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99 Nights in the Forest: Complete Alien Class Guide

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A green, blocky alien character in a black military-style vest holds a purple and blue raygun, aiming it at a low-poly gray wolf with red eyes in a dark, misty forest.

The eerie woods of 99 Nights in the Forest hide many secrets, but few are as thrilling as the arrival of the Alien class. More than just a playable option, this class represents a turning point in the game where survival horror bends into science fiction. With access to futuristic weapons, unique abilities, and ties to the mysterious UFO events that appear mid-run, the Alien class offers players both power and lore-driven intrigue.

Whether you’re saving up Diamonds or already piloting your own raygun, this guide explores everything about the Alien class—from unlocking it to mastering its alien technology.

Alien Class Breakdown

Class NameRarityCostStarting GearUnique SkillsLevel-Up Path
Alien★★★ (Rare)100 DiamondsRaygunAlien Tech (night vision boost, sprint modifiers, recharge system)Defeat enemies using Alien Tech

Abilities by Level

  • Level 1: Enhanced night vision; reduced sprint speed when Alien Tech overheats.
  • Level 2: Faster Alien Tech recharge, making combat smoother.
  • Level 3: Sprint speed bonus when Alien Tech is fully charged.
A user interface screen from a game showing the "Alien" class selected. The character model is a green alien holding a raygun, with its stats and required diamonds displayed next to a list of other classes like "Lumberjack" and "Cyborg."
Image Credit: Grandma’s Favourite Games

The Alien’s strength lies in its energy management system. You’re always balancing bursts of power against cooldown. Unlike conventional classes, the Alien forces you to think in cycles: fire, recharge, reposition, strike again.

How to Unlock the Alien Class in 99 Nights in the Forest?

Unlocking the Alien class requires 100 Diamonds. For mid-game players, this is a steep but fair investment compared to high-end classes like Cyborg (600 Diamonds) or Assassin (500 Diamonds).

Diamonds can be earned through consistent gameplay or purchased to speed things up. Most players recommend prioritizing Alien early if you enjoy combat-focused runs, since its mechanics help you farm Diamonds faster for late-game classes.

Tips for Playing as Alien

  • Use your night advantage. The visibility boost makes nighttime your strongest phase.
  • Control your sprint. Don’t drain your Alien Tech bar recklessly—save energy for fights.
  • Farm in the Mothership. Elite Aliens provide reliable experience and practice for managing energy.
  • Pair with Cyborg. Both Alien and Cyborg thrive on Alien Tech kills, creating devastating synergy in multiplayer.

Who Are the Aliens in 99 Nights in the Forest?

Aliens in 99 Nights in the Forest aren’t just background lore—they’re active enemies. Hostile from the moment you encounter them, they appear after Night 4 when UFOs begin streaking across the skies. Some ships crash, bringing chaos and opportunities. One crash site even serves as the gateway to the Mothership, the stronghold where alien Elites wait.

Their presence reshapes the forest. Suddenly, you aren’t just dealing with wolves, cultists, or deer. The game shifts into a sci-fi survival story, with technology as both a weapon and a burden.

How to Trigger the Alien Event

Aliens are tied to one of the most memorable sequences in the game—the UFO event. Here’s how it unfolds:

  • Night skies fill with UFOs. Some pulse red, signaling imminent crashes.
  • Four UFOs fall across the map. Each crash site is unique, but one leads to the elusive Mothership.
  • The green-glowing wreckage. This is your signal—you’ve found the entry point into the alien stronghold.
A crashed blue and purple UFO is half-buried in a green, blocky forest landscape, with red and brown blocky ground textures surrounding it.
Image Credit: Grandma’s Favourite Games

Inside the Mothership, every room is a challenge. Elite Aliens guard the path, and their bodies function as biometric keys. Defeating them is not just combat—it’s progress.

Alien Lore and Origins

Lore hunters will find the Alien class particularly fascinating. Early in the game, a dead alien body lies next to a hologram projector repeating the ominous message: “Backup is coming.”

This single line suggests a broader conflict. Did the cultists or deer slay the first alien? Why do cultists seem unbothered by alien reinforcements in later cutscenes? The possibility of an alliance lingers, deepening the tension between factions. Playing as Alien doesn’t just unlock new mechanics—it lets you embody this mysterious narrative thread.

Is Alien the Best Class for Its Price?

This is where the debate heats up. Many players argue that Alien outperforms more expensive classes in terms of utility, consistency, and damage output. The raygun alone—endless ammo with a heat-based cooldown—makes it superior to classes relying on scarce ammunition.

Cyborg may eventually eclipse Alien in raw power, but at six times the cost, Alien remains the most efficient investment in the game. For players who want both lore-rich gameplay and strong survival mechanics, Alien is often considered the best mid-tier class.

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