The new Dispatch 2 update has arrived in Dead Rails on Roblox, bringing a brand-new perk system that gives players extra bonuses and useful upgrades. In the previous Dispatch update, we got new titles, but this time we have a new Perks menu with several upgrades to unlock.
In this guide, we will explain how the new perk system works, how to unlock all the perks, and how to upgrade and equip them. We will also go through the different bonuses, including discounts, extra inventory space, and damage reduction.
If you want to make your next Dead Rails run easier, these perks are worth checking out. Let’s take a closer look at the Dispatch 2 update and everything you need to know about the new Fallen Frontiers game mode.
Dead Rails Dispatch 2 Update Guide – All New Perks, Unlock
To unlock the new perks, you need to play the Fallen Frontiers game mode, which is part of the Dispatch 2 update.
In this mode, safe zones are taken over by enemies. Unlike the previous update, where only a few safe zones were occupied, now every safe zone needs to be cleared before you can reclaim it.
Your main objective is to travel between towns, defeat the enemies occupying them, and free the safe zones. As you clear more safe zones across multiple runs, you will unlock new perks and rewards.
The first rewards include Frontier Credit, a title, and Iron Skin. Keep progressing through Fallen Frontiers to unlock more perks.
What Is the Fallen Frontiers Game Mode?
Fallen Frontiers is the new game mode where you must fight enemies to reclaim safe zones.
When you start a run, you will notice that the towns and safe zones have been taken over by different enemy groups. Your job is to clear each location by defeating every enemy inside it.
Different Enemies in Safe Zones
The enemies occupying each town can change between locations and runs. You may encounter groups such as:
- Outlasts: These enemies can occupy safe zones and must be defeated before you reclaim them.
- Oculus: Another enemy type that can appear during your runs.
- Zombies: Some safe zones may be occupied by zombies.
- Outlaws: You can also encounter outlaw enemies in different towns.
Because the enemy types are randomized, you should be prepared to fight different groups as you progress through the game mode.
How to Know When a Safe Zone Is Cleared
When you reach a town, search the area and eliminate all the enemies you find.
Once every enemy has been defeated, the safe zone will be cleared. One useful sign shown in the video is that you can enter the town’s store and find supplies such as ammunition after clearing the enemies.
Keep moving between safe zones and repeating this process to make progress toward unlocking more perks.
All New Perks in Dead Rails Dispatch 2
The Dispatch 2 update introduces several perks that provide useful bonuses during your runs. You can unlock them through progression in Fallen Frontiers and then equip the ones you want to use.
Here are the perks and bonuses shown in the update.
1. Frontier Credit
Frontier Credit gives you a discount on your first purchase at a safe zone.
At the first tier, you receive a 25% discount on the first item you purchase. Upgrading the perk to Tier 2 increases the discount to 35%.
This is a useful perk if you want to save money when buying supplies and equipment during your runs.
2. Iron Skin
Iron Skin is a defensive perk that reduces the melee damage you take from enemies.
This can be helpful when you are fighting enemies at close range, especially when clearing occupied safe zones in Fallen Frontiers.
If you regularly take damage while fighting enemies, this perk may be worth considering.
3. Extra Storage
Extra Storage increases the amount of space available in your inventory.
In the example shown in the video, the player has two additional inventory spaces from the perk. The normal inventory has 10 spaces, while the game pass provides another five spaces.
With the Extra Storage perk equipped, the player gets two more spaces, bringing the total to 17.
This is a useful option if you often run out of inventory space while collecting supplies and items.
4. Ranged Damage Reduction
Another perk reduces the damage you receive from ranged weapons.
This can help you survive encounters against enemies that attack from a distance. It may be especially useful when moving through towns where enemies can attack you before you get close enough to fight them.
5. Speed Boost
The Speed Boost perk gives you a movement speed bonus for a short period.
According to the video, the fully upgraded version provides an 8% speed boost for 3 seconds.
This can help you move around more quickly during combat and while traveling between locations.
Note: The video does not provide the complete names and exact effects of every perk in the menu, so this guide covers the perks and bonuses that were specifically described.
How to Equip Perks in Dead Rails
After unlocking a perk, you can equip it through the new Perks menu.
Follow these steps:
- Open Dead Rails and access the Perks menu.
- Check which perks you have unlocked.
- Select the perk you want to use.
- Equip it in your available perk slot.
- Enter a normal game and enjoy the bonus.
The system shown in the video has one perk slot, so you need to choose the perk that best suits your playstyle.
For example, Extra Storage is a good choice if you want to carry more items, while Iron Skin can help if you want to take less melee damage.
How to Upgrade Perks
You can also upgrade your unlocked perks to improve their effects.
To do this, open the Perks menu, select the perk you want to upgrade, and use the required currency to purchase the upgrade.
For example, Frontier Credit increases its discount from 25% at the first tier to 35% at Tier 2.
Other perks can also provide stronger bonuses when upgraded, depending on their effects.
Important: The video was recorded on a test server, so the upgrade prices shown there are not necessarily final. The creator mentions a cost of 500 Bonds per upgrade in the test version, but the actual prices may change when the update is released.
Are Dead Rails Dispatch 2 Perks Permanent?
Yes, according to the update information shown in the video, the perks you unlock are intended to be permanent, even after the Dispatches event ends.
This means your progress can provide lasting benefits rather than rewards that disappear when the event finishes.
You can unlock perks through Fallen Frontiers, upgrade them, and equip them when playing normal Dead Rails games.
Best Perks to Use in Dead Rails
The best perk depends on what you need during your runs. Here are a few suggestions based on the bonuses described in the video.
- For carrying more items: Choose Extra Storage to increase your inventory capacity.
- For surviving melee fights: Use Iron Skin to reduce melee damage.
- For saving money: Equip Frontier Credit to get a discount on your first safe-zone purchase.
- For dealing with ranged enemies: Consider the ranged damage reduction perk.
- For moving faster: Choose Speed Boost for its temporary movement bonus.
If you’re unsure which perk to unlock or upgrade first, Extra Storage is worth considering if you frequently collect supplies, while Iron Skin may be more useful if you struggle with close-range combat.
The Dispatch 2 update adds a new perk progression system to Dead Rails, giving players more reasons to play Fallen Frontiers and reclaim occupied safe zones.
To unlock perks, enter Fallen Frontiers, defeat the enemies occupying each town, and continue freeing safe zones to earn new rewards. Once you unlock a perk, you can equip it, upgrade it with Bonds, and use its bonus during your runs.
The main perks discussed in the video include Frontier Credit, Iron Skin, Extra Storage, ranged damage reduction, and Speed Boost. Since the perks are intended to remain permanent after the event ends, progressing through the new game mode can be worthwhile.
Keep clearing safe zones, experiment with different perks, and find the upgrades that work best for your playstyle in Dead Rails!