Water You Doing Guides & Tutorials
Everything you need to survive the chaos — from first launch to mastering your crew's survival aboard a sinking ship.
Welcome to the Water You Doing? guides hub. Whether you are just starting out with a broken boat and rough waters ahead, or you are a seasoned captain looking to refine your fishing and harpoon techniques, these guides will help you navigate every challenge the sea throws at you.
Your ship is your lifeline — and its worst enemy. Every collision, every wave, and every sea mine threatens to send you straight to the depths. The guides below cover the skills you need to stay afloat, earn coins, and eventually reach Nurwa.
Getting Started
New to the game? Start with our Getting Started guide for a complete walkthrough of the first hour, including basic controls, your initial objectives, and what to prioritise before venturing into open waters.
Core Mechanics
The game revolves around a tight loop of survival tasks that constantly overlap. When you are not fishing to earn coins, you are patching holes in the hull, dodging hazards, and coordinating with your crew. The guides below break down each major system:
- Fishing & Earning Coins — How to catch fish, sell your catch, and buy the items that keep your boat from sinking.
- Boat Repair Guide — A detailed walkthrough of the repair system, what materials you need, and how to prioritise patches.
- Harpoon System — Your primary tool against physics-defying obstacles. Learn how to aim, fire, and upgrade your harpoons.
Multiplayer & Teamwork
Water You Doing? is at its best when played with friends. coordinating roles and keeping each other alive is the key to reaching Nurwa.
- Co-op Multiplayer — How to invite friends, share responsibilities aboard the ship, and revive fallen crew members.
- Golden Fish Revival — What happens when a crewmate goes down, and how to bring them back using the rare Golden Fish.
Why These Guides Matter
This game is chaotic by design. Physics do not care about your plans, sea mines appear without warning, and your boat is always one bad collision away from taking on water. Reading these guides before playing will save you hours of frustration and help you enjoy what makes this game special — the beautiful, hilarious mess of surviving together.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
Do I need friends to play Water You Doing?
You can play solo, but the game is designed around co-op. Playing with friends makes managing the boat, fishing, and dodging hazards significantly more manageable and much funnier.
What is the most important resource early game?
Coins earned from selling fish are your most flexible resource early on. Prioritise fishing over exploring until you have enough coins to buy essential repair materials and upgrades.
Can I change my controls?
Yes. The game has full controller support and custom volume controls. You can remap buttons in the settings menu and adjust audio mix for gameplay clarity.