Siege weapons, Shields, Ice sculpting - First look! | Rust Update 22nd November 2024

Summary

In this detailed video update, Franks covers the latest developments in Rust, focusing on exciting new features like siege weapons, shields, and ice sculpting. Key highlights include the introduction of battering rams, catapults, siege towers, and a ballista, along with improvements to the game’s mechanics such as faster elevators and changes to shelter placement. New privacy features, like a VPN partnership with Surfshark, and game fixes for animals, especially wolves, are also discussed. Franks also teases upcoming items like a Hazmat plushy and potential DLCs, all while covering significant tweaks to in-game items, crafting, and systems. Stay tuned for further updates coming in the next months.

Takeaways

• 😀 New changes are being tested in Rust's staging branch, including fixes, updates, and new features like Siege weapons and shields.
• 😀 A new hostile warning marker will appear on-screen when players are in range of a peacekeeper turret.
• 😀 Player-placed elevators will have a dedicated Express button to quickly reach the top or bottom, and their speed will be doubled.
• 😀 Legacy shelters will now take 1.5 seconds to place, and placing a second shelter will destroy the first one.
• 😀 Landmines now have a 15% chance to explode when being disarmed, which was previously prevented by a bug.
• 😀 Wolves will no longer jump at players who haven't climbed onto anything, and AI improvements will be made to prevent excessive wolf pack merging.
• 😀 Four new Siege weapons are being tested: a battering ram, catapult, siege tower, and ballista, each with unique functionality.
• 😀 Siege weapons can be moved with horses, and each weapon has different methods of usage, including ammunition types like explosive boulders and bolts.
• 😀 Shields are being introduced in four types: wooden, reinforced, improvised, and metal, providing damage absorption when equipped.
• 😀 Ice sculpting is coming soon, allowing players to create sculptures from blocks of ice, with various hand tools used to carve them.
• 😀 Several changes are also being made, including updates to vending machine pricing, water pump depth, and new industrial lights.
• 😀 The Hazmat plushy is a new craftable in-game item that provides 100% comfort when nearby, adding a fun element to gameplay.

Q & A

What are some of the recent changes being made on the staging branch of Rust?

Recent changes include the introduction of a hostile warning marker for peacekeeper turrets, adjustments to node sparkle mechanics, a dedicated express button for player elevators, and a new shelter placement system. Additionally, legacy shelters now take 1.5 seconds to place, and small boxes have been added to underground work carts.

How are wolves being adjusted in the new update?

Wolves will no longer leap at players who don't climb on something, they won't die suddenly without reason, and they will not respond to 'h' from wolves that aren't part of their pack. This prevents wolf packs from merging and reduces instances of players encountering overly powerful super wolf packs.

What is the significance of the new Siege weapons introduced?

The new Siege weapons include the battering ram, catapult, siege tower, and ballista. These tools introduce strategic elements to the game, allowing players to breach walls, fire projectiles, and use various ammunition types for different impacts on both structures and players.

How does the catapult function in the new Siege weapon set?

The catapult can be pushed, pulled, or towed by a horse. It features three types of ammunition: boulders, incendiary, and explosive. The catapult requires a winch to arm it and can then launch projectiles with significant range, though the damage to structures is still being fine-tuned.

What are the functionalities of the new Siege tower?

The Siege tower is a large, multi-floor construction that can be pushed, pulled, or towed by a horse. It includes drawbridges on each floor that provide cover when closed. The tower can be used for tactical movements, allowing players to cross walls of varying heights.

How do the new shields work in Rust?

There are four types of shields: wooden, reinforced wooden, improvised, and metal. These shields can be equipped alongside a compatible weapon, blocking damage depending on the shield type. The shields also have a durability system and will eventually break, with their health displayed above the player's health bar.

What are ice sculptures and how do they work?

Ice sculptures are craftable items where players can cut into blocks of ice using various hand tools. These sculptures can be locked to prevent further editing and are expected to melt over time. They are a new decorative feature being added to the game.

What new features are being added to vending machines in Rust?

Vending machines are being updated to feature dynamic pricing, meaning the cost of items will change depending on supply and demand. For example, fish prices can fluctuate based on the amount of fish being sold, with prices potentially doubling if fish stocks are low.

What changes are being made to water pumps in Rust?

The required depth for water pumps is being reduced, making it possible to use them in the new rivers that have been introduced to the game. This change is aimed at improving the utility of water pumps in the updated map environment.

What new item is being introduced for player comfort?

A new Hazmat plushy item is being introduced. When players are near it, they will receive a 100% comfort boost. This item is craftable and is part of the ongoing additions to in-game items aimed at enhancing player experience.