If you’re diving into 99 Nights in the Forest and wondering which class to pick, this guide will break down every class, ranking them from S to C tier based on their usefulness, perks, and overall value for both new and experienced players.
Understanding the Tier List
We’ll rank the classes into S, A, B, and C tiers. The ranking considers factors like:
- How powerful and useful the perks are
- How affordable or grind-heavy the class is to unlock and upgrade
- How much the class impacts gameplay and strategy
- Whether the class is friendly for free-to-play or casual players
C Tier — Basic but Not Bad
Camper
- Starts with a flashlight and reduced hunger drain.
- The flashlight helps visibility at night, but overall it’s not game-changing.
- Great for beginners who want something simple and cheap.
Why C? It’s basic utility, but you won’t carry your runs with it.
Scavenger
- Costs 25 diamonds.
- Opens chests 20% faster and increases sack space by 2.
- At higher levels, it can grant scrap as bonus drops.
- Handy for inventory management but grind-heavy to level up perks.
Why C? Useful but requires a lot of scrap farming to unlock full perks.
Decorator
- Starts with a hammer for crafting and improves furniture trader options.
- Can get some exclusive items early but doesn’t affect combat or survival much.
- The furniture trader perks aren’t very strong currently.
Why C? Fun for base building fans but less impactful overall.
B Tier — Good Support and Utility
Medic
- Improves healing efficiency and can upgrade medkits.
- Strong support class, especially in team play.
- Can turn the tide with better healing early and mid-game.
Why B? Great for teamwork but depends on your squad’s strategy.
Cook
- Starts with seasoning to improve food effects.
- Helps with hunger management and buffs.
- Supports sustained survival but isn’t combat-oriented.
Why B? Good for support players who focus on survival longevity.
Lumberjack
- Starts with a good axe and chance for bonus logs and saplings.
- Great for resource gathering, especially wood.
- Helps speed up building and crafting.
Why B? Fun and practical for farming materials but doesn’t boost combat.
Brawler
- Melee-focused with 30% more melee damage.
- Starts with leather armor, but scales well into late game with heavy melee weapons.
- Not for everyone but great for melee fans.
Why B? Potential late-game powerhouse if you like close combat.
Farmer
- Starts with watering can that increases chance for rare crops.
- Useful for farming rare food like pumpkins.
- Good for specific achievements like vegetarian runs.
Why B? Niche usefulness but not a combat or overall game-changer.
A Tier — Strong and Versatile Classes
Hunter
- Starts with extra bear traps and increases meat and pelt drop rates.
- Great for hunting and gathering resources early and mid-game.
- Helps with both offense and resource farming.
Why A? Solid choice for balanced offense and resource gain.
Ranger
- Starts with a flashlight, revolver, and ammo.
- Ammo refund chance on shot perks at higher levels.
- Great ranged combat class with strong utility.
Why A? Strong for combat-focused players who want ammo efficiency.
Alien
- Costs 100 diamonds.
- Starts with the ray gun (energy weapon) and excellent night visibility.
- Moves faster when charged, can sprint faster than most.
- Affordable high-tier option with great combat perks.
- Why A/S? Very versatile, good damage, and mobility.
Base Defender (Honorable Mention)
- Costs 40 diamonds.
- Focused on base defense with defense blueprints.
- Useful for team roles protecting structures.
- Why B/A? Still new, but promising for strategic team play.
S Tier — The Best of the Best
Cyborg
- Most expensive and hardest to unlock at 200+ diamonds.
- Starts with laser cannon and alien armor (second-best armor in game).
- Laser cannon perks improve recharge and damage.
- Alien armor greatly improves survivability.
- Makes runs easier and more fun thanks to offense and defense.
- Why S? The most powerful and enjoyable class, worth saving for.
D Tier (Bottom Tier) — Hard to Recommend
Assassin
- Costs 500 diamonds, nearly impossible for most players to buy.
- Has increased sprint speed and throwing knives.
- Katana isn’t strong; throwing knives rare in chests.
- Takes 15% less health but the offensive perks aren’t worth it.
- Many players regret buying this class.
- Why D? High cost and low value, with frustrating perk mechanics.
Blacksmith
- Costs 200 diamonds.
- Can craft higher tier items earlier and get crafting discounts.
- Requires heavy grinding to unlock perks.
- Not as useful for most players compared to other classes.
- Why D? Overpriced and underwhelming compared to other classes.
Final Thoughts
- S Tier classes like the Cyborg and Alien are best if you can afford them.
- A Tier classes are strong and versatile, great for combat and survival.
- B Tier classes offer good utility and support but aren’t usually game-breaking.
- C Tier classes are beginner-friendly but don’t offer much beyond basics.
- Avoid the Assassin and Blacksmith unless you have no other choice.
What Class Should You Choose?
- If you want power and fun, aim for the Cyborg or Alien.
- If you’re on a budget but want solid combat, go for Hunter or Ranger.
- For resource and team support, Medic, Cook, and Lumberjack are solid picks.
- Beginners can start with Camper or Scavenger to learn the ropes.