Fishing Nets
⚪ Last updated 2024⚠️ Install Order · 2 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 1.4% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #16 of 29 Fishing mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
About :
Adds a fishing net object which can be used just like a crab pot to catch fish overnight when provided with bait.
Just like with crab pots, the need for bait is removed when the player has the "Luremaster" profession. Additionally, if the Quality Bait mod is installed, a random quality will be selected when not provided with bait.
The nets come with multiple texture variants: 2 new animated ones, and the original pre-2. 0 texture for nostalgia.
These can be switched out in the config or through GMCM.
How to obtain :
Recipe unlocks at level 6 Fishing. By default, the recipe requires 3 iron bars and 30 fiber.
Compatible With :
Automate - requires optional file Fish Nets - Automate
Better Crafting - requires optional file Fish Nets - Better Crafting Integrated into main mod as of 2. 0. 0
More New Fish - Adds more catchable fish
Ridgeside Village, Stardew Valley Expanded, East Scarp - Tested with these major extensions, keep in mind, not all areas provide anything catchable
Quality Bait - Adds quality options to catches
Json Assets - Any mod that adds fish / bait through JA should work
Dynamic Game Assets - Any mod that adds fish / bait through DGA should work As of 2. 0. 0, DGA is considered deprecated and will no longer be supported
Alternative Textures - Change the net's texture through AT (for 2. 0. 0+, animations do not need to be added through AT, this is handled internally, just providing the texture will do)
Save Anywhere Redux - Net's are saved before SAR saves and load back in after save (No catches for mid-day saves) No additional support needed as of 2. 0. 0, works out of the box
(Partially) Incompatible With :
The Daily Newspaper - Mod uses item id 931, change the id of fishnets for compatibility No longer an issue since 1. 1. 5
MARGO - Won't break, but won't interact with each other (MARGO skills don't work for fishnets)
How to install :
1. Install Smapi
2. Unzip the file and place it in the mod folder
Fishing Nets adds a fish net object to the game that automatically catches fish overnight. With 1,512 endorsements and 109,617 downloads, it's a popular quality-of-life addition for fishing enthusiasts. Last updated May 2024, it remains a simple and effective tool for passive fishing.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Huge download count (109,617) shows it's a go-to for many players
- Passive fishing overnight means you can do other things while nets work
- Lightweight and focused—does exactly what it says without bloat
⚠️ Cons
- No details on how the net is obtained or placed—might require some trial and error
- Only catches fish overnight, so daytime fishing still needs manual effort
- Last updated in May 2024—could be outdated if the game has had major patches since
For fishing enthusiasts who want to maximize their catch without spending all day at the water. Also great for players who like to automate resource gathering. Skip if you prefer active fishing mechanics or want more complex fishing systems.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Check the mod's description or comments for where to craft or find the net—likely in a crafting menu or world spawn.
- Place the net in a water body before you log off to wake up to a fresh catch.
- If you're using a mod manager, make sure the mod is enabled before loading your save.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Stardew Valley Mods
- Author
- MindMeltMax
- Version
- 2.1.0
- Downloads
- 109,617
- Endorsements
- 1,512
- Category
- Fishing
- Created
- 9/17/2022
- Updated
- 5/29/2024
🧩 Commonly Used Together
Users add these mods to the same collections — a real compatibility signal, not an AI guess.
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