Bait is used to increase the efficiency of fishing by attracting fish quicker when attached to a fishing rod. It can be crafted or purchased and comes in various types, each with its own benefits. Some types allow the capture of specific fish or enhance the chances of finding treasure while fishing. It is essential for players looking to maximize their time and yield while engaging in fishing activities.
The item ID for Bait is 685
This ID will work on PC/Mac (Steam), PS4, PS5, XBOX One, and Nintendo Switch.
Spawning items in Stardew Valley is a little unsual and is not done with commands. You will need to utilize what is called a cheat to set your character's or animal name to the item id. To do this you cannot use just the item id, you will need to surround the item id with brackets. Ex. [685]
Spawning Using the Animal MethodTo spawn Bait while using an animal, you will need to head over to Marine's Ranch and purchase an animal. Once you have have an animal chosen, name the animal with the item id with brackets like this [685] and you will receive the Bait item. This method can be done using an existing character and is convenient but will cost some gold every time you want an item.
Spawning Using the Character MethodTo spawn Bait while using a character, you will need to create a new character and name it with the item id with brackets like this [685]. You will then receive the Bait item when you speak to a villager. This method is easy and free but cannot be performed on an existing character and you will be stuck with that name unless its edited.