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Rust May Update: Comprehensive Summary from New Mortar to Workbench UpgradesWe will provide detailed information about the upcoming Rust forced wipe update on May 7th. Pay attention to the introduction of the new mortar and how it will change the existing raid methods, as well as the revamp of the workbench upgrade system.
1. 💥 New Mortar Added & Raid Damage Analysis
· A new mortar that can be crafted at Workbench Level 2 has been added.
· The mortar uses two types of ammunition: regular shells (high explosive) and shrapnel shells (anti-personnel).
· Raiding stone structures requires 17 high explosive shells (2,550 gunpowder, 9 pipes), while metal structures require 34 (5,100 gunpowder, 17 pipes).
· The mortar deals splash damage similar to rockets, but its accuracy is difficult, so it is expected to perform between rockets and C4.
· The mortar uses two types of ammunition: regular shells (high explosive) and shrapnel shells (anti-personnel).
· Raiding stone structures requires 17 high explosive shells (2,550 gunpowder, 9 pipes), while metal structures require 34 (5,100 gunpowder, 17 pipes).
· The mortar deals splash damage similar to rockets, but its accuracy is difficult, so it is expected to perform between rockets and C4.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stone Raid | 17 High Explosive Shells (2,550 Gunpowder, 9 Pipes) |
| Metal Raid | 34 High Explosive Shells (5,100 Gunpowder, 17 Pipes) |
00:11 - 01:45
1. 💥 New Mortar Added & Raid Damage Analysis
· A new mortar that can be crafted at Workbench Level 2 has been added.
· The mortar uses two types of ammunition: regular shells (high explosive) and shrapnel shells (anti-personnel).
· Raiding stone structures requires 17 high explosive shells (2,550 gunpowder, 9 pipes), while metal structures require 34 (5,100 gunpowder, 17 pipes).
· The mortar deals splash damage similar to rockets, but its accuracy is difficult, so it is expected to perform between rockets and C4.
· The mortar uses two types of ammunition: regular shells (high explosive) and shrapnel shells (anti-personnel).
· Raiding stone structures requires 17 high explosive shells (2,550 gunpowder, 9 pipes), while metal structures require 34 (5,100 gunpowder, 17 pipes).
· The mortar deals splash damage similar to rockets, but its accuracy is difficult, so it is expected to perform between rockets and C4.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Stone Raid | 17 High Explosive Shells (2,550 Gunpowder, 9 Pipes) |
| Metal Raid | 34 High Explosive Shells (5,100 Gunpowder, 17 Pipes) |
01:46 - 03:09
2. ⚙️ Workbench Upgrade System Revamp & Part Acquisition
· The workbench upgrade slots will be reduced from the current 10 to 9.
· The 'Surplus Workbench' is still under development and may not be included in this update.
· The Surplus Workbench has a 20% chance to provide random surplus parts (1-8 pieces) upon crafting and is used in alternative recipes.
· Workbench upgrade parts cannot be crafted and can be obtained from various containers such as regular boxes, military boxes, elite crates, and locked crates.
· The 'Surplus Workbench' is still under development and may not be included in this update.
· The Surplus Workbench has a 20% chance to provide random surplus parts (1-8 pieces) upon crafting and is used in alternative recipes.
· Workbench upgrade parts cannot be crafted and can be obtained from various containers such as regular boxes, military boxes, elite crates, and locked crates.
| Source | Crate Type |
|---|---|
| Workbench Upgrade Parts | Regular Box, Military Crate, Elite Crate, Locked Crate |
03:10 - 03:41
3. 🛒 Improved Vending Machine UI & Electric Furnace Skin
· The vending machine UI has been improved, making it easier to drag and drop items into desired slots and set sale prices.
· An option for individual skin sales has also been added.
· The electric furnace can now have skins applied, and related skins are being prepared in the workshop.
· An option for individual skin sales has also been added.
· The electric furnace can now have skins applied, and related skins are being prepared in the workshop.
03:42 - 04:23
4. 📉 Deep Sea Nerf & Other Item Changes
· Loot rewards in the Deep Sea area will be nerfed. The initial spawn loot will be reduced by 15%, and respawns will only fill up to 30%.
· Loot from scientist boats will also be reduced.
· New model binoculars and an improved UI will be added.
· The model and sound of the salvage axe will be newly changed.
· Loot from scientist boats will also be reduced.
· New model binoculars and an improved UI will be added.
· The model and sound of the salvage axe will be newly changed.
04:24 - 05:29
5. ⚡ Computer Station Power Requirement Increased & New Elements
· The Computer Station will now require 5 power to operate.
· It will only consume power when actively in use and will not drain batteries.
· New achievements will be added and will be applied starting with this forced wipe.
· A 'Crypt Building Skin' DLC, applicable to stone structures, is scheduled for release.
· You can now change skins for various items, including barrels.
· There will be changes to the lighting devices on some monuments.
· The Tin Can Alarm has been modified to allow explosives like grenades to be equipped when triggered.
· It will only consume power when actively in use and will not drain batteries.
· New achievements will be added and will be applied starting with this forced wipe.
· A 'Crypt Building Skin' DLC, applicable to stone structures, is scheduled for release.
· You can now change skins for various items, including barrels.
· There will be changes to the lighting devices on some monuments.
· The Tin Can Alarm has been modified to allow explosives like grenades to be equipped when triggered.