The Unicorn Horse Class has made a return in Dead Rails, and if you missed it during April Fools, now’s your chance to unlock it. This limited-time challenge appears through the Horsing Around mode—an intense survival run where you play as a horse trying to escape Mexico. If you finish the mode, you unlock the Horse Class, and if you already completed it during April Fools, you’ll get a special Unicorn skin added to it. Here’s a detailed guide on how to complete the mode and secure the class.
Rewards: Unlocking the Horse Class (and Unicorn Skin)
Once completed, you unlock the Horse Class permanently. If you already beat the event during April Fools, you also receive the Unicorn Horse skin when playing this class.
Step 1: Start the Horsing Around Mode
From the game menu, select Horsing Around mode. In this event, you’ll be transformed into a horse with limited speed and agility. Your goal is simple: survive the journey to the final outpost, spanning nearly 80 kilometers of travel through harsh environments and deadly night cycles.
Step 2: Gear Up Immediately
At the start:
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Grab a gun—either a shotgun, revolver, or ideally a rifle.
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Loot nearby buildings for armor and resources.
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Look for a lightning rod, which is crucial for surviving thunderstorm nights.
You’ll be vulnerable due to the slower horse movement, so having good gear early on is important.
Step 3: Survive the Night Cycles
Each night brings a different threat. Here’s how to handle each:
Thunderstorm Night
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Lightning rods protect you from being struck.
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If you don’t have one, stay inside buildings.
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Consider this night a blessing since there are no enemies—just the weather.
Zombie Night
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Zombies are slower, but you still can’t outrun them.
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Run forward, stop to shoot if they get close, and keep moving.
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Use bandages to recover when needed.
Vampire Night
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The hardest night by far.
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Vampires teleport and attack fast.
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Dodge their teleports by sidestepping.
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Use snake oil for a speed boost and bandages to stay alive.
Werewolf Night
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Similar to zombies but more dangerous.
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Shotguns work well up close.
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If one spawns in front of you, evade or shoot quickly.
Step 4: Loot Smart, Avoid Trouble
As you travel:
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Stop in towns to loot banks and houses.
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Sell items to buy weapons, ammo, and healing supplies.
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Outlaws drop a lot of cash—take them out if you’re confident.
Avoid major structures like castles or fortresses unless you absolutely need resources. These places often come with heavy enemy spawns.
Step 5: Find the Lab (Optional)
If you come across the lab:
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It’s a safe location filled with valuable loot.
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Look for items like Tesla’s brain, gold bricks, and iron bricks to sell later.
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It’s a great place to gear up without combat.
Step 6: Reach 80km and Prepare for the Final Raid
As you approach the final stretch:
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Ensure you’re stocked up on ammo, armor, bandages, and snake oil.
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Try to get a thunderstorm night near the end—it’s the easiest to survive.
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Avoid looting during this phase; just keep moving forward.
Step 7: Final Outpost Raid
At the end:
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Eliminate the turret outlaws at the front.
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Take out the remaining guards.
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Activate the bridge crank and be careful not to fall into the water—horse physics are buggy and falling can be fatal.
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Survive the final night if needed, then wait for the timer to finish.
Pro Tips to Make It Easier
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Play with friends, not randoms. Coordination helps a lot.
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Use safehouses during tough nights if you’re low on gear.
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Don’t waste time looting risky areas unless you’re under-equipped.
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Stay calm during Vampire Nights—they’re the most punishing but manageable with juking and healing.
Completing the Horsing Around challenge in Dead Rails takes patience, preparation, and smart decision-making. It’s one of the tougher modes in the game, but with the right strategy, you can unlock the Horse Class—and maybe even ride off in style with the exclusive Unicorn skin.