Rust
Rust: co-op, on PC and Mac, came out 8 February 2018.
Want to play Rust with friends?
Pick a night together in Lobbli: everyone marks when they are free, and you see which evening works.
Playing it together
Best with a group of friends; solo players get raided and offlined
Pros
- Great fun with friends; several players say it is addictive together
Cons
- Solo players and small groups get raided and offlined
- Teammates may steal from or betray you
- Strangers on servers can be hostile and racist
Lobbli's AI summary of 33 Steam reviews about playing together, October 2026. It can get things wrong.Read them on Steam
Quick answers
From its Steam page: co-op, online play, crossplay.
Is Rust co-op?
Yes, Rust has a co-op mode.
How many players?
The catalogue does not list a player count yet.
Split screen?
No split screen mode is listed for it.
When did it come out?
8 February 2018.
Which platforms?
PC and Mac.
Can you play it online?
Yes, according to its Steam page.
Crossplay?
Yes, according to its Steam page.
What kind of game is it?
Shooter, RPG, Adventure, Indie
Who makes it?
Facepunch Studios
About Rust
The only aim in Rust is to survive. Everything wants you to die - the island’s wildlife, other inhabitants, the environment, and other survivors. Do whatever it takes to last another night.