99 Nights in the Forest is one of Roblox’s most fun and challenging games. It requires skills, quick thinking, and the right amount of decision-making.
Besides the decisions you make in-game, you also have to make the right call in the class you choose, even before creating a lobby. These classes are important because they dictate how you approach a game from early to late.
So without much delay, let’s get started.
What are Classes in 99 Nights in the Forest
Classes are traits or abilities which contribute to the overall player experience in 99 Nights in the Forest. There are 28 classes currently in the game, and each class has its unique perks and starting items.
Every class comes with a total of 3 perks, and there is even an option to roll for a 4th perk, but that will cost you 60 diamonds. This 4th perk is a completely random perk from the 81 other perks in the game, so odds are it could be good or bad.
How to Unlock Classes in 99 Nights in the Forest
You can unlock a class by purchasing it from the class shop in the game lobby. The cost of each class can range from 10 to as high as 600 diamonds.
List of all Classes in 99 Nights in the Forest
Class
Cost Amount (Gems)
Star Rating
Starter Tool(s)
Camper
10
1
1x Flashlight
Scavenger
25
2
N/A
Base Defender
40
2
2x Base defense Blueprint
Cook
40
2
1x Seasoning
Decorator
40
2
1x Hammer
Fisherman
50
2
1x Fishing Rod
Hunter
40
2
2x Bear Trap
Medic
40
2
2x Bandage
Support
45
2
1x Bandage
Lumberjack
70
3
1x Good Axe
Ranger
70
3
1x Flashlight, 1x Revolver, 18x Revolver Ammo
Zookeeper
70
3
1x Old Taming Flute
Undead
100
3
1x Bandage
Gambler
55
3
1x Random Item
Farmer
80
3
1x Watering Can
Alien
100
3
1x Ray Gun
Beserker
100
3
1x Medic Kit
Brawler
100
3
1x Leather Body
Firebandit
200
4
1x Infernal Crossbow, 1x Wildfire
Beastmaster
400
4
1x Good Flute
Chef
150
4
1x Chef’s Station Blueprint, 1x Recipe Book
Blacksmith
200
4
1x Hammer
Poison Master
200
4
1x Blowpipe, 1x Poison Armour
Assassin
500
5
1x Katana, 120x Throwing Knives
Cyborg
600
5
1x Alien Armour, 1x Laser Cannon
Pyromaniac
600
5
1x Flamethrower
Big Game Hunter
600
5
1x Rifle, 12x Rifle Ammo
Necromancer
600
5
1x Cultist Staff
All Classes Explained
There are a total of 5 tiers classes in 99 Nights in the Forest. The higher the tier, the more unique perks and starter items you get.
This doesn’t necessarily mean the 5th tier has the best classes, it just means it has the most unique perks and or items. So let’s take a look at each of these classes, and talk about what makes them so special.
The camper is by far the cheapest class in the game, and probably a decent first choice for newbies. However, I wouldn’t advise getting this class because the perks and starter tools are actually very easy to get.
The Scavenger class is a tier 2 class, and probably one I would recommend for players who like exploring in the early game. Although, it definitely isn’t that great either because you don’t get a starter item (which is weird), but for the price, it is a decent start to have.
Before I explain this class further, here are the perks:
Level 1 Perk: 2 sack space.
Level 2 Perk: Open chests 20% faster.
Level 3 Perk: Chance to get scrap as a bonus item from chests.
From the perks, it should be obvious that this class relies on a player’s ability to explore and bring back more materials than any other class. So if you are an expert in finding materials, and escaping the wildlife in game, then this class is a decent start for you.
As the name suggests, this class is for players who enjoy creating a safe haven for themselves and others. Your duty as a base defender is to make the lives of every Cultist raider miserable when they try to enter your camp.
These are the perks you can get in this class:
Level 1 Perk: Starts with 2 defense blueprints
Level 2 Perk: Defenses can be upgraded/upgraded durability
Level 3 Perk: Defenses you place deal higher damage
If you do decide to get this class, here is a useful tip. Ensure your traps are set in a way that you or your team can easily bait Cultist into entering them. Having a setup like that can either weaken or kill the cultists without putting anyone in harm’s way.
This class is by far one of the tastiest out there (no pun intended). The food a cook makes can restore more hunger, and this can be useful especially when exploring.
Here are the perks:
Level 1 Perk: Seasoned food restores more hunger
Level 2 Perk: The Crockpot cooks 20% faster
Level 3 Perk: 25% chance to make a Hearty Stew
For the record, only the Cook and Chef can make seasoned food, and a seasoned food. While a Hearty Stew restores half of your hunger, heals for 15 health, and warms you up in cold weather.
The decorator’s main goal is to ensure the camp looks aesthetically pleasing. While having a pretty camp is okay, this class does not contribute in any way to overall survivability.
Level 1 Perk: Furniture trader offers +1 item per visit
Level 2 Perk: Furniture trader is always visible on the map when visiting
The Fisherman truly lives up to his name and is an expert at fishing. But besides baiting out fish, he doesn’t bring any other benefits to himself or the team.
Level 1 Perk: Your fishing rods level up faster
Level 2 Perk: Fishing rod casts are instant and further
Level 3 Perk: Fish hook onto your fishing rod faster
However, if you do enjoy the peace that comes with fishing, then consider having this class as your main.
The medic is an exceptionally good team player, and the keyword there is Team Player. Which means if you plan on going solo, then this class ain’t for you.
Level 1 Perk: 5x faster revives
Level 2 Perk: Improved revive on others, restores more health and hunger
Level 3 Perk: One of your bandages upgrades to a Medkit
In all honesty, I don’t really consider the Ranger a good enough class for the price. It just feels like everything about it is actually easy to get, even in the early stages of the game.
This class was added during the Taming update, and it is yet again another disappointing class for the price. None of the perks feel exceptionally useful, and every other class can tame animals regardless.
Level 1 Perk: Your taming whistle levels faster
Level 2 Perk: Feeding tamed animals restores more of their health
Level 3 Perk: You can tame animals faster with the flute
While this class isn’t exactly the most useful in the early stages, he starts to shine later on when his rare crops are needed. One of such scenarios is the taming of a Mammoth.
Level 1 Perk: Use the watering can to get rarer crops from farm plots
Level 2 Perk: Some saplings you plant will grow into apple trees
Level 3 Perk: Farm plots you water are guaranteed to grow 1 pumpkin
This is one of the best classes in the game when it comes down to survivability. The ray gun deals a lot of damage, and its perks are all very useful from early to much later on in the game.
Level 1 Perk: Excellent visibility at night and sprint slower when alien tech is overheating
Level 2 Perk: Alien tech recharges faster
Level 3 Perk: Sprint faster when alien tech is at full charge
If your play style revolves around mad aggression, then consider getting this class. The perks are really good, and you can stand your ground against multiple enemies.
Level 1 Perk: After first death, auto-revive with low HP and hunger
Level 2 Perk: On reviving, receive a strength boost for a short duration
Level 3 Perk: Deal higher damage as your HP gets lower
This class is definitely an acquired taste and the play style has to fit yours. It is all about close range combat meaning, you have to constantly close in the gap especially against ranged foes.
Level 1 Perk: Can’t use ranged weapons, +40% HP, and +30% more damage with melee weapons
Level 2 Perk: 10% health regeneration, regenerates sooner after taking damage
I consider this class as yet another great, but underrated class. The aim of this game is to survive, and to survive you need to craft useful tools, and he is an expert at that.
Level 1 Perk: You can craft items in the next crafting bench tier (up to tier 4)
Level 2 Perk: 2 random crafting bench recipes will have discounts
Level 3 Perk: Chance to get extra scrap from items you put in the grinder
This class ensures you can craft more items, and even unlocks higher tier items without needing to upgrade your crafting table.
The Assassin is a must have class, and it is probably the best tier 5 class in game. You also start with a cool Katana(similar damage with the Spear), and a lot of throwing knives.
Level 1 Perk: 10% sprint speed, -15% HP, and 5% chance for Throwing Knives to spawn in chests
Level 2 Perk: First hit on an enemy has a chance to critically strike
Level 3 Perk: 10% chance for Throwing Knives to spawn in chests
This is one of the best Mid to late game classes, and you start to see its full potential once you have crafted an Oil Drill. That is basically unlimited ammo for you.
Level 1 Perk: Reload your flamethrower with fuel canisters and oil barrels, and food is auto-cooked on drop
Level 2 Perk: Fuel canisters and oil barrels restore even more fuel
Level 3 Perk: You move faster for every burning enemy
Now this class might seem complicated but it really isn’t. You basically collect the souls of dead cultists and use it to resurrect them under your control.
Think of it like the Beastmaster, but with zombie Cultists instead of Wolves.
Level 1 Perk:
You collect souls from dead cultists
Use your staff to consume souls and resurrect cultists
Level 3 Perk: You get better night vision the more cultists you have
Final Thoughts
To make the right decision on which class to purchase depends on the kind of player you are. While some classes require passive gameplay, others require a player to either be aggressive, or explore more of the map.
However, one thing to always remember is, the cost of a class doesn’t dictate how good or bad it is. The important thing is, you have fun playing it.
Hi, I’m Tana Joshua Ayo-Ogbor, a competitive gamer and writer who loves creating in-depth Roblox and Minecraft guides, Top 10s, and gameplay tips. I’ve competed in the African Esports Championship and enjoy sharing pro-level insights to help players level up their game. When I’m not writing, you’ll probably find me grinding the ranks in MLBB or Dota 2.
