KEY POINTS

  • "Rust" is a multiplayer survival game from Facepunch Studios
  • The game is attracting interests again seven years after its official release
  • In order to survive, players should avoid early death and start stocking resources as soon as possible 

Originally released in 2013, multiplayer survival title "Rust" has surged in popularity over the years, thanks to the big names in the streaming community. The game is attracting more players now than in its initial days. For those who want to try the father of multiplayer survival titles, these tips and tricks on what to do early in the game could help.

Avoid early death

"Rust" can be stressful from the very beginning when completely naked players are dropped on a beach and are expected to survive. For starters, the trick is to not get too overwhelmed or too anxious and just get away from the drop area as soon as possible. There are times when some would start a fight on the beach, but players should resist fighting early in the game. Although players can use rocks to kill their enemies, fighting at the point could injure or even kill them. The time spent fighting other players should be used to collect resources.

Collect resources, craft weapons and tools ASAP

To make sure that players survive early on in "Rust," they should begin gathering sources of food as soon as possible. There are corn and pumpkins scattered on the ground, which are a good way to stay full. It is also safer to pick up these food items than hunting animals. Cooking requires fire, which could attract nearby enemies and cause them to attack the players.

Rust - Spacesuit Skin
The urgency of what would later be known as Project Nova required Cobalt to bypass the design phase of an EVA suit - something that would normally take years when they had weeks. Facepunch Official YouTube Channel

While collecting the materials found on the map, players should also start creating various tools and weapons to protect themselves. They can "attack" trees and collect wood, clothes and other items using a rock. They can create a Wooden Spear with 300 wood or a Bow with 200 wood and 50 cloth.

Get a settlement

After completing some starter tools, players should set up a camp as soon as they can. Find the best areas on the map to build a base. They should avoid the starter beach area as it is an obvious choice for many players, which makes it crowded. Also, the settlement area should not be easily visible in high traffic areas. It is also wise to choose an area that has abundant resources nearby.

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