99 Nights in the Forest: How to Tame Animals
Animals can now be tamed in 99 Nights in the Forest, allowing you to have your own little pet companions while you try to survive for as long as possible. In order to tame animals, you'll need a special item and master the art of animal friendship. This comprehensive guide will cover everything from obtaining the Taming Flute to advanced taming techniques.
How to Get a Taming Flute in 99 Nights in the Forest
The good news is you don't need to search far and wide for the Taming Flute. The easiest way to get it is to look for it as soon as you spawn into 99 Nights in the Forest.
Finding the Starter Flute
Look for the canopy with the red flags and blanket near your starting campsite. In the center of the blanket, you'll find a basket that contains multiple Old Taming Flutes. This location should be close to your campsite, typically in the first ring of the map before you expand it.
Alternative Methods
- Crafting at higher levels
- Rare chest drops
- Trading with NPCs
Flute Types
- Old Taming Flute (Basic)
- Good Taming Flute (Upgraded)
- Master Taming Flute (Advanced)
How to Tame Animals in 99 Nights in the Forest
Once you have the Taming Flute, you're ready to start calming those forest beasts. The taming process requires patience and skill, but the rewards are well worth the effort.
Animal Approach and Assessment
Approach the animal with the Taming Flute equipped, and a green ring will appear around them along with red angry faces. The more angry faces displayed, the harder the animal will be to tame. This visual indicator helps you assess the difficulty level before committing to the taming process.
1 Face
Easy to tame
2 Faces
Medium difficulty
3 Faces
Hard to tame
The Taming Mini-Game
When you choose to tame an animal, a mini-game will begin. Similar to the fishing mechanic, two bars will appear on your screen that you need to manage simultaneously.
Right Bar: Taming Progress
This bar shows your progress in taming the animal. Your goal is to keep this meter from dropping into the red zone and instead fill it until it turns completely green, indicating the animal is ready to be fed.
Left Bar: Timing Challenge
This bar features a constantly moving red indicator. You must click at the right moment to keep the red bar within the green section. The longer you maintain proper timing, the faster the taming progress bar will fill.
How to Feed Animals in 99 Nights in the Forest
When you've successfully filled the taming meter and it turns green, the animal will be ready for the final taming step. A speech bubble will appear above its head showing the specific food it requires.
Animal Food Preferences
| Animal | Preferred Food | Taming Difficulty |
|---|---|---|
| Rabbit | Carrots | Easy (1 face) |
| Wolf | 2 Steaks | Hard (3 faces) |
| Deer | Berries | Medium (2 faces) |
| Alpha Wolf | 3 Premium Steaks | Very Hard (Requires upgraded flute) |
Pro Tip: Multiple Feeding Sessions
For animals with higher difficulty ratings (more angry faces), you'll need to complete multiple feeding sessions. For example, a wolf with three red faces requires you to complete the mini-game and feeding process three times before it becomes your loyal companion.
How to Upgrade the Taming Flute in 99 Nights in the Forest
To tame more powerful animals like the Alpha Wolf and beyond, you'll need to upgrade your Taming Flute. This requires visiting a special building and earning experience through successful animal taming.
Finding the Upgrade Building
The Taming Flute can be upgraded by visiting a new building in 99 Nights in the Forest. To locate this building, craft a map at your workbench using three logs. The upgrade building will be marked with an exclamation point on your map.
Earning Taming Experience
To improve your Taming Flute, you need to earn XP by successfully taming animals. Each animal tamed contributes to your overall taming level, unlocking access to better flutes and more powerful animal companions.
Flute Upgrade Path
- Old Taming Flute: Basic animals only
- Good Taming Flute: Unlocks medium-difficulty animals
- Master Taming Flute: Allows taming of Alpha animals
Benefits of Upgrading
- Easier taming of lower-level animals
- Access to rare and powerful creatures
- Reduced mini-game difficulty
- Special abilities for certain animals
How to Interact With Pets in 99 Nights in the Forest
Once a creature becomes your loyal pet, you can interact with it in multiple ways to enhance your survival experience in the forest.
Basic Pet Commands
Follow
Pets automatically follow you after taming
Sit/Stay
Command your pet to remain in one location
Dismiss
Release a pet to make room for new companions
Pet Management Strategy
You can only have two pets at a time, so strategic pet management is crucial. As you upgrade your Taming Flute and gain access to more powerful animals, you'll need to dismiss previous companions to make room for superior ones.
Example Upgrade Path
If you tame a rabbit and a wolf with an Old Taming Flute, and then upgrade to a Good Taming Flute, you'll want to dismiss one of your pets to make room for an Alpha Wolf or other advanced creature.
Remember: Dismissed pets cannot be recovered, so choose wisely!
Advanced Animal Taming Tips for 99 Nights in the Forest
Preparation is Key
- Stockpile appropriate food before attempting to tame
- Ensure you have enough inventory space
- Choose taming locations away from hostile creatures
- Time your taming attempts during daylight for better visibility
Mini-Game Mastery
- Practice timing with easier animals first
- Focus on the moving bar while periodically checking progress
- Take breaks if you're struggling - frustration affects performance
- Upgrade your flute to make the mini-game easier
Success Indicators
When a pet has been successfully tamed, you'll notice several visual changes:
- Hearts will replace the angry faces above the animal
- A paw print icon will appear on or near the animal
- The animal will respond to your commands
- Your taming XP will increase
Video Tutorial: Taming Your First Animal
Master the Art of Animal Taming
With this comprehensive guide, you're now equipped with all the knowledge needed to become a master animal tamer in 99 Nights in the Forest. Remember to start with easier animals, upgrade your flute as you progress, and strategically manage your pet companions for optimal survival success.
Happy taming, forest survivor!
