The goal of the game is expand the campfire, explore, and rescue the kids. During these activities, you will be attacked by cultists, deer, a ram, and an owl. There are also many mini games in between. But here the major task is to do, no matter how you play. In a team or solo, these tasks are unavoidable. To summarize things faster checkout the short but quick day-wise schedule you can follow to survive 99 nights.
- Days 1–5: Stay within 1 minute run of the Campfire.
- Days 6–10: Explore the “Mid-Ring” (Towers/Sheds) for Scrap.
- Days 11–20: Deep Woods. Look for “The Laboratory” or “Cave Systems”.
- Post-Day 50: Do not explore at night. Only move during the day.
Special Milestones (Late Game)
Day 50: Halfway Point
- The Cultist King often appears. He has a high health. Requires Diamond Weapons or Shotguns to kill effectively.
Day 66: The Darkness
- Often cited as a “Pitch Black” night where flashlights are less effective. Stay strictly within Campfire range.
Day 99: The Final Stand
- Do not leave the base. The spawn rate of enemies is tripled. Fuel the fire to 100%, repair all walls, and huddle in the center. Surviving until dawn awards the Survivor Badge.
Below is the day plan that focuses on the Early Game, which spans from Day 1 to Day 99 and includes a fixed event. Then there are Cyclical Events, which means these events repeat till Day 99. Also, make sure you always check our 99 nights in the forest codes for latest unlocks and free daimonds in the game.
The Deer watches you from the trees but is passive. Only safe night to explore the dark without fear. Use this time to gather wood and explore.
- Upgrade Campfire (Clear Fog)
- Craft a Map (3 Wood)
- Locate Coal Rock
The Pelt Trader spawns near your fire. He requires a Rabbit’s Foot for his first trade. If you miss him, he leaves at nightfall.
- Kill Bunnies for Rabbit’s Foot
- Craft a Map (3 Wood)
- Trade for Good Axe
- Build 4x Log Walls
The first RNG Event triggers tonight. Watch the sky. If it’s Aliens, hide. If Meteors, dodge. If Frogs, hunt them for poison.
- Get a Weapon (Spear/Axe)
- Stockpile 10+ Fuel
- If Frogs: Collect Poison Sacs
Small groups of Cultists begin probing defenses. They can jump over single walls, so ensure your perimeter is double-layered or guarded.
- Double-layer your Walls
- Craft Bandages (3 Cloth)
- Replant saplings around base
The Safety Period ends. The Owl or The Ram will likely attack. If your fire goes out during the fight, the fog will kill you instantly.
- Equip Flashlight (Stuns Owl)
- Overstock Campfire to Max
- Do NOT chase bosses into dark
The Pelt Trader returns (approx every 4 days). He now wants a Wolf Pelt. Prepare for tougher trades like the Flashlight or Revolver.
- Kill a Wolf (Kite it)
- Craft a “Good Axe”
- Craft a “Good Sack”
Trees near your base are likely gone. You must venture further to find resources. The “Anvil” building usually holds scrap.
- Locate “Anvil” Building on Map
- Loot 10+ Scrap
- Upgrade Bench to Tier 2
A standard survival night. Use this downtime to organize chests and cook food. Do not get complacent; check your fuel reserves.
- Build a Garden Plot
- Cook “Meat Stew”
- Organize Chests (Loot/Mats)
High-tier mobs (like Bear or Alpha Wolf) begin spawning in the woods. You need better armor before the Day 10 raid.
- Craft Iron Armor (if possible)
- Craft 20+ Arrows
- Repair all Walls
A coordinated attack by Cultists or Entities. They will target your walls to break them. Defend the fire at all costs.
- Full Fuel (Max Bar)
- Assign 1 Teammate to Repair
- Survive until dawn
The Cycle – Recurring Events
For Day 11 onwards, the game enters a loop. Events like Cultist attacks, deer attacks, etc., etc., increase.
Another Random Event (Aliens/Meteors) is likely. Check the sky at dusk for UFO lights or falling stars.
- Look for UFO Lights
- Listen for Frog Croaks
- Prepare specialized defense
The Pelt Trader is back. He will ask for higher tier items now: Alpha Wolf Pelt or Bear Pelt. Buy better upgrades.
- Have Alpha Wolf Pelt Ready
- Have Bear Pelt Ready
- Check for “Diamond” trades
A Boss Night is due. The Ram (Volcano Biome) or The Owl will attack. Ensure you have ammo and medical supplies.
- Craft Medkits
- Check Turret Ammo
- Verify Wall Integrity
If you survive tonight, you earn the Survival Badge. Do not risk your life for loot. Stay in the base and wait.
- Stay in the corner of base
- Keep Fire Maxed
- Celebrate at Dawn!