The latest 99 Nights in the Forest update introduces the adorable Dino Kid, but don’t let his cute appearance fool you—this event requires you to actively take care of him while searching for several hidden items scattered around the map.
Unlike previous quests, this one isn’t just about finding collectibles. You’ll also need to keep Dino Kid alive by feeding him throughout your run. If you ignore him for too long, his hunger will drop, making it much harder to finish the event.
Here’s a complete walkthrough of every step.
How to Start the Dino Kid Quest
To begin the event:
- Join a new game or queue.
- Find Dino Kid somewhere in the world.
- Talk to him.
- Choose to Befriend him.
Once you do, Dino Kid joins you and the quest officially begins.
Keep Dino Kid Fed
After becoming friends, Dino Kid has a Hunger meter that slowly decreases over time.
Throughout the event, you’ll need to regularly feed him to keep him happy.
He accepts various foods, including:
- Carrots
- Other food items you find while exploring
It’s a good idea to carry extra food whenever possible since you’ll be traveling around the map looking for clues.
Build a Map
Before searching for Dino Kid’s missing belongings, build a Map at your base.
The map marks the search area for each clue, making it much easier to locate the required items.
Without it, you’ll spend much more time wandering the forest.
Step 1 – Find the Lunch Box
The first objective is locating Dino Kid’s Lunch Box.
After checking your map, head to the highlighted search area.
The Lunch Box is hidden somewhere inside the marked zone, though the exact location varies between servers.
Once you find it:
- Pick it up.
- Return to Dino Kid.
- Give him the Lunch Box.
He’ll happily open it, earn experience, and level up.
Step 2 – Find the Yo-Yo
After returning the Lunch Box, the next clue unlocks.
Now you’ll need to find Dino Kid’s Yo-Yo.
Again, check your map for the highlighted search area.
One thing to remember is that the Yo-Yo often appears close to the edge of the yellow search circle, so don’t only search the center.
After finding it, bring it back to Dino Kid.
He’ll level up again after receiving it.
Feed Dino Kid Again
Before continuing, make sure Dino Kid isn’t hungry.
If his hunger bar is getting low, feed him before leaving to search for the next clue.
Keeping him healthy throughout the event saves a lot of trouble later.
Step 3 – Find the Crayon
The third missing item is Dino Kid’s Crayon.
The Crayon can appear in several locations, but one confirmed spawn is inside the Military Building.
Search carefully throughout the marked area until you locate it.
After picking it up, return it to Dino Kid to unlock the final objective.
Step 4 – Find the Dino Plush
The last item you’ll need is the Dino Plush.
Like the previous clues, your map will reveal a search area.
When you interact with the Dino Plush, you’ll receive a warning that taking it will cause you to be attacked during the night.
Despite the warning, you’ll still need to collect it to finish the event.
After picking it up, return to Dino Kid one final time.
Dino Kid Levels
As you return each missing item, Dino Kid gradually levels up.
The progression looks like this:
- Level 1 – After befriending him
- Level 2 – Return the Lunch Box
- Level 3 – Return the Yo-Yo and Crayon
- Level 4 – Return the Dino Plush and complete the quest
Once Dino Kid reaches Level 4, you’ve successfully finished the update.
Item Spawn Locations
Keep in mind that most quest items spawn randomly inside the highlighted search area.
The exact location changes between games, but here’s what to expect:
| Item | Where to Look |
|---|---|
| Lunch Box | Anywhere inside the marked search area |
| Yo-Yo | Often near the edge of the yellow search circle |
| Crayon | Commonly found inside the Military Building |
| Dino Plush | Inside the final highlighted search area |
If you don’t immediately find an item, continue searching the entire zone rather than only checking the middle.
Tips for Completing the Event Faster
A few things make this update much easier:
- Build your Map as early as possible.
- Always keep extra food for Dino Kid.
- Search the edges of marked zones instead of only the center.
- Check buildings thoroughly, especially during the Crayon objective.
- Return every item immediately before moving on to the next clue.
Staying organized helps prevent unnecessary backtracking.
The Dino Kid update is one of the more enjoyable story-focused events in 99 Nights in the Forest. Instead of simply collecting items, you’re actually responsible for taking care of Dino Kid throughout the adventure, which adds a nice survival element to the quest.
Although some clues can take a little while to locate because their spawn positions vary, the event is fairly straightforward once you understand the progression. As long as you keep Dino Kid fed, use your map to track each search area, and return every item as soon as you find it, you’ll have Dino Kid reaching Level 4 and the entire update completed in no time.