Facepunch Studios' well-crafted but gruelingRustis probably one of the most difficult major online open-world survival games available on the market. Gamers can use a number of different items and tactics to try and ahead of the game’s many threats, which include hungry wildlife, the inhospitable environment, and other players. Now,Rustis adding a host of new content to celebrate the Lunar New Year holiday.
There are a variety ofguides to help new players adjust toRust, but more experienced players may want to look into more decorative items and gear. The game has hosted previous seasonal events that added aesthetic items into the game, so this update is in good company.
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A recent tweet from the verifiedRustTwitter account links to a post on the game’s website that explains what players can expect from the Lunar New Year celebration. Apparently, players will be able to craft throwable firecrackers designed to make a racket, and can buy several returning items from previous years. In other words, the New Years Gong, Dragon Door Knocker, and Chinese Lantern are once again available for purchase.Rustisn’t the only game that’scelebrating the Lunar New Yearright now, but it certainly put a lot of effort into the event.
Players will also be able to purchase a new Lunar New Year-themed item and cosmetic, the Sky Lantern and the Tiger Mask. Purchasing these items through the shop will allow players to craft them in-game, which means that dying inRustwon’t force gamers to lose their new treasures. This is fortunate since it’s veryeasy to die in a game likeRust. The Tiger Mask will replace the existing wolf headdress item, while the Sky Lantern serves as an unorthodox way to transport a single item by air. Players can ignite the Sky Lantern with a lit torch and send it into the skies, where it will take one item sailing in the direction the player happens to be looking in.
As of writing, it appears that someRustfans are more excited than others about the new items. After the items were revealed, several users replied to the tweet by reporting problems with theRustitem shop. Some of them attached screenshots of what seems to be a Year of the Tiger SAR with thewrong skin graphic showing. Other users stated that the new Tiger Mask looks more like a boar mask.
Rustis available now for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
