Switch Cannot attach bait to rod

[Kflangn2]

I am playing on switch, and no matter WHAT I try, the bait simply will not attach to my Iridium rod. I had the same issue with my fiberglass rod. I thought if I upgraded to iridium maybe it would solve the bug, but hasn't. Please help!

Side Note: I also cannot load stones into my slingshot either.....

 

[imnvs]

You might have more success if you change the controller type, at least temporarily. I've heard of this causing people issues.

 

[Hill Myna]

The bait loading mechanic isn’t explained in-game, so maybe you aren’t doing it correctly? I play on Switch and it took me a while to figure out how to load bait/ammo.

You have to press A to pick up the bait, move your cursor onto your Fishing Rod and then press Y.

Slingshots are loaded in the same manner.

Possibly you might be using Bug Meat instead of bait, but that doesn’t seem likely.

Hope this helps!

 

[BlueGreen3]

I am playing on switch, and no matter WHAT I try, the bait simply will not attach to my Iridium rod. I had the same issue with my fiberglass rod. I thought if I upgraded to iridium maybe it would solve the bug, but hasn't. Please help!

Side Note: I also cannot load stones into my slingshot either.....

I am having the exact same problem. Very frustrating