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May's big Rust update adds new, rare workbench upgrades, if you can find themThe May update for the survival game Rust, titled 'Upgrade Hard, Raid Harder,' introduces nine rare workbench upgrades, new mortars, and an overhauled vending machine UI. Facepunch Studios also launched a Discord shop with a sale on DLC and is upgrading to Unity 6, which will end support for Windows 8 and Windows Server 2016.
The latest Rust update is an absolute nightmare for roof campers, but I welcome it with open armsThe latest Rust update, 'Upgrade Hard, Raid Harder,' introduces a mortar tool designed to counter players who camp on their base roofs. This update also includes a rework for the Tin Can alarm and workbench, a nerf to Deep Sea loot, and new boat equipment available from the Boat Vendor. The update is scheduled to go live on Thursday, May 7.
Steam week in review: Another online shooter winds down weeks after launch, as robot cowboys take overThe cooperative shooter Far Far West, inspired by Left 4 Dead and Vermintide, is shifting focus to replayability and community support after a successful early access launch. Despite a challenging year for new multiplayer titles, developer Night Street Games aims to keep the game playable for its community. The article also reviews Steam's top sellers list for April 21-28, noting the performance of various games including Counter-Strike 2 and the new s&box platform.
Windrose proves that survival games don't have to be difficult to be popularWindrose offers a more accessible take on the survival genre, eschewing traditional difficulty for a relaxed gameplay loop. Unlike many survival games that focus on realism and harsh mechanics, Windrose provides numerous shortcuts and removes staple survival elements. This approach has proven popular, attracting players intimidated by hardcore offerings or burned out from PvP servers, demonstrating that a less challenging survival experience can be highly appealing.
Garry's Mod sequel S&box is already having to deal "with people using AI in obvious, low quality ways", confess developers FacepunchFacepunch Studios has released S&box, the spiritual successor to Garry's Mod, which is already facing issues with low-quality AI-generated content within user-created games. Developers acknowledge they must address these AI concerns. Meanwhile, the original Garry's Mod will receive an update to support the fan-made Half-Life remake, Black Mesa.
The 39 Best Survival Games To Play In 2026This guide highlights 39 of the best survival games available in 2026, spanning various platforms and offering diverse gameplay experiences. The article details key features, developers, and release information for each title, emphasizing elements like resource management, base building, and combat.
Rust has a 'horse shield' meta problem, so one enterprising player has come up with a 'horse…The game Rust is currently experiencing a 'horse shield' meta problem where players on horseback with shields have a significant advantage. While developer Facepunch Studios is working on a fix, a YouTuber named Fyx has devised several creative trap methods using in-game items like landmines and shotguns to counter this strategy.
Pirate game Windrose dethrones Steam's survival champion as it sails up the chartsThe pirate survival game Windrose, published by Pocketpair and developed by Kraken Express, has achieved significant success on Steam, surpassing long-standing titles like Rust. The game offers a PvE experience with soulslike combat inspiration, extensive building options, and a story involving a 1700s captain challenging Blackbeard. Windrose is currently available in Early Access on PC with up to eight-player co-op support.
Newzoo: More than half of PC revenue comes from games outside the Top 20Newzoo data indicates that games outside the Top 20 are increasingly significant in the PC market, capturing 56% of revenue and 45% of playtime by 2025. While console spending remains concentrated on top titles, lower-ranked games are also seeing growth on platforms like PlayStation. Genres like action RPGs and survival games are performing well, with titles such as Elden Ring and Cyberpunk 2077 contributing to this trend.
Fortnite's low-priority bug reports are regularly wiped, which Epic Games CEO says is "normal," but Rust boss says he'd "rather have them logged than forgotten," even if they're oldEpic Games CEO Tim Sweeney stated that low-priority bug reports for Fortnite are periodically wiped as part of normal software development, a practice that Facepunch Studios COO Alistair McFarlane contrasts with Rust's long-term bug logging. While Sweeney defends the prioritization of fixes based on value, McFarlane prefers keeping all reports, even older ones, for potential future use or as training material.- The MOP Up: Crimson Desert previews upcoming features and improvementsPearl Abyss has outlined upcoming improvements for Crimson Desert, including boss rematches, optional difficulty settings, new character skills, and UI updates. This preview also touches on other MMO news, such as Hearthstone Battlegrounds Season 13, Sky: Children of Light's "Days of Nature" event, and server merges for Uncharted Waters Origin.
Final Fantasy? GTA? Nope, It's Pokemon Bugging Out on S... | TAGSeveral gaming news items are covered, including a bug in Pokemon Champions on the Nintendo Switch that requires undocking the system for proper resolution, the anime movie ChaO's unique take on The Little Mermaid, and Framework's concerns about the future of personal computing. Other topics include Marathon's high development budget, the possibility of Link speaking in the Legend of Zelda movie, and discussions around Grand Theft Auto 6's potential delay and pricing. Additionally, Amazon is ending support for older Kindles, a guide for Pokemon Champions' Pokédex is available, and reviews for the Epomaker HE68 Lite keyboard and Final Fantasy 14's upcoming expansion hints are discussed. Finally, Rhythm Heaven Groove has a confirmed summer release date, and Rust 2 is confirmed to not be in development.
Rust 2 isn't in development, Facepunch boss confirms after suspicious Steam page sparks speculationFacepunch Studios founder Garry Newman has confirmed that a sequel to their survival game Rust is not currently in development, despite a suspicious Steam page for 'Rust 2' appearing and causing speculation. Newman stated he has no knowledge of the listing and reiterated the studio's past criticisms of Unity's business practices, suggesting a future sequel would not use the engine.- 'You Saw Nothing' — Facepunch Founder Garry Newman Denies Rust 2 in Development After Steam Listing Raises EyebrowsGarry Newman, founder of Facepunch Studios, has denied rumors of a Rust sequel being in development. This statement comes after a Steam listing for a game titled 'Rust 2' briefly appeared online, causing speculation among players.
Rust 2? "Nope," Dev Says After Weird Steam Page Goes UpFacepunch Studios has denied any involvement with a "Rust 2" Steam page that recently appeared, with studio head Garry Newman stating they are not making a sequel. The page has been flagged as suspicious by SteamDB, and another Facepunch developer confirmed it is fake. Newman previously commented on a potential "Rust 2" not using the Unity engine, and the studio also recently made headlines regarding the potential purchase of New World.
Rust 2 Steam page appears, Facepunch immediately starts messing with fans about whether it's legit: 'Now you're all questioning yourselves, is this real? Maybe?'A suspicious Steam page for 'Rust 2' has appeared, sparking speculation and confusion among fans. Facepunch COO Alistair McFarlane has engaged with the community, initially posting cryptic messages and later suggesting the page might be a deliberate test to see how fans react to potential fake announcements.
Rust 2, alleged free-to-play sequel to one of the biggest survival games of all time, appears in odd Steam teaser suspected to be from developer Facepunch: "You saw nothing"A Steam listing for 'Rust 2', a rumored free-to-play sequel to the popular survival game Rust, has appeared online, sparking speculation that developer Facepunch Studios is behind the tease. While the listing is unconfirmed and could be a troll campaign, fans are excited by the possibility of a new installment in the franchise.- How to craft and use the Water Wheel in RustThe Spring Clean update for Rust introduces the Water Wheel, a new deployable item that generates electricity. Players can craft the Water Wheel at a level 1 Workbench using Wood, Sheet Metal, and Gears after finding its blueprint. Once placed in a water body, it generates power that can be channeled and stored in batteries for use with various electronic devices.
Rust's Spring Clean update nerfs the shield meta and boosts early game energyFacepunch Studios has released the 'Spring Clean' update for Rust, which includes a new Water Wheel for early game power generation and nerfs to the dominant shield meta by reducing hitbox sizes. The update also introduces improvements to tech-tree unlocks, a new radial menu for toggling light sources, and changes to fishing mechanics to prevent AFK farming.- Evening PatchesOfficial patches have been released for Rust and SCP: Fragmented Minds. The SPRING CLEAN patch is now available for Rust, while SCP: Fragmented Minds Chapter 02 has launched in Early Access.