
But for those who are willing to put the time in and stick with it, Rust provides both a social sandbox and a deep, functioning crafting system. Overcoming the elements is no small task in and of itself, and the game’s punishing survival systems make it hard to recommend to everyone. So much can happen in Rust over the course of a week. Rust is one of the cruelest games on Steam, and that’s what makes it so compelling.

Befriend them and take refuge in the safety of numbers, or kill them to take their loot for yourself.

Make sure you have a steady supply of food and water as well.

