I’ve been completely obsessed with 99 Nights in the Forest lately, and if you’re anything like me, you’ve been eagerly waiting for Halloween Week 2 to drop. Well, the wait is finally over! The Potion Making update is launching Saturday, October 25, 2025, and I couldn’t be more excited to share everything I’ve discovered about this magical new feature. After spending countless nights exploring every corner of this mysterious forest and participating in the Trick or Treat event, I’m ready to dive into what promises to be the most creative Halloween update yet.
The Potion Making system isn’t just another cosmetic addition it’s a full-blown crafting mechanic that completely changes how we interact with the forest environment. From brewing transformation potions to creating powerful combat buffs, this update introduces strategic depth that I genuinely didn’t expect from a Halloween event.
The Potion Making update represents the second phase of the massive three-part Halloween celebration that’s been transforming 99 Nights in the Forest into a spooky wonderland. Unlike the Trick or Treat system that launched on October 18, this update focuses entirely on alchemical crafting and experimentation.
Here’s what makes this update special: you’ll be combining mysterious Halloween ingredients inside a cauldron to create potions with unique temporary effects. These aren’t your standard health potions—we’re talking about transformative brews that can alter your appearance, boost your movement speed, grant special abilities, or even create hilarious (and sometimes terrifying) side effects.
The developer description says it perfectly: “Create potions by combining different ingredients into the cauldron. Potions give awesome new effects! You may have to discover some new Halloween ingredients to make the potions though…” That mystery element is what has me most excited. The game is encouraging experimentation rather than just following recipes, which means the community will be discovering new combinations together.
Mark your calendars because the Potion Making event kicks off Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM PT and runs until Friday, October 31, 2025, at 5:00 AM PT. That gives us nearly six full days of brewing madness before Halloween officially ends.
I’ve converted the times for players around the world so nobody misses out:
| Time Zone | Event Start | Event End |
|---|---|---|
| PT (Pacific Time) | Saturday, Oct 25, 10:00 AM | Friday, Oct 31, 5:00 AM |
| ET (Eastern Time) | Saturday, Oct 25, 1:00 PM | Friday, Oct 31, 8:00 AM |
| BST (British Summer Time) | Saturday, Oct 25, 6:00 PM | Friday, Oct 31, 1:00 PM |
| IST (India Standard Time) | Saturday, Oct 25, 10:30 PM | Friday, Oct 31, 3:30 PM |
| JST (Japan Standard Time) | Sunday, Oct 26, 2:00 AM | Friday, Oct 31, 7:00 PM |
| AEST (Australian Eastern Time) | Sunday, Oct 26, 4:00 AM | Friday, Oct 31, 9:00 PM |
My strategy? I’m setting an alarm for the exact launch time. Based on my experience with previous 99 Nights in the Forest update parties, the first few hours are always the most exciting as players flood the servers and start discovering new mechanics together.
After playing through dozens of survival games on Roblox, I can honestly say that adding a proper alchemy system sets 99 Nights in the Forest apart from everything else. Most games treat potions as simple consumables you craft from fixed recipes, but this update seems to embrace the chaotic, experimental nature of real alchemy.
What excites me most is the discovery aspect. The developers have intentionally kept specific potion recipes secret, which means the community will need to work together to document combinations. I’ve already seen players in the Discord theorizing about ingredient combinations, and the speculation alone has been incredibly fun.
The timing is also perfect. After spending the last week collecting candies through the Trick or Treat system, having a completely different Halloween activity keeps the event feeling fresh. I appreciate that Grandma’s Favorite Games (the developers) didn’t just recycle mechanics—they’ve created distinct experiences for each week of the Halloween celebration.
From a gameplay perspective, potions add meaningful choice to the survival experience. Do I use my rare ingredients to craft a combat potion for tonight’s dangerous expedition, or do I save them for a transformation potion to complete a specific challenge? These kinds of decisions make the game feel more strategic and less repetitive.
Getting started with potion brewing is straightforward, but mastering it will take experimentation and time. Here’s exactly what you need to do once the update drops:
When you load into 99 Nights in the Forest after the update goes live, you’ll notice a new cauldron area added to the map. Based on the update pattern from previous weeks, I’m predicting it’ll be located near the central campfire area or possibly in a dedicated Halloween zone. The cauldron should be marked on your map with a special icon.
This is where the real adventure begins. You’ll need to explore the forest to collect new Halloween-specific ingredients that weren’t available before. The update description mentions we’ll need to “discover some new Halloween ingredients,” which suggests they’re hidden throughout different biomes.
Based on my experience collecting items in the Volcanic Biome and other areas, here are my predictions for ingredient locations:
Spooky Forest Areas: Look for glowing mushrooms, witch herbs, and cursed flowers near the decorated houses from the Trick or Treat event.
Cemetery Zone: The Halloween update added a cemetery with gravestones—I’d bet there are rare ingredients like spirit essence or ghost flowers here.
Night-Only Spawns: Some ingredients will likely only appear during nighttime, adding an extra layer of challenge and strategy to collection.
Enemy Drops: Cultists and Halloween-themed enemies might drop special crafting materials. I’m particularly interested to see if the Pumpkin Reaper NPC offers unique ingredients.
Here’s where creativity comes into play. Unlike the structured crafting system for weapons and tools, potion making seems designed for experimentation. You’ll combine different ingredients in the cauldron to discover new recipes.
My approach will be methodical: I plan to test ingredients in pairs first to understand basic effects, then move to three-ingredient combinations for more complex potions. I’m bringing a notebook to document every combination I try and the results—old-school alchemy style!
Once you’ve brewed a potion, it’ll occupy an inventory slot like any other consumable. The effects are temporary, so timing is crucial. I recommend saving your most powerful brews for specific challenges:
While the developers have kept specific recipes under wraps, I’ve analyzed the game’s existing mechanics and Halloween theme to predict what kinds of potions we might see:
Speed Boost Potion: Increases movement speed for faster forest exploration and enemy evasion. This would be incredibly useful for speedrunning between houses during Trick or Treat rounds.
Jump Enhancement: Greater jumping height to access previously unreachable areas or escape danger.
Invisibility Brew: Temporary stealth effect to sneak past enemies—imagine the tactical possibilities!
Strength Elixir: Increased damage output for taking down tougher enemies like the Cultist King.
Defense Tonic: Damage reduction to survive longer during night raids.
Regeneration Potion: Gradual health recovery over time, perfect for extended expeditions.
This category excites me the most because it opens up roleplaying and cosmetic possibilities:
Witch’s Brew: Transform into a witch character with unique animations.
Vampire Potion: Turn into a vampire with special abilities (and maybe a vulnerability to sunlight?).
Ghost Form: Become translucent and ethereal—possibly with phasing abilities.
Creature Transformation: Turn into forest animals like the ones we can tame with the Taming Flute.
Glowing Aura: Make your character emit light in different colors—useful and stylish!
Size Alteration: Grow giant or shrink tiny for hilarious screenshots and unique challenges.
Weather Control: Potentially influence local weather effects around your character.
Luck Potion: Increased chance for rare drops and better loot from chests.
After years of playing crafting-focused games, I’ve developed strategies that should translate perfectly to this system:
Don’t make my mistake from the Volcanic Biome update where I wasted inventory space carrying everything. Set up a dedicated storage area near the cauldron where you organize ingredients by type. Use the in-game storage systems to categorize:
Start a potion journal (digital or physical) documenting every combination you try. Include:
This not only helps you remember recipes but also lets you contribute to the community wiki and help other players.
Don’t experiment with unknown potion combinations right before a dangerous expedition. Some effects might be detrimental or just silly. Test new brews in safe areas near your campfire where you can respawn easily if something goes wrong.
If you’re playing in multiplayer, establish an ingredient trading system within your group. Different players can specialize in gathering from different biomes, then pool resources for more efficient experimentation. This cooperative approach mirrors real alchemy guilds from fantasy settings!
As we approach the October 31 deadline, ingredient spawns might change or become more generous. Hold onto your rarest ingredients until you’ve discovered most common recipes, then use them for final experiments before the event ends.
For context, let me compare this update to other mechanics in 99 Nights in the Forest:
Versus the Wildfire Potion System: The Wildfire Potion from the Volcanic Biome is a fixed-recipe offensive tool. The Halloween Potion Making system appears far more flexible, allowing for creative combinations and varied effects beyond just combat.
Versus Crafting Bench Items: Traditional crafting uses set recipes with known outcomes. Potion making introduces randomness and discovery, rewarding experimentation rather than just resource gathering.
Versus Taming System: Similar to how taming animals requires understanding creature behavior, potion crafting will require understanding ingredient properties. Both systems reward player knowledge and experimentation.
Based on my extensive experience with 99 Nights in the Forest and similar games, here’s my advice for getting the most out of this update:
The community discovers mechanics faster than any individual player. Join the official 99 Nights in the Forest Discord and community servers to share findings and learn from others. I’ve found some of my best strategies through community discussions.
In limited-time events, rare spawns often have daily limits or spawn patterns. Focus your first few play sessions on identifying and farming rare ingredients before everyone else depletes them from popular servers.
Don’t abandon the Trick or Treat system entirely! You can still collect candies while gathering potion ingredients. Multi-tasking between event mechanics maximizes your overall Halloween rewards.
Document your favorite potion effects and transformations with screenshots. The Halloween aesthetic combined with unique potion effects will create memorable moments worth capturing. Plus, you can share these with the community!
Servers are less crowded during off-peak times, meaning more ingredients available and less competition. If possible, play during weekday mornings or late nights for the best gathering experience.
This is only Week 2 of the three-part Halloween extravaganza. Based on the update schedule, Halloween Week 3 (presumably called something different) will launch on Friday, November 1, 2025.
The developers have hinted that the event will run until approximately November 15, which means we’ll have two full weeks with whatever Week 3 brings. My speculation? We might see:
Whatever it is, I’m confident it’ll build on the foundation that Trick or Treat and Potion Making have established.
A: The update launches Saturday, October 25, 2025, at 10:00 AM Pacific Time, and runs until Friday, October 31, 2025, at 5:00 AM PT. Check the time zone conversion table above for your local time.
A: Based on the update description emphasizing player discovery, recipes will need to be experimented with and uncovered by players. The community will likely share guides later, but the developers want players to explore and learn organically first.
A: Yes! The Trick or Treat system remains active throughout the entire Halloween event—until approximately November 15. You can collect candies and brew potions at the same time.
A: While not officially confirmed, it’s expected that potions will function in both PvE and PvP, adding new layers of strategy and tactical depth to battles across game modes.
A: Halloween-exclusive ingredients will likely disappear once the event concludes. Regular biome-based ingredients should remain available year-round for ongoing potion crafting.
A: While there’s no formal trading system in 99 Nights in the Forest, players can drop items for others to pick up, allowing for informal ingredient sharing among friends or teammates.
A: There’s no dedicated alchemy class, but Explorer or Gatherer classes with inventory or resource bonuses offer an advantage. Otherwise, strong combat-focused classes are helpful for farming rare drops.
A: Similar to other consumables, each potion occupies one inventory slot. Be sure to manage your storage efficiently, especially if you’re experimenting with multiple potion combinations.
The Potion Making update represents everything I love about 99 Nights in the Forest—creative mechanics, community-driven discovery, and Halloween atmosphere that perfectly captures the spooky season. With less than 24 hours until the cauldrons start bubbling, I’m stocking up on supplies, clearing my inventory, and preparing for a weekend of alchemical experimentation.
What excites me most is the unknown factor. Unlike updates where dataminers spoil everything beforehand, the Potion Making system seems designed to reward hands-on discovery. The first few days will be magical as the community shares findings, debates optimal recipes, and discovers unexpected potion combinations together.
Whether you’re a hardcore grinder aiming to discover every recipe or a casual player just wanting to see some fun transformation effects, this update offers something for everyone. The six-day event window gives plenty of time to experiment without feeling rushed, though I’d recommend starting early to maximize your brewing time.
My plan? I’m dedicating my entire Saturday to ingredient hunting, Sunday to systematic experimentation, and the remaining days to perfecting powerful potion combinations for the inevitable Week 3 finale. I’ve got my notepad ready, my friends coordinated, and my excitement at maximum levels.
I’ll see you in the forest, fellow alchemists. May your ingredients be rare, your potions be powerful, and your Halloween be unforgettable. And remember—sometimes the best discoveries come from the most unexpected combinations. Don’t be afraid to experiment!
For more 99 Nights in the Forest guides and updates, check out our complete NPC and mobs guide, Halloween Week 1 coverage, and advanced survival strategies. Happy brewing!
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