What changed in Rust in 2013
96 updates · 4 main milestones · Dec 13, 2013 to Dec 24, 2013
- 14 eventsDesync Problem Identificationbug fixMilestone
The desync problem reported by users has been identified and is being addressed.
SteamWindows 8.1 Launch Issue Workaroundbug fixUsers can fix the issue by setting launch options to -force-d3d11.
SteamQuality Slider Impact on FramerateperformanceInternal elements will be added to enhance the quality slider's effect on framerate.
SteamClient-Side Stuttering InvestigationperformanceInvestigation into client-side stuttering on high population servers is underway.
SteamMac Loading Issue Workaroundbug fixSetting the quality to lowest before joining a game may resolve loading issues.
SteamUK Server Migration PlansnetworkPlans are underway to migrate UK servers from their current host.
SteamMac Loading Issue Workaroundbug fixSetting quality to lowest before joining a game may resolve loading issues for Mac users.
SteamDesync Problem Identificationbug fixMilestoneThe desync problem reported by some users has been identified and a fix is in progress.
SteamLaunch of Additional North American ServersnetworkMore North American servers have been launched to improve connectivity.
SteamNew North American Servers LaunchednetworkAdditional North American servers have been launched.
SteamWindows 8.1 Launch Issue Workaroundbug fixUsers can resolve launch issues by setting launch options to -force-d3d11.
SteamQuality Slider Impact on FramerateperformanceInternal elements will be added to enhance the quality slider's impact on framerate by disabling post processing effects and draw distance.
SteamClient-Side Stuttering InvestigationperformanceThe team is looking into client-side stuttering on high population servers.
SteamUK Server Migration PlansnetworkPlans are in place to migrate UK servers from their current host.
Steam - 68 eventsAdded aim sway to some weapons (experimental)gameplaySteamEasier to place sleeping bags in sheltersgameplaySteamShelters can be placed closer togethergameplaySteamExplosive charges now deal direct damage to structure componentsbug fixSteamSmall Stash is now a default blueprint and easier to craftgameplaySteamWeapons play dry fire sound when emptyaudioSteamKevlar is harder to producebalance changeSteamSteam Master Server Authentication Issue Resolvednetwork
Reset of official servers fixed authentication issues for 99% of users.
SteamCommunity Server Connection IssuesnetworkUsers experiencing trouble connecting to community servers need to wait for server restarts.
SteamSpike walls can be placed closer togethergameplaySteamNew death screen (WIP)visualsSteamFixed doors flying awaybug fixSteamCommunity Server Connection IssuesnetworkUsers experiencing trouble connecting to community servers need to wait for server restarts.
SteamFixed placing wood boxes inside playersbug fixSteamFixed exploit for placing deployables in mid-airbug fixSteamRight click to rotate structuresquality of lifeSteamSteam Master Server Authentication Issue ResolvednetworkReset of official servers fixed authentication issues for 99% of users.
SteamIncreased headshot damage multiplierbalance changeSteamShotgun and bolt action rifle no longer stay aimed while actioninggameplaySteamFixed explosions doing too much damage to sheltersbug fixSteamSpike wall returns more damagebalance changeSteamCannot stand inside doors and shoot outbug fixSteamNew death screen (WIP)visualsSteamYou can place items on the road nowgameplaySteamAdded missing death effects for shelters and doorsvisualsSteamSpike wall returns more damagebalance changeSteamMinimum players required for airdropsgameplayServers can specify a minimum amount of players for airdrops to occur (default 50)
SteamFixed serverside performance issuesperformanceSteamDoors will no longer fly awaybug fixSteamAdded missing death effects for shelters and doorsvisualsSteamResource nodes respawning no longer causes server-wide lagperformanceSteamFixed placing wood boxes inside playersbug fixSteamAdded Bolt Action Riflenew contentMilestoneSteamFixed shotguns not damaging deployablesbug fixSteamFixed Metal Doors rotation issuebug fixSteamFixed explosive charges not dealing direct damagebug fixSteamAdded Bolt Action Riflenew contentMilestoneSteamSpike walls can be overlapped to seal gapsgameplaySteamFixed Metal Doors rotation issuebug fixSteamFixed exploit for placing deployables in mid-airbug fixSteamResearch kits are now one time usegameplaySteamIncreased headshot damage multiplierbalance changeSteamFixed shotguns not damaging deployablesbug fixSteamAdded small 'lazy aim' cone for weaponsgameplaySteamAmmo is much harder to craftbalance changeSteamAmmo crafting is much harderbalance changeSteamDeployables on new shelters no longer destroy when shelter is destroyedbug fixSteamDeployables on inside shelters no longer destroy when shelter is destroyedbug fixSteamPrevented standing inside doors and shooting outbug fixSteamResearch kits are now one-time usegameplaySteamYou can now place items on the roadgameplaySteamAdded small 'lazy aim' cone for weaponsgameplaySteamKevlar is harder to producebalance changeSteamFixed explosions damaging things with compound collidersbug fixSteamSmall Stash is a default blueprint and easier to craftgameplaySteamWeapons play dry fire sound when emptyaudioSteamShotgun and bolt action rifle no longer stay aimed while actioninggameplaySteamSpike wall has more melee armorbalance changeSteamAdded aim sway to some weapons (experimental)gameplaySteamFixed some serverside performance issuesperformanceSteamSpike wall has more melee armorbalance changeSteamResource nodes respawning no longer causes server-wide lagperformanceSteamEasier to place sleeping bags in sheltersgameplaySteamRight click to rotate structuresquality of lifeSteamShelters can be placed closer togethergameplaySteam - 4 eventsPerformance improvements for large population serversperformance
Applied a small fix to the UK and US Central servers to address periodic lag spikes.
SteamClient-side hiccups when entering new areasbug fixAddressed small client-side hiccups or spikes when entering new areas with lots of player-made structures and deployables.
SteamFix applied to UK and US Central serversbug fixA small fix has been applied to improve performance on the UK and US Central servers.
SteamLag spikes on large population serversperformanceServers with a population greater than 128 are experiencing periodic lag spikes.
Steam - 10 eventsDefault Censorship Enabledgameplay
Censorship is now enabled by default to prevent inappropriate content from being posted on Steam.
SteamNew Server NamessystemFacepunch Official #1 (Dev) is now called Germany 1 and Facepunch Official #2 is now called Germany 2.
SteamFuture Screenshot Censorship Plansquality of lifeUpcoming changes will ensure all screenshots posted to Steam are censored, regardless of individual settings.
SteamGhosting Issue in Official ServersnetworkPlayers may experience 'ghosting' where they cannot loot items and appear in one spot to others.
SteamConsole Option to Disable CensorshipgameplayPlayers can turn off censorship via the console, but public screenshots will still be deleted.
SteamConsole Option to Disable Censorshipquality of lifePlayers can turn off censorship via the console, but public screenshots will still be deleted.
SteamGhosting Issue AcknowledgednetworkPlayers may experience 'ghosting' where they are unable to loot items and appear in one spot to others.
SteamFuture Screenshot Censorship PlansgameplayUpcoming changes will ensure all screenshots posted to Steam are censored, regardless of individual settings.
SteamRenaming of Official ServerschangesFacepunch Official #1 (Dev) is now called Germany 1 and Facepunch Official #2 is now called Germany 2.
SteamDefault Censorship Enabledquality of lifeCensorship is now enabled by default to prevent inappropriate content being posted to Steam.
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