How to Avoid Anglerfish in Outer Wilds: Tips and Strategies
Warning: This article contains spoilers about Outer Wilds, a survival and exploration game developed by Mobius Digital.
Outer Wilds, a thought-provoking and challenging puzzle game, has taken the gaming community by storm with its unique blend of exploration and mystery. One of the most distinctive features of the game is the presence of elusive creatures called anglerfish that inhabit the solar system of Hypnos. These creatures are essential for progress, but they can also hinder exploration if not handled properly.
Are you struggling to avoid these bloodthirsty predators? Wondering how to navigate the vast terrain without getting caught? Stay with us as we delve into our guide on how to avoid anglerfish in Outer Wilds.
Anglerfish, as their name implies, have an uncanny attraction to glowing bodies. They are drawn towards lumen (glowing life signs) and will relentlessly follow any creature emitting this resonance. When they catch up to the targeted individual, they will latch their tentacles and drain the life, leading to a swift demise.
With the exception of the Sunbeam crew, most creatures in the game serve as food for these anglerfish. However, by understanding their predator behavior and habitat, you can develop evasive tactics to avoid these finicky foes.
Key features to know about anglerfish:
- Landing: Anglerfish can target their prey from a small radius around their own station (or "nest");
- Pursuit radius: When engaged, anglerfish tend to pursue their prey within 25-30 units (15-20 meters) from themselves;
- Speed comparison: Anglerfish move surprisingly quickly, with a average cruise speed around 5-15 m/s (15 to 30 km/h);
Terrain exploitation:** They tend to avoid uneven, complex terrain, preferring shallow areas or open spaces
Here are some fundamental stances to avoid anglerfish incursions:
- Maintaining a healthy distance: Keep a safe edge when encountering potential prey- fish;
- Avoid noise pollution: Keep your ship/sailings quiet to minimize echos that might attract unwanted customers
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Terrain traversal: Prioritize traversible, uneven terrain to reduce flat zones, thereby minimizing the risk.
To minimize the risk of encountering deadly foes: - Keep sharp: Keep your wits & radar focused on the surroundings’ every nuance;
Mastering the Art of Evasives |
Advanced Proximate Maneuvering
When evasion techniques aren’t enough – because they’re too close for ease! – it’s time for last-second acrobatics:
| **Flail to Gain Distance** | Use **rapid, targeted rotations** to create a (safe) distance buffer
|+ Use **sharp-edged surfaces** to deflect/can the attack |
(Your choice of terrain influences escape route)
| **Aborted Frenzy Retreats** | **Quick navigation (Ctrl + Shift); zoom; and re-calibrate radar** to re-trench from the threat(s).
|+ **Precautionary measures**: **Muting/Disabling unwanted crew/ship** |
to minimize noise footprint)
| **Tails as Cover** |
Convenience comes at a time in crisis: **Utilization** **of terrain contours as shielding**.• For further survival tips you should refer to the official Outerwild’s game wiki or other trusted platform guides, as they provide insightful approaches, strategies, and walk-throughs for the game with regard to anglerish navigation, evasive maneuvers with examples.