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Plan your next Aquarium Designer session
Our independent guide helps you refine aquarium designs by focusing on the core elements documented in Aquarium Designer. By observing how each topic interacts, you can craft efficient layouts, meet client expectations, and maximize earnings without relying on undocumented shortcuts.
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Mode Comparison
Create the same tank in both Casual and Realistic modes. Note differences in equipment needs and fish health, then decide which mode aligns best with your design approach.
- Begin in Casual mode to learn equipment placement before tackling Realistic requirements.
- Observe how the same fish behaves in each mode to see the impact of realistic conditions.
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Budget Allocation
Start a project with a limited budget. Prioritize essential equipment first, then allocate remaining funds to decorations, observing how this impacts client satisfaction.
- Read the brief carefully to match tank dimensions with the client’s space.
- Use earned money to diversify equipment before beginning a new brief.
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Species Grouping
Select a set of fish with similar water requirements and place them together. Compare their health outcomes to a mixed‑species tank to see the effect of compatible needs.
- Group fish with similar needs to simplify equipment choices.
- Test a single species in a small tank before adding multiple varieties.
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Decoration Layout
Experiment with different decorative arrangements while keeping equipment constant. Record how each layout looks and note which designs you prefer.
- Prioritize filters that match the tank’s volume for optimal water quality.
- Experiment with decorative layouts to find the arrangement you like best.
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Client Brief Analysis
Review multiple client briefs and draft a checklist of recurring requirements. Use this list to streamline future designs and reduce setup time.
- Check Steam Achievements to set personal design goals.
- Family Sharing lets additional household members play the game on their own accounts.
