Call of the Wild: The Angler Game Update 1.2.7 Introduces New Content, Multiplayer Features, and QoL Improvements

Game Update 1.2.7 for the open-world PC fishing game, Call of the Wild: The Angler, brings a variety of new content, improvements, and bug fixes based on player feedback. Highlights of the update include three new Legendary Fish, Multiplayer Text Chat, expanded character customization options, and various gameplay and quality-of-life enhancements.

Key features:

1. Legendary Fish in the Norway Reserve: Players can now search for three new Legendary Fish, including the Northern Pike (“Kalle Paul the Dominator”), the Atlantic Salmon (“Speilfinne”), and the Burbot (“Store Henrik”).
2. Online Multiplayer Text Chat: This feature allows players to share their favorite fishing spots and angling tips with friends and strangers in the game.

Gameplay and quality-of-life improvements include:

1. The Secure Catch mechanic has been added to enhance the fishing gameplay.
2. Xbox Gamepad Rumble and Vibration have been incorporated into key events to improve the overall fishing experience.
3. Unsuccessful strikes will no longer snap back to the casting pose, allowing the float or lure to remain in the water.
4. Adjustments have been made to the compatibility of baits, lures, and fish species to increase the likelihood of a successful bite, and baiting radius for float fishing has been expanded. Curious fish will now move toward the bait more quickly.
5. Line tension calculations have been improved for a more accurate reading during fish fights.

Progression and stability updates include:

1. The Local Souvenir Shop is now open in Norway, featuring ten new unique cosmetic items.
2. General improvements have been made to VRAM utilization and allocation over time.

Customization and user interface enhancements are as follows:

1. Players now have access to a wider selection of hair colors, beards, and mustaches for character customization.
2. The ability to add markers and labels to maps has been added, enabling players to easily recall the locations of different fish species and ranks in each reserve.

Game Update 1.2.7 for Call of the Wild: The Angler offers players an enriched fishing experience with the introduction of new content, features, and improvements.

Platforms: Microsoft Windows