Surviving the post-apocalyptic wasteland of Dead Rails requires both firepower and clever thinking. Among the many tools at your disposal, dynamite stands out as one of the most versatile and powerful weapons in the game. Whether you’re looking to crack open a bank vault, clear a path through hordes of enemies, or access hidden areas, knowing how to use dynamite effectively can definitely come in handy.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about dynamite in Dead Rails – from where to find it and how to use it safely, and more!
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What Is Dynamite In Dead Rails?
Dynamite is the only explosive item currently available in Dead Rails. It appears as a bundle of four red sticks bound together with black tape and features a lit fuse when activated. The explosive has a five-second fuse timer after ignition and deals a maximum of 172 damage to anything caught within its blast radius.
Where To Find Dynamite in Dead Rails?
You have several options for acquiring dynamite as you travel through the wasteland:
Purchase From General Stores
The most reliable method to get dynamite is simply buying it from General Stores located in safe zones throughout the map. Dynamite is typically priced at $25 per bundle, making it a relatively affordable but powerful tool. When visiting a General Store, you’ll also want to pick up a torch for $10 if you don’t already have one, as you’ll need it to ignite the dynamite.
Scavenging In The Wasteland
If you’re short on cash or want to stock up, dynamite can be found as loot in several locations:
- Towns
- Outlaw camps – Defeat the outlaws and claim their explosives
- Dead dynamite zombies – These special enemies in Dead Rails carry dynamite that you can collect
Sterling Mines
The Sterling Mines, located behind the church, is a gold mine for dynamite (quite literally). The deeper sections of the mine contain large amounts of dynamite, though you’ll need to brave the dangers within to claim it.
How To Use Dynamite in Dead Rails?
Using dynamite in Dead Rails is relatively straightforward, but requires careful handling to avoid accidentally blowing yourself up. Here’s a step-by-step process:
- Acquire dynamite – Purchase it from a store or find it while exploring
- Store it properly – You can either:
- Keep it in your inventory sack for later use
- Weld it to your train for easier access (press Z on PC when looking at the dynamite)
- Prepare for detonation – When ready to use it:
- Take the dynamite out of your sack or unweld it from the train
- Have your torch ready
- Ignite the fuse
- Clear the area
Remember that dynamite cannot be stacked in your inventory, so each stick takes up one slot. Plan your storage accordingly, especially when playing with a team.
Uses For Dynamite
Dynamite has several valuable applications beyond just blowing things up:
- Opening Bank Vaults: One of the most practical uses for dynamite is cracking bank vaults without needing to find banker zombies for their access codes.
- Accessing Sterling Mines: The Sterling Mines contain valuable resources, including more dynamite, but require explosives to break through the initial entrance. Place and detonate dynamite at the mine entrance to gain access to the deeper areas and the room containing the Jade Sword.
Conclusion
Dynamite is one of the tools in Dead Rails, offering both utility and combat applications that can significantly enhance your survival chances. Whether you’re blasting open bank vaults, clearing hordes of enemies, or accessing secret areas, mastering the use of dynamite will make you a more effective survivor in the wasteland.
