Think being a ship captain is a breeze? Think again. The thrilling new game *Dead Sails* will challenge your survival skills as you navigate the treacherous waters, manage your ship, sell valuables, and fend off hordes of monsters. Here's your ultimate guide to mastering *Dead Sails* and swiftly reaching that coveted 100k meters finish line.

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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—literally. As the captain, your mission is to sail in a straight line for 10 thousand meters between towns, ultimately aiming for the 100k meters goal. Keep moving, manage your fuel, and stay alive. Sounds simple, right?

Before You Set Sail

The in-game lobby before embarking on your journey can be a treasure trove of helpful resources, albeit at a cost. As a new player, you begin with 15 Dabloons, the game's currency. Though it's a modest sum, you can use it to purchase various essentials. While boats are pricey and unnecessary for beginners, resist the temptation to splurge on items like bandages and weapons—you'll find plenty of these during your voyage.

How To Choose A Class

Screenshot by The Escapist. We recommend investing your 15 Dabloons in a class. These are in-game perks obtained through a loot box system, where the class you receive is a mystery. Each purchase costs 3 Dabloons, and with a bit of luck, you might land your preferred class on the first try. Dead Sails offers appealing Common and Uncommon classes like Pirate and Gunslinger. Your choice depends on your play style. 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'll find yourself in a town where your ship is docked. These towns appear every 10 thousand meters sailed and serve as your safe havens. Here's what you can do:

Trading Hut: Sell the items you've collected. General Store: Stock up on essentials for your journey. Hospital: Heal yourself if needed. Gun Shop: Buy guns and ammunition. Sheriff’s: Earn bounty money from the corpses of pirates and other lootable creatures.

Since you begin with a blunt weapon like a pickaxe or hammer, there's no rush to purchase a firearm. Instead, prioritize buying coal, spending all your money to get as much as possible. Fuel is crucial in Dead Sails—without it, your journey ends.

Dead Sails Tips & Tricks

The gameplay is straightforward, yet you'll encounter various buildings and structures, and face attacks from undead creatures. Here are the key tips to master Dead Sails.

Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel

Screenshot by The Escapist. In Dead Sails, your ship runs on coal. Each chunk adds 20 percent more fuel, and technically, buying five coal pieces per town could see you through the entire game. But where's the adventure in that?

While exploring, you'll find various items labeled as "fuel," though they only increase your fuel by 5 percent. The most efficient way to refuel (aside from coal) is by using the corpses of the undead. Since you need to kill them to survive, don't waste their bodies—add them to your inventory for fuel.

How To Survive The Night

Screenshot by The Escapist. Just like Dead Rails, Dead Sails becomes much tougher at night. With reduced visibility, staying safe is crucial—remember, dying means game over.

Ideally, spend the night in a town for protection. If that's not possible, buy Barbed Wire from a shop beforehand. Installing this on your ship keeps mobs at bay. Without Barbed Wire, pause your journey and attack any creature that approaches.

Which Weapon To Choose

Screenshot by The Escapist. Weapon choice is a matter of personal preference. If you prefer melee combat, the starting hammer or pickaxe might suffice. However, as you progress and face stronger enemies, you'll need more potent weapons.

A shotgun is often the best choice due to its high damage output, ideal for unexpected encounters. Alternatively, the revolver is a good early-game option—it's weaker but easier to handle and often found in buildings.

Best Items To Collect

Screenshot by The Escapist. Every item you collect can be sold, starting with junk that fetches 3 or 5 cash per item. Given your limited sack inventory (10 items), prioritize these:

Moyai and Bars: Available in diamond, gold, and silver, these are lucrative. Healing Packs: Keep these for emergencies, though you can sell them. Crosses: Sell for 35 cash or use them as weapons against the undead. Weapons: Use them or sell if unnecessary. Robot Head: Found in houses and banks, sells for 45 cash. Holy Water: Found in churches, sells for 25 cash. Gold Llama: A rare, large collectible worth 150 cash.

You can stack numerous items on your boat, but remember to weld them to the surface (click the weld button, Z on the keyboard) to prevent them from falling off during your journey.

And there you have it—the beginner's guide to Dead Sails! Follow these tips to become an unrivaled captain, navigating the narrow, canal-like river with ease. For an extra edge, don't forget to check out our Dead Sails codes.