Rust Update March 2026

Key Changes

The March update for Rust once again brings plenty of changes. Here are the highlights:

New Features

  • Improved building system: New building parts for more creative bases
  • Weapon balance: Adjustments to range and damage models
  • Performance: Optimizations for better FPS on all systems
  • UI improvements: Reworked inventory and crafting menu

For Server Admins

  • Force wipe: Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 8:00 PM CET
  • Oxide/uMod: Update to the new version required
  • Plugins: Check compatibility after the update

Performance Improvements

According to the changelog, Facepunch has made significant optimizations:

  • Client FPS improved by 10-15%
  • More stable server performance with 100+ players
  • Network optimizations for lower latency

What Does This Mean for Your Server?

  1. Apply the update: The server updates automatically on restart
  2. Check plugins: Test Oxide plugins for compatibility
  3. Plan the wipe: Force wipe on the first Thursday
  4. Inform your players: Communicate the changes on Discord

You can find all Rust updates on the official Rust blog.