12:00am EST - We are one week from the April update and the team is trucking on various features and functionality. Follow @Rustafied for news throughout the week.

Jungle Progress

Development on the Jungle Update is charging ahead, bringing a slew of exciting new features and elements to Rust. Here’s a quick recap of what to expect in this lush new update:

New Biome and Monument: Dive into the dense foliage of the new Jungle biome, featuring the mysterious Ziggurat monument. This addition promises to add new layers of exploration and challenge.
Diverse Wildlife: Prepare to encounter a variety of new wildlife, including stealthy panthers, slithering snakes, and formidable crocodiles, adding new threats and opportunities.
Innovative Weapons: Arm yourself with new tools for survival, including the precise blowpipe and the returning boomerang, offering fresh strategies for combat and hunting.

The exact release date for the Jungle Update is still up in the air, with potential launch windows in April or later this year. While it’s not yet available for player testing on the staging or AUX2 branches, rest assured we'll keep you updated with the latest developments as they unfold. Stay tuned for more information as we continue to explore the depths of the jungle in Rust!

Sunken Knife

A fresh addition has surfaced on the Rust staging branch—the Sunken Knife. This new blade comes with a striking rusted appearance, giving it a unique, weathered look that stands out among the game's melee weapons.

Currently, the Sunken Knife shares the same statistics as the Combat Knife, offering familiar handling and damage capabilities. However, keep in mind that these stats are tentative and may be adjusted as further testing and feedback are considered.

Stay tuned for updates on any changes to this intriguing new weapon as it undergoes the community's scrutiny and potential balancing tweaks before its official release.

Edit: Looks like this will be part of the Abyss DLC.

Horse Costumes

Just in time for the upcoming Easter event in April, a playful new costume for horses has trotted onto the Rust staging branch. This addition brings a whimsical touch to the game, perfectly aligning with the festive spirit of the event.

This year's Easter event will continue to feature the beloved activities from previous years, such as egg hunts and special "egg vision" abilities. The new horse costume, similar in style to the popular Chicken costume, comes in three different variants, adding a variety of fun options for players looking to dress up their steeds.

Expect to find this charming costume available for purchase on the item store during the Easter event. Be sure to join in the festivities and gallop into the holiday spirit with your festively attired horse!

Visualization Ranges

Rust is expanding its visualization features to include a range of security devices on top of the existing capabilities for heaters and sprinklers. Players can now benefit from added visualization ranges for Turrets, Shotgun Traps, HBHF sensors, Tesla coils, and igniters.

This new feature simplifies the setup process by clearly displaying the effective range of these items during placement. Whether you're fortifying your base or setting up a new trap, you can easily see how far your security measures will reach, ensuring optimal placement and coverage.

Additionally, for those who prefer a cleaner interface or want to test their setup skills, there is an option in the menu to toggle this visualization feature on or off. This flexibility allows players to customize their interface to suit their playstyle, making it easier than ever to secure your holdings in Rust.

Other stuff

Bread will heal over time instead of instantly
Initial work on a Rover Submarine
Shifts and changes for softcore mode are in the works

Uterust Charity Event this week

Heads up! The Uterust charity event runs March 27th to 30th supporting Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Score exclusive limited-edition merch with all proceeds benefiting BCRF.

Tune in and enter giveaways for unique prizes throughout the weekend. Want to support? Hit up the Tiltify campaign page or shop directly at the Uterust merch store.

Let's make a difference while gaming! Your support goes directly to breast cancer research!