I’ll be honest with you… when I first loaded into A Dusty Trip after this update, I wasn’t even looking for animals.
I was just driving like usual — and then I noticed the ground felt weird. Not bad, just… different. The desert isn’t flat anymore. It actually feels like a desert now. Small bumps, uneven paths, and suddenly the whole game feels a bit more alive.
And then, out of nowhere… something starts moving in the sand.
That’s when it hits you — this update isn’t just “animals added.” It actually changes how you play the game.
So if you’re confused about what each animal does, what’s worth your time, and what you should honestly just ignore… here’s the real breakdown.
A Dusty Trip Animal Update Guide – Wolves, Snakes & Vultures
Before we jump into each creature, here’s what you should keep in mind:
- Animals spawn randomly across the map (not fixed locations)
- You can now get meat and cook it
- Some animals can be controlled or even tamed
- The new terrain makes spotting enemies a bit harder
It’s not just new content — it affects survival, combat, and exploration.
Snakes – Looks Useless… Until You Actually Need Food
You’re probably going to run into snakes first, mostly because they’re everywhere… but also because they’re so hard to see.
They blend into the sand so well that half the time you don’t find them — they find you.
How They Work
- They sit low in the sand, almost invisible
- Attack when you get close
- Stop chasing if you create enough distance
Now here’s the interesting part — the snake flute.
Snake Flute (What It Actually Does)
- Hold it → snake freezes
- Stop → snake goes back to attacking
So no, you’re not taming them.
You’re basically pausing the fight.
Should You Care About Snakes?
Early game? Yes.
- They drop meat
- Easy to control with the flute
- Good backup food source
Late game? You’ll probably ignore them.
Vultures – The Fight You’ll Regret Starting
These things are easily the most annoying part of the update.
Not because they’re strong… but because they’re frustrating.
How They Behave
- Sit on the ground at first
- Fly up when you approach
- Dive attack you repeatedly
Sounds simple, right? It’s not.
Why They’re So Annoying
- Hard to hit mid-air
- Constant movement
- Waste your ammo if you panic
I made the mistake of trying to fight them with a weak weapon… don’t do that.
Best Way to Deal With Vultures
- Wait for them to come down to attack
- Shoot during the dive
- Or just leave — seriously, that’s sometimes the smarter play
Are They Worth Killing?
Only if you need food.
- They drop meat
- You must cook it using a campfire
- Cooked meat restores a lot of hunger
Other than that, they’re more trouble than they’re worth.
Wolves – Easily the Best Thing in This Update
Now this is where things get interesting.
Wolves are not just enemies — they’re basically your future teammates.
How to Tame Wolves
You need one thing:
- Dog Collar
And here’s the funny part — you don’t even need perfect timing.
- Hold the collar
- Let the wolf charge you
- It automatically tames when it connects
That’s it.
No complicated system, no guessing.
What Tamed Wolves Do
Once tamed:
- They follow you everywhere
- Even teleport if you get too far
- Attack enemies (like mutants) automatically
And yes… it feels as good as it sounds.
Are Wolves Strong?
Individually?
- Decent, but not amazing
- They take time to kill enemies
But here’s where it gets broken…
Multiple Wolves = Army Mode
You can tame more than one.
And once you do:
- They stack damage
- Overwhelm enemies
- Basically fight for you
One wolf feels okay.
Two or more? Now you’re chilling while they handle everything.
Can Wolves Die?
From what it looks like:
- Enemies don’t really target them properly
- They feel almost immortal in normal fights
So yeah… they’re kind of busted right now.
Cooking Meat – Small Feature, Big Impact
This part is simple but important.
You can’t just eat raw meat.
How to Cook
- Place a campfire
- Put meat on it
- Wait until it cooks
Once cooked:
- It restores a huge amount of hunger
If you’re playing long runs, this alone makes hunting worth it.
After spending time with this update, here’s the honest takeaway:
- Snakes → situational, mainly for food
- Vultures → annoying, only fight if needed
- Wolves → the real game-changer
If you’re playing smart, your goal should be simple:
Find collars. Build a wolf army. Let them do the work.
That’s when the game shifts from survival… to control.