The Hedge Maze update is the third and final part of the Halloween events in 99 Nights in the Forest. Instead of crafting potions or taming creatures, you can now explore a haunted carnival, play mini-games for tickets, and enter the terrifying Hedge Maze filled with monsters and treasures. Completing the maze will reward you with exclusive Halloween weapons and cosmetics. So, to help you do that, here's a complete guide on how to unlock the maze, earn tickets, survive it, and claim your prizes.
How to Unlock Hedge Maze in 99 Nights in the Forest
You can find the Hedge Maze beside the Carnival area, but it remains locked when you first discover it. The maze and carnival both appear after Day 3, when the in-game message “The Carnival is in town” flashes across your screen.
To unlock the maze, you will need three Carnival Tickets, which you can earn by playing the carnival mini-games: Ring Toss, Basketball, and Shooting Range. Once you’ve collected three tickets, the Hedge Maze gate will open automatically, allowing you to enter the labyrinth.
How to Get Carnival Tickets in 99 Nights in the Forest
Carnival Tickets are the key to unlocking the Hedge Maze. You can earn them by completing carnival mini-games, which test your aim, precision, and timing. Each game rewards one ticket once you meet the required score, and you can play them during the day to avoid creature attacks.
| Mini-Game | Points Needed | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Ring Toss | 3 Points | 1 Ticket + 5 Candy |
| Basketball | 3 Points | 1 Ticket + 5 Candy |
| Shooting Range | 5 Points | 1 Ticket + 5 Candy |
The Carnival is located in a randomly generated area of the Forest Biome, but you can recognize it by the bright lights, tents, and music. It’s best to farm tickets during daylight hours since the Deer and Owl entities roam at night.
How to Complete Hedge Maze in 99 Nights in the Forest
Once the Hedge Maze gate opens, you can interact with the glowing door to enter. Before you step in, make sure you’re fully prepared. Bring food, bandages, and a strong weapon since Wolves and an Alpha Wolf patrol in the maze.
You can find red arrows painted on the hedges; some of them lead the right way, while others are misleading. If you get lost, keep your hand against the right wall as you move to eventually find the end. There are several chests scattered throughout the maze that contain Candies and Halloween loot. You can also find a Costume Booth, which lets you pick a festive skin for your character.
At the center of the maze, an Alpha Wolf is guarding a coffin and a treasure chest. Defeat the Alpha Wolf, then interact with the coffin to obtain your main prize. After collecting the loot, exit the maze through the wooden hatch behind the coffin to safely return to the surface.
Hedge Maze Rewards
The Hedge Maze rewards vary slightly between runs, but the main chest and coffin typically contain rare and event-exclusive gear. These rewards can’t be found anywhere else in the game and make great collectibles for the Halloween season.
| Reward | Type | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Scythe | Weapon | A long-reaching melee weapon perfect for crowd control. |
| Bouncing Blade | Weapon | A unique throwing blade that ricochets off enemies. |
| Morningstar | Weapon | A spiked blunt weapon with high knockback. |
| Vampire Cloak | Cosmetic | A limited-edition outfit for the Halloween event. |
| Candies | Currency | Used in the Halloween Shop to buy event items. |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Hedge Maze becomes available after Day 3 once you see the “Carnival is in town” message and collect three Carnival Tickets.
The Carnival spawns randomly in the Forest Biome after upgrading your campfire to Level 2 or 3. It’s usually accompanied by bright lights and carnival music.
The best rewards include the Scythe, Vampire Cloak, and Bouncing Blade, all of which are exclusive to the Halloween event.
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