Dead Rails is a survival-action game set in a grim reimagining of the Wild West, where players must navigate a world ravaged by a fast-spreading zombie plague in the year 1899. With the remnants of civilization in ruins and rumors of a cure deep in Mexico, players board a fortified train and embark on a desperate cross-frontier journey. Along the way, choices matter, combat intensifies, and survival depends on resourcefulness and adaptability.
Post-Apocalyptic Western Setting
- Travel through desolate towns, ghostly graveyards, and perilous landscapes across the American frontier
- Face threats from more than just zombies, including hostile survivors and lawless bandit factions
- Immerse yourself in a gritty story-driven campaign shaped by critical choices and dynamic encounters
Armored Train as Mobile Base
- Board and upgrade a heavily fortified steel locomotive, central to both travel and defense
- Reinforce compartments, install weapons, and manage internal resources for sustained survival
- Use the train as a strategic hub for deploying attacks, storing supplies, and progressing toward Mexico
Fast-Paced Zombie Combat
- Battle hordes of undead using traditional and improvised weapons such as revolvers, shotguns, dynamite, and melee tools
- Face evolving enemy types with increased aggression, speed, and resilience
- Prepare for massive wave assaults and boss-level threats at key points along the rail journey
Survival and Resource Management
- Scavenge for essential supplies including ammunition, food, and medical kits at each stop
- Make split-second decisions that influence character health, train durability, and crew morale
- Trade or salvage materials from abandoned sites while avoiding traps and ambushes
Narrative and Player Choice
- Shape your outcome through dialogue, alliances, and morality-based decisions
- Determine which survivors to rescue or leave behind, with consequences that ripple throughout the campaign
- Uncover secrets about the virus, explore the origins of the outbreak, and piece together hope for a cure
Progression and Upgrades
- Level up characters and train systems with experience gained through combat and exploration
- Unlock specialized abilities and weapon enhancements for superior survivability
- Customize loadouts and crew dynamics to suit individual play styles
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main objective in Dead Rails?
To reach Mexico while surviving the zombie-infested journey and uncovering a possible cure.
Q: Can the train be customized or upgraded?
Yes, players can reinforce and modify the train’s defenses, compartments, and weapon systems.
Q: Are choices important in the game?
Yes, decisions shape narrative outcomes, survival chances, and relationships with other characters.
Q: What types of enemies are encountered?
Players fight against fast-evolving zombies, bandits, rogue survivors, and environmental hazards.
Q: Is resource scavenging part of the gameplay?
Yes, finding and managing supplies is essential for survival and progression.
Q: Does the game include ranged and melee combat?
Yes, weapons range from revolvers and shotguns to explosives and close-combat tools.
Q: Can characters or skills be upgraded?
Yes, character abilities and gear can be enhanced through experience and collected resources.
Q: Is this a single-player or multiplayer experience?
The description indicates a story-driven single-player journey focused on narrative and survival.
Version History
v0.2.4 —— 7 Dec 2025
Loot Chest System Introduced—find treasure along your journey to gain valuable resources
New Classes Added • Survivalist: excels in harsh conditions, starts equipped with an axe • Vampire: high speed at night, regenerates health via melee attacks (vulnerable to sunlight)
v0.1.9 —— 15 Jun 2025
Bank Robbery Mechanics Launched—crack safes with codes or dynamite to steal loot
Enemy Addition: Zombie Banker—a tenacious guardian of currency
New Currency System: Bonds—unlock enhanced upgrades and rewards
v0.1.7 —— 9 Jun 2025
Enemy Addition: Wolf—adds wilderness threat element
Combat Updates • Headshot feature introduced • New rifle weapon
Gameplay Enhancements • Snake oil item • Train-mounted machine gun • Golden-tier weapons (shovel, shotgun, rifle) • Handheld torch • Shop system refresh
