This update in Dusty Trip actually changes more than it looks at first glance. It’s not just “new stuff added” — some core systems got reworked, and if you don’t understand them early, you’ll end up wasting time (especially with the free car quest).
Let me walk you through everything in a simple, no-BS way so you know exactly what to do the moment you log in.
New Shop System (Dealership Removed)
First big change — the dealership is gone.
Now everything is handled through a shop UI (shopping cart icon).
What’s different?
- You can browse cars directly from the menu
- Categories on the left make navigation faster
- No need to physically go somewhere to buy vehicles
What this means for you
Honestly, this is just a quality-of-life upgrade. It saves time and removes unnecessary travel.
If you were used to the dealership, it’ll feel weird for a bit — but it’s way more efficient.
Free Car Quest (This Week’s Challenge)
This is the main thing you should focus on.
Requirements:
- Collect 5 cooked sausages
- Kill 5 vultures
- Kill 5 fire mutants
Complete all three → you unlock the free car
How to Complete Each Task Faster
1. Cooked Sausages (Important Tip)
You’ll find sausages in two forms:
- Raw sausage → gives poison effect
- Cooked sausage → counts for quest + restores hunger
Do NOT eat raw sausages unless you want poison damage ticking your health down.
Cook them first, then collect/eat.
2. Vultures
These are easier than they sound.
- Found near landmarks (especially the new mansion area)
- Usually flying around open areas
- Use ranged or quick melee attacks
They’re not very tanky — just annoying if you miss hits.
3. Fire Mutants (New Enemy)
These are the real threat in this update.
What makes them dangerous:
- Apply burn effect
- Damage continues over time after getting hit
So even if you survive the fight, your health keeps dropping.
New Weapon – Cleaver
This update also adds a cleaver, and it’s actually pretty strong.
How it works:
- High damage output
- Uses stamina per swing
- Can be spammed… until stamina runs out
Strategy:
- Burst attack enemies quickly
- Don’t spam blindly — stamina drain will leave you vulnerable
New Status Effects (Pay Attention)
Two new effects got added:
Burn (from Fire Mutants)
- Gradual health drain
- Happens after getting hit
Poison (from raw food)
- Triggered by eating raw meat
- Also drains health over time
Simple rule:
- Avoid getting hit unnecessarily
- Don’t eat raw food unless desperate
New Landmarks (Best Farming Spots)
1. Mansion (Very Important)
This is where you should spend most of your time.
- Spawns animals like:
- Wolves
- Snakes
- Vultures
- Helps complete quest requirements faster
- Contains a puzzle system (animal-based)
If you’re grinding the free car, this is your go-to location.
2. Wolf Den
- Found randomly along roads
- Contains basic loot
- Not very important overall
Think of it as a small bonus stop, not a main destination.
New Tutorial System (Mixed Feelings)
The tutorial got reworked.
Improvements:
- Now guides you step-by-step
- Highlights car parts
- Makes early game easier for beginners
Problem:
- It keeps showing up every time you join
Yeah… this part is honestly annoying.
Free Car Performance (Is It Worth It?)
Once you finish the quest, you get a 4-seater car.
Here’s how it performs:
Pros:
- Good braking (stops quickly)
- Decent fuel efficiency
- Stable handling
Cons:
- Slow acceleration
- Top speed ~58 km/h (not very fast)
Verdict:
It’s not a speed beast — but it’s reliable.
Good for:
- Early to mid-game travel
- Carrying multiple players
Not great if you want speed runs.
Fuel Consumption (Quick Insight)
Test results:
- Used ~0.3 liters per 1000m
- Pretty efficient overall
So you won’t be burning fuel too quickly, which is nice.