Choosing the right Class is the most important decision you’ll make in 99 Nights in the Forest. This deep progression system allows you to specialize your playstyle, turning you into a master hunter, an unbreakable defender, or a life-saving medic. This ultimate guide breaks down all 23 classes, their diamond costs, unique perks, and how to navigate the controversial daily stock system to build the perfect survivor.
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How the Class System Works
Before you choose, understanding the system’s mechanics is crucial:
- Access: Find the general store to the left in the lobby or click the “Classes” button on the left side of your screen.
- The Stock System: As of July 25, 2025, classes operate on a daily stock rotation. Every 24 hours, a random selection of classes is available for purchase. You cannot buy a class unless it is “in stock” that day.
- Progression: Each class has 3 levels. You start at Level 1 and unlock Levels 2 and 3 by completing specific in-game challenges.
- Pay-to-Skip: You can use Robux to skip the grind: 250 Robux to skip to Level 2 and 400 Robux to skip to Level 3 (requires Level 2 first).
Complete Class Tier List & Breakdown
Here is a detailed look at every class, organized by their diamond cost and role.
Budget Starter Classes (10-50 Diamonds)
| Class | Diamond Price | Level 1 Perk | Best Level 3 Perk | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camper | 10 | +10% reduced hunger drain | Spawn with a Stew | Great for beginners. Reduces early-game pressure. |
| Scavenger | 25 | +2 sack space | Chance to get scrap as a bonus drop from chests | Essential. Extra inventory is always valuable. |
| Base Defender | 40 | Starts with 2 defense blueprints | Defenses you place deal higher damage | Niche but powerful for base-building strategies. |
| Medic | 40 | 5x faster revives | One of your bandages upgrades to a Medkit | S-Tier for teams. Incredible utility for multiplayer. |
| Cook | 40 | Seasoned food restores more hunger | 25% chance to make a Hearty Stew | Strong support. Greatly improves food efficiency. |
| Hunter | 40 | Increased meat droprate | The pelt trader will offer an extra wolf pelt trade | A-Tier. The best class for farming pelts and gear. |
| Decorator | 40 | Furniture trader offers +1 item per visit | Furniture is discounted by 25% | D-Tier. Purely cosmetic, least useful class. |
| Support | 45 | Info Pending | Info Pending | Awaiting community testing. |
| Fisherman | 50 | Your fishing rods level up faster | Fish hook on to your fishing rod faster | Situational. Good for players who focus on fishing. |
Mid-Tier Specialists (70-100 Diamonds)
| Class | Diamond Price | Level 1 Perk | Best Level 3 Perk | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ranger | 70 | Start with 18 ammo | Start with 30 ammo | Excellent for gun users. Solves early ammo scarcity. |
| Lumberjack | 70 | 20% to get 1 bonus log from trees | 20% to get 1 or 2 bonus logs from trees | Great for builders. Ensures a steady supply of wood. |
| Farmer | 80 | Use watering can for rarer crops | Farm plots are guaranteed to grow 1 pumpkin | Strong passive income. For long-term survival. |
| Brawler | 100 | +40% HP, +30% melee dmg | 5% chance to block incoming damage | Tank build. For players who prefer melee combat. |
| Alien | 100 | Excellent night vision | Sprint faster at full alien tech charge | Fun and unique. Built around alien tech weapons. |
| Berserker | 100 | Auto-revive after first death | Deal higher damage as your HP gets lower | High-risk, high-reward playstyle. |
High-Cost Elite Classes (150-600 Diamonds)
| Class | Diamond Price | Level 1 Perk | Best Level 3 Perk | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chef | 150 | Cook unique recipes | Unlock a new recipe | S-Tier Support. Best-in-class food bonuses. |
| Blacksmith | 200 | Craft items 1 tier higher | Chance for extra scrap from grinder | S-Tier Crafter. Drastically accelerates progression. |
| Poison Master | 200 | Stronger poison effects | Attacks deal increased damage to poisoned enemies | A-Tier Damage. Synergizes with poison spear/knives. |
| Assassin | 500 | +10% sprint speed, -15% HP | 10% chance for Kunai in chests | Glass cannon. For skilled, aggressive players. |
| Cyborg | 600 | Alien tech deals increased damage | Kills restore alien tech energy | End-game Alien. Maximizes alien weapon potential. |
| Pyromaniac | 600 | Auto-cook food on drop | Move faster for every burning enemy | Chaotic fun. Powerful area-of-control with flamethrower. |
| Big Game Hunter | 600 | Consume pelts for bonuses | Infinitely consume mammoth tusks for permanent health | S-Tier Solo. The ultimate survival class for longevity. |
Best Starter Classes to Buy First
- Hunter (40 Diamonds): The pelt trade bonus is invaluable for securing end-game gear.
- Medic (40 Diamonds): Makes you a team asset and dramatically improves survivability.
- Scavenger (25 Diamonds): More inventory space is a universal quality-of-life upgrade.
- Camper (10 Diamonds): The cheapest way to significantly reduce early-game hunger stress.
Community Sentiment & Trivia
- The Hated Stock System: The daily random stock is the “most hated feature in the game” as it artificially locks progression behind luck.
- Total Cost: It would cost 3,755 Diamonds to buy every class.
- Class Lore: Notes found around the map are written by the Hunter, Camper, and Ranger, connecting the classes to the game’s world.
- Visual Tiers: 4-star classes have a gold outline. 5-star classes have a gold and fire outline.
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