BE A FISH BAIT! is a fishing simulator made by VoidDeckStudios where your job is to become bait, cast your line, catch fish, and build up your aquarium. The more fish you catch and store, the more cash you earn. Then you spend that cash to upgrade your rod, expand your aquarium, and unlock powerful mutations that make rare fish easier to find.

It's a casual, relaxing game with a funny twist—you're literally the bait. Whether you're 10 or 100, the goal is the same: become a fishing empire.

What Is BE A FISH BAIT?

BE A FISH BAIT! is a collection and upgrading game set in an ocean environment. You're not fishing as a person—you're the bait itself, and your job is to attract fish. Once you catch them, you place them in your aquarium, which generates cash over time. That cash funds upgrades to your equipment and unlocks mutations, which are rare variants of fish with special properties.

Your First Few Minutes

  1. Spawn in and find your rod. You'll start with a basic fishing rod in a small area of the ocean.
  2. Cast your line. Use your rod to cast into the water. This is how you attract fish.
  3. Catch your first fish. When a fish bites, follow the on-screen prompts to reel it in successfully.
  4. Return to your aquarium. Walk or swim back to your aquarium area (your safe zone where your fish live).
  5. Place your fish in the aquarium. Drop your caught fish into your aquarium. They'll start generating cash automatically.
  6. Watch your cash grow. Each fish stored in your aquarium produces income over time. Return every few minutes to collect it.
💡 Tip — Don't rush to spend your first cash. Collect a few catches and let your aquarium earn passively before you upgrade.

Core Loop: Catch, Store, Earn

BE A FISH BAIT! repeats the same cycle:

  1. Cast your rod in the ocean to attract fish.
  2. Reel in the fish when it bites, completing the catch.
  3. Return to your aquarium and place the fish inside.
  4. Collect cash that your aquarium generates.
  5. Repeat. The more fish you store, the faster you earn.

Early on, you'll catch common fish frequently. As you progress and unlock mutations, rarer and more valuable fish become available. Valuable fish earn more cash per time period, so upgrading your mutation chances pays off in the long run.

Upgrading Your Rod and Aquarium

Once you've collected some cash, you can spend it on upgrades:

  • Rod upgrades — Better rods cast farther, attract more fish, and help you catch rarer species.
  • Aquarium upgrades — A larger aquarium holds more fish at once, and some upgrades increase the cash each fish generates.

These upgrades are permanent. Focus on expanding your aquarium capacity first so you can store more fish and generate income faster, then upgrade your rod to catch better fish.

💡 Tip — Don't buy every upgrade right away. Plan ahead: bigger aquarium first, then a better rod to fill it with valuable fish.

Finding Rare Fish and Mutations

Mutations are rare, powered-up versions of fish that are much more valuable. To find them, you need to:

  • Complete hidden quests to unlock a secret title that boosts your chances of finding ultra-rare mutations (the game mentions a hidden quest tied to the recent Delulu Update).
  • Unlock mutation abilities by spending cash on mutation upgrades. Each unlock makes certain mutations easier to catch.
  • Fish regularly. The more you cast, the better your odds of landing something special.

The latest update introduced a 0.0009% catch rate for an extremely rare fish—equal odds for everyone, so persistence is key. Even brand-new players have the same shot as veterans, but you need to keep fishing.

Special Events and Features

Delulu Weather is a new dimension you can enter where "delulu is the absolulu solulu" (the game's playful motto). This special weather event changes the fishing environment and what fish are available. Check back when it's active for unique catches.

Auras are cosmetic rewards and power-ups you can unlock. Look for codes (like BAITAURA and 4000LIKES) that the developers release for free auras and other rewards.

💡 Tip — A mysterious island is supposedly coming soon to the game. Keep an eye on updates—new islands usually bring new fish and mutations to discover.

Common Beginner Mistakes

  • Spending cash too fast. Save up to buy bigger aquarium upgrades that earn more cash, not just small rod tweaks.
  • Ignoring the aquarium. Forgetting to place caught fish in your tank means you're not earning cash. Check back often.
  • Not fishing for mutations early. Even if you don't unlock them immediately, keep fishing. The game rewards patience with rare finds.
  • Missing code rewards. Redeem active codes like BAITAURA and 4000LIKES to jump-start your progress with free auras.