Dead Sails: A Beginner's Guide

You thought being a ship captain was easy? The new hit game *Dead Sails* proves otherwise. Navigating through the challenges of maintaining your ship, selling valuables, and fighting off monsters is no small feat. Here’s your comprehensive guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and reaching that coveted 100k meters finish line efficiently.

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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. Much like its predecessor Dead Rails, the game is straightforward—you're the captain of a ship tasked with sailing 10,000 meters between towns, with the ultimate goal of reaching 100k meters. The key is to keep moving, maintain your fuel, and stay alive. Sounds simple, but it’s a thrilling challenge.

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby is your pre-sail prep station, albeit at a cost. Starting with 15 Dabloons, the game’s currency, you might be tempted to splurge on boats or items like bandages and weapons. However, these are abundant in-game. Instead, consider using your initial funds wisely.

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. Investing your 15 Dabloons in a class can significantly enhance your gameplay. Classes, acquired through a loot box system, cost 3 Dabloons each. You might get lucky on your first try, but don’t despair if you don’t. Choose from Common and Uncommon classes like Pirate and Gunslinger, depending on your playstyle. For a detailed breakdown, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist.

What To Do In Towns

Screenshot by The Escapist. Upon starting a round, you’ll find yourself in a town with your ship docked. These towns appear every 10,000 meters and serve as safe havens. Utilize the amenities available:

• Trading Hut: Sell collected items.
• General Store: Buy essentials for your journey.
• Hospital: Heal yourself.
• Gun Shop: Purchase firearms and ammo.
• Sheriff’s: Earn bounty money from pirate and creature corpses.

Start with your provided blunt weapon and prioritize buying coal—spend all your money on it, as fuel is crucial to keep sailing.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

The gameplay is simple yet engaging. You’ll encounter various structures and face undead creatures. Here’s what you need to know to master the game:

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Screenshot by The Escapist. Coal is your lifeline, adding 20% fuel per chunk. While you can buy 5 pieces in every town, exploring for fuel items adds variety. These items give a 5% boost, but the real fuel hack is using undead corpses. Kill and collect them to keep your tank full.

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime in Dead Sails ramps up the difficulty with reduced visibility. Ideally, spend the night in town for safety. If you can’t, buy Barbed Wire to protect your ship from mobs. Without it, stop and defend against any approaching creatures to survive until dawn.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice is personal, but as you encounter stronger enemies, upgrading becomes necessary. A shotgun is highly recommended for its damage output, ideal for unexpected encounters. Early on, a revolver can be a good introduction to firearms, often found in buildings.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. With a limited inventory of 10 items, choose wisely:

• Moyai and Bars: Valuable in diamond, gold, and silver forms.
• Healing Packs: Keep for emergencies, though they can be sold.
• Crosses: Useful as weapons against the undead and sell for 35 cash.
• Weapons: Use or sell as needed.
• Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash.
• Holy Water: Found in churches, sells for 25 cash.
• Gold Llama: Rare and the most expensive item at 150 cash.

Remember, items on your boat can be secured by welding them in place using the Z key.

And that’s your beginner’s guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips, and you’ll be well on your way to becoming the best captain on the virtual seas. For an extra edge, don’t forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.