99 Nights in the Forest Player Classes

Choosing the Right Class

99 Nights in the Forest offers several player classes, each with unique abilities and starting equipment. Choosing the right class can significantly impact your gameplay experience and team dynamics in multiplayer.

Some classes are available by default, while others can be purchased with Robux in the game shop. Each class is designed to fulfill a specific role, making team composition an important strategic consideration.

Free Classes

Survivor (Default)

Starting Equipment: Basic tools, no special abilities

The standard class with balanced stats. A good choice for new players learning the game mechanics. The Survivor class provides a well-rounded experience without any specialized advantages or disadvantages.

Premium Classes

Medic

Starting Equipment: Two Bandages, Medical Kit

This is a critical class for multiplayer survival. Starting with two bandages provides a significant advantage for team revives. In cooperative play, the Medic can be the difference between victory and defeat.

This is a critical question for multiplayer survival. To be clear: Bandages and Medkits are not craftable. You must find them as rare loot drops while exploring the map, typically inside buildings, sheds, and abandoned crates. Because they are finite and scarce, they should be used strategically. The "Medic" class (a paid role available in the shop) is extremely valuable as it allows a player to start the game with two bandages, providing a significant early-game advantage for the team. For a full breakdown of spawn points, see our dedicated bandage location analysis.

Engineer

Starting Equipment: Blueprint for Advanced Workbench

Perfect for players who focus on base building and crafting. The ability to build higher-level workbenches faster is invaluable. Engineers can accelerate team progression by unlocking advanced crafting recipes earlier.

Scout

Starting Equipment: Enhanced Flashlight, Speed Boost

Ideal for exploration and Deer avoidance. The enhanced flashlight is particularly useful for solo players. Scouts can gather resources more efficiently and escape dangerous situations with their speed boost.

Team Composition Strategies

In multiplayer, having a balanced team composition is crucial for long-term survival. Here are some recommended combinations:

Balanced Team

  • 1 Medic for revives
  • 1 Engineer for base building
  • 1 Scout for exploration
  • 1 Survivor for flexibility

Defensive Team

  • 2 Engineers for rapid base construction
  • 1 Medic for team support
  • 1 Scout for early warning

Exploration Team

  • 2 Scouts for efficient resource gathering
  • 1 Medic for safety
  • 1 Engineer for portable base building

Class Synergy

The most successful groups in 99 Nights in the Forest are those that leverage class synergies effectively. For example, an Engineer can build advanced workbenches that unlock recipes for better weapons, while a Scout can quickly gather the resources needed for those crafts. Learn more about effective team strategies in our multiplayer guide.