Mastering the Spider Crab Boss: A Fishing Guide

How to Fish is the name of the game, but taking down your first crabby foe is less about mastering your fishing skills and more about throwing some punches. I won’t bore you with every detail, but I charged at the Spider Crab boss multiple times with just my fists, and let’s just say it didn’t go well. To help you avoid the same fate, here’s how to conquer the Spider Crab in How to Fish.

Your initial task in How to Fish is to complete the sailor’s tutorial quest for a smooth introduction, but as a diligent player, I suggest you take a few extra steps to gear up for the Spider Crab battle:

Picture this: I’m fistfighting a massive, flipping crab with nothing but my bare hands, and it knocked me out twice. It’s a hassle because every time you go down, you’ll need to scrape together enough cash for another drink. I know that grind all too well, but I graduated years ago, and I’m ready to move on.

Taking down the Spider Crab is a breeze with a buddy in co-op, but my first run was solo, which is why I recommend snagging a melee weapon—ideally, the knife. The extra damage makes a significant difference, so keep these tips in mind before you dive back into the fray:

Even on the easiest difficulty, you’ll need to make several passes, dodging in and out for hits while the Spider Crab is dazed, so patience is key. How to Fish is all about leveraging the environment and physics, so make the boss work to reach you and avoid its attacks by positioning yourself on higher ground.

Once you’ve defeated the Spider Crab, collect its remains and deliver them to the old fisherman. He’ll reward you with the keys to his boat as a token of appreciation. Now, it’s time to set sail for the next island, where piranha awaits. After that, you’ll be gearing up to face the Pufferfish boss.