If youβve made it past Day 100 (or even 300!) in 99 Nights in the Forest, you already know survival isnβt just about running from wolves or keeping the fire alive. The real game-changer? Crafting. This guide will walk you through every craftable item in the game, which are must-builds, and which ones you can skip. Welcome to your Definitive 99 Nights in the Forest Crafting Guide.
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All Crafting Benches & Items
Crafting in 99 Nights in the Forest is divided into four crafting benches, each unlocking more advanced and specialized gear. Letβs break them down.
Crafting Bench 1 Items
| Item | Materials | Worth Crafting? |
|---|---|---|
| Map | 3 Wood Logs | Must-have. Knowing your position is survival 101. |
| Farm Plot | 10 Wood Logs | Useful later for biofuel via carrots. |
| Workbench 2 Upgrade | 1 Scrap, 5 Logs | Mandatory progression. |
Crafting Bench 2 Items
| Item | Materials | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sundial | 5 Scrap | Helpful time tracker. Optional. |
| Compass | 3 Scrap | Pointless if you have the map. |
| Old Bed | 5 Scrap | Optional. Boosts Day counter by +1 daily. |
| Wood Rain Storage | 5 Scrap | Minor use. Logs donβt degrade. |
| Shelf | 2 Scrap | Purely cosmetic. |
| Bear Trap | 3 Scrap | Avoid. Low damage and not worth the hassle. |
| Workbench 3 Upgrade | 10 Scrap, 15 Logs | Required to progress. |
Crafting Bench 3 Items
| Item | Materials | Worth It? |
|---|---|---|
| Crack Pot | 10 Scrap, 15 Logs | Optional. Useful with food-focused teammates. |
| Boost Pad | 10 Scrap, 15 Logs | More gimmick than utility. |
| Biofuel Processor | 12 Scrap, 12 Logs | Decent for fire fuel. |
| Torch | 6 Scrap, 6 Logs | Aesthetic, but nice if you’re tight on space. |
| Good Bed | 10 Scrap, 10 Logs | Same function as Old Bed. Optional upgrade. |
| Lightning Rod | 8 Scrap | Build this! Lightning strikes are rare, but brutal. |
| Workbench 4 Upgrade | 20 Scrap, 30 Logs, 2 Cultist Medallions | Mandatory. Late-game gear unlocked. |
Crafting Bench 4 Items
| Item | Materials | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ammo Crate | 20 Scrap, 30 Logs, 2 Medallions | Great ammo source, but not mandatory. |
| Oil Drill | 35 Scrap, 25 Logs, 1 Medallion | Must-have. Infinite fire fuel. |
| Giant Bed | 30 Scrap, 20 Logs, 1 Medallion | Again, just boosts your Day counter. Optional. |
| Teleporter | 25 Scrap, 15 Logs, 1 Medallion | Two needed. Limited use. Skip it. |
How to Get Better Tools & Gear
Surviving past 99 nights isnβt just about hiding from the monstersβitβs about gearing up. Here are your best options:
1. Explore Everything
Chests, old sheds, and containers often hold hidden gems. You can find:
- Upgraded Sacks
- A Chainsaw or improved Axe
- Rifles, Pistols, or Spears
2. Trade with the Fur Trader
The Fur Trader appears randomly during the evenings. Trade pelts in this order for better tools:
- Rabbit Foot
- Wolf Pelt
- Alpha Wolf Pelt
- Bear Pelt
The downside? Pelts donβt always drop and the trader doesnβt show up every night. So, your best bet is still looting.
Final Crafting Tips
- Build smart β Donβt waste resources on shelves or boost pads early.
- Beds = Bragging Rights β Want a higher Day count? Stack beds.
- Fuel First β Get that Oil Drill once you can. Eternal fire = stress-free nights.
- Stay Organized β Even if shelves are optional, a tidy base can save your life during chaos.
Survive, Craft, Thrive
Thatβs everything you need to know in our Definitive 99 Nights in the Forest Crafting Guide. With the right strategy and a bit of resource management, you’ll be crafting like a pro, sleeping in style, and lighting up the forest like itβs your personal fortress.
Keep building, and weβll see you on Day 400.