Mastering Focused Fishing in Destiny 2

One of the exciting additions to Destiny 2's Season of the Deep is the introduction of fishing. This new activity can be found in patrol areas and was teased during the reveal trailer. Fishing is a simple yet engaging activity that does not require matchmaking. All players need is some Bait, which can be obtained by completing almost any activity in the game. In this article, we will explain in detail what Focused Fishing is and provide you with tips on how to catch exotic fish.

During the act of fishing, players will observe a special buff that appears in the lower left-hand corner of the screen. This buff is known as Focused Fishing and is accompanied by a bar that fills up periodically. In this guide, we will delve into the details of what the Focused Fishing buff does when players are fishing.

When players start fishing at a Fishing Pond, they will notice the appearance of a buff called Focused Fishing. While it may seem like this buff is not doing anything at first, it can actually be increased by catching Legendary quality fish. Although catching Legendary quality fish is a random occurrence, players can influence the outcome to a certain extent in Destiny 2.

When fishing, it's crucial to pay close attention to the bobber. The moment it disappears underwater, players must quickly hit the button to achieve a Perfect Catch. A Nice Catch will result if they're even a second too late. By combining a Perfect Catch with Bait, players can significantly increase their chances of catching higher quality fish, making it the most effective way to chain Perfect Catches for Legendary fish.

Catching any Legendary fish contributes to the progress of the Focused Fishing buff bar. This includes fish caught by other players nearby or in a Fireteam. As the bar fills up, fish will begin to bite more frequently. Once the Focused Fishing buff bar is completely full, players will catch fish more rapidly, increasing their chances of catching higher quality fish. This buff also affects the catch rate for Exotic fish.

Getting a Legendary quality fish is a matter of luck, as it is entirely random even with the Focused Fishing buff. However, players should be aware of the hidden time limit of Fishing Ponds. Once a public event starts, the Fishing Pond will disappear and players will lose the Focused Fishing buff. This means that players will have to start again once the Fishing Pond reappears.

The Exotic fish is a rare catch in the game, but its appearance is left up to chance. Despite the maximum benefit of the Focused Fishing buff, some players may reel in the prized fish quickly while others may have to wait a considerable amount of time. This element of randomness is similar to other rare items found throughout the game.