The newest update for Dead Rails has arrived, and it might be the most ambitious one yet. Not only does it add new weapons to experiment with, but it also introduces a mysterious mini-point of interest tied to Abraham Lincoln, a powerful new train, and even a fresh set of weekly challenges. This update blends history, horror, and survival into something that feels truly unique for the game. Let’s dive into everything it brings and how you can unlock its secrets.
New Weapons to Collect
Four brand-new weapons have been added to Dead Rails, each with its own style and role in combat. The Flintlock Pistol delivers quick single shots, making it reliable as a backup weapon in close encounters. The Springfield Rifle is a powerful, long-range option that rewards careful aim, perfect for picking off threats before they close the distance. For players who prefer versatility, the Revolving Rifle combines range with rapid fire, offering a balance between power and speed. Finally, the Spear introduces a melee weapon that gives players a deadly option when ammunition runs dry or when fighting in tight spaces. Together, these weapons expand combat variety and give every player new ways to survive on the rails.
Lincoln’s Funeral Train – A New Mini-POI
Perhaps the most intriguing addition is the Lincoln’s Funeral Train mini-point of interest. Hidden in the world, this landmark allows players to discover a casket containing Abraham Lincoln himself. By stealing his iconic top hat, you can begin a sequence of events that leads to one of the most mysterious rewards in the update.
The hat isn’t just a collectible. Once obtained, players must figure out a riddle-like mechanic to summon Lincoln’s ghost. When called forth, this version of Lincoln is hostile, and defeating him is no easy task. However, victory comes with the Ghostly Hat, a powerful item that allows the wearer to summon an army of spectral soldiers who will rise to protect them during combat. This transforms ordinary encounters into chaotic battles where the undead fight by your side, giving you a serious advantage.
The Presidential Train
Alongside the funeral train landmark comes a new player-owned train: the Presidential Train. Costing 250 bonds, this train comes with a unique mechanic tied to the “soul meter” inside its casket. Every time you kill nearby enemies—zombies or otherwise—the meter fills. After 25 kills, the ghost of Abraham Lincoln emerges to fight for you. Unlike the hostile version from the funeral train, this Lincoln acts as a temporary ally, charging into battle and tearing through enemies with overwhelming strength.
Watching Lincoln’s ghost pummel zombies and chase them down like a living boss fight is one of the most entertaining features Dead Rails has introduced, and it gives players a strong incentive to invest in the new train.
Six New Weekly Challenges
To keep the grind alive, the update also introduces six new weekly challenges. These challenges encourage players to experiment with the new content, whether that means hunting enemies with the newly added weapons, exploring the funeral train landmark, or making the most of the ghostly rewards. For players looking to earn bonds and keep their progression steady, these weekly tasks are worth completing as soon as possible.
Why This Update Feels Special
What makes this update stand out is how interconnected everything feels. The new weapons give players better tools to fight with, the funeral train landmark ties exploration with lore, the Presidential Train offers a gameplay-changing ally, and the Ghostly Hat provides a lasting reward that alters combat in every encounter. On top of that, the weekly challenges give structure and incentives for players to dive into all of this new content.
Rather than just adding another train or a handful of weapons, Dead Rails has crafted an update that feels alive with mystery and personality. The blend of historical references with supernatural mechanics keeps the game unpredictable and adds a layer of charm that few survival titles pull off.
The latest Dead Rails update delivers far more than expected. Between the four new weapons, the eerie Lincoln’s Funeral Train, the powerful Presidential Train, and the addition of six new weekly challenges, there is plenty of content to discover and master. For players willing to solve the riddle of Lincoln’s hat and brave his ghostly wrath, the reward is one of the most unique items the game has ever seen.