Rust Mobile's Closed Alpha Test Arrives This February
Get ready, Rust fans! Facepunch Studios is launching a closed alpha test for Rust Mobile sometime in February. This confidential test will offer a sneak peek at the highly anticipated mobile port of the popular survival game.
The alpha will be strictly private, with limited information released publicly. Expect no official screenshots or videos surfacing from this testing phase. Participants will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
Registration for the alpha is open via the official Rust Discord server. Important note: save data will not transfer, and in-app purchases will be unavailable during the test. This alpha represents a first look at Rust Mobile's gameplay mechanics.
A Look Ahead
Many players, myself included, are particularly interested in how Rust Mobile will handle in-app purchases and monetization. Successful mobile ports like Ark: Ultimate Mobile Edition have demonstrated that a balance between free content and optional paid expansions is achievable.
The mobile release of Rust is a significant event for the survival game genre. Its arrival on mobile platforms is sure to attract a large player base eager to experience the progression from primitive tools to advanced weaponry.
In the meantime, check out our curated list of top survival games available for iOS and Android if you're looking for similar experiences!
