By Alec Blackwood
In RimWorld Odyssey, **fishing zones** allow colonists to harvest fish from aquatic environments. To use this feature:
- Unlock the Fishing research
- Place zones directly on water tiles with fish populations
- Larger bodies of water yield better catches
Setting Up Fishing Zones
- Access zones via the Zone menu after researching Fishing
- Valid locations include rivers, deep lakes, oceans, and delta regions
- Shallow ponds or artificial/modded water often lack fish (check via Wildlife tab)
- Pawns with Hunting work enabled automatically fish at zones
- No construction costs – place unlimited zones, but each supports only one worker
Optimal Fishing Locations
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Flooded tiles might work if the zone was placed before flooding
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Deltas are hit or miss but usually have fish
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Large lakes work well if they’re deep enough
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Rivers and oceans give the best returns
Note: Decorative water sources and terrain-edited water won’t function unless specifically coded for fish.
Pro Tips
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Use the Wildlife tab to confirm fish presence
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Prioritize zones near your base to minimize travel
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Monitor flood risks that can disrupt zones
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Fishing efficiency scales with Hunting skill
Ideal for early-game sustenance or backup food supplies, fishing provides risk-free nutrition without requiring crop management or hunting expeditions.
FAQ
Q: What maps are best for fishing?
River, delta, and ocean tiles give the best and most reliable fishing spots.
Q: Can I fish in fake or modded water?
Only if that water contains fish. Decorative water usually won’t work.
Q: Do fishing zones require resources?
No, you can place them for free.
Q: Can I fish in floodwater?
Sometimes. If the zone was placed before the flood, it might still work.
Q: What skill affects fishing?
Fishing uses the Hunting work type and scales with Shooting.
Q: How do I place a fishing zone?
Unlock the Fishing research, then use the Zone menu to place it over fishable water.