You thought being a ship captain was easy? The new hit game *Dead Sails* proves otherwise. Navigating the treacherous waters while balancing your own survival, maintaining your ship, selling valuables, and fending off various monsters is no small feat. Here's your comprehensive guide to becoming a pro in *Dead Sails* and reaching the 100k meters finish line swiftly.
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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, fear not. Similar to its predecessor Dead Rails, the game is straightforward—literally. As the captain of a ship, your mission is to sail a straight line for 10 thousand meters between towns, with the ultimate goal of reaching 100k meters. Keep moving, maintain your fuel supply, and stay alive. Sounds easy, right?
Before You Set Sail
The in-game lobby before you start a round is invaluable, albeit at a cost. New players start with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency. While it's tempting to splurge on boats or items like bandages and weapons, you'll find plenty of these in-game. Save your Dabloons for more strategic purchases.
How To Choose A Class
Screenshot by The Escapist. We recommend using your 15 Dabloons to purchase a class. These perks are acquired through a loot box system, costing 3 Dabloons per attempt. You might get a class you like on your first try, or it may take a few goes. Common and Uncommon classes like Pirate and Gunslinger are great choices, but your selection should align with your playstyle. For a detailed breakdown, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist.
What To Do In Towns
Screenshot by The Escapist. When you start a round, you're spawned in a town where your ship is docked. These towns appear every 10 thousand meters and serve as your safe havens. Here's what you can do:
- Trading Hut: Sell collected items.
- General Store: Stock up on essentials.
- Hospital: Heal yourself.
- Gun Shop: Purchase guns and ammunition.
- Sheriff’s: Earn bounty money from pirate and creature corpses.
You begin with a blunt weapon, so there's no rush to buy a firearm. Instead, prioritize buying coal; spend all your money on as much as you can. Fuel is crucial in Dead Sails—the game ends if your ship can't move.
Dead Sails Tips & Tricks
The gameplay is simple, but you'll encounter various buildings, structures, and undead creatures along your journey. 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 ship's lifeblood, with each chunk adding 20% more fuel. You could theoretically finish the game by buying 5 coal pieces in every town, but where's the fun in that?
Collectible items with a "fuel" marker provide a 5% boost. However, the most efficient way to fuel up is by using the corpses of the undead. Kill attackers not only to survive but also to gather their bodies for fuel.
How To Survive The Night
Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime in Dead Sails is significantly tougher with reduced visibility. If you die, it's game over.
Ideally, spend the night in town for safety. Otherwise, buy Barbed Wire from a shop to mount on your ship, preventing mobs from getting close. Without Barbed Wire, pause your journey and attack any approaching creatures.
Which Weapon To Choose
Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice is personal, but as you face stronger enemies, you'll need more powerful weapons. A shotgun is ideal due to its high damage output, perfect for unexpected combat situations. For beginners, a revolver is a good early-game choice, often found in buildings and easier to handle.
Best Items To Collect
Screenshot by The Escapist. You can sell any item you collect, but with a limited inventory of 10 items, prioritize wisely. Here are some valuable items:
- Moyai and Bars: Available in diamond, gold, and silver; great for earning money.
- Healing Packs: Keep them for emergencies rather than selling.
- Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use against the undead.
- Weapons: Use or sell depending on your needs.
- Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash.
- Holy Water: Found in churches, sells for 25 cash.
- Gold Llama: Rare and expensive, sells for 150 cash.
Remember, you can stack items on your boat, but they'll fall off if not welded. Place an item and press the weld button (Z on the keyboard) to secure it.
And that's the beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips to become the best captain on the seas—or rather, the small, canal-like river. For an extra boost, check out our Dead Sails codes.
