Dead Rails modes
Last verified 2026-11-03. Sources are listed at the bottom.
| Mode | Length / objective | Reward or restriction |
|---|---|---|
| Normal | 80 km and bridge defense | 10 completion Bonds |
| Bite-Sized | 40 km; shorter finale | 5 completion Bonds; first-clear bonuses separate |
| Nightmare | Harder full run | 20 completion Bonds; less loot, no passive regeneration |
| Endless | Continue beyond the normal ending | Documented permanent mode; bugs can interrupt runs |
| Scorched Earth | Special permanent mode | Requires None class |
| Deep Freeze | 40 km | Permanent special mode |
| Alien | Activate five levers and finish | Permanent Alien class unlock |
| Edison’s Revenge | 40 km, two-minute defense | Returned during Halloween; event availability |
| Yeat / Eggstravaganza / frost events | Historical event rules | Do not assume currently selectable |
Challenges are separate
Use the lobby Challenge Board for weekly and one-time objectives. A challenge is not the same as a mode selector. Event ownership and old screenshots do not prove that an event is currently open.
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Questions
Is Endless real?
Yes. The current community Gamemodes and Endless entries document it. The three older title cards on this site were not a complete list.
Which mode is shortest?
Bite-Sized has a documented 40 km route. Actual completion time depends on looting, combat and the team.