If you've ever dreamed of being a ship captain, Dead Sails is here to remind you that it's not as easy as it looks. This intense game challenges you to balance survival, ship maintenance, trading, and battling undead monsters—all while sailing toward a 100k-meter finish line. Sound tough? It is. But with the right strategies, you'll be hoisting your sails like a pro in no 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
Beginner’s Guide for Dead Sails
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If you're new to Dead Sails, don't panic—it's surprisingly straightforward. As the captain of a ship, your mission is simple: sail 100k meters across a series of towns, avoiding obstacles and surviving attacks. The catch? You’ll need to manage fuel, health, and resources wisely to stay afloat. Think of it as a race against time, death, and the elements.
Before You Set Sail
The pre-round lobby is packed with options, but as a beginner, you start with just 15 Dabloons—the in-game currency. While it’s tempting to splurge on items like bandages and weapons, remember: these are abundant in-game. Instead, focus on essentials like boats (if you’re flush with cash) or classes.
Boats are pricey and unnecessary for novices. Save your Dabloons for something truly useful: classes.
How To Choose A Class
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Classes act as in-game perks, offering bonuses that align with different playstyles. Spend your 3 Dabloon-per-box loot crates wisely. Some common picks include the Pirate and Gunslinger, but your choice depends on your preferred playstyle. Curious about all the options? Check out our Dead Sails Class Tierlist for detailed insights.
What To Do In Towns
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Each town serves as a safe haven every 10k meters. These hubs offer essential services:
- Trading Hut: Sell collected items for quick cash.
- General Store: Stock up on vital supplies like coal and healing packs.
- Hospital: Restore health when injured.
- Gun Shop: Purchase firearms and ammo (optional).
- Sheriff’s Office: Earn bounty rewards by eliminating enemies.
Fuel is king in Dead Sails. Always prioritize buying coal—each chunk provides a massive 20% fuel boost. Spend every last Dabloon if you must!
Dead Sails Tips & Tricks
Tips For Never Running Out Of Fuel
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Coal isn’t the only source of fuel. Collectible items scattered across the map often bear a “fuel” marker. Hover over them to confirm. While these items add only 5% fuel, they’re still worth grabbing. For maximum efficiency, use the undead’s corpses. Killing attackers doubles as a resource-gathering opportunity—just drag their bodies onto your ship.
How To Survive The Night
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Nighttime is brutal in Dead Sails. Visibility drops, and undead hordes swarm your ship. Staying alive means either securing a safe spot in town or fortifying your vessel.
Mounting Barbed Wire deters attackers, but if you lack it, pause and fend off incoming mobs manually. Losing fuel is one thing—dying outright is another. Stay sharp!
Which Weapon To Choose
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Your choice depends on your playstyle. Melee fans can stick with the starting hammer or pickaxe. Later, upgrade to stronger tools like shotguns or revolvers. Shotguns reign supreme for their high damage output, while revolvers serve as excellent early-game companions.
Best Items To Collect
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Not all loot is created equal. Focus on valuable items like Moyai, Bars, Healing Packs, Crosses, Weapons, Robot Heads, Holy Water, and Gold Llamas. Weld large items to prevent them from falling off your ship.
And there you have it—the ultimate beginner's guide to mastering Dead Sails. Follow these tips, and you’ll soon dominate the seas—or at least the narrow canals. Need a shortcut? Explore our Dead Sails codes for extra boosts!
