Highlands Fishing expands Farming Simulator 25 with a fresh map, a new crop, and full aquaculture systems — adding new production chains, buildings, and construction projects that let your farm diversify and increase revenue. Read on for a closer look.
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Pre-order Highlands Fishing now to receive a 10% discount before release on November 4th. If you already own the Season Pass, the expansion will unlock automatically on launch day.
Build a Castle!
Kinlaig Needs Restoration
Kinlaig features two castles: one stands guard by the shore, while the other lies in ruin atop a hill. As part of the new construction projects, you can gather and deliver the necessary resources to rebuild the hillside ruin and restore it to its former grandeur.
Reconstruction is a multi-stage endeavour: deliver materials, manage logistics, and watch the structure take shape. Complete the project and the town will reward you with prestige — and the chance to figuratively crown yourself ruler of Kinlaig.
If historic restorations aren’t your priority, you can invest in productive infrastructure instead — for example, a windmill that both decorates the landscape and functions as a processing facility.
Once finished, the windmill processes harvested grain into flour, forming the first step of a longer production chain and creating new commercial opportunities for your farm.
New Products & Production Chains
Very Fishy…
Building the castle or windmill requires new resources beyond the familiar sawmill outputs. Highlands Fishing introduces a quarry and stonemason for heavy stone production, and additional facilities to produce roofing materials and other construction needs.
The expansion also adds a new crop, onions, and brings fishing into the wider production ecosystem. A notable addition is the fish feed factory: combine vegetable oil (sunflower, olive, canola, or rice), wheat, and soybeans to produce fish food — an essential input for aquaculture operations. You’ll also find new local selling points around town.
New Buildings & Decorative Options
Beautify Your Lands
Beyond machines and factories, Highlands Fishing adds a range of placeable buildings and decorations. Build a cozy settlement of log cabins, add yard ornaments, or expand your tool sheds and garages with charming details to match your farm’s character.
New tree species, shrubs, and meadow variants appear in the construction menu so you can plant attractive, natural-looking surroundings. The map also receives seasonal decorations — expect themed lighting and ornaments for events like Halloween and Christmas.
Want to See More?
Watch the pre-release show for a detailed tour.
Tune into the Pre-Release Show on Thursday, October 30th at 6:00 PM CET for an in-depth look at Kinlaig and the expansion’s features. The show will stream live on Twitch and YouTube.
Senior Gameplay Programmer & Lead Integrator Stefan Maurus will cover machines and systems, while 3D Artist Vanessa Weidmann will walk through the map edits and artistic changes since Kinlaig was last shown at FarmCon and Gamescom.
Ready to Fish?
Highlands Fishing enables scaled-up fishing businesses: fish-breeding facilities, offshore aqua farms, feed production, and transport boats let you build a full aquaculture operation alongside crops, livestock, and forestry.
Pre-order to receive a 10% discount, or purchase the Year 1 Season Pass to get the expansion plus three additional packs. Highlands Fishing launches on November 4th for PC and consoles.
The Year 1 Season Pass bundles three content packs plus the expansion, offering savings versus buying each item individually. The pass grants immediate access to each pack as it releases.
