Expansive Worlds, a creative division within Avalanche Studios Group, is excited to reveal the next DLC for the open-world fishing game Call of the Wild: The Angler: the Japan Reserve! Experience the unspoiled natural beauty of Kamuibetsu National Park in Hokkaido, a true angler’s paradise featuring 15 brand-new and unique species, including the Feral Koi and Chum Salmon. Take on new missions and challenges for exciting rewards, and learn about Kamuibetsu’s history in a new main storyline.

The Japan Reserve DLC will launch on October 29 for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and PC via the Epic Games Store and Microsoft Store for 9.99 USD|9.99 EUR|9.99 GBP. It will be available on PC via Steam for 9.99 USD|9.75 EUR|8.50 GBP.

Additionally, a free update will be available for all players next week, introducing new variations for a variety of fish species, including the Burbot, Wels Catfish, and Kokanee Salmon, featuring different colorings, scars, and more. These variations will ensure that no two catches are the same! And also starting October 24, be sure to look out for ghostly sightings in the waters as Halloween arrives at Golden Ridge Reserve with a new themed mini-game and seasonal cosmetics.

Japan Reserve DLC Key Features:

  • Explore a Fishing Paradise: Discover an angler’s dream in Kamuibetsu National Park in Hokkaido, Japan’s northernmost major island. Immerse yourself in the vibrant calm of autumn while searching for the perfect fishing spots across a vast wilderness of beautiful lakes, clear mountain springs, dense forests, winding rivers, and a towering volcano.
  • Catch 15 Brand-New Species: Reel in 19 diverse species, 15 of which are totally unique to the Japan Reserve, including the iconic Feral Koi, Amur Catfish, and Northern Japanese Snakehead, as well as an elusive new crustacean: the Japanese Freshwater Crab!
  • Tackle New Story Missions & Challenges: Learn about Kamuibetsu’s history and join the locals in planting seeds for the future in a brand-new main storyline. Complete fishing challenges, find hidden caches and collectibles, and capture various locations on camera in the new photo mission to earn bonus rewards.
  • Fish With Friends: Share the joy of fishing with others! Japan Reserve owners can invite anyone who owns the base game of Call of the Wild: The Angler to play the new Japan Reserve together for free. This offer also extends to other in-game reserves.

Call of the Wild: The Angler is an open-world fishing game that captures the challenge of the catch with the freedom to explore vast environments by boat, off-road vehicle, or foot, solo or in online co-op multiplayer for up to 12 players. Choose from a wide range of rods, reels, tackles, and lures as you immerse yourself in authentic fish fights and learn about different species’ habits, preferences and traits. Originally released in 2022, Call of the Wild: The Angler continues to receive new updates, improvements and content, including new reserves to explore, as well as new gameplay features, gear, cosmetics and more.

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