How to Get the Krampus Class in Dead Rails (Unlock Guide)

The Krampus Class is one of the strongest utility classes currently available in Dead Rails, and unlike most powerful classes, it does not require grinding difficult game modes or defeating bosses. Instead, it is unlocked through the gifting system introduced in the Christmas update. Below is a clear, step-by-step guide explaining exactly how to get the Krampus Class in Dead Rails, how it works, and how to avoid common mistakes.

How to Get the Krampus Class in Dead Rails (Unlock Guide)

The Krampus Class has the same biome control ability as the Santa Class, meaning it guarantees the Christmas Biome will spawn in any game mode. What makes it truly overpowered is its unique passive effect: when you die, a friendly Krampus Prime spawns and fights for you.

This Krampus Prime is the same boss encountered at the end of Frost Bite Mode, except now it acts as an ally. It follows the player, attacks enemies automatically, and fires powerful energy projectiles that can wipe out entire towns of zombies and outlaws with minimal effort.

Krampus Class Unlock Requirement

To unlock the Krampus Class, you must gift content two times. These gifts can be:

• Two gifts to the same player
• One gift each to two different players

There is no requirement to complete Frost Bite Mode or defeat Krampus Prime beforehand. The unlock is entirely tied to gifting.

Best and Cheapest Way to Unlock Krampus Class

The most efficient method is gifting classes instead of trains.

The Doctor Class is the best option because:

• It costs only 15 Bonds
• It counts as a valid gift toward the Krampus unlock
• It minimizes resource waste

You will need to gift two items total, so gifting the Doctor Class twice costs 30 Bonds in total.

Important restriction:
You cannot gift a class or train to a player who already owns it. If the recipient already owns the item, the gift will fail and not count toward your progress.

Step-by-Step Unlock Process

1. Open the gifting menu in Dead Rails
2. Select a player who does not already own the item
3. Gift a low-cost class such as the Doctor Class
4. Confirm the gift and check for green confirmation text
5. Repeat the process a second time (same or different player)
6. Rejoin or reset your session if needed

Once the second successful gift is completed, the Krampus Class unlocks automatically.

How the Krampus Ability Works In-Game

After selecting the Krampus Class, its passive activates only when you die.

When you die:

• A friendly Krampus Prime spawns at your death location
• It follows you or your team
• It attacks zombies, outlaws, and other enemies automatically

The Krampus Prime is extremely powerful, capable of clearing large enemy groups with ease. However, there are a few limitations you should know.

Important Limitations and Tips

• Only one Krampus Prime can spawn per run
• If you die inside an outpost or enclosed space, the Krampus can get stuck due to its size
• To avoid this, intentionally die outside buildings or towns
• Krampus Prime eventually shuts down after clearing enemies and will stop moving

For best results, pair this class with fast movement builds so you can lure enemies toward Krampus while staying safe.

Is the Krampus Class Worth It

Yes, absolutely.

The Krampus Class is:

• One of the easiest top-tier classes to unlock
• Extremely powerful for town clearing and survival
• Valuable for solo and co-op play
• Cheap to obtain compared to bundle-exclusive content

For only 30 Bonds, you gain access to a class that can trivialize early- and mid-game combat scenarios.