DEV BLOG #27

Hello survivors! It's time again for another exciting Dev Blog, where we keep you in the loop with all the latest developments on RUST Console Edition! In this edition, we reveal the new content heading to the Public Test Branch. Plus, we've got some updates on our ban system to share, as well as a Q&A session where our producer will tackle some of the most popular questions about the game's development. Stick around till the end for a quick player satisfaction form.

No more waiting, let's dive right in!

New update arriving to PTB later this week!

The new content update brings some submerged additions to the game and you will need the right type of gear to explore them! Introducing the Underwater Labs, a procedurally generated monument that will feature unique layouts from map to map. Be sure to adapt your strategies based on the challenges you find.

Two new vehicles are also being added and you need them to navigate these aquatic landscapes! First up is the Solo Submarine, armed with a Torpedo launcher for engaging other submarines, sharks, and boats roaming on the surface. For those of you who want to explore the seabeds with a fellow survivor, we're introducing the Duo Submarine, boasting all the features of its solo counterpart plus a handy sonar to keep you informed of nearby threats and entry points into the Underwater Labs. Both submarines will be available for trade at the Fishing Villages, so start saving up that scrap.

There are more changes to come with this update. Keep an eye on our PTB Discord server so you don’t miss them!

Updates on in-game bans and anti-cheat system

We continue to make good progress in our detection system for 3rd party devices. It’s important to reiterate that such behaviour breaks our Terms Of Service, which every player must abide by to play the game. Our next step to fight this issue is implementing device bans to make sure the perpetrators are dealt with accordingly, and that they can’t simply get back in the game by creating an alt account. This new ban method was already tested and it works as intended.

Moving forward, our focus is on testing and refinement of the detection systems, to further enhance its capabilities. We appreciate the community's support in reporting violations, and encourage players to continue utilising the in-game report feature to help us maintain a fair and more enjoyable gaming environment!

Let us answer some of your questions!

Starting today, some Dev Blogs will include a Q&A section where we tackle some of your most common questions. Today, we have with us our fantastic producer, Adam Beck, here to give you the answers that you need about the development of the game. Let’s start! 

• When can we expect new community server providers?

  Yes, we plan to bring more providers in the coming months. Keep an eye on our Social Media pages

• At the moment 90 is the maximum FOV, is there a possibility to expand this in the future to 120? Some of us would like to increase the Field of view even more.

  We do have some performance concerns as increasing FOV can affect fps, but this is something we can investigate and possibly add to a future release.

• Are building skins something the team has considered for the console version of RUST?

  We love these types of skins and internally we have been discussing bringing these to the console edition, but have no timeline to share at the moment. Again, keep an eye on our social pages as we will update you when possible!  

If you would like to submit your questions for future Dev Blogs, be sure to use the button below. 

Player Satisfaction form

We're curious about how your RUST Console Edition has been lately. Is the game running smoothly for you? Do you have any suggestions for improvements? Share your thoughts with us by clicking on the button below!

That's all for this month. Stay tuned to our social media for future updates on the latest release!

- See you on the island