Rust servers have a handful of gamemodes available for users to pick from. These gamemodes are some forms of evolution from the vanilla Rust gameplay, as they take most aspects from the base game and then apply restrictions or quality-of-life features to make the game harder or easier. This can make for an enjoyable, relaxed, or tense and challenging experience, covering any gameplay users want on their servers.
Note: Changing the gamemode on a Rust server will completely reset player data. Do not switch gamemodes mid-wipe to preserve player inventories.
1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.
2. Stop the server.
3. Go to the Startup tab.
4. From the Additional Arguments field, enter the following: +server.gamemode "<name>"
| Gamemode Name | Description |
|---|---|
vanilla | survival
|
Default Rust gameplay with no changes. |
softcore |
Vanilla gameplay with difficulty changes to make the game easier. Such as increased team size (4) and convenient respawns. |
hardcore |
Vanilla gameplay with limited features, providing a more challenging experience. |
5. Start the server.