RecyclerRex5M
ideally i dont get rpg-ed by some tryhard raider or get looted all the way lol
AirlockAssassinX10
Moving safely between monuments starts with knowing your threat windows players are most active during daylight hours, so night runs give you better odds even with reduced visibility. When checking monuments ahead always scan rooflines and elevated positions since camping spots follow predictable patterns. You’ll want to maintain irregular movement patterns while zigzagging between cover points, and the best approach route usually follows tree lines or rocky terrain away from main roads.
Timings matter a lot here scout each monument approach for 30 45 seconds minimum before moving in, watching for door campers or rooftop activity. The safest rotation path runs through bandit camp and fishing villages since npcs prevent pvp within 50 meters of these locations. Boats purchased at fishing villages let you bypass hot zones entirely with quick water routes, while minicopters provide emergency escape options if you spot multiple hostiles.
Your best windows for monument transitions are during server events that draw players elsewhere. Keep your inventory minimal during rotations basic weapons, meds, and just enough resources to avoid full loot loss on death. When moving as a group maintain 10 15 meter spacing so one well placed explosive can’t wipe the whole team, and coordinate pushes through open areas with overlapping fields of view. The terrain between rocky outcrop and launch site is especially dangerous due to limited cover, so either boat around or time your crossing carefully based on server population.
The only aim in Rust is to survive. Everything wants you to die - the island’s wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Do whatever it takes to last another night.
Developer
Facepunch Studios
Publisher
Facepunch Studios
Genres
Action, Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG
Platforms
PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Linux, Microsoft Windows
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starting out solo in rust and im excited/really terrified of what is about to unravel. need help guidance support and even better if yall could invite me to a dc server. thx
99 Votes
need to steer clear from raiders in the game any tips?
87 Votes
im new to rust how to gather resources more effectively? ideally i dont want any hostile players/raiders tailing me throughout the map
168 Votes
currently i just want to build things and avoid combat but since i dont have friends who play rust i want to have as peaceful gameplay as realistically possible
156 Votes
im out here in the wilds and im quite anxious as i came from the long dark where cooking in the open means danger
157 Votes
spawn camped fellas. spawn camped. its like you got a server maintenance strike and some idiots are already camping ready to kill you im crying
88 Votes
man i just want to build in the game how tf do i even avoid sweaty try hards in rust? its annoying af
77 Votes
not exactly a beginner but its my 3rd run and i really want to minmax all in the name of grind and efficiency so yeah what tools are my top priorities?
78 Votes
ideally i dont get rpg-ed by some tryhard raider or get looted all the way lol
88 Votes
i havent explored the entirety of the map so aside from just exploring what tips can you give me for better navigation? i want to know the ins and outs soi dont get cornered by potential raiders ganked by alliances and lose my valuable loot
177 Votes
farming locations are highly preferred like those safe quarries. i cant really buy or trade atm because i just started playing and still getting familiar with the game. i probably would enjoy exploring a little more instead of straight up buying
84 Votes
so i tried a really simple layout very boxy architecture-type and yeah didnt stand the test of time (i got bombed by raiders and lost my stuff lol). any tips for building a better base?
86 Votes
finally gave up the idea of just building bases at my own pace and just discovered hunting can be really fun! but where do i get the crafting components for bow and arrows
67 Votes
first things first i need to craft a furnace - what materials do i need i got random ores here and i want to turn them to pure ingots/metals
90 Votes
someone mentioned using a honeycomb base design in this sub why and whats the purpose again? i dont have the most elegant building expertise thats why i dont get the appeal
87 Votes