To fish with Big the Cat in Sonic Frontiers, locate a fishing portal marked by a fish icon on your map. Interact with it, pay the required Purple Coins, and then aim your reticle over schools of fish in the pond. When a fish bites and the bob sinks, press the designated button to reel it in, then press it again when the thin white line is within the large red area to successfully catch your target.
How to Fish with Big the Cat
Big the Cat, a recognizable purple feline, hosts the fishing mini-game in Sonic Frontiers. These fishing spots are specific locations on each island, denoted by a fish icon on your map, and are not found everywhere. Upon initiating the mini-game, Big will provide a brief tutorial. To participate, you must spend Purple Coins, which are found throughout the game world. The cost of fishing increases as you progress to new islands, reaching eight Purple Coins per attempt on the final island, though the rewards also scale proportionally.
The fishing mini-game is straightforward. After paying the Purple Coins, you’ll aim a reticle around the pond, positioning it over visible schools of fish. Once you’ve cast your line, you’ll wait for a bite. When the bobber sinks underwater, quickly press the indicated button (e.g., X on PlayStation) to begin reeling. A second press is required to successfully catch the target; this must occur when a thin white line aligns within a larger red area on the screen. For rare, sparkling fish, you may need to perform this alignment multiple times. Successfully caught fish and other items convert into special Fish Tokens, also referred to as green “treasure tokens,” which can be redeemed at Big’s shop for various collectibles and progression items.
Acquiring Purple Coins and Starfall Events
Purple Coins are essential for accessing Big the Cat’s fishing mini-game. There are two primary methods for obtaining these coins:
- Scattered on the Map: Purple Coins can be found individually scattered across the islands.
- Starfall Events: The most efficient way to acquire a large quantity of Purple Coins is during a Starfall Event. These events occur randomly at night in-game. During a Starfall, items will fall from the sky. Collecting these items grants you a single spin on a special slot wheel that appears. By pressing up on the directional pad (or its PC equivalent), you can stop the wheels. Lining up identical symbols on the slot machine will reward you with significant amounts of Purple Coins. While highly effective, the random nature and long in-game days mean Starfall Events are not always readily available.
Fishing Mechanics and Rewards
The fishing mini-game’s mechanics are consistent across all islands, though the difficulty and rewards vary. Beyond fish, you can also reel in special items. These include Hermit and Elder Scrolls, which act as fast travel items to their respective Koco on that specific island. Each island’s fishing spot has its own unique scrolls. Treasure chests, appearing as either normal or golden varieties, can also be caught. Normal chests provide one ticket, while golden chests yield three tickets, each redeemable in the fishing shop for one free item.
The Fish Tokens you earn from fishing can be exchanged at Big’s shop for various items that aid in game progression or provide additional lore.
| Item Type | Description | Recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| Portal Gears | Essential for unlocking Cyber Space levels. | Recommended for story progression. |
| Chaos Emerald Vault Keys | Necessary to obtain Chaos Emeralds. | Recommended for story progression. |
| Egg Memos | Lore items, similar to audio logs, providing background on Eggman. | Good for players interested in story. |
| Memory Tokens | Common collectibles in the game world. | Generally not recommended to buy, as they are plentiful. |
| Scrolls | Fast travel items to Elder or Hermit Koco on the current island. | Useful for efficient traversal. |
| Free Item Tickets | Redeemable for one free item from Big’s shop. | Can be valuable depending on what you need. |
Fishing Locations and Catches
Big the Cat’s fishing portals are available on most islands in Sonic Frontiers, with the notable exception of Rhea Island. Each fishing spot offers a unique selection of fish and other items, contributing to a “catch completion” meter, which adds to your Fish-o-pedia.
| Island | Fishing Spot Location | Example Catches (not exhaustive) |
|---|---|---|
| Kronos Island | Specific pond location on Kronos Island. | Gourami, Loach, Medaka, Crayfish, Tadpole |
| Ares Island | Specific pond location on Ares Island. | Clownfish, Squid, Seahorse, Carp, Snapping Turtle |
| Chaos Island | Specific pond location on Chaos Island. | Salmon, Flounder, Anglerfish, Octopus, Pufferfish |
| Ouranos Island | Specific pond location on Ouranos Island. | Crab, Alligator, Black B (partial name from source) |
The variety of fish ranges from small, common aquatic life like Gourami and Medaka to larger, more unique creatures such as Snapping Turtles, Octopuses, and even Alligators. Rare, sparkling fish may require more effort to reel in but often yield better rewards.
FAQ
Where can I find Big the Cat to go fishing? Big the Cat can be found at special portals scattered throughout each of Sonic Frontiers’ islands, marked by a fish icon on your map.
How do I get Purple Coins for fishing? Purple Coins can be found around the maps or gained in large quantities from the slot machine during Starfall Events at night. Starfall Events are the most effective way to get them quickly.
What do I get from fishing besides fish? Besides various fish, you can catch special items like Hermit and Elder Scrolls, which enable fast travel to Koco, and treasure chests (normal or golden) that contain tickets for free items from Big’s shop.
Do I need a special fishing rod to fish? No, you do not need a special fishing rod item. The fishing mini-game is initiated directly at Big the Cat’s specific fishing spots.
Are there any islands where I cannot fish? Yes, Sonic cannot go fishing on Rhea Island. Fishing spots are available on Kronos, Ares, Chaos, and Ouranos Islands.