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.

Common Chest
Common
Spawn Rate:95%
Location:All Structures

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.

Possible Drops:

Bandage
Good Sack
Good Axe
Old Flashlight
Spear
Revolver + Ammo
Fuel Canister
Flower Seeds
Good Chest
Uncommon
Spawn Rate:75%
Location:Common Structures
Special:Cylindrical Lid Design

Second most common chest with a distinctive cylindrical lid. Offers better loot than Common Chests, including improved tools and basic armor.

Possible Drops:

Leather Body Armor
Fuel Canister
Spear
Revolver + Ammo
Bandage
Good Sack
Good Axe
Berry Seeds
Iron Chest
Uncommon
Spawn Rate:50%
Location:Uncommon Structures
Special:Metal Frame Construction

Third most common chest featuring a metal frame construction. Contains decent weapons and tools, including ranged weapon ammunition.

Possible Drops:

Rifle + Ammo
Revolver + Ammo
Strong Flashlight
Good Sack
Good Axe
Berry Seeds
Carrot Seeds
Legendary Chest
Rare
Spawn Rate:25%
Location:Deep Forest Areas
Special:Found in Rare Locations

A rare chest found in deep forest areas. Contains high-quality equipment, advanced tools, and valuable materials essential for late-game survival.

Possible Drops:

Strong Axe
Iron Body Armor
Barbed Wire Blueprint
Strong Flashlight
Giant Sack
Medkit
Diamond
Oil Barrel
Cultist Gem
Gold Chest
Rare
Spawn Rate:15%
Location:Deepest Forest Areas

A valuable chest found in the deepest parts of the forest. Contains advanced weapons, rare materials, and high-tier equipment for experienced survivors.

Possible Drops:

Advanced Weapons
Rare Materials
High-Tier Armor
Valuable Resources
Ruby Chest
Epic
Spawn Rate:5%
Location:Cultist Stronghold
Special:Downgrades to Gold Chest After Opening

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.

Possible Drops:

Chainsaw
Kunai
Riot Shield
Thorn Armor
Tactical Shotgun
Forest Gem Fragment
Diamond Chest
Legendary
Spawn Rate:1%
Location:Cultist Stronghold (Complete)
Special:Always Drops 5 Diamonds

An extremely rare chest that only appears after completely clearing the Cultist Stronghold. Always contains exactly 5 Diamonds, making it invaluable for purchasing classes.

Possible Drops:

5x Diamonds
Alien Chest
Legendary
Spawn Rate:1%
Location:Mothership (Victory Required)
Special:Contains Alien Technology

A mysterious chest that can only be obtained by defeating the Alien Mothership. Contains advanced alien technology and weapons not found anywhere else.

Possible Drops:

Alien Armor
Laser Sword
Laser Cannon
Diamond

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