This Professional Fishing 2 guide covers important gameplay mechanics in Professional Fishing 2, focusing on bait condition, the repair system, task strategy, leaderboard progression, and hook size behavior.
These features are not well-documented in-game, and many players overlook them entirely—yet understanding them can drastically improve your results.
Professional Fishing 2 Guide – Bait Condition, Repair System
1. Bait Condition – What It Really Means
One of the most easily misunderstood systems in the game is bait condition. At first glance, the number next to your bait (like maggots or worms) might look like just a quantity count, but there’s more to it.
- The bar below the bait icon indicates condition, not quantity.
- Even if you have 30 maggots, if their condition bar is red or near zero, your catch rate will drop dramatically.
- A bait with 100% condition will produce better bite rates, while bait with low condition (e.g., 20%) will often result in no bites at all.
Solution: Always check the condition of each bait before casting. Replace worn-out bait with fresh ones for better bite frequency.
2. Repair System – Don’t Waste Silver on New Gear
Most of your gear in Professional Fishing 2 can be repaired, including:
- Hooks
- Rod Stands
- Certain tackle parts
To check if something is repairable:
- Click on the item in your inventory
- Look for the Repair button or prompt
- If the item is damaged, you’ll see an option to fix it
Note: Fishing lines, bite alarms, and some components (like bamboo rods) might not take damage at all or may have different durability mechanics. Check each item individually.
Tip: Always attempt to repair an item before buying a replacement. This saves silver and allows you to reinvest in better gear or bait.
3. Understanding Packs, Areas, and Fish Size Strategy
The game features different fishing zones or “packs.” Each area has its own leaderboard and fish types.
- Early packs focus on small fish like roach and bleak
- As you unlock better gear, shift to packs with bigger species like bream, tench, crucian carp, and pike
Why fish size matters:
- Larger fish = more experience and more silver
- Tasks involving weight (like catching 100 kilograms) complete much faster when you target heavy species
- You will progress through the game more efficiently by focusing on quality over quantity
Avoid staying too long in early areas with small fish if you have gear capable of landing bigger species.
4. Missions System – Best Source of Experience and Silver
The mission system is one of the most reliable ways to earn resources quickly.
Here’s how it works:
- Visit the Mission Lady, who now appears clearly on the map with a quest icon
- Interact with her to choose from several available missions
- Only one mission becomes active after selection
Examples of mission types:
- Catch X kilograms of fish within a time limit
- Catch X number of fish
- Catch specific species (e.g., one perch)
Important notes:
- Kilogram-based missions are often easier and faster to complete, especially if you’re targeting large fish like bream
- If you fail or cancel a mission, you lose points, which may become important in future content (such as unlocking gear or map zones)
Strategy: Focus on missions where your current setup gives you the fastest results. For example, it may be easier to catch 5 large fish totaling 10 kilograms than catching 20 small ones.
5. Hook Size Influences Fish Size
This is a subtle but impactful mechanic that many players overlook.
- Larger hook sizes tend to attract larger fish
- Smaller hooks will attract smaller species like roach and bleak, even if you’re using decent bait
Example:
- Using a hook size of 8 on a feeder rod can consistently attract large species like bream or tench
- Switching to smaller hooks may increase bite frequency, but from low-value fish
This hook-size system gives you more control over what you’re catching. Combine this with ground bait and feeder rods to isolate large fish types for both missions and silver farming.
