Dead Sails: A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide

Think being a ship captain is a breeze? Think again. *Dead Sails*, the latest sensation in gaming, proves it's anything but easy. You've got to juggle your own survival, keep your ship in tip-top shape, sell off your loot, and fend off hordes of monstrous foes. Here's your ultimate guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and hitting that 100k meters finish line in record time.

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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. New to Dead Sails? No worries! Just like Dead Rails, this game is straightforward—literally. You're the captain of a ship, tasked with sailing in a straight line for 10 thousand meters between towns, aiming to reach the ultimate goal of 100k meters. Keep moving, keep fueled, and stay alive. Simple, right?

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby before you start a round is your best friend, though it does come with a cost. As a new player, you'll start with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency. While it's tempting to splurge on boats or items like bandages and weapons, remember you'll find plenty of these in-game. Save your Dabloons for something more strategic.

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. Our top tip? Invest those 15 Dabloons in a class. These are in-game perks you purchase via a loot box system, costing 3 Dabloons each. You might get lucky on your first try and snag a class that suits your style. From the Pirate to the Gunslinger, there are great Common and Uncommon classes to choose from. Check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist for a detailed breakdown.

What To Do In Towns

Screenshot by The Escapist. When you start a round, you'll find yourself in a town with your ship docked. These towns pop up every 10 thousand meters and are your safe havens. Here's what you can do:

Trading Hut: Sell your collected items. General Store: Stock up on essentials. Hospital: Heal up. Gun Shop: Buy guns and ammo. Sheriff’s: Collect bounty money from pirate and creature corpses.

You start with a blunt weapon, so no rush to buy a firearm. Instead, spend all your money on coal. Fuel is crucial—without it, your journey ends.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

The gameplay might seem simple, but as you sail, you'll encounter various buildings and fend off undead creatures. Here's what you need to know to master the game.

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Screenshot by The Escapist. Your ship runs on coal, with each chunk adding 20% more fuel. You could theoretically finish the game by buying 5 coal pieces at each town, but where's the fun in that? Collect items marked as "fuel" for a 5% increase, but the real secret is using the undead's corpses. Kill them, loot their bodies, and use them to fuel up.

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime in Dead Sails is tougher, with lower visibility and more dangerous creatures. If you die, it's game over. Ideally, spend the night in town where you're safe. If you're out at sea, buy Barbed Wire to keep mobs at bay. If you don't have it, pause your journey and attack any creature that approaches.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice is personal. If you prefer melee, stick with the starting hammer or pickaxe. But as you encounter stronger enemies, you'll need stronger weapons. A shotgun is a solid choice due to its high damage output, perfect for unexpected combat. Early on, a revolver is a good starter firearm, often found in buildings.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. Every item can be sold, starting with junk at 3 or 5 cash per piece. But with a limited inventory of 10 items, focus on these:

Moyai and Bars: Valuable in diamond, gold, and silver. Healing Packs: Keep for emergencies, but sell if you must. Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use against undead. 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 lucrative, selling for 150 cash.

Remember, you can stack items on your boat, but they'll fall off if not welded. Place an item and hit the weld button (Z on the keyboard) to secure it.

And that's your beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips, and you'll become the best captain ever to sail these treacherous waters. For an extra edge, check out our Dead Sails codes.