Dead Sails: A Beginner's Guide

If you're ready to set sail in the high-stakes world of Dead Sails, you'll quickly realize it's not just about steering a ship—it's about mastering survival, resource management, and strategy. This game challenges you to balance keeping your ship moving forward while fending off undead attackers and managing your resources carefully. Ready to become the ultimate captain and conquer the 100k-meter journey? Let’s dive into the essentials.

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Table of Contents

Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails
Before You Set Sail
How To Choose A Class
What To Do In Towns
Dead Sails Tips & Tricks
Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel
How To Survive The Night
Which Weapon To Choose
Best Items To Collect

Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails

Screenshot by The Escapist. If you're new to Dead Sails, don’t fret. Like its predecessor Dead Rails, this game is refreshingly straightforward—you're tasked with sailing in a straight line across 10,000 meters between towns, aiming for a grand total of 100,000 meters. The mission? Stay alive, keep moving, and avoid running out of fuel. Sounds simple enough, right?

Before You Set Sail

The pre-round lobby is your first stop, offering valuable tools for success—even if it comes at a cost. Starting players get 15 Dabloons, the in-game currency. While not much, it can go a long way. Boats are expensive and unnecessary for beginners, so save your cash for other essentials. Bandages and weapons are easy to find in-game, but fuel is non-negotiable. Spend wisely!

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. Investing in a class is your best bet. Each costs 3 Dabloons, and loot boxes guarantee a random perk. Opt for Common or Uncommon classes like Pirate or Gunslinger to suit your playstyle. For a deeper dive, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist to compare options.

What To Do In Towns

Screenshot by The Escapist. Upon joining a round, you'll spawn in a safe town with your ship docked. These towns appear every 10,000 meters and serve as vital checkpoints. Key services include:

• Trading Hut: Sell your collected items.
• General Store: Stock up on essential supplies.
• Hospital: Heal your injuries.
• Gun Shop: Buy firearms and ammo.
• Sheriff’s Office: Earn bounty rewards by eliminating threats.

Starting with a blunt tool like a pickaxe or hammer? No rush to buy a gun. Instead, prioritize purchasing coal—fuel is the lifeblood of your journey. Spend all your Dabloons on coal if you must.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

Mastering Dead Sails isn’t rocket science, but it does demand focus. Between dodging undead foes and navigating obstacles, here’s how to thrive.

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Screenshot by The Escapist. Your ship relies on coal for fuel, adding 20% to your tank per chunk. While buying coal is effective, collecting items like undead corpses yields only 5% fuel. To maximize efficiency, use the enemy to your advantage. Kill zombies, loot their bodies, and stash them in your inventory for fuel. It’s a win-win!

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime ramps up the difficulty. Visibility drops, and danger intensifies. The safest option is to hunker down in a town. If that’s not possible, fortify your ship with Barbed Wire (available in shops). Otherwise, pause your journey and fight off attackers.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Personal preference reigns supreme. Melee weapons like hammers or pickaxes suffice early on, but stronger foes require firearms. A shotgun reigns supreme due to its wide damage radius. For beginners, the revolver is a solid choice—it’s easy to handle and often found in buildings.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. Not all loot is created equal. Focus on high-value items like Moyai, Bars, Healing Packs, and Crosses. Weld valuable items to your ship to prevent them from falling off. Holy Water and Robot Heads fetch decent prices, too.

And there you have it—the ultimate beginner’s guide to Dead Sails. Follow these tips, and you’ll soon rule the seas—or at least the narrow canals. Feeling adventurous? Explore our list of Dead Sails codes for an extra edge. Bon voyage!