Roblox’s Dead Railsalready knows how to keep you on edge, but if the regular ride wasn’t chaotic enough, Nightmare Mode is here to make the game even more difficult. This brutal mode turns the game experience upside down, catching you off guard and increasing the tension with each successive stop.

But don’t worry if you haven’t played in this mode before. If you’re bold enough to brave this cursed train ride, we’ve got your back. In this guide, we will explain how to unlock Nightmare Mode, what changes to expect, and how to actually survive until the last bridge crossing.

The player character choosing a Nightmare Mode in the team-size lobby screen in Dead Rails.

Nightmare Mode — Explained

Nightmare Mode in Dead Rails is the game’s ultimate challenge. You won’t have access to it immediately becauseit only unlocks after completing a successful run on normal difficulty. Whether solo or with a team, as long as you reach the end and lower the final bridge into Mexico once, Nightmare Mode becomes available to select on the team-size lobby screen.

Alternatively, if you haven’t passed the normal mode before,you can simply join another player who has already done so and unlocked the Nightmare. There are some key differences, so here’s what you need to know about the Nightmare mode:

While Nightmare Mode strips you of many conveniences,it offers a silver lining: moreBonds. Completing a Nightmare run rewards you with20 Bonds, double the amount you’d get from normal mode. That’s a solid payout for the risk involved. To make your life a little easier, here are a few survival tips:

Nightmare Mode is tough, punishing, and relentless. But with the right gear, the right team, and the right mindset, it’s absolutely beatable. Just don’t let your guard down, not even for a second.