The Fishing Event is live in Plants vs Brainrots, and there is a lot to do. You can catch brainrots, plants, gear, and more while working toward exclusive rewards and a brand new biome. This is something very new compared to the core mechanics of the game. This guide breaks down everything you need to know to make the most of this Plants vs Brainrots Fishing Event.
Plants vs Brainrots Fishing Event Guide
So in this event, you just need to click to cast your rod into the water, and then you wait. When something bites, you’ll notice it right away. At that point, you need to click again to fill up a progress bar before the time runs out. Pretty similar to the mechanics in fishing games like Abyss or Fish It.
To start fishing, you have to visit the Central Island and go to a boat near the dock. There will be an NPC that let you equip your first rod, and from there, you just need to fish away!
The key thing to remember is that you have to reel in fast. If you’re too slow, the line breaks, and you lose whatever was on it. So stay focused and keep clicking once something is on your line. Your main goal is to find 5 different, unique items while fishing.
Once you do, you unlock exclusive rewards as a bonus on top of everything else you catch. Moreover, if you are able to catch 250 fish in total, you will unlock the Aquatic Depths biome.
One of the best things you can do is find bubble zones in the water. Fishing inside these spots gives you a boost to your catch luck. If you spot a bubble zone, always fish there over a regular spot.
How to Upgrade Your Rod in Plants vs Brainrots Fishing Event
As you catch more fish, you unlock the ability to buy rod upgrades. A better rod gives you improved strength and luck, which directly affects how well you fish. With your fishing rod upgraded, you’re more likely to pull in rarer items, and better strength helps you reel things in more effectively. So the more you fish, the better your setup gets over time.
Here is the complete list of all fishing rods in Plants vs Brainrots and their upgrades:
| Fishing Rod | Raruty | Effect | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Fishing Rod | Rare | 2% Strength 0% Luck | Free |
| Spinning Fishing Rod | Epic | 4% Strength 0% Luck | Catch 5 fish |
| Casting Fish Rod | Legendary | 6% Strength 5% Luck | Catch 25 fish |
| Fly Fishing Rod | Mythic | 8% Strength 20% Luck | Catch 100 fish |
| Pro Fishing Rod | Godly | 10% Strength 40% Luck | Catch 250 fish |
| Pretty Pink Fishing Rod | Secret | 15% Strength 60% Luck | Catch 1,000 fish |
| Golden Fishing Rod | Forbidden | 50% Strength 75% Luck | Catch 2,500 fish |
The mix of casual drops and milestone rewards gives you something to work toward, no matter how much time you have to play.
The Plants vs Brainrots Fishing Event is a fun way to collect new items and push toward a big unlock. Focus on fishing in bubble zones, work toward that 250 fish milestone, and keep upgrading your rod along the way. The Aquatic Depths biome and its 5 exclusive brainrots make the grind totally worth it.
