Raft 101 Survival Classes Hub
Every playable class — costs, roles, and guides for The Experimental Games' ocean survival.
Classes are the progression backbone of Raft 101 Survival on Roblox. Unlike codes — which do not exist yet — classes unlock with Coins you earn by surviving, looting drifts, clearing islands, and boarding the ghost ship. The Experimental Games prices flagship picks at Scavenger 140 Coins and Scientist 1,500 Coins, plus mid-roster kits like Defender (~65), Pirate (~400), Arctic Warrior (~500), Ghost Pirate (~675), Captain (~800), Carpenter (~100), and Advanced Carpenter (~1050).
This Classes hub centralizes role guides, links to the Tier List, and spending advice for solo and co-op crews pushing Day 101.
Featured classes
Scavenger — economy king
Scavenger guide — buy first at 140 Coins. Faster loot, smoother Getting Started fireplace grind, better Coin Farming loops.
Defender — budget raft guard
Defender guide — ~65 Coins for early spikes and slower totem steals.
Arctic Warrior — exploration hybrid
Arctic Warrior guide — ~500 Coins for hunger reduction and Snowball Launcher progression.
Ghost Pirate — mid-game boarder
Ghost Pirate guide — ~675 Coins for toxic flintlock pressure on haunted ships before Scientist.
Scientist — combat king
Scientist deep dive — save 1,500 Coins for octopus combat and solo late game.
How class unlocks work
- Earn Coins through gameplay (no working promo codes today)
- Open the in-game class or shop menu
- Purchase permanently for that Roblox account
- Select class before or during sessions per game rules
Classes persist across sessions; they are not lost on death unless a patch explicitly says otherwise — check Updates if behavior changes.
Spending roadmap
| Order | Class | Cost | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scavenger | 140 | Economy compound interest |
| 1-alt | Defender | ~65 | Totem/raft guard micro-spend |
| 2 | Carpenter (co-op builder) | ~100 | Optional early repairs |
| 3 | Pirate / Arctic Warrior / Ghost Pirate | ~400 / ~500 / ~675 | Mid-game bridge |
| 4 | Captain | ~800 | Co-op shot-calling |
| 5 | Advanced Carpenter | ~1050 | Fortress builds |
| 6 | Scientist | 1,500 | Combat ceiling |
Full rankings on Tier List and Best Starter. Exact shop prices can shift after weekly patches — trust the live UI.
Classes versus game passes
Game passes use Robux; classes use Coins. Passes accelerate time; classes define kits. Buy Scavenger before cosmetic passes.
Co-op class composition
Ideal four-stack:
- One Scavenger looter
- One Scientist, Ghost Pirate, or Arctic Warrior fighter
- One Captain / Defender flex
- One Carpenter or Advanced Carpenter repair
Details in Co-op Tips. Avoid four identical classes unless meme running.
Class guides on this wiki
- Scavenger — routes, chest sorting, island priorities
- Defender — spikes and totem steal delay
- Arctic Warrior — hunger cut + cold kit
- Ghost Pirate — toxic boarding kit
- Pirate — budget combat
- Carpenter — cheap builder
- Advanced Carpenter — elite builds
- Captain — co-op leadership
- Scientist — boss scripting and loadouts
- Tier List hub — comparative rankings
Staying current
Balance patches move classes between tiers overnight. Join Discord via Links and watch Events for buff announcements.
Pick a class like you pick raft tiles — deliberate, not decorative.
Class shop navigation tips
Open the shop during calm weather so UI lag from storms does not misclick purchases. Compare tooltips side-by-side: Scavenger lists gather perks, Ghost Pirate lists toxic weapons, Scientist lists combat gadgets. Screenshot prices after updates — undocumented price changes have happened in other Roblox survival titles.
Returning players
If you quit before Ghost Pirate or Captain shipped, your old Scavenger unlock still matters. Log in, verify class ownership in inventory, then read Coin Farming for current yields — numbers may differ from memory.
Creator and group alignment
Buying classes with Coins earned in the official Roblox experience supports legitimate progression. Avoid clone games with similar thumbnails; they may not share unlocks or day counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions.
How do I unlock classes in Raft 101 Survival?
Spend Coins earned in-game at the class shop. Scavenger costs 140 Coins; Scientist costs 1,500 Coins.
Which class should I buy first?
Scavenger. Read the Scavenger guide and Best Starter tier page for routing.
Are classes permanent?
Yes for standard unlocks on your Roblox account. Verify patch notes if developers change systems.
Do classes work in co-op?
Each player brings their own unlocked class. Coordinate roles — one Scientist fighter, one Scavenger looter.
Can codes unlock classes?
No active codes exist. Farm Coins using the coin farming guide instead.