You load into Fisch, see a brand-new island pop up on the map, and instantly think, “Alright, what did they add this time?” — but the moment you step into Everturn Forest, it’s clear this update isn’t just another fishing spot. It feels different. The vibe changes, the mechanics shift, and suddenly you’re not just fishing… you’re trying to figure things out.
Let’s break it all down properly so you don’t waste time wandering around confused.
Where to Find Everturn Forest
The new island isn’t hidden, but it’s easy to overlook if you’re not paying attention.
You’ll find Everturn Forest sitting between Mush Grove and Castaway Cliffs, so just head toward that area on the map and you’ll spot it pretty quickly. Once you arrive, you’ll notice right away that the environment feels more alive than other locations — dense trees, scattered huts, and a slightly mysterious atmosphere.
The Seasonal System
The biggest feature of this update is the season mechanic, and this is where most players mess up.
Everturn Forest changes depending on:
- Summer
- Winter
- Spring
And this isn’t just visual. The season directly affects what you can catch and how easy it is to catch it.
Instead of explaining it in a complicated way, just remember this:
If a fish feels impossible to get, you’re probably fishing in the wrong season.
So instead of sitting in one spot for 30 minutes getting nothing, it’s better to switch your timing and come back later.
Everturn Bestiary
You can technically catch every fish at any time, but realistically, that’s not efficient.
The smarter way to approach it is:
- Focus on catching different fish types first
- Return later during better seasons to finish what you missed
This makes completing the Everturn Bestiary way smoother instead of frustrating.
Night Time Warning
The game literally hints that you shouldn’t stay here at night — and yeah, there’s a reason.
When night hits:
- The forest feels more dangerous
- Oaklings (or whatever is lurking there) seem more active
Even if nothing immediately attacks you, the environment clearly shifts.
The safest approach is simple:
Do your farming during the day, experiment at night only if you want to take the risk.
New Rods
If you were expecting to just find new rods lying around — that’s not how this works.
The rods here are tied to progression, not exploration.
You’ll come across NPCs around the forest, and one of the main requirements you’ll see is:
Catch multiple unique fish from Everturn waters
So before you even think about rods, focus on:
- Fishing variety
- Completing early bestiary entries
Once you do that, the rods start becoming available.
And yes, these rods are designed specifically for this area, so they’re worth getting.
Natural Mutation
This is one of those features that the game barely explains.
There’s a new natural mutation system, and it’s extremely rare.
You’re not supposed to grind it directly — it’s more like a bonus:
- You fish normally
- And occasionally get something valuable
So don’t chase it. Let it happen naturally.
Fish Size Attributes
Fish now come with size tags like:
- Small
- Tiny
It doesn’t change gameplay massively, but it adds more depth to what you catch and collect.
And from the looks of it, more variations are coming later.
New Code
Before you forget, redeem this:
- EvertonForest
It gives you free rewards, and there’s no reason to skip it.This update isn’t about grinding faster — it’s about playing smarter.
At first, Everturn Forest feels unclear, like the game isn’t telling you enough. But once you understand the flow — seasons, progression, and timing — it actually becomes one of the more enjoyable areas in Fisch.
It’s less about “how fast can I farm” and more about:
“Am I doing this at the right time and in the right way?”
And once that clicks, the whole update feels way better.