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Fishing Skill Guide

Skill Info

  • Skill Type: Major Skill
  • Max Level: 10
  • Base Game Compatible
  • Child Sims can learn Fishing after reaching Level 10 Mental

How to Build the Fishing Skill

Sims can learn the Fishing skill by:

  • Clicking on fishing spots to begin fishing
  • Reading Fishing skill books
  • Completing the Mental Skill as a child (Level 10)

Skill Level Progression

LevelUnlocks
1Catch fish, mount them, or keep in a bowl
2Catch Bass, Koi, Trout & Neon Angelfish
3Use Bait
Examine Water
Set 2 Fish Traps
Catch Mahi Mahi
4Catch Catfish, Tilapia & Princess Parrotfish
Better chance of catching treasure
5Fish in any weather
Fish while Uncomfortable
Catch Butterfly Fish
6Catch Rainbow Fish & Half Moon Fighting Plakat
Share Fishing Tips
Use 4 Fish Traps
7Catch Anglerfish & Bluefin Tuna
Reveal Secret Fishing Spots
8Teach Others to Fish
Catch Coral Scorpionfish
9Share Expert Tips
Catch Tropical Sharks & Pygmy Swordfish
10Catch Legendary Golden Mahi Mahi
Master Trapping (Use 6 Fish Traps)

Careers That Use This Skill

CareerType
FishermanPart-Time Job

Cheats, Traits & Ideal Moods

CategoryInfo
Cheatstats.set_skill_level Major_Fishing 10
Best MoodFocused
TraitLoves the Outdoors
AspirationAngling Ace

Tips & Strategy

  • Explore Secret Lots: Forgotten Grotto, Sylvan Glade, Deep Woods
  • Catch hidden treasures like Cowplant berries, violins, and rare collectibles
  • Want ponds or signs at home? Use:
    testingcheats onbb.showhiddenobjects → Search “Debug” in Buy Mode
  • Combine Fishing + Gardening + Cooking for a sustainable, free, and mood-boosting lifestyle

Videos / Gallery


Final Thoughts

Fishing is one of The Sims 4’s most peaceful and surprisingly rewarding skills. Whether you want rare collectibles, legendary fish, or a low-cost lifestyle, Fishing brings slow-paced fun and Simoleons to your game.

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