing Rod

To start fishing, craft a Fishing Rod at the Supplies Workbench using these materials:

  • 20 Logs: Obtained by chopping trees.
  • 10 Copper Ingots: Crafted by smelting Copper Ore and Charcoal in a furnace.

Unlock the Essential Tools in the Crafting section of your Memetics menu to access the Supplies Workbench. Press ‘F’ to queue the Fishing Rod for crafting. The crafting time will appear in the lower left corner of the menu. Once complete, retrieve the rod from the workbench.

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Top Fishing Spots in Once Human

Certain areas in Once Human yield better fishing results:

  • Wild Dog Isle: Home to a diverse range of fish species.
  • Brookham Dock: A hotspot for reliable catches.
  • Harborside Bridge: Access to both freshwater and saltwater fish.
  • Greywater Camp: A quiet location with varied fish types.
  • Holt Town Decking: Perfect for snagging rare fish.
  • Chalk Peak: High-altitude spot with exclusive species.

Storing Your Fish

Like other perishables in Once Human, fish have a limited shelf life. Extend their freshness by storing them in a refrigerator or drying them in a Meat Drier for indefinite preservation. Alternatively, display fish on a Specimen Rack to keep them fresh and edible while showcased, though only one fish can be displayed at a time. Fish tanks are another option, with a capacity of four fish, depending on their size.

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