Sunshells are the main event currency during the FishFest update in Fisch. If you want to unlock the event’s best rewards before it disappears, farming Sunshells should be one of your highest priorities. Almost every major FishFest reward requires Sunshells, including exclusive rods, cosmetics, relics, furniture, event equipment, and various limited collectibles.
Many players make the mistake of focusing on a single farming method, but the fastest way to earn Sunshells is actually by combining multiple event activities together. After spending time exploring the event and testing different methods, I’ve found that players who constantly rotate between fishing, shoreline farming, quests, and mini-games earn significantly more Sunshells than players who only stand at one fishing spot all day.
This guide covers every reliable Sunshell farming method and the best routine for maximizing your earnings.
Sunshell Merchant Rewards
Before farming Sunshells, it helps to understand why they are so important.
The Sunshell Merchant serves as the primary event shop during FishFest. This vendor offers a wide selection of limited-time rewards that may become unavailable once the event ends.
Some of the rewards available include:
- Limited event rods
- Exclusive cosmetics
- Special relics
- Furniture items
- Event gear
- Seasonal collectibles
- Various summer-themed rewards
Because many of these items are exclusive to FishFest, most players will want to earn as many Sunshells as possible before the event concludes.
FishFest Island
The most important location for Sunshell farming is the new FishFest Island.
You can travel there directly from Moosewood and access all major event activities in one place.
FishFest Island contains:
- Event fishing locations
- Shoreline rewards
- Event NPCs
- Quests
- Mini-games
- Seasonal activities
If your goal is efficient Sunshell farming, you should spend most of your event playtime on this island.
Shoreline Farming
One of the easiest ways to earn Sunshells is by collecting items that wash up along the shoreline.
Throughout the event, waves regularly bring rewards onto the beach. Many players completely ignore this system because they become focused on fishing, but shoreline farming can provide a steady supply of free Sunshells.
As you walk along the beach, keep an eye out for:
- Sunshells
- Crates
- Event materials
- Relics
- Special collectibles
- Seasonal rewards
The shoreline refreshes periodically, meaning new items can continue appearing while you play.
Whenever you finish fishing, complete a quest, or move between activities, take a few seconds to check the beach. Those small pickups add up surprisingly quickly over time.
One habit that helped me earn more Sunshells was never staying completely stationary. Every few minutes I would run along the shore, collect anything that appeared, and then return to fishing. The extra currency gained from these short trips was much better than simply standing in one place.
Fishing Event Fish
Fishing is the most important Sunshell farming method and will likely provide the majority of your event currency.
The FishFest Island contains special event fish that can be sold in exchange for Sunshells.
Unlike shoreline farming, fishing provides unlimited earning potential because you can continuously catch and sell fish throughout your session.
The basic process is simple:
- Travel to FishFest Island.
- Fish in event fishing spots.
- Catch FishFest fish.
- Sell your catches.
- Receive Sunshells.
The more time you spend fishing successfully, the more Sunshells you will accumulate.
Rare Fish Farming
Not all fish are equally valuable.
One of the biggest factors affecting your Sunshell income is fish rarity.
Rare fish generally provide better rewards when sold, making them significantly more valuable than common catches.
Because of this, improving your catch quality is often more important than simply increasing the number of fish you catch.
Players using stronger rods, better bait, and helpful buffs often earn Sunshells much faster because they consistently land higher-value fish.
Whenever possible, focus on improving your fishing efficiency rather than simply grinding endlessly.
Quests
Quests are another valuable source of progression during FishFest.
Many players view quests as something separate from Sunshell farming, but they actually work together quite well.
Completing quests helps you:
- Progress through event content
- Unlock additional rewards
- Learn event mechanics
- Gain access to new opportunities
- Improve overall event progression
Even when quests do not directly hand out large amounts of Sunshells, they often lead to systems and rewards that improve your long-term farming efficiency.
I recommend completing available quests as soon as possible rather than saving them for later.
Event Mini-Games
FishFest includes several mini-games that provide another way to stay productive during the event.
Instead of fishing nonstop for hours, participating in mini-games helps break up the grind while still contributing toward event progression.
Activities include:
Jet Ski Racing
Jet Ski Racing challenges players to complete courses while making use of speed boosts and efficient movement.
Strong performances can lead to valuable rewards and make the activity worth participating in whenever it becomes available.
Beach Volleyball
Beach Volleyball focuses on teamwork and score-building.
The better your team’s performance, the better your chances of earning rewards.
Playing with friends often results in higher scores and more consistent success.
Sandcastle Building
The Sandcastle activity introduces a different type of challenge where players compete through construction and event participation.
Strong performances can potentially unlock additional rewards and event items.
Although these activities may not seem as important as fishing at first glance, ignoring them means missing out on another source of event progression.