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How to Fish mods: Thunderstore and BepInEx setup

The How to Fish community has a Thunderstore category with downloadable packages. For most players, a mod manager is the simplest starting point; manual BepInEx setup is an alternative. Check each package’s dependencies and game-version notes before installing.

Listings checked September 29, 2026 · Community content, not developer-endorsed

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How do I install How to Fish mods with Thunderstore?

Select the game in a Thunderstore-compatible manager, create a profile, then install a package from its listing. The manager handles declared dependencies. Launch through the modded profile and test one package at a time. Package authors may require extra steps; read the package page rather than assuming that every plugin works the same way.

  1. STEP 1

    Choose How to Fish

    Open its Thunderstore category and select a compatible manager.

  2. STEP 2

    Create a profile

    Keep a separate unmodded profile for comparison and recovery.

  3. STEP 3

    Read the package page

    Check dependencies, game-version notes, controls and recent changes.

  4. STEP 4

    Install and test

    Launch through the profile; add packages one at a time if troubleshooting.

How do I install BepInEx manually?

The BepInEx installation guide says to choose a build matching the game, extract it beside the executable, then run the game once to create configuration files and logs. For this game, the ConsoleMod author’s manual instructions specify BepInEx 5.4.23.5 x64 and the inner folder containing How to Fish.exe. Verify that requirement against the package you are actually installing; do not assume one version fits every mod.

Before changing files: keep a copy of your saves and game folder, and note which files each package installs. Modded co-op can depend on the host and players having compatible versions; follow each author’s instructions.

Which community packages have public source pages?

These are examples with direct Thunderstore listings, not a “verified safe” ranking. Features below are attributed to package authors. This site has not tested their binaries or current compatibility.

Interface · by evansvl

ModMenu

The author describes an in-game settings screen for installed BepInEx mods.

Check the package compatibility notes before installing.

Read package page

Console · by Newbies

ConsoleMod

The author describes a community command console with built-in diagnostics.

This is a community plugin, not an official developer console.

Read package page

Cheat/Trainer · by YVL

HowToFishCheatMenu

The author lists money, movement and hosted-save controls.

The author says to use networked controls only in a solo save or a session you host.

Read package page

Why are my mods or BepInEx not loading?

First confirm that the game launches unmodded. Then compare the game version, BepInEx build and package dependency list; inspect BepInEx/LogOutput.txt after launch. The official BepInEx troubleshooting guide covers missing core files, incorrect builds and console logging. Test with one package before restoring the rest of your profile.

We cannot guarantee that a community mod is safe, works on Steam Deck, preserves achievements or leaves saves unchanged. Treat those claims as unconfirmed unless you can verify them for your own version and setup.

Frequently asked questions

How do I install How to Fish mods through Thunderstore?

Choose How to Fish in a Thunderstore-compatible mod manager, create a profile, install a package and its listed dependencies, then launch the game through that profile. Check the package page for author-specific instructions.

Where does BepInEx go for a manual install?

Follow the BepInEx documentation for the correct build and extract it to the folder containing the game executable. Run the game once to generate configuration and logs before adding a compatible plugin.

Why is a BepInEx plugin not loading?

Check that the BepInEx build matches the game, inspect its log, confirm the package dependencies, and compare the package's stated game-version compatibility. The official BepInEx troubleshooting guide covers missing core files and wrong entry points.

Are all How to Fish mods safe or achievement-compatible?

We cannot guarantee either. Community package descriptions are author claims, not a security audit or game-developer endorsement. Back up saves and read recent compatibility reports before use.