The world of Dead Rails just got a whole lot more dangerous—and more exciting. The latest update introduces a wave of new content, major gameplay mechanics, and long-awaited bug fixes that deepen both the chaos and the lore. Whether you’re a solo survivor or part of a squad, here’s everything you need to know about what’s arrived in the Stillwater Uprising update.
New Rejoin System
Tired of disconnects ruining your run? There’s now a rejoin feature! In the top-left corner of your screen, you’ll see a unique Server ID. If you disconnect, just enter that code to jump back in. Even better—if your server is public, anyone with your code can join your world.
Dead Rails Stillwater Uprising Update – New Faction, Goliath Boss
Stillwater Prison – A New Faction & Location
Prepare for a chilling new storyline. The mysterious Stillwater Prison has been added as a new point of interest. It’s occupied by a unique faction made up of former prisoners and guards, all mysteriously immune to the zombie plague.
Believing they were “chosen,” they’ve embraced a medieval lifestyle, wielding swords and crossbows in place of guns. Expect a tough fight and a heavy dose of fresh lore.
New Miniboss: Goliath
Say hello (and goodbye) to Goliath, a towering armored zombie who wields a cannon like a gun. Taking him down won’t be easy, but if you succeed, you’ll be rewarded with the legendary Excalibur, a melee weapon worthy of myths.
New Classes
Three powerful new survivor classes have entered the fray:
- Hunter – Specializes in ranged combat and traps. Deadly and precise.
- President – A leadership-focused class with unique buffs for allies.
- Demolitionist – Loves things that go boom. Expert in explosives and area control.
New Items & Explosives
The battlefield just got way more tactical (and dangerous). You can now use:
- Bear Trap – Immobilize enemies in their tracks.
- Landmine – Perfect for ambushes.
- Gunpowder Barrel – Stack them near enemies for chain reaction mayhem.
Note: Explosions now trigger other explosives, so creative setups can now result in massive chain blasts!
New Weapons & Defense Tools
Arm yourself with a mix of old-school and high-power gear:
- Crossbow – Silent, deadly, and reusable.
- Elephant Rifle – A high-damage, high-recoil beast.
- Blunderbuss – Close-range devastation.
- Excalibur – Reward for defeating Goliath. Enough said.
- Ballista Turret – A medieval turret that fires massive bolts. Great for defense.
New Lore Developments
Stillwater Prison isn’t just a new place to loot—it’s a window into a deeper mystery behind the zombie outbreak. Why are these people immune? What is their purpose? Why medieval of all things? Expect more narrative breadcrumbs hidden throughout the map.
Bug Fixes
Some of the community’s most frustrating bugs have finally been squashed:
- Fixed bug where inventory could get stuck open after moving many items.
- Fixed bug where lobby time would go negative, breaking progression.
- Free cam now works after death—a relief for content creators.
- Fixed issue where enemies would fail to spawn in key locations.
The Stillwater Uprising update doesn’t just expand Dead Rails—it gives it new life. Between the factional lore, brutal new enemies, and explosive new gear, there’s never been a better time to hop back on the train.