How to Get the Alien Class in Dead Rails — Secret Alien Mode

What Is the Alien Class in Dead Rails?

The Alien class is a secret, hidden class in Dead Rails that cannot be unlocked through normal gameplay progression. Unlike standard classes that you purchase with Bonds or gold, the Alien class requires players to discover and activate a hidden game mode known as Alien Mode — and then defeat it.

Based on multiple video sources and consistent community consensus, the Alien class is one of the most sought-after secrets in the game. It represents a significant achievement for players who enjoy uncovering hidden content.

For a complete overview of all standard classes in the game, check out our Dead Rails classes guide.

How to Unlock Alien Mode

Unlocking the Alien class starts with activating the secret Alien Mode. Here's the process as documented by the community:

Step 1: Start Any Game Mode

Alien Mode can be triggered in any game mode. Whether you're playing solo or with a group, the method works the same way. Start a run normally and proceed to your first outpost — the location where you spawn at the beginning of each run.

Step 2: Find the Secret Levers

Once at your starting outpost, carefully search the area for secret levers (hidden switches). These levers are not marked on the map or highlighted in the UI. Based on community reports:

• The levers are hidden in and around the starting outpost structures
• They blend into the environment and can be easy to miss
• You may need to check inside buildings, behind objects, and in less obvious locations
• Multiple community videos confirm the levers exist at the spawn outpost

Step 3: Activate the Lever and Trigger Alien Mode

When you find and interact with a secret lever, Alien Mode activates. This triggers a significant change in the game:

• Aliens begin spawning in and around the outpost
• The environment may change visually to reflect the alien presence
• The game effectively shifts into a special combat scenario

Step 4: Don't Kill the Aliens — Leave Immediately

This is the critical community-discovered step. According to widespread player reports and video evidence:

• Do not kill the aliens that spawn after activating Alien Mode
• Instead, immediately leave the first outpost and continue your run as normal
• The community consensus is that avoiding combat with the spawned aliens is part of the intended unlock sequence
• Killing the aliens may prevent the Alien class from unlocking, based on community experimentation

Step 5: Progress Through the Run

Continue playing the run normally. Based on community documentation, the Alien class unlocks after you progress through the game following the Alien Mode activation. The exact trigger for the final unlock is not universally agreed upon in the community, but players report that completing the run or reaching certain milestones after activating Alien Mode leads to the class being unlocked.

Tips for Unlocking the Alien Class

Based on aggregated community knowledge:

• Search thoroughly at the starting outpost — the secret levers can be in unexpected locations. Take your time and check every corner.
• Play with friends — having teammates help search the outpost makes finding the hidden levers faster and easier.
• Don't get distracted by the aliens — once Alien Mode triggers, focus on leaving immediately rather than engaging in combat.
• Try multiple runs — if you don't find the lever on your first attempt, the outpost layout may vary between runs. Keep trying.
• Watch community videos — multiple players have documented their successful unlocks on video, which can help you locate the levers more easily.

Is the Alien Class Still Available?

Important: Players report that the method to unlock the Alien class may change with future game updates. The Alien Mode activation through secret levers is currently an exploit of hidden game mechanics, and the community has noted that this kind of secret content is sometimes patched or modified by the developers.

As of the latest community reports, the Alien class can still be unlocked using the method described above. However, we recommend attempting this unlock as soon as possible, as future patches may alter or remove the secret lever mechanic.

The phrase "do this before they fix it" appears in multiple community video titles, reflecting the understanding among players that this unlock method may not be permanent. We present this information based on consistent community reports but cannot guarantee the method will work in all future versions of the game.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Alien class in Dead Rails?

The Alien class is a secret hidden class that you unlock by activating the hidden Alien Mode through secret levers at your starting outpost, then progressing through the run without killing the spawned aliens.

How do I activate Alien Mode?

Find and interact with secret levers hidden at your starting outpost in any game mode. This triggers Alien Mode and causes aliens to spawn.

Do I need to kill the aliens to unlock the class?

No. Based on community consensus, you should not kill the aliens. Instead, leave the first outpost immediately after activating Alien Mode and continue your run normally.

Can I do this in any game mode?

Yes. Alien Mode can be activated in any game mode by finding the secret levers at the starting outpost.

Will this method be patched?

Players report that the method may change with future updates. The secret lever mechanic is an undocumented feature, and the developers may modify or remove it. We recommend attempting the unlock soon.

For more class guides and unlock strategies, visit our Dead Rails classes guide or check out how to unlock all classes.