Published: October 25, 2026 
To get the Cowboy Hat of the Dead UGC and badge in Roblox's The Hollow, you must complete the Phantom Train quest in Dead Rails. This involves finding a secret portal, unlocking doors with keys, and defeating enemies. Here's a complete guide to completing the Hollow quest in Dead Rails to obtain the Cowboy Hat of the Dead.
How to Get the Cowboy Hat of the Dead in Dead Rails Hollow Quest
To complete the Hollow quest in Dead Rails, you must find the Phantom Train, collect Phantom Keys, and defeat enemies along the way. Here's how to complete the quest.
1. Find the Secret Portal
Launch Dead Rails and enter a game to start the Hollow Quest. You can play solo or team up with friends to complete the quest. First, locate the mysterious stain in the starting area. Interact with it to trigger a jumpscare and get a Phantom Key. Once you have the key, look for the red Phantom Lock near your train. Use the key on the lock to open the secret portal leading to the Phantom Train.
2. Travel Through the Phantom Train
Once you board the Phantom Train, you must collect five unique items to progress. You can store items like Ammo, Silverware, and Guns in your Sack to complete this requirement. While exploring the different locations, stock up on ammo and collect any weapons you find. You'll encounter hostile enemies and zombies along the way, so prepare for combat.
3. Defeat the Banker and Get the Vault Code
Follow the railway through the designated towns till you reach the Bank. Defeat the banker to get a code, which you need to unlock the vault. Enter the Bank and use the code to open the vault. Collect the Phantom Key inside before leaving the area.
Once you have the key, return to the train and use it on the Phantom Lock to progress further in the Hollow quest in Dead Rails.
4. Defeat the Boss and Get the Final Key
Your next stop is Stillwater Prison. Enemies here are armored and use weapons like revolvers and swords, so keep your distance during combat. Aim for their unarmored areas to deal damage more effectively. After defeating the enemies, enter the prison and locate the Phantom Key embedded in a stone. Interact with it to pull it out.
Pulling out the key spawns the Goliath boss. Defeat the Goliath to leave the prison. Aim for its unarmored areas and maintain your distance while dodging its explosive rounds. After defeating the boss, collect the Phantom Key and return to the train to continue your Hollow quest journey in Dead Rails.
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How to Claim the Cowboy Hat of the Dead UGC for Dead Rails in The Hollow
After completing all objectives in the Hollow quest in Dead Rails, speak to the Phantom Conductor to finish the quest. Once you leave the Phantom Train, you earn the Cowboy Hat of the Dead badge. Then, leave the game and return to The Hollow event hub.
Take the elevator to the third floor and find the secret Dead Rails room. Inside, locate the pedestal near the Dead Rails portal and interact with it to claim the Cowboy Hat of the Dead UGC.
That covers the Cowboy Hat of the Dead Badge and UGC in The Hollow on Roblox. Check out how you can get other free UGC items in The Hollow.
FAQs
Find the mysterious stain in the starting area of Dead Rails and interact with it to get a jumpscare and your first Phantom Key.
Goliath uses explosive rounds, so keep your distance, stay mobile to dodge attacks, and shoot at its unarmored body parts to deal maximum damage.
You must collect five unique items, such as Ammo, Silverware, or Guns, and store them in your Sack to fulfill the requirement.
