Red Dead Redemption 2 Bug Lets Player Easily Catch Legendary Sockeye Salmon

A fortunate player embarked on a journey across half of the Red Dead Redemption 2 map to catch the legendary Sockeye Salmon at its only known fishing spot, only to find that they could pick it up without actually fishing. Given that this particular fish is one of the hardest to catch in the game, many players might feel envious of this lucky gamer.

In Red Dead Redemption 2, players can engage in various activities and side quests. Some are typical of the Wild West setting, such as bounty hunting, while others encourage players to explore breathtaking landscapes and meet intriguing characters. One such quest is "Fisher of Fish," given by Jeremy Gill, who can be found on a short pier along the northeast shore of Flat Iron Lake. He provides players with a map marking the locations of thirteen legendary fish that players can catch once they pinpoint the exact fishing spots.

In a Reddit post, one player detailed their journey across half the map to catch the Sockeye Salmon, located at Lake Isabella. The player anticipated a challenging fishing experience using the best techniques available in Red Dead Redemption 2. However, upon arrival, they found the fish beached on the ice, ready to be picked up.

This anticlimactic outcome prompted other fishing enthusiasts to share their peculiar fishing experiences in Red Dead Redemption 2. One player mentioned a persistent bug in the game that makes catching the Sockeye Salmon easier than usual. Instead of using the lake lure, which is typically the best for this legendary fish, players are encouraged to use the swamp lure. This bug allows players to catch the legendary Sockeye Salmon almost instantly.

Even five years after the game's release, some bugs like this one still exist and are found in other quests as well. For example, bounty hunters have been known to shoot the legendary moose while players are hunting it, and the legendary bison can sometimes be found dead on the prairie. For first-time players, catching these animals fairly is a rewarding part of the critically acclaimed game. However, for those on their second or third playthrough, minor bugs like these can help speed up the lengthy hunting and fishing quests.