There are dozens of fish to catch in Stardew Valley, and as the year goes on, gamers will see that as the seasons change, so do the fish in the sea - and other bodies of water, for that matter. The 
Sunfish is one of the many fish that appear in Stardew Valley. Even though it doesn't sell for much, it is used to complete a Community Center bundle and can be a great way to earn some income during players' first year.
How to Catch All Legendary Fish in Stardew Valley
This guide breaks down the locations and tips for catching all Legendary Fish in Stardew Valley.
Regardless of players' reasons to want to catch a Sunfish in Stardew Valley, this guide has got them covered. Here, gamers will learn the most important information to get a Sunfish while fishing in Stardew Valley.
How to Get a Sunfish in Stardew Valley
Players will be able to catch a Sunfish as soon as they get the Fishing Pole in Stardew Valley, as it's available right in the Spring. Without Magic Bait, gamers can catch Sunfish in Stardew Valley by fishing in the river on windy or sunny days during the Spring and Summer between 6 AM and 7 PM. Alternatively, Sunfish is also a catch at Riverlands Farm, Forest Farm, and Hill-top Farm.
Sunfish tend to be a relatively easy catch when fishing by the river. However, they have a temper that may vary. Nevertheless, here's what gamers can expect when a Sunfish bites the end of their pole.
However, fishing isn't the only way to get Sunfish in Stardew Valley. Players can visit the Traveling Cart on Fridays and Sundays, check trash cans, especially during lucky days, or receive it from a pet cat with maximum friendship.
What to Do With the Sunfish in Stardew Valley
Should You Sell the Sunfish in Stardew Valley?
The Sunfish is required to complete the River Fish Bundle in the Community Center's Fish Tank. So, gamers should always make sure that they save a Sunfish for the room unless they're playing the JojaMart route.
When it comes to gifting, villagers either hate it, dislike it, or feel neutral towards it, so it's a waste to give it to someone. However, it may be useful for cooking, as Sunfish can be used to make Baked Fish in Stardew Valley, which is a recipe taught on Summer 7 during The Queen of Sauce programme. It restores 33 Health and 75 Energy.
In terms of selling it, it depends on the fish's quality, players' professions, and whether players choose to process it or not. The Sunfish's base price is 30g. However, it can be sold for up to 60g if it's Iridium quality, and if players get the Angler profession at Fishing Level 10, each Sunfish will be worth 90g. Alternatively, gamers can turn Sunfish into roe and age it until it's worth 146g.
Stardew Valley
- Released
- February 26, 2016
WHERE TO PLAY
- ESRB
- E for Everyone (Fantasy Violence, Mild Blood, Mild Language, Simulated Gambling, Use of Alcohol and Tobacco)
- Developer(s)
- ConcernedApe
- Publisher(s)
- ConcernedApe
- Engine
- Proprietary
- Multiplayer
- Local Multiplayer, Online Multiplayer
- Cross-Platform Play
- Stardew Valley does not currently support crossplay between different consoles and PC
- Cross Save
- cross-progression is only available between the PC and mobile versions of the game
- Number of Players
- 1-4
- Split Screen Orientation
- Vertical or Horizontal
- Steam Deck Compatibility
- Verified
- Genre(s)
- RPG, Simulation
- OpenCritic Rating
- Mighty
- Local Co-Op Support
- 1-4 Players
- How Long To Beat
- 53 Hours
- X|S Optimized
- No
- File Size Xbox Series
- 1 GB (November 2023)
