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Rust

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.

ActionAdventureIndieMassively MultiplayerRPG

Developer: Facepunch Studios

Publisher: Facepunch Studios

Release Date: February 8, 2018

Last updated: October 19, 2025

Performance Overview

Review Score

87%

1,227,784 total reviews

Estimated Revenue

$979.75M

Based on 20,000,000 .. 50,000,000 owners

Average Players (30d)

1,048

Peak: 143,870

About Rust

Platform Availability

Windows PC

Popular Tags

SurvivalCraftingMultiplayerOpen WorldOpen World Survival CraftBuildingPvPSandboxAdventureFirst-Person

Frequently Asked Questions about Rust

How much revenue has Rust made?

Based on an estimated 20,000,000 .. 50,000,000 owners and a base price of $39.99, Rust has generated approximately $979.75M in gross revenue. This estimate accounts for Steam's 30% platform fee, regional pricing variations, and historical sales data. Revenue figures are estimates based on SteamSpy ownership data and do not include DLC or in-game purchase revenue.

How many people play Rust?

Based on our latest data snapshot from October 19, 2025, Rust averages 1,048 concurrent players over the past 30 days, with peak counts reaching 143,870 players. The game has received 1,227,784 reviews on Steam with a 87% positive rating. Player engagement is moderate, indicating consistent community activity and matchmaking health.

Is Rust worth buying?

With 87% positive reviews from 1,227,784 players, Rust is rated as Very Positive and recommended for fans of the genre. The game is currently priced at $39.99. With very positive reviews, this is recommended for players interested in the genre, especially during sales.

When was Rust released?

Rust was released on February 8, 2018 by Facepunch Studios (published by Facepunch Studios). The game has been available for 7 years and 8 months and falls under the Action, Adventure, Indie, Massively Multiplayer, RPG genre(s). The game has established a significant player base and community presence.

What platforms is Rust available on?

Rust is available on Windows PC. Currently, the game is only available for Windows users. The game can be purchased and downloaded directly through the Steam platform on any supported operating system.

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