Dead Sails: Ultimate Beginner's Guide

Think being a ship captain is a breeze? Think again. The thrilling new game, *Dead Sails*, challenges you to master the art of survival, ship management, and combat against monstrous foes. Here’s your ultimate guide to becoming a pro in *Dead Sails* and conquering the 100k meters finish line with ease.

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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

If you’re new to Dead Sails, don’t fret. Similar to Dead Rails, the game’s premise is simple yet challenging: you're the captain of a ship tasked with sailing straight for 10,000 meters between towns, ultimately aiming to reach 100,000 meters. The key? Keep moving, maintain your fuel, and stay alive. Sounds straightforward, right?

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby is your first stop before embarking on your journey, and it can be a treasure trove of useful items, albeit at a cost. Starting with 15 Dabloons, the game’s currency, you might be tempted to splurge on boats or bandages. However, as a beginner, you'll find plenty of these items during your voyage, so hold onto your Dabloons for now.

How To Choose A Class

Invest those 15 Dabloons wisely by purchasing a class. These perks come in a loot box format, costing 3 Dabloons each, and you might just get lucky on your first try. Choose from Common and Uncommon classes like Pirate and Gunslinger, tailored to your playstyle. For a detailed breakdown, check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist.

What To Do In Towns

Upon starting a round, you'll find yourself docked in a town, your safe haven every 10,000 meters. Here's what you can do:

• Trading Hut: Sell collected items.
• General Store: Stock up on essential supplies.
• Hospital: Heal up.
• Gun Shop: Buy firearms and ammo.
• Sheriff’s: Collect bounty money from defeated foes.

While you start with a blunt weapon, your priority should be purchasing coal. Spend all your money on coal to ensure you don't run out of fuel, as the game ends if your ship can't move.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

The gameplay in Dead Sails is straightforward but fraught with challenges like battling undead creatures and navigating various structures. Here are key tips to master the game:

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Fuel is crucial in Dead Sails, and coal is king, adding 20% to your tank per chunk. While you can technically complete the game by buying 5 coal pieces per town, exploring other options can be fun. Collectible items marked as "fuel" add 5% each, but the best fuel source? The undead themselves. Use their corpses to keep your ship running smoothly.

How To Survive The Night

Nighttime in Dead Sails brings heightened danger and reduced visibility. Your best bet? Spend the night in town, where you're safe. If that's not an option, buy Barbed Wire from a shop to mount on your ship, deterring mobs. Without Barbed Wire, pause your journey and actively defend against any threats.

Which Weapon To Choose

Weapon choice is personal, but as you face stronger enemies, consider upgrading. A shotgun is ideal due to its high damage output, perfect for unexpected encounters. Alternatively, a revolver is a good early-game choice, easy to find and wield, helping you get accustomed to firearms.

Best Items To Collect

With a limited inventory of 10 items, focus on collecting high-value items:

• Moyai and Bars: Available in diamond, gold, and silver, these are lucrative.
• Healing Packs: Keep these for emergencies, though they can be sold.
• Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use against the undead.
• Weapons: Use or sell based on your needs.
• Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash.
• Holy Water: Often found in churches, sells for 25 cash.
• Gold Llama: Rare and valuable, selling for 150 cash.

Remember, you can stack items on your boat, but they need to be welded in place (press Z on your keyboard) to prevent them from falling off.

And there you have it, the beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips, and you'll soon be the most renowned captain navigating these treacherous waters. For an extra edge, don't forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.