As someone who’s spent countless hours diving into the mysterious depths of Roblox Abyss, I can tell you that badge hunting isn’t just about collecting shiny icons—it’s about proving your dedication and unlocking those precious Star Shards that make all the difference in your underwater adventure. Whether you’re a completionist like me or just want to maximize your rewards, this comprehensive guide will walk you through every single badge and achievement in Abyss.
What Is Abyss?
Released on February 8, 2026, Abyss is Deep Spirit Games’ underwater survival and exploration masterpiece that takes you on an incredible journey through forgotten depths. As someone who’s been playing since the public stress test, I’ve watched this game evolve into something truly special. With over 30 unique fish species, 15 different races to unlock, and countless secrets hidden beneath the waves, Abyss offers an experience that keeps me coming back day after day.
The achievement system in Abyss is brilliant—51 badges that track everything from your first catch to becoming a true Abyssborn master. What I love most is how these badges naturally guide you through discovering all the game has to offer while rewarding you with Star Shards for race rerolls and other premium features.
Why I Love Badge Hunting in Abyss?
Let me be honest—I wasn’t always a completionist. When I first started playing Abyss, I just wanted to catch some cool fish and explore. But something changed when I unlocked my first “Abyssborn” tier badge. The feeling of accomplishment, the Star Shards rolling in, and seeing that badge on my profile—it hooked me instantly.
What keeps me motivated is how Abyss badges tell a story. Each badge represents a milestone in your journey—from that terrifying first drowning experience to becoming a legendary fish hunter. I’ve spent sleepless nights trying to catch that one elusive Mythical fish, and the satisfaction when it finally happened? Absolutely worth it.
Complete Badge List: All 51 Achievements
I’ve organized these badges by category to make tracking easier. Trust me, this organization will save you headaches later:
Basic Starter Badges
| Badge Name | How to Unlock | Star Shard Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Welcome to Abyss | Join the game for the first time | 5 |
| Early Tester | Play during Public Stress Test | 10 |
| The First Catch | Catch your first fish | 5 |
| Better Luck Next Time | Die for the first time | 5 |
| Completed Tutorial | Finish the tutorial | 10 |
Tiered Progression Badges
Catcher Series (Fishing Milestones):
- Catcher Castaway: Catch 25 fish (10 Star Shards)
- Catcher Drifter: Catch 100 fish (25 Star Shards)
- Catcher Survivor: Catch 1,000 fish (50 Star Shards)
- Catcher Abyssborn: Catch 10,000 fish (100 Star Shards)
Playtime Series:
- Playtime Castaway: Play for 1 hour (10 Star Shards)
- Playtime Drifter: Play for 6 hours (25 Star Shards)
- Playtime Survivor: Play for 1 day (50 Star Shards)
- Playtime Abyssborn: Play for 3 days (100 Star Shards)
Leveling Series:
- Leveling Castaway: Reach level 5 (15 Star Shards)
- Leveling Drifter: Reach level 20 (30 Star Shards)
- Leveling Survivor: Reach level 50 (60 Star Shards)
- Leveling Abyssborn: Reach level 100 (120 Star Shards)
Respawn Series (Death Counters):
- Respawn Castaway: Die 5 times (10 Star Shards)
- Respawn Drifter: Die 25 times (20 Star Shards)
- Respawn Survivor: Die 75 times (40 Star Shards)
- Respawn Abyssborn: Die 150 times (80 Star Shards)
Traveling Series (Distance on Tube):
- Traveling Castaway: Travel 1,000m (15 Star Shards)
- Traveling Drifter: Travel 10,000m (30 Star Shards)
- Traveling Survivor: Travel 100,000m (60 Star Shards)
- Traveling Abyssborn: Travel 1,000,000m (120 Star Shards)
Stonebreaker Series (Geode Cracking):
- Stonebreaker Castaway: Crack 5 geodes (10 Star Shards)
- Stonebreaker Drifter: Crack 25 geodes (25 Star Shards)
- Stonebreaker Survivor: Crack 75 geodes (50 Star Shards)
- Stonebreaker Abyssborn: Crack 150 geodes (100 Star Shards)
Treasure Hunter Series:
- Treasure Hunter Castaway: Find 5 chests (15 Star Shards)
- Treasure Hunter Drifter: Find 25 chests (30 Star Shards)
- Treasure Hunter Survivor: Find 50 chests (60 Star Shards)
- Treasure Hunter Abyssborn: Find 100 chests (120 Star Shards)
Special Quest & Exploration Badges
| Badge Name | How to Unlock | Star Shard Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Legendary Catch | Discover a Legendary fish | 50 |
| Mythical Catch | Discover a Mythical fish | 100 |
| Purchase Radar | Buy the Radar | 15 |
| Purchase Minimap | Buy the Minimap | 15 |
| Kraken’s Bane | Complete all Kraken quests | 75 |
| A Real Job | Complete all Diver quests | 50 |
| Morveth’s Treasure | Unlock Morveth’s gun | 40 |
| Help the Scientist’s Project | Fix the Teleporter Toilet | 60 |
| Tree’s Spirit | Complete Isolde’s tree quest | 45 |
Bestiary Completion Badges
| Badge Name | How to Unlock | Star Shard Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Bestiary: Forgotten Deep | Complete all fish in Forgotten Deep | 80 |
| Bestiary: Ancient Sands | Complete all fish in Ancient Sands | 80 |
| Bestiary: Spirit Roots | Complete all fish in Spirit Roots | 80 |
| Bestiary: Angler Cave | Complete all fish in Angler Cave | 80 |
Mystery & Secret Badges
| Badge Name | How to Unlock | Star Shard Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Captain’s Last Wish | Unlock Angler Cave’s door | TBA |
| Who wouldn’t say no to a burgr | Give burger to Grumpy Hank | TBA |
| Hidden Language | Give the Crab Scroll | TBA |
| Are we serious | Open Bob’s door | TBA |
| ?!? | Finish King Cat’s Quest | TBA |
Strategic Badge Completion Order
After spending hundreds of hours testing different approaches, I’ve discovered the most efficient order to tackle these badges:
Phase 1: Foundation (First 2-3 hours)
- Complete tutorial immediately (10 Star Shards)
- Catch your first fish (5 Star Shards)
- Die once (intentionally if needed) (5 Star Shards)
- Buy Radar and Minimap (30 Star Shards total)
- Reach level 5 (15 Star Shards)
Why this order? These badges unlock naturally and give you 65 Star Shards early—enough for your first race reroll!
Phase 2: Early Progression (Days 1-2)
- Playtime Castaway (1 hour) (10 Star Shards)
- Catcher Castaway (25 fish) (10 Star Shards)
- Traveling Castaway (1,000m) (15 Star Shards)
- Leveling Drifter (level 20) (30 Star Shards)
- Stonebreaker Castaway (5 geodes) (10 Star Shards)
Phase 3: Mid-Game (Week 1)
- Complete Kraken quests (75 Star Shards)
- Complete Diver quests (50 Star Shards)
- Bestiary: Forgotten Deep (80 Star Shards)
- Legendary Catch (50 Star Shards)
- Treasure Hunter Drifter (25 chests) (30 Star Shards)
Phase 4: Late-Game Grind This is where the real dedication comes in. Focus on one tier at a time—don’t try to grind everything at once. I recommend starting with the fishing badges since they progress naturally while you work on other objectives.
Badge Difficulty Tier List (September 2026)
Based on my experience and community feedback, here’s how I’d rank the badges by difficulty:
S-Tier (Extremely Difficult)
- Catcher Abyssborn (10,000 catches) – Takes weeks of dedicated play
- Traveling Abyssborn (1,000,000m) – Requires AFK time or active grinding
- Mythical Catch – RNG-dependent, extremely rare
- Bestiary Completion – Some fish are seasonal or location-specific
A-Tier (Challenging)
- Leveling Abyssborn (level 100) – Requires efficient grinding
- Treasure Hunter Abyssborn (100 chests) – Chests have respawn timers
- Stonebreaker Abyssborn (150 geodes) – Time-consuming but straightforward
- Legendary Catch – Still RNG but more common than Mythical
B-Tier (Moderate)
- Playtime Abyssborn (3 days) – Time investment but can be AFK
- Respawn Abyssborn (150 deaths) – Intentional deaths speed this up
- Kraken’s Bane – Quest completion, some challenges involved
C-Tier (Easy)
- All Castaway tier badges
- Tutorial and starter badges
- Purchase badges
- Basic exploration badges
Hidden Tips & Tricks I’ve Discovered
After countless hours of badge hunting, I’ve picked up some tricks that aren’t obvious:
Fishing Efficiency: The Ancient Sands area has the highest fish density. I’ve found that fishing here during peak hours (2-4 PM EST) gives the best catch rates. Also, certain tubes have bonus catch rates—check out my Complete Abyss Tubes Guide for the details.
Death Badge Strategy: Don’t waste time trying to die naturally. I’ve found that drowning in shallow water is the fastest method—just remove your tube and wait. You can get 10-15 deaths per hour this way.
Treasure Chest Routes: There are specific chest respawn patterns in each area. In Forgotten Deep, chests respawn every 7 minutes in a set sequence. Learning these patterns cut my chest farming time in half.
AFK Traveling: For the distance badges, you can AFK travel by positioning your tube against a current. I’ve earned thousands of meters overnight this way—just make sure you don’t disconnect!
Bestiary Secrets: Some fish only appear during specific weather conditions or times of day. The “Shadowfin” only appears during thunderstorms, while the “Golden Scale” has a higher spawn rate at dawn.
Common Issues & Solutions
“Badge Didn’t Unlock”: Sometimes badges don’t register immediately. Try rejoining the game or waiting 5-10 minutes. If it still doesn’t work, the achievement might be bugged—report it to the developers.
“Star Shards Not Claiming”: Make sure you’re clicking the green claim button in the achievements menu. Sometimes you need to close and reopen the menu for it to register.
“Progress Reset”: Unfortunately, some badges reset after major updates. Keep screenshots of your progress as proof if you need to contact support.
“TBA Badges Not Working”: The mystery badges marked as TBA (To Be Announced) aren’t implemented yet. Don’t waste time trying to unlock these—wait for official updates.
Latest Updates & Changes
The developers have been actively updating Abyss based on community feedback. Here are the recent changes affecting badges:
- New Badge Categories: Added “Exploration” badges for discovering hidden areas
- Star Shard Rewards Increased: Many badges now give 20% more Star Shards
- Progress Tracking: Added better achievement tracking in the menu
- Bug Fixes: Fixed several badges that weren’t unlocking properly
- Seasonal Fish: Added limited-time fish that count toward bestiary badges
For the most current information, check out my Expert Roblox Abyss Wiki Guide which I update weekly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many Star Shards do I need for all race slots?
A: You’ll need approximately 5,000 Star Shards to unlock all race slots and get a few rerolls. Focus on the high-value badges like Mythical Catch and the Abyssborn tier badges.
Q: Can badges be lost?
A: No, once you earn a badge, it’s permanently attached to your account. However, some progress tracking can reset after major updates.
Q: Are there any secret badges not listed here?
A: The developers occasionally add hidden badges during events. Follow the official Discord for announcements about secret achievements.
Q: What’s the fastest way to get Star Shards?
A: Complete the Kraken and Diver questlines first (125 Star Shards total), then focus on Legendary/Mythical catches and bestiary completion.
Q: Do badges affect gameplay?
A: Badges themselves don’t give gameplay advantages, but the Star Shards you earn from them allow race rerolls and slot unlocks, which significantly impact your character’s power.
Final Thoughts
Badge hunting in Abyss has been one of the most rewarding gaming experiences I’ve had on Roblox. It’s not just about the rewards—it’s about the journey, the discoveries, and becoming part of the game’s story. Whether you’re aiming for 100% completion or just want to optimize your Star Shard farming, I hope this guide helps you on your underwater adventure.
Remember, Abyss is constantly evolving with new content and badges. Stay connected with the community, keep exploring, and most importantly—have fun diving into the depths. If you found this guide helpful, check out my other Abyss content including the All Weapons List and Master Abyss Artifacts Guide.
Happy hunting, and may your catches be legendary!