Rust is a paid Steam game for PCs running Windows 11 64-bit (Steam does not list Windows 10) and for Apple M1 Macs; Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation get the separate Rust Console Edition, and an iPhone can stream the Xbox version through Xbox Cloud Gaming while Rust Mobile is still planned.
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Below are the official store links for every platform, the install steps, prices, system requirements, the Game Pass position and fixes for installs that fail.
Which Rust download do you need?
Facepunch Studios develops and publishes Rust on Steam. Rust Console Edition is published by Double Eleven and is bought from the Xbox and PlayStation stores, not from Steam.
| Your device | What to get | Where | US price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Windows 11 PC | Rust (Steam) | Rust on Steam | $39.99 |
| Mac that meets the Apple M1 minimum | Rust (Steam, macOS build) | Rust on Steam | $39.99 |
| Xbox Series X|S | Rust Console Edition X|S | Xbox Store | $49.99+ |
| PS5 or PS4 | Rust Console Edition | PlayStation Store | $49.99 |
| iPhone, iPad or Android phone | Stream Rust Console Edition X|S with Xbox Cloud Gaming | xbox.com/play | Game purchase plus Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate |
Download Rust for Windows 11 and Windows 10
The Windows version is sold on Steam. Install the Steam client first, then buy and install Rust from its store page.
- Rust on the Steam Store (45 GB): Windows and macOS; $39.99 in the US
- Install Steam (Valve): The Steam client Rust installs through
- Rust official site (Facepunch): Facepunch's own site with the Buy Rust link; Facepunch warns players to use only official Facepunch websites
Steam lists Windows 11 64-bit for both the minimum and recommended specs and does not name Windows 10 anywhere on the Rust page.
Install Rust through Steam
- Open the Steam about page and select Install Steam, then run the installer and sign in or create a Steam account.
- Open the Rust store page and select Add to Cart next to Buy Rust, then check out.
- Open your Steam library, select Rust and choose Install.
- Pick a drive with at least 45 GB free; Steam's recommended spec says SSD Required.
- Agree to the Rust EULA, which Steam lists as a third-party EULA the game requires.
- Wait for the download to finish, then select Play in the library.
Rust uses Easy Anti-Cheat, a kernel-level anti-cheat that stays on the PC until removed manually, even after the game is uninstalled.
Download Rust on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One
The Xbox Store lists Rust Console Edition X|S for Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming. Xbox One is not listed as a native platform, so an Xbox One plays it only through cloud streaming.
- Open the Rust Console Edition X|S page on the Xbox Store and sign in with the Microsoft account you use on the console.
- Choose an edition: standard ($49.99+), Rust Console Edition X|S – Deluxe ($59.99+) or Rust Console Edition X|S – Ultimate ($84.99+).
- Buy it, then install it from your library on the Xbox Series X|S console.
- Get an online multiplayer subscription before playing; the store page says the game needs Game Pass Core or Ultimate on console.
- On an Xbox One, open Xbox Cloud Gaming instead and stream the game with a Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate plan.
Every edition includes Public Test Branch Access, a separate test build listed as Rust Console Edition X|S – Public Test Branch.
Install Rust through the PlayStation Store
Rust Console Edition is on the PlayStation Store for PS4 and PS5, published by Double Eleven.
- Open the Rust page on PlayStation.com or search for Rust in the PlayStation Store on the console.
- Pick Standard ($49.99), Deluxe ($59.99) or Ultimate ($84.99) and select Add to Cart.
- Download the game to your console from the library after checkout.
- Subscribe to PlayStation Plus before playing, since the store page states PS Plus required for online play and Online play required.
PlayStation Plus Premium members get a 2-hour full game trial, and PS5 and PS Portal cloud streaming is supported only with Premium.
Is Rust on Game Pass?
No. Rust Console Edition X|S must be bought; Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate only adds the right to stream it from the cloud. The Xbox Store page reads Cloud playable with XBOX Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate. Game purchase required. Xbox Cloud Gaming is not included with PC Game Pass.
How much does Rust cost?
| Edition | Store | US price | What it includes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rust | Steam | $39.99 | The base game; the store page lists Windows and macOS requirements |
| Rust + DLC Bundle | Steam | $74.65 | Rust, Rust Instrument Pack, Rust Sunburn Pack, Rust Voice Props Pack and Rust Soundtrack |
| Rust Console Edition (Standard) | Xbox Store, PlayStation Store | $49.99 ($49.99+ on Xbox) | The game, Public Test Branch Access and Press Start Garage Door (Red) |
| Rust Console Edition Deluxe | Xbox Store, PlayStation Store | $59.99 ($59.99+ on Xbox) | Adds 1100 Rust Coins and the Tech Noir skins |
| Rust Console Edition Ultimate | Xbox Store, PlayStation Store | $84.99 ($84.99+ on Xbox) | Adds 4600 Rust Coins, the Tech Noir skins and the Orion's Fury L96 rifle |
Rust is paid on Steam, Xbox and PlayStation, and no platform offers a free version.
Rust system requirements and download size
| Spec | Windows minimum | Windows recommended | macOS minimum | macOS recommended |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS | Windows 11 64bit | Windows 11 64bit | macOS Monterey (version 12) | macOS Monterey (version 12) |
| Processor | AMD Ryzen 5 1400 or Intel Core i5-6600 | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X or Intel Core i7-6700K | Apple M1 | Apple M1 Pro / Max / Ultra |
| Memory | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM | 12 GB RAM | 16 GB RAM |
| Graphics | AMD Radeon RX 470, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060, Intel Arc A580 | AMD Radeon RX 6600XT, NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060, Intel Arc B580 | Apple M1 | Apple M1 Pro / Max / Ultra |
| DirectX | Version 11 | Version 12 | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Storage | 45 GB, SSD highly recommended | 45 GB, SSD required | 45 GB | 45 GB |
| Network | Broadband | Broadband | Broadband | Broadband |
Can you download Rust on Mac?
Yes, on Apple silicon. Rust has a native macOS build on Steam, sold on the same store page as the Windows version. The macOS requirements name only Apple chips, Apple M1 at minimum and Apple M1 Pro / Max / Ultra recommended, and list no Intel processor. Install Steam from the Steam about page, then install Rust from your library exactly as on Windows.
Rust on iPhone and Android
On an iPhone, Rust plays by streaming Rust Console Edition X|S through Xbox Cloud Gaming in Safari, which needs the game purchase plus a Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate plan, a Bluetooth or USB controller, and at least 10 Mbps.
Facepunch lists Rust Mobile, an officially authorised phone version, as coming to Android and iOS; its announced test was Android-only and limited to Canada.
- Xbox Cloud Gaming at xbox.com/play: Streams Rust Console Edition X|S to iPhone, iPad and Android in Edge, Chrome or Safari
- Rust+ companion app: Not the game: server map, team chat and raid alerts on iOS, Android and the web
Cloud playtime is capped by plan: 5 hours a month on Essential, 10 hours on Premium and 15 hours on Ultimate.
How to update Rust and read the patch notes
- Keep Steam running; Steam applies automatic game updates, including Rust patches.
- Open the Rust store page and select View update history to read the latest patch notes.
- Check Latest News on rust.facepunch.com for the devblog; Steam's page promises a content patch every month.
- On Xbox or PlayStation, let the console install pending updates before starting Rust Console Edition.
Fix Rust not downloading or installing
Steam says there is not enough disk space for Rust
Rust needs 45 GB free on the install drive, and the recommended spec requires an SSD.
- Select Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps and remove games or apps you no longer use.
- Point the Rust install at an SSD with 45 GB free.
- Retry the install from the Steam library.
Rust installs but will not start or closes on launch
A damaged or incomplete install is the usual cause, and Steam can check it file by file.
- Close Rust and restart the PC.
- Run Steam's Verify Integrity of Game Files check on Rust and let Steam redownload anything missing.
- Launch Rust again from the Steam library.
Rust Console Edition will not connect to servers
The console edition is online-only and needs a paid online subscription.
- On Xbox, confirm Game Pass Core or Ultimate is active on the account.
- On PlayStation, confirm PlayStation Plus is active; the store page states PS Plus required for online play.
- Install any pending game update and try again.
Rust will not open on a Mac
The Mac falls below the macOS minimum of Apple M1, 12 GB RAM and macOS Monterey (version 12).
- Compare the Mac's chip, memory and macOS version with that minimum.
- If the chip and memory meet it but macOS is older, update macOS and relaunch Rust from Steam.
- Confirm the drive still has 45 GB free for the game.
How to uninstall Rust
- Uninstall Rust from your Steam library.
- Select Start > Settings > Apps > Installed apps on Windows.
- Find Easy Anti-Cheat in the list and select More > Uninstall, because Steam notes it requires manual removal after game uninstall.
- If it cannot be removed in Settings, open Control Panel > Programs > Programs and Features and uninstall it there.
Frequently asked questions
Can I download Rust for free?
No. Rust is a paid game on Steam, Xbox and PlayStation, and any site promising a free full PC download is not an official source. Facepunch warns players to use only official Facepunch websites; PlayStation Plus Premium members can play a 2-hour full game trial.
Does Rust run on Windows 10?
Steam lists Windows 11 64-bit as the operating system for both the minimum and recommended Rust specs and does not mention Windows 10. Check the Steam store page before buying on a Windows 10 PC.
Is Rust on the Microsoft Store for PC?
No Windows version is listed there. The Microsoft Store listing is Rust Console Edition X|S, which names Xbox Series X|S and Xbox Cloud Gaming as its platforms. The Windows version of Rust is sold on Steam for $39.99.
How big is the Rust download?
Steam lists 45 GB of available space for Rust on both Windows and macOS. An SSD is highly recommended at minimum spec and required at recommended spec, otherwise load times run longer than average.
Can I play Rust on iPhone?
Yes, by streaming. You can stream Rust Console Edition X|S to an iPhone through xbox.com/play in Safari if you own the game and have Game Pass Essential, Premium or Ultimate. Facepunch lists a separate Rust Mobile as coming to iOS and Android.
Is Rust on PS5?
Yes. Rust Console Edition is on the PlayStation Store with a PS5 version, published by Double Eleven. Online play is required, and PlayStation Plus is needed to play online.
Who makes Rust Console Edition?
Double Eleven publishes Rust Console Edition and develops it with Facepunch Studios, the studio behind the PC game. The Xbox Series X|S and PS5 versions released on June 26, 2025.
