If you’ve just logged into Fisch after the Drylands update, the amount of new content can feel overwhelming. There’s a brand-new desert region, an entirely different way to fish, fossils to uncover, weather that actually changes gameplay, and even a gigantic creature roaming beneath the sand.
I spent some time going through everything added in the update, and honestly, this feels much bigger than a normal weekly content drop. Instead of simply adding more fish, the developers introduced a new progression system that encourages exploration and rewards players for sticking with the new questline.
Here’s everything you need to know before jumping into the Drylands.
Fisch Drylands Update Guide – Terrosunder, Rods, Codes
The Drylands update introduces a massive desert biome where players can explore dunes, uncover fossils, complete quests, experience unique weather events, and collect brand-new rewards.
Unlike the ocean-focused areas we’ve had before, the Drylands revolves around sand fishing instead of traditional water fishing. Many of the update’s mechanics are exclusive to this region, making it worth visiting even if you’re already at the endgame.
The biggest additions include:
- New Drylands desert area
- Paleontologist Petri questline
- Sand Sifter mechanic
- Fossil collection system
- Terrosunder roaming world threat
- New rods
- New enchantment
- New companion
- Desert weather events
- Fourth of July limited-time event
- New redeem codes
Explore the New Drylands Desert
The Drylands is a huge desert packed with hidden secrets rather than a simple fishing location.
While exploring you’ll come across:
- Large sand dunes
- Ancient fossil sites
- Hidden collectibles
- Quest locations
- Weather-specific fishing spots
The desert encourages exploration instead of standing in one place fishing for hours. Every trip across the dunes can lead to something new.
Meet Paleontologist Petri
One of the first NPCs you’ll want to find is Paleontologist Petri.
Petri introduces the main questline for the Drylands expansion.
Throughout the quests you’ll help uncover ancient mysteries buried beneath the desert while unlocking various rewards along the way.
Instead of being a short one-time mission, this questline serves as the main progression system for the update. Completing more objectives gradually reveals additional secrets hidden within the Drylands.
If you’re wondering where to start after entering the new area, speaking with Petri should be your first priority.
Sand Fishing Explained
Perhaps the coolest feature in this update is Sand Fishing.
Rather than casting into water, you’ll now throw your line directly into sand dunes.
To do this you’ll need the Sand Sifter.
Once equipped, the Sand Sifter lets you search beneath the desert surface where you’ll uncover prehistoric creatures and ancient fossils instead of normal fish.
This creates an entirely new collection category separate from your traditional fishing journal.
If you’ve already completed most ocean collections, Sand Fishing gives you something fresh to work toward.
How the Sand Sifter Works
The Sand Sifter is the key tool that unlocks Sand Fishing.
With it equipped you can:
- Fish directly in sand
- Discover fossilized creatures
- Collect prehistoric species
- Progress through Drylands content
Without it, you’ll miss one of the biggest mechanics introduced in this update.
Terrosunder Roams the Desert
While exploring the Drylands, don’t assume you’re alone.
A gigantic prehistoric creature known as Terrosunder travels beneath the desert.
The developers describe it as a massive predator that tunnels under the dunes, making exploration far more dangerous than normal fishing zones.
Although its full purpose hasn’t been revealed yet, the update hints that players may eventually discover a way to awaken its true form.
That strongly suggests Terrosunder will become an even bigger part of future Drylands progression.
For now, keep an eye on your surroundings whenever you’re exploring the desert.
New Desert Weather Events
The Drylands has its own weather system, and it actually affects gameplay.
Dust Storms
Dust Storms are dangerous, but they’re also worth chasing.
During these storms you’ll have better opportunities to find exclusive catches while benefiting from increased fishing luck.
If you’re trying to complete the new collections quickly, these storms are worth waiting for.
Torrential Rain
Occasionally the Drylands experiences heavy rain that floods the normally dry clay pans.
This temporarily changes available fishing locations and allows different creatures to appear.
Because fish availability changes depending on weather, checking current conditions before farming is a smart habit.
New Rods Added in the Update
The Drylands expansion introduces two new rods.
Marrow Rod
The Marrow Rod is one of the craftable rods introduced with the update.
Players will need to gather the required crafting materials before adding it to their collection.
Terratrapper Rod
The second new rod is the Terratrapper Rod.
Like the Marrow Rod, it must be crafted rather than purchased immediately.
Both rods are designed around the Drylands progression system and are among the main long-term rewards for players exploring the desert.
New Dune Enchantment
A brand-new enchantment called Dune has also been added.
Its biggest advantage is that it allows players to perform Sand Fishing using almost any rod instead of relying on limited equipment.
This gives players much more flexibility when hunting fossils and prehistoric creatures.
New Companion Reward
Players can also unlock the Terrascuttler Companion.
While progressing through the Drylands content, this companion becomes another collectible reward that joins you during your adventures.
If you’re someone who likes collecting companions, this one is definitely worth working toward.
Fourth of July Event
Alongside the Drylands expansion, Fisch also launched a limited-time Independence Day celebration.
During the event you can participate in:
- Patriot Shark Hunts
- Catch limited festive fish
- Visit the Liberty-themed event area
- Earn exclusive event rewards
Since it’s a seasonal event, it’s worth completing before it disappears.
Companion Buffs and Quality of Life Changes
The update isn’t only about new content.
Several companions received buffs to make them more useful.
Changes include:
- Beak Bill now provides better Rain Luck.
- Penguin Pal freezes more often and keeps enemies frozen for longer.
- Silly Seal now triggers faster and stronger bites while also consuming more catches.
The developers also added timers to important event characters, making it easier to know when activities become available.
These improvements aren’t game-changing individually, but together they make everyday gameplay feel smoother.
Fisch Drylands Update Codes
Don’t forget to redeem the latest codes before they expire.
| Code | Reward |
|---|---|
| DRYLANDSFIRE | Free rewards |
| HAPPY4TH | Event rewards |
Codes can expire without notice, so it’s always a good idea to redeem them as soon as possible.
The Drylands update feels like one of Fisch’s biggest expansions in a while. Instead of simply adding another island with new fish, it introduces an entirely new gameplay loop centered around exploration, fossils, weather, and Sand Fishing.
Personally, the Sand Sifter mechanic is the standout feature. Fishing directly in the desert is a fun twist on the usual gameplay, and it gives longtime players something genuinely different to grind for. Add in the mysterious Terrosunder roaming beneath the dunes and Petri’s questline slowly uncovering the desert’s secrets, and the update has enough content to keep players busy well beyond the first day.
If you’re wondering where to spend your time, focus on Petri’s quests first, keep an eye out for Dust Storms, and don’t forget to redeem the current codes before they’re gone.