CHESTS & LOOT
Discover all chest types in 99 Nights in the Forest. Learn about their spawn rates, locations, special mechanics, and valuable loot drops to maximize your treasure hunting.
The most common chest you'll find. A small wooden box with metal corner bumps and a tiny lock. Contains basic survival items perfect for getting started.
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Second most common chest with a distinctive cylindrical lid. Offers better loot than Common Chests, including improved tools and basic armor.
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Third most common chest featuring a metal frame construction. Contains decent weapons and tools, including ranged weapon ammunition.
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A rare chest found in deep forest areas. Contains high-quality equipment, advanced tools, and valuable materials essential for late-game survival.
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A valuable chest found in the deepest parts of the forest. Contains advanced weapons, rare materials, and high-tier equipment for experienced survivors.
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The rarest naturally occurring chest, found primarily in the Cultist Stronghold. Contains the most powerful weapons and equipment. Automatically downgrades to a Gold Chest after being opened by the first player.
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An extremely rare chest that only appears after completely clearing the Cultist Stronghold. Always contains exactly 5 Diamonds, making it invaluable for purchasing classes.
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A mysterious chest that can only be obtained by defeating the Alien Mothership. Contains advanced alien technology and weapons not found anywhere else.
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CHEST HUNTING STRATEGIES
Early Game (Nights 1-25)
- • Focus on finding Common and Good Chests in structures
- • Dig up dirt patches to find hidden chest locations
- • Prioritize chests near your starting area for safety
- • Look for chests in houses and small buildings first
- • Don't venture too deep into the forest early on
Mid Game (Nights 26-75)
- • Start exploring deeper forest areas for rarer chests
- • Iron and Legendary Chests become more important
- • Prepare properly before chest hunting expeditions
- • Map out chest locations for efficient looting routes
- • Consider the risk vs reward of distant chests
Late Game (Nights 76-99)
- • Ruby Chests are worth the dangerous journey
- • Clear the Cultist Stronghold for Diamond Chests
- • Defeat the Mothership for unique Alien technology
- • Farm Ruby Chests by repeatedly raiding strongholds
- • Every chest becomes critical for end-game survival