Players looking for the ultimate competitive survival experience on console will be able to play online with up to 100 others when the game hits in a few months. Waking up on a mysterious post-apocalyptic island littered with dilapidated industrial monuments and probing scientists, it’s up to you to figure out how to keep yourself alive in a world where everything wants you dead.

In Rust, there is one goal above everything else: survive. Conquer thirst and hunger, battle the elements, create clothing and stay safe against hostile forces including other players, scientists, bears, wolves or even succumb to fire, drowning or radiation poisoning. A game without rules, Rust doesn’t tell its inhabitants what to do. Players are free to be deceptive and aggressive with intense player vs. player combat, raiding and looting, but there is potentially even more to be earned with a team of friendly players by your side. In the struggle for survival and supremacy, players can build tiny cabins in the woods to huge scrap metal fortresses in an attempt to stay safe, as well as craft a variety of weapons, bombs and traps.

Since Rust's initial launch into Steam Early Access in 2013, millions of players have populated its world and taken part in the ultimate social experiment, making it one of the most played games on Steam. The title has evolved from its earliest days as a primal-survival game to one that stands out among its competitors - featuring shockingly detailed worlds to explore and build in, filled with a variety of gameplay styles, weapons, crafts and above all else: combat.

Double Eleven, the studio behind the Console Edition of Rust (originally developed by Facepunch for PC), announced an enhanced version for Xbox Series X|S and PS5.

Building on the success of the original release, this next-gen iteration will deliver improved visuals, performance, and gameplay experiences designed for modern hardware.

Double Eleven aims to launch the next-gen version of Rust Console Edition sometime in 2025 . Until then, updates for the current console version of the game will prioritize quality-of-life improvements and performance enhancements. While focusing on a seamless transition to new hardware, the team remains committed to supporting older platforms. Stability fixes and essential updates will continue to ensure all players enjoy a consistent, enjoyable experience, regardless of their platform.

Rust is not for the faint of heart: the game boasts a steep learning curve and a huge, killer community of players. Befriend them, kill them – the choice is yours. Players will start out alone with nothing but a rock and a torch, finding and learning blueprints to make new and higher-tier weapons, armor and defenses, building a growing arsenal to give you and your friends chances of survival. Rust will throw a barrage of challenges at you but players can fight back with craftable weapons starting with a rock in your hands, to a spear or bow, through to heavier artillery like assault rifles and rocket launchers.

Currently available for PS4, Xbox One and PC, Rust is coming to PS5 and Xbox Series X|S in 2025.