In 99 Nights in the Forest, survival is a must, and that isn't possible without crafting beds, bandages, weapons, and many other things. Master every crafting recipe with this comprehensive guide covering all 40+ items across five crafting bench levels, plus exclusive Tool Workshop recipes. Whether you're surviving your first night or pushing for Day 300, this complete crafting guide reveals everything you need to dominate the forest.
99 Nights in the Forest features over 40 craftable items across five crafting bench tiers. To craft items, simply head to the crafting bench and press E. This will unlock the crafting table menu with recipes. Now, select the crafting recipe for the item you want to craft. Essential items include the Map (3 Wood), beds for day progression, defensive structures like walls and traps, and advanced Level 5 items requiring rare Gem of the Forest materials. The Tool Workshop anvil adds exclusive weapons and gear unavailable elsewhere.
Contents
| Bench Level | Materials Required | Total Recipes | Notable Unlocks |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 1 | Default | 4 | Map, Old Bed, Bunny Trap |
| Level 2 | 5 Wood, 1 Scrap | 10+ | Sun Dial, Farm Plot, Freezer |
| Level 3 | 15 Wood, 10 Scrap | 8 | Crock Pot, Radar, Biofuel Processor |
| Level 4 | 30 Wood, 20 Scrap, 2 Cultist Gems | 4 | Oil Drill, Teleporter, Ammo Crate |
| Level 5 | 50 Wood, 50 Scrap, 1 Gem of Forest | 3 | Respawn Capsule, Weather Machine |
| Tool Workshop | Varies | 7+ | Hammer, Chainsaw, Tactical Shotgun |
Crafting works by putting certain materials into the Grinder located to the east of the Campfire or to the left of the crafting bench. The system is straightforward once you understand the basics:
Your survival journey begins with these essential items available immediately:
| Item | Materials | Description | Max Crafts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Map | 3 Wood | Shows entire game map with player locations, structures, and chest spawns | 1 |
| Old Bed | 20 Wood | Increases day counter by 1 | 1 |
| Bunny Trap | 5 Wood | Catches food near burrows; gives 4 morsels with carrot bait | 10 |
| Crafting Bench 2 | 5 Wood, 1 Scrap | Upgrades to Level 2 | 1 |
Pro Tip: Always craft the Map first using your initial 3 Wood Logs. It's the single most important item for navigation and reveals crucial locations including the Tool Workshop and Cultist Strongholds.
Level 2 unlocks essential survival infrastructure:
| Item | Materials | Description | Max Crafts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sun Dial | 5 Scrap | Shows time remaining until day/night change | 1 |
| Farm Plot | 10 Wood | Grows carrots every 2 days automatically | 20 |
| Regular Bed | 5 Scrap | Increases day counter by 1 | 1 |
| Compass | 3 Scrap | Displays directional heading on screen | 1 |
| Wood Rain Storage | 5 Scrap | Keeps wood dry during rain | Unlimited |
| Shelf | 2 Scrap | Storage for items; blocks enemy movement | Unlimited |
| Freezer | 4 Scrap | Organized food storage | 1 |
| Log Wall | 12 Wood | Defensive fortification | Unlimited |
| Bear Trap | 3 Scrap | Damages and immobilizes enemies | 8 |
| Crafting Bench 3 | 15 Wood, 10 Scrap | Upgrades to Level 3 | 1 |
Advanced survival tools become available:
| Item | Materials | Description | Max Crafts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crock Pot | 10 Scrap, 15 Wood | Combines food into more nutritious stews | 1 |
| Good Bed | 10 Scrap, 10 Wood | Increases day counter by 1 | 1 |
| Radar | 10 Scrap, 15 Wood | Uses Scrap to detect key map locations | 1 |
| Boost Pad | 10 Scrap, 15 Wood | Provides speed boost when stepped on | 1 |
| Biofuel Processor | 12 Scrap, 12 Wood | Converts meat and logs into efficient fuel | 1 |
| Torch | 6 Scrap, 6 Wood | Expands safe zone radius | 1 |
| Lightning Rod | 8 Scrap | Protects players from lightning strikes | Unlimited |
| Crafting Bench 4 | 30 Wood, 20 Scrap, 2 Cultist Gems | Upgrades to Level 4 | 1 |
Late-game essentials requiring Cultist Gems:
| Item | Materials | Description | Max Crafts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ammo Crate | 30 Scrap, 20 Wood, 1 Cultist Gem | Trade Scrap for ammunition | 1 |
| Giant Bed | 30 Scrap, 20 Wood, 1 Cultist Gem | Increases day counter by 1 | 1 |
| Oil Drill | 35 Scrap, 25 Wood, 1 Cultist Gem | Periodically produces oil fuel | 1 |
| Teleporter | 25 Scrap, 15 Wood, 1 Cultist Gem | Creates instant travel between two points | Unlimited |
| Crafting Bench 5 | 50 Scrap, 50 Wood, 1 Gem of the Forest | Upgrades to Level 5 | 1 |
The highest crafting tier features game-changing survival tools that require the rare Gem of the Forest material.
| Item | Materials | Description | Max Crafts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Respawn Capsule | 40 Scrap, 40 Wood, 1 Gem of the Forest | Revives next dead player after charging | 1 |
| Temporal Accelerometer | 40 Scrap, 40 Wood, 1 Gem of the Forest | Skips the next night after charging | 1 |
| Weather Machine | 40 Scrap, 40 Wood, 1 Gem of the Forest | Prevents rain/storms for 3 days | 1 |
The Tool Workshop offers exclusive items unavailable through regular crafting benches. Located in a fortified castle structure, you must defeat cultist guards and assemble a three-piece anvil before crafting.
| Item | Materials | Description | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hammer | 5 Wood, 5 Scrap | Move and reposition placed structures | Price never increases |
| Bandages | 2 Bunny Foot, 2 Wolf Pelt | Heal damage and revive allies | Price increases per craft |
| Infernal Helmet | 1 Antler, 6 Scorpion Shell | Damage reduction + burn immunity | Replaces Mammoth Helmet |
| Chainsaw | 4 Cultist Gems, 4 Bear Pelt, 2 Alpha Wolf Pelt, 10 Scrap | Powerful melee weapon and logging tool | Random availability |
| Riot Shield | 4 Cultist Gems, 4 Bear Pelt, 6 Wolf Pelt, 6 Bunny Foot, 25 Scrap | Heavy damage reduction when held | Random availability |
| Tactical Shotgun | 4 Cultist Gems, 4 Bear Pelt, 2 Alpha Wolf Pelt, 10 Scrap | Ranged combat weapon | Random availability |
| Thorn Body | 4 Cultist Gems, 4 Bear Pelt, 2 Alpha Wolf Pelt, 10 Scrap | Damage reduction + reflects damage | Random availability |
Important: After assembling the anvil, players will be able to choose to craft three guaranteed items, the Hammer, Bandages, and Infernal Helmet (formerly the Mammoth Helmet,) along with one randomly selected item
Note that the amount of bolts it has, doesn't mean it gives the exact amount of scrap, for example, two bolts on it gives 3 Scrap
Common scrap items include:
Cultist Gems
Gem of the Forest The green stone consists of four shards, which can be found in the Cultist Stronghold and the Ice Temple
Using the Blacksmith Class, one can not only get more Scrap when placing in Scrap items (only on Blacksmith Level III, and at a percent chance) in the Grinder, but they can also craft certain items at a discount, as well as having access to the next tier of Crafting
In order to buy everything in the Crafting Bench at least once (including the Crafting Bench levels in themselves), the player would be required to have: 423 Logs, 419 Scrap, 6 Cultist Gems and 4 Gems of the Forest
99 Nights in the Forest is exclusively available on Roblox across all platforms:
All crafting recipes and mechanics remain consistent across platforms, though PC players may find inventory management easier with keyboard controls.
Join the thriving 99 Nights in the Forest community for advanced strategies and team coordination:
Simply interact with your current bench and select the upgrade option. Each level requires specific materials: Level 2 needs 5 Wood and 1 Scrap, Level 3 needs 15 Wood and 10 Scrap, Level 4 needs 30 Wood, 20 Scrap, and 2 Cultist Gems, and Level 5 needs 50 Wood, 50 Scrap, and 1 Gem of the Forest.
The Map is absolutely essential as your first craft. Using only 3 Wood Logs, it provides complete map visibility, shows teammate locations, marks important structures, and reveals chest spawns.
Some items have a white circle with a certain number inside, indicating how many of a certain item can be crafted during a run. Others like Shelves and Log Walls have unlimited crafting potential.
Cultist Gems drop from defeated Cultists during night raids on your base. The drop rate increases in later nights, and you can improve chances by surviving longer and defending against more raids.
Fragments can be discovered deep in the forest when the campfire is fully upgraded. They may also drop from ruby and gold chests. You need 4 fragments to create one complete Gem.
Yes! Craft a Hammer at the Tool Workshop using 5 Wood and 5 Scrap. This allows you to pick up and reposition most placed structures without losing resources.
Tool Workshop Respawning: Anvil pieces respawn after crafting, allowing multiple visits So you can return later to craft additional items.
Absolutely! At Level III, Blacksmiths have increased chances of bonus Scrap from the Grinder and can craft certain items at discounted rates, making resource management much more efficient.
No! Cross-Player Benefits: Crafted structures benefit entire team regardless of builder One player's crafted items benefit the whole team.
All beds increase the day counter by 1, but they require different materials. Old Bed needs 20 Wood, Regular Bed needs 5 Scrap, Good Bed needs 10 Scrap and 10 Wood, and Giant Bed needs 30 Scrap, 20 Wood, and 1 Cultist Gem.
Mastering the crafting system in 99 Nights in the Forest is absolutely essential for long-term survival. From your first Map to advanced Level 5 technologies, each crafted item plays a crucial role in your journey to Day 99 and beyond. Remember that successful crafting isn't about building everything—it's about strategic resource management and prioritizing items that match your survival style.
Focus on essential infrastructure first, maintain sustainable food and fuel systems, and gradually work toward those game-changing Level 5 items. With the Tool Workshop providing exclusive combat gear and the Blacksmith class offering crafting advantages, you have all the tools needed to conquer the forest's challenges.
Whether you're protecting your camp from Cultist raids, managing resources during harsh weather, or coordinating with teammates for that legendary Day 300 achievement, this complete crafting guide equips you with everything needed to thrive in Roblox's most challenging survival horror experience. Join the official Discord community to connect with fellow survivors and stay updated on the latest strategies.
Good luck, survivor—those 99 nights won't conquer themselves!