The wait is almost over—Fishing Frenzy will launch Phase 2 in March, bringing a wave of exciting new features, a deeper player-driven economy, and enhanced gameplay mechanics. After a successful Phase 1, which saw 450,000 players, 35,000 DAU, and $160,000 in revenue, the team at Uncharted is now ready to take things to the next level.

While Phase 1 introduced the core fishing mechanics and leaderboards, Phase 2 marks the start of a true web3 economy within the game, where players can trade, collect, and compete in new ways. The Uncharted Waters campaign will kick things off, but there's plenty more to look forward to.

What's New in Fishing Frenzy Phase 2?

The next phase of Fishing Frenzy isn't just an update—it's an expansion that makes the game more immersive. Here are the major features coming in Phase 2:

Rods & Shiny Fish: A New Era of Collecting

  • Players will be able to mint, trade, and open chests to obtain NFT rods.
  • Special NFT rods have a chance to catch Shiny Fish, which will play a crucial role in the game's ecosystem.
  • But rods won't last forever—they can break and will require repairs, adding a layer of strategy to the game. 

Cooking & The Power of Sashimi

  • Players will be able to cook their fish into sashimi.
  • Sashimi can be sold for Pearls, which can then be used to spin the wheel for valuable rewards.
  • Future updates will expand on the cooking system, making it an essential part of the gameplay loop.

Battlepass & VIP System

  • A new Battlepass will be introduced, allowing players to earn exclusive rewards.
  • The VIP system will provide multipliers, special NFTs, and more ways to earn Frenzy Points.

Frenzy Points: Your Ticket to $FISH Rewards

  • Players can earn Frenzy Points through various in-game activities, such as:
    • Competing on Fishing & Cooking leaderboards
    • Spinning the Wheel of Fortune
    • Unlocking VIP levels
    • Completing Battlepass challenges
  • Note that Frenzy Points will convert into $FISH tokens, which will play a major role in the future of Fishing Frenzy.
  • The developers have also confirmed that there will be at least two seasons of Frenzy Points, with Season 1 having the smallest allocation of $FISH.

How Will the Player-Driven Economy Work?

At the heart of Fishing Frenzy's vision is an economy that rewards active players. In a blog post, the team introduced several key economic loops that will drive the game forward in Phase 2:

  • Fishing → Cooking → Pearls → Spin Wheel → Frenzy Points → $FISH
  • Fishing → Selling Fish → Gold → Buying Equipment / Upgrades
  • Fishing → Catching Scales → Unlocking Pets
  • Opening Chests → Earning Rods, Bonuses, and Leaderboard Rewards
  • VIP & Battlepass → Earning Exclusive NFTs & Frenzy Points

These systems ensure that every player has multiple pathways to progress, whether they're focused on casual gameplay, competitive leaderboard climbing, or economic strategy.

Phase 1 Recap: A Strong Start

According to Uncharted, Phase 1 of Fishing Frenzy proved that a cozy, skill-based RPG with web3 mechanics could attract a passionate and engaged player base. The numbers speak for themselves:

  • 8.8 million installs
  • 450,000 unique players (excluding bots)
  • 35,000 daily active users
  • 38% Day-1 retention, 19% Day-7 retention, 8% Day-90 retention
  • 12,000 on-chain spenders
  • $160,000 in revenue

These results validated the core gameplay loop, but also highlighted some areas for improvement, as players wanted more content, more progression, and deeper collection mechanics. That's what Phase 2 seeks to deliver.

Will Players Still Need an Access Code?

In the 1st phase, players could only enter the game by getting an access code. This helped maintain a controlled launch, but it's unclear if Phase 2 will follow the same model.

Regardless, the team has confirmed that Phase 2 will be much larger, meaning a broader player base may be welcomed into the game.

The Bigger Picture: What's Next for Fishing Frenzy?

While Phase 2 is a huge step forward, it's not the final version of Fishing Frenzy. The developers at Uncharted have made it clear that they're taking a flexible approach to development. Instead of a fixed roadmap, they've introduced a vision map, which highlights some of the exciting features planned for the future (see above). Some of these include guild battles, land ownership, potential integration with Gangster Arena, and more.