BETA UPDATE | Full Map Remaster & Performance Testing
Ultimate Games S.A.
Hello Everyone,
It's finally time to update the beta, which includes all maps, including fully reworked DLC maps. I won’t go into detail here, as everything is covered in the changelog below.
Stage 2 is not available in Playtest. It is available only to all current game owners and includes the remastered DLC versions.
Stage 2 is now primarily focused on performance testing and optimization across the new and updated maps. We’re carefully analyzing stability, framerate, and overall gameplay performance.
We appreciate your help in reporting any bugs you encounter and filling out the feedback surveys. Your input is valuable in helping us polish the experience.
SURVEY ABOUT STAGE 2 & LEVEL EDITOR
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STAGE 2 Limitations
Level Cap was removed (it was limited to 5 in Stage 1) Trophy Lodge DISABLED Multiplayer: DISABLED Save System: Progress between the BETA and standard game is separate - each version uses its own save files, so your progress will not transfer between them. The only exception here is that you can load Cloud Saves in BETA, but progress made there will not override anything in the default game.
STAGE 3 - What’s Left
We’re currently working on:
A brand-new Trophy Lodge The Aquarium DLC (this one is a serious upgrade) New boats Implementation of new fishing equipment and models (99% of the models are already finished!) Introducing new fish species across all maps
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UI/UX improvements Brake system adjustments and fixes New graphics settings to ensure full compatibility with the Remaster changes
Finally, we’ll tackle the two most challenging tasks:
Restoring full VR functionality Rebuilding the Level Editor
The Level Editor is currently non-functional and requires a complete rebuild. It is a complex system, especially since less than 0.5% of UFS players used it, but we know it matters to some of you and want to handle it properly. Your voice matters here. If you tell us it is not needed, we will focus on other aspects. It is up to you, so you can vote in the survey about this.
And besides all of that…
A brand-new DLC set in Italy will be revealed soon! Venture to a stunning Italian lake, dive into mysterious sunken ruins, and reel in rare catches like the Southern Pike and Italian Barbel in this unforgettable DLC adventure.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2495880/Ultimate_Fishing_Simulator__Italy_DLC/
Tight Lines,
Ultimate Fishing Team
HOW TO PLAY
Via Steam Beta Branch
Changelog | Stage 2:
Technical Updates
Updated Weather System (new dynamic transitions & improved effects handling) Updated Water System (improved surface behavior, lighting & consistency across maps) Added new boats to selected maps (full rollout to all locations coming soon) Ongoing environment optimization across remastered levels
Full Map Remaster
Almost every location has been rebuilt from the ground up. Each map received updated terrain work, refreshed assets, new environmental audio, and improved weather effects - including dynamic phenomena such as the Aurora Borealis on selected northern maps.
Remastered Locations:
Betty Lake Powell Lake St. Zeno's Lakes Baikal Lake Atchafalaya Basin Uvac River Pinas Bay
DLC Locations:
Moraine Lake Kariba Dam Greenland Amazon River Japan Thailand Taupo Lake Florida
New 3D Equipment Models
A massive visual refresh of fishing gear – fully remodeled rods, reels, lines, and floats. For some models, we will change the names later to better align with "logic."
New Spinning Rod Models
DAKINO MAX-65 DAKINO MAX-75 DAKINO MAX-85 DAKINO DXP DAKINO DXR DAKINO DXS DAKINO DV-G40 DAKINO DV-G50 DAKINO DV-G60 KUBOT S-104 KUBOT S-204 KUBOT S-304 OKENA BR OKENA BS OKENA BT
New Casting Rod Models
DAKINO AGH-175 DAKINO AGH-275 DAKINO AGH-375 DEEPX AGH-S400 DAKINO DM-P60 DAKINO DM-P70 DAKINO DM-P80 DEEPX DM-S100 DAKINO MA-V DAKINO MA-VI DAKINO MA-VII DEEPX MA-SEI DEEPX SEATIP-50
New Spinning Reel Models
DAKINO ZAM-F10 DAKINO ZAM-F20 DAKINO ZAM-F30 DAKINO ZAM-F40 DAKINO ZAM-F50 DAKINO ZAM-F60 OKENA K-03X OKENA K-06X DAKINO SL-I DAKINO SL-II DAKINO SL-III DAKINO CA-T50 DAKINO CA-T60 DAKINO FD-100 DAKINO FD-200 DAKINO FD-300 DAKINO FD-400 DAKINO FD-500
New Fishing Line Models
OKENA TTU-X OKENA TTU-XI OKENA TTU-XII OKENA TTU-XIII OKENA TTU-XIV KUBOT J-15 KUBOT J-25 KUBOT J-35 KUBOT J-45 KUBOT J-55 OKENA FL-531 OKENA FL-532 OKENA FL-533 OKENA FL-534 OKENA FL-535 DEEPX SEA-DG100 DEEPX SEA-Y100 DEEPX SEA-G100 DEEPX SEA-W100 DAKINO FLY-F10 DAKINO FLY-F20 DAKINO FLY-F30 DAKINO FLY-F40 DAKINO FLY-F50 DAKINO FLY-F60
New Float Models
DAKINO G-615 DAKINO G-620 DAKINO G-625 DAKINO JAX-2 DAKINO JAX-3 DAKINO JAX-4 DAKINO STY-E80 DAKINO STY-E85 DAKINO STY-E90 OKENA THM OKENA THN OKENA THO DAKINO ZIG-22E DAKINO ZIG-22F DAKINO ZIG-22G
Audio
Integrated Environment Audio System Added new ambient & enviro sound effects Added new splash/water footsteps Separated overwater and underwater sound systems
User Interface & Settings
Added new loading screens (splash, tutorial, fisheries, DLC logos) Refactored render targets (items, background, reel) Improved loading optimizations
This update focuses heavily on visual consistency, environmental immersion, and a complete refresh of core fishing equipment.
This announcement was originally published by Ultimate Games S.A. on Steam on Feb 21, 2026.
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