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Nerf red = made weaker
Fix yellow = bug fixed
New blue = added content or feature

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RUSTRust13d ago

LIVESTOCK

When the new navmesh is enabled,
We still spent time multithreading and optimising the new navigation system, at least doubling its performance since the last patch.
Growing and caring for your livestock will allow you to access some new resources and rewards.

3 buffs1 nerf1 fix1 new

RUSTRustSep 03, 2026

BREACH AND CLEAR

Starting this month Tool Cupboards will now apply an additional upkeep tax based on the number of players that are in a base. When calculating that number we consider a few things:
High quality metal ore nodes and collectables can now be found across the island. They're extremely scarce, but you'll have more luck finding the HQM node in the Jungle.
The Drone marketplace is now connected to last months

8 buffs8 nerfs2 fixes1 new

RUSTRustAug 06, 2026

POWER TRIP

This month we're releasing a set of features we call Player Maintained Monuments - tying together our existing monuments in new and interesting ways while pushing players to interact with each other in the process.
Using new Heavy Fuses, the power plant can be fired back up to unlock several new gameplay features for everyone around the island.
Heavy Fuses can be found as loot and must be inserted into the new special fuse boxes located at the power plant. Not everything will be unlocked all at once - some things connected to the power plant require more fuses than others to become functional.

3 buffs4 nerfs4 fixes8 new

RUSTRustJul 02, 2026

COMMON GROUND

The apartment complex is a new monument that allows players getting started with a wipe to find a place to call home. Simply talk to the receptionist in the lobby to get started and rent a room.
The new apartment complex monument features a small marketplace of shops. Each shop can be purchased and run by players, allowing you to sell your wares to the residents of the apartment building.
We've made some new changes to the Softcore game mode.

1 buff2 new

RUSTRustJun 04, 2026

BUILT DIFFERENT

This includes improved meshes and materials, more realistic proportions on a new rig, expanded head and hair seeds and a much needed pass over almost everything player-related.
Alongside the new base model, we’ve also:
Expanded the number of heads in the game, with each head now having unique materials and additional details such as eyelashes and improved eye lighting.

2 buffs2 nerfs2 fixes3 new

RUSTRustMay 07, 2026

UPGRADE HARD, RAID HARDER

Workbenches have received a whole new upgrade system - along with nine upgrades to find and customise your benches with!
We're adding a new anti-personnel/raiding deployable weapon: Mortar!
The tin can alarm is getting a small update. You can now trap them with a bunch of different items.

3 fixes1 new

RUSTRustApr 02, 2026

SPRING CLEAN

NEW ITEM: ARMOURED LADDER HATCH
The Armoured Ladder Hatch is a new top-tier construction. A direct upgrade from the Metal Ladder Hatch, the Armoured Ladder Hatch is built for players who want maximum durability on their vertical access points.
You liked wind and solar? Now it's time for another classic, Hydro!

1 buff1 nerf4 fixes8 new

RUSTRustMar 05, 2026

SHIPSHAPE

Boat building blocks can now be rotated and demolished at any time in edit mode - they are no longer subject to the usual 5 minute timer.
The tiny dive site buoys that would bring your full size boat to a complete halt have now been addressed. You may now sail freely!
Loot now respawns slowly over time. The initial loot fill when the Deep Sea opens has been decreased to around 70% of what it was.

6 buffs2 nerfs3 fixes1 new

RUSTRustFeb 05, 2026

NAVAL UPDATE

Player-made boats are here, providing a new way to explore the seas, including the Deep Sea!
Place the new Boat Building Station deployable in the water and get building with your shipmates! Use the new Boat Building Plan to construct your dream boat, utilising a new set of boat-specific building blocks.
Be sure to set a lock code on your steering wheel to stop unwanted access or theft of your shiny new boat.

4 buffs3 nerfs5 fixes7 new

RUSTRustNov 06, 2025

PIVOT OR DIE

We’ve also removed scrap crafting costs from Workbenches, while Blueprint Fragment requirements remain unchanged.
The current loop of the game is that you must find components and Blueprint fragments. Through that loop, you’ll naturally collect scrap as you go, and now with Blueprint wipes, there’s a meaningful way to spend it again.
Keep your food fresh and neatly stored with the new Mini Fridge deployable.

1 buff1 nerf3 fixes3 new