Dead Sails: A Comprehensive Beginner's Guide

You thought being a ship captain was easy? Think again! The new hit game *Dead Sails* will test your mettle as you navigate the treacherous waters, balancing survival, ship maintenance, selling valuables, and fending off monstrous foes. Here’s your ultimate guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and reaching the 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? Don't fret! This game, akin to its predecessor Dead Rails, is refreshingly straightforward. Your mission? Captain a ship sailing a straight line for 10 thousand meters between towns, ultimately aiming for the grand goal of 100k meters. It’s all about keeping your ship moving, ensuring you never run out of fuel, and staying alive. Simple, yet challenging!

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby before you embark can be a valuable resource, albeit at a cost. As a newbie, you’ll start with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency. While it’s tempting to splurge on boats or essentials like bandages and weapons, remember: you’ll find plenty of these during your voyage. Save your Dabloons for something more strategic.

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. Here's our top tip: spend your 15 Dabloons on a class. These are in-game perks you acquire through a loot box system, where each purchase costs 3 Dabloons. You might strike gold and get a class that suits you right away. Whether it's the Pirate or Gunslinger, the choice hinges 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 pop up every 10 thousand meters and serve as your sanctuaries. Here's what you can do:

• Trading Hut: Offload collected items for cash.
• General Store: Stock up on essential supplies.
• Hospital: Heal up to keep fighting.
• Gun Shop: Arm yourself with guns and ammo.
• Sheriff’s: Earn bounty money by turning in pirate and creature corpses.

Starting with a blunt weapon like a pickaxe or hammer, there's no rush to buy a firearm. Instead, prioritize purchasing coal—spend all your money on it. Fuel is crucial in Dead Sails; without it, your journey ends.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

While Dead Sails boasts a simple gameplay loop, you'll encounter various structures 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. Fueling your ship is essential, and coal is your primary resource—each piece adds 20% to your fuel tank. You could theoretically finish the game by buying 5 coal pieces at every town, but where's the fun in that?

Explore to find collectible items marked as "fuel," which offer a 5% increase. However, the most efficient fuel source comes from the undead. Kill them, collect their bodies, and use them to keep your ship running smoothly.

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Nighttime in Dead Sails amps up the difficulty, with lower visibility and increased threats. If you die, it’s game over.

The safest bet is to spend the night in town. If that’s not possible, purchase Barbed Wire from a shop beforehand. Mounting this on your ship keeps mobs at bay. Without Barbed Wire, pause your journey and defend against any approaching creatures.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice is personal, but here are some recommendations. If melee is your thing, stick with the starting hammer or pickaxe. However, as you face stronger enemies, you'll need more firepower.

A shotgun is your best bet due to its higher damage output, perfect for unexpected encounters. Early on, consider the revolver—a good entry-level firearm often found in buildings.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. Every item you find can be sold, starting from junk worth 3 or 5 cash each. With a limited inventory of 10 items, choose wisely. Here are some top picks:

• Moyai and Bars: Available in diamond, gold, and silver, these are top earners.
• Healing Packs: Keep these for emergencies, but they can also be sold.
• 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: A rare, high-value collectible worth 150 cash.

Remember, you can stack items on your boat, but they'll fall off unless you weld them in place. 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 navigate these waters. For an extra edge, don't forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.