All 10 classes ranked — From Scout to Forager — July 2026
Starter · Free (default)
Reveals the location of entities (except Deer) every minute. The ultimate information-gathering class — knowing where threats are is the strongest defense.
Passive Ability
Reveals entities every minute
Playstyle
Support / Information
Premium · Diamonds
Massive damage bonus against entities. Can take down large threats like the Owl in one or two hits. The strongest solo PvE class.
Passive Ability
3x Damage vs Entities
Playstyle
Aggressive DPS
Premium · Diaminds
Bow specialist with extended range and silent shots. Best for ranged combat and stealth approaches.
Passive Ability
Silent Long-Range Bow
Playstyle
Ranged Skirmisher
Premium · Diamonds
Mandatory for late-game progress. Can light fires and protect the campfire from entities like the Deer. Essential team role.
Passive Ability
Can maintain fires safely
Playstyle
Support / Defender
Premium · Diamonds
Can revive downed teammates and provide regeneration. Essential for team survival in late-game raids.
Passive Ability
Revive + Regen Aura
Playstyle
Support Healer
Premium · Diamonds
Crafts potions for buffs and healing. Provides team utility through consumable creation.
Passive Ability
Brew Effect Potions
Playstyle
Crafter Support
Premium · Diamonds
Tracks footprints and other signs left by entities. Useful for predicting deer movements and ambush tactics.
Passive Ability
Track Entities via Signs
Playstyle
Tactical Tracker
Starter · Diamonds
Finds more loot from chests and bases. Solid for gathering resources quickly.
Passive Ability
Bonus Loot Rolls
Playstyle
Loot Farmer
Starter · Diamonds
Bonus damage during night hours when most threats appear. Solid defensive option.
Passive Ability
+Damage at Night
Playstyle
Night Fighter
Starter · Diamonds
Finds more food from bushes and trees. Helps with the hunger mechanic early on.
Passive Ability
Bonus Food Drops
Playstyle
Survivalist
Why: This setup covers boss damage, threat awareness, mandatory fire maintenance, team sustain, and ranged utility — optimal for surviving all 99 nights.
Note: Tier rankings reflect current 99 Nights meta (July 2026). Firekeeper is considered mandatory for late-game progress due to the Deer's fire-extinguishing mechanic. Scout and Big Game Hunter are top-tier for solo and team play respectively.