Vanguard Rust protects PvE with rules against killing on sight, raiding or looting other players. Base upkeep and decay are halved. Zombies and NPC-controlled raidable bases provide combat, with a starter kit available in game. Player raids are only allowed during the 24-hour purge preceding the wipe.
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Trending Rust in Australia servers
These Rust servers have gained average players over the past 24 hours. Check their languages, game modes and entry requirements to find somewhere to play.
5 servers to explore
Winterust AU 2x Monthly advertises 2x gathering and retains learned blueprints across wipes. The map resets at forced wipes. This edition adds recyclers, speeds up recycling, unlocks tier-one blueprints and removes junk items from loot tables.
Facepunch 2’s message captured on September 26, 2026 allowed players to use any language and warned that abusive behaviour could lead to a ban.
Rustafied.com - AU Monday is a Rust server. The map resets weekly, except for resets required by updates. Blueprints reset with the monthly forced update wipe. The player portal provides server information and map voting.
Intoxicated AU Sandbox is a Rust server. This sandbox lets players test base designs and raid resistance or build an arena. Resources are unlimited, and entities such as trees and crates can be spawned. Players and buildings have protection, while PvP is opt-in.
Ranking method
Growth compares average hourly player readings over 24 hours with the previous period of equal length. At least 80% of hours must have a valid reading in both corresponding periods, and the previous average must be above zero. Only positive growth is ranked. One address is used per server. Missing readings are not replaced with zero.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a server for Rust?
Read listings to find a community on Rust. Build your base and prepare for the next wipe. Check the rules and the group’s play times.
How do I choose a progression pace on Rust?
Check wipe dates, gathering rates and maximum team sizes. These settings affect the time your base needs and the groups you can join. The connection IP is estimated in Australia. This country does not identify the in-game language or players’ nationality.
How are servers listed and checked?
The selected sort determines the listing order. Online player counts come from status queries, without votes or paid ranking. The map shows an estimated connection IP country. Language filters use operator declarations, server settings and text, or information from the official website. The source is shown on the listing. Machine country does not determine the in-game language.