More news about Rust Mobile are coming. The game, developed by Facepunch Studios partnering with Level Infinite, is set to enter open beta testing between January and February 2025. While the closed beta phase is expected to start in China, developers plan to expand globally if initial testing proves successful, with a full worldwide launch anticipated later in 2025.
Designed as a standalone experience, Rust Mobile will focus on optimized gameplay tailored for smaller screens. The game will preserve the core elements of the original, including resource gathering, crafting, and PvP/PvE survival, while making necessary adjustments for mobile devices. These adaptations may include simplified controls and a reduced player cap to ensure smoother performance. The developers have also confirmed that the mobile version will not feature cross-play with the PC edition, allowing for better optimization specific to mobile platforms.
Following the monetization model of its PC predecessor, Rust Mobile will be free-to-play, with cosmetics and character skins available for purchase. This ensures the game remains free of pay-to-win mechanics, staying true to the original’s ethos. Lets see how Level Infinite’s expertise in adapting high-profile PC games for mobile platforms works for this game. You can get more updates in the Discord Server of the game.
