Soft Refresh Update
New bee changes. Softcore mode made softer. Turrets got laser pointers. Wipe hits hard—Rustadia resets with it.
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Softcore Changes Incoming
Softcore mode has landed on the staging branch – that special flavour of Rust where raiding is slightly less traumatic and dying doesn’t always mean losing everything. You’ll still need to find a softcore-enabled server to actually test it. Good luck with that. Rustadia doesn’t run softcore. Never
Rustadia Servers Will Not Be Premium (For Now)
Facepunch recently introduced a new server setting that enables premium—designed to keep cheaters out by requiring players to have an account value over $15. The logic’s solid: most cheaters run cheap, disposable accounts, so this could be an easy way to block a decent chunk of them before
Rust Jungle Update: More Ways to Die Coming Soon
Great news—Rust’s next update is adding even more ways to die. The Jungle Update has slithered into the AUX3 branch, meaning player testing is likely coming soon. So if you thought dodging roof campers was bad, just wait until the new wildlife gets involved. Here’s what’s
How to Get Excavator Notifications in Rust
The Giant Excavator is a loot piñata for the rich and a trap for the greedy. If you’re not paying attention, you’ll either miss an easy counter or end up being the one getting countered. That’s where this neat little trick comes in—setting up an excavator
How to Set Up an External TC Turret Pod in Rust
Gratnak is back with another top-tier Rust guide, and this one’s all about turning your external TC into a fully automated turret pod. If you enjoy watching clueless raiders panic as they get shredded by turrets they didn’t expect, this is for you. What’s in the Video?
How to Automate Your Lights So They Come On at Night in Rust
Because flipping light switches manually is for roleplayers. The Setup: Making Rust Life Easier (for Once) In this quick and dirty guide, Gratnak shows how to use a Memory Cell and a Digital Clock to automate your lights so they turn on at night and off during the day—zero
Rust Introduces Premium Servers to Combat Cheaters
After a short delay, Rust’s Premium Servers are finally going live this week. If you want in, you’ll need to fork over $15, but here’s the catch—it’s based on your Rust Steam inventory value. Why? Because Facepunch crunched the numbers and found that most banned
Electric Furnace Placement & Automation in a Triangle Foundation
Tired of playing babysitter to your furnaces? Well, good news—Gratnak has cracked the code on squeezing six electric furnaces into a single triangle foundation, fully automated for your production needs. No more wasting time shovelling ore like some medieval peasant—this setup does all the work for you. 👇 Watch
How to Automate Charcoal Production in Rust
Tired of manually feeding furnaces like some broke roleplayer? Good news: you don’t have to. Gratnak has cracked the code on effortless charcoal production, and you’re about to reap the benefits. This automated charcoal furnace system lets you dump wood into a box and walk away—no micromanagement,
How to Set Up an Automated Rocket Factory in Rust
If you’re still manually crafting rockets in Rust, you’re doing it wrong. Gratnak has dropped a must-watch tutorial: Rust: Automatic Rocket Factory, showing you how to fully automate rocket production. This build ensures you never waste resources, never overproduce gunpowder, and never get stuck mid-raid with zero rockets
Crafting update
Rust’s latest update brings Premium Servers, beekeeping, Cooking 2.0, new armour inserts, planters, and more—adapt or get left behind.
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Force Wipe – 6th March
Rustadia’s first-ever force wipe is on 6th March at 19:00 UK Time. Full map wipe, but blueprints stay. No admin abuse, no pay-to-win—just raw Rust chaos. Join now.
Guides
Can You Jackhammer a Vending Machine in Rust?
Wondering if you can jackhammer a vending machine in Rust? Yes, but it takes three jackhammers (with repairs), and you’ll only get half the loot inside. Find out if it's worth your time.
Guides
How Many Frags Do You Get Per Diesel At The Excavator?
Curious about how much loot you get per Diesel Excavator in Rust? Find out the exact quantities of High-Quality Metal Ore, Sulfur Ore, Stones, and Metal Fragments, and decide if it's worth the risk.
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Where to Find the Red Keycard in Rust
Need the Red Keycard in Rust? Find out where to get it, which monuments require it, and how to unlock high-tier loot.
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How Many Satchels for a Sheet Metal Double Door in Rust?
Wondering how many satchels it takes to breach a sheet metal double door in Rust? It’s 4 satchels and 1920 sulphur. Plus, learn how to craft them with 125 scrap or 1150 scrap on a Level 1 Workbench.
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Where to Find the MLRS Aiming Module in Rust
Need the MLRS Aiming Module in Rust? Here's how to find Locked Crates dropped by Chinooks, and how to access the Cargo Ship and Oil Rig.
Guides
What is a Small Stash in Rust?
Learn what a Small Stash is in Rust, how to craft and use it, and why it's essential for hiding loot in the early game. A must-know survival tip!
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Best Places to Get Diesel in Rust
Learn the best places to get Diesel in Rust, including locations like the Junkyard, Water Treatment Plant, and Outpost. Fuel your Quarry, Giant Excavator, and Pump Jack efficiently.