Survival in 99 Nights in the Forest depends heavily on your arsenal. Whether you’re fending off wolves, cultists, or alien threats, your ability to secure powerful weapons early—and use them well—can determine how long you last. This guide breaks down every weapon currently available in the game, including how to obtain them and their key attributes.
Weapon Categories
Weapons in 99 Nights in the Forest fall into three primary types:
- Melee Weapons – Ideal for close combat, reliable when ammo is limited.
- Ranged Weapons – Great for engaging threats from a distance.
- Tools – Mainly for gathering, but many double as effective weapons early on.
Some classes are restricted in weapon usage. For example, the Brawler class excels at melee but cannot use ranged weapons.
How to Get Weapons
There are five main methods to obtain weapons in the game:
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Starting Class Loadouts | Some classes spawn with specific weapons (e.g., Assassin starts with Katana and Kunai). |
| Pelt Trader | Appears on Day 2; accepts pelts in exchange for weapons and tools. |
| Chests | Scattered across the map with varying rarity and loot quality. |
| Gun Cabinets | Appear inside forest cabins and houses; often contain a Revolver or Rifle with ammo. |
| Crafting | Some weapons like the Chainsaw or Tactical Shotgun can be built at the Workshop. |
Rare Chests begin spawning once your Campfire reaches level 4. Leveling up the Campfire expands loot options and spawns better chests.
Tools (Also Used as Weapons)
| Weapon | Use | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Old Axe | Basic tool and melee option | Default starting item |
| Good Axe | Cuts trees in 5 swings | Good Chests, Pelt Trader, Lumberjack class |
| Strong Axe | One-shot trees, high damage | Gold Chests, Pelt Trader (4th trade) |
| Chainsaw | Fast tree-cutting, moderate damage | Ruby Chests, Craft at Workshop |
Melee Weapons
| Weapon | Description | How to Get |
|---|---|---|
| Spear | Balanced melee weapon | Good Chests, Pelt Trader (2nd trade) |
| Katana | Agile and fast swing speed | Assassin Class only |
| Morningstar | Highest melee damage | Gold Chests |
| Laser Sword | Energy-powered, high damage weapon | Alien Chests or UFO Crash Sites (random spawn locations) |
Ranged Weapons
| Weapon | Capacity | Description | How to Get |
|---|---|---|---|
| Revolver | 6 Rounds | Basic sidearm with quick draw speed | Good Chests, Pelt Trader, Ranger Class, Gun Cabinets |
| Rifle | 1 Round | High-damage sniper-type weapon | Gold/Legendary Chests, Pelt Trader, Gun Cabinets |
| Kunai | 120 Uses | Throwable weapon with recharges | Assassin Class, Ruby Chests |
| Tactical Shotgun | 4 Rounds | Devastating at close range | Ruby Chests, Craft at Workshop |
| Ray Gun | Unlimited | Rechargeable futuristic weapon | Alien Chests or after a UFO Crash |
| Laser Cannon | High energy | Powerful area damage | Alien Chest, Cyborg Class |
Weapon Traits:
- Kunai can be thrown up to 120 times; recharges by picking up another Kunai.
- Ray Gun and Laser Sword require energy; Ray Gun has infinite ammo but needs cooldown between bursts.
- Rifle and Shotgun require their specific ammo type—often found in Gun Cabinets.
Chest Rarity & Weapon Availability
| Chest Type | Notable Drops |
|---|---|
| Good Chests | Good Axe, Spear, Revolver |
| Gold Chests | Strong Axe, Rifle, Morningstar |
| Ruby Chests | Chainsaw, Tactical Shotgun, Kunai |
| Alien Chests | Laser Sword, Ray Gun, Laser Cannon |
| Legendary Chests | Rifle, Strong Axe (less common than Ruby drops) |
Tip: Gun Cabinets near structures often contain Revolvers or Rifles with some ammo.
Class Loadout Bonuses
Choosing the right class early can drastically change your first few nights:
| Class | Starting Weapon(s) |
|---|---|
| Assassin | Katana, Kunai |
| Ranger | Revolver |
| Lumberjack | Good Axe |
| Alien | Ray Gun |
| Cyborg | Laser Cannon |
Pelt Trader Exchange Guide
The Pelt Trader is your early ticket to stronger weapons. He appears on Day 2 and offers the following trades:
| Trade Tier | Weapon | Required Materials |
|---|---|---|
| First Trade | Good Axe | Rabbit Foot |
| Second Trade | Spear or Revolver | Wolf Pelt |
| Third Trade | Rifle | Bear Pelt + Wolf Pelt |
| Fourth Trade | Strong Axe | Two Bear Pelts |
Tip: Prioritize pelts early to get an edge in combat before cultist waves start.
Best Place to Farm High-Tier Weapons
Cultist Strongholds are the ultimate test—but also the best farming grounds.
- Location: Deep in the forest, resets every 20 minutes.
- Enemies: Fight waves of cultists.
- Rewards: Multiple Gold Chests and a guaranteed weapon drop room.
The Stronghold resets every 20 minutes, so you can repeatedly farm it for high-tier loot and Diamonds.
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Mastering the weapon system in 99 Nights in the Forest is about more than just luck—it’s about planning. Choose your class wisely, don’t ignore the Pelt Trader, and always keep an eye out for chests and UFO crash sites. Upgrade your Campfire to unlock rarer loot sources, and build a consistent farming route to maximize weapon access. If you aim to survive all 99 nights, understanding how and where to get the best weapons is non-negotiable. Play Now!
