Rust is a popular survival game set in an open world where players must scavenge resources, craft tools and weapons, and build bases to survive harsh conditions and hostile wildlife. The gameplay focuses on survival, base building, and PvP combat, emphasizing resource management, strategy, and cooperation. The guide below will walk players through connecting to a Rust server.

How to Join a Rust Server (Steam Game Servers)

1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

2. Copy the IP Address and Port+3. For example, if the port is 1060, use 1063.

3. From Steam, select the View tab and choose Game Servers.

4. Go to the Favorites tab.

5. Click the + icon.

6. Paste the IP Address and Port+3 from step 2 and hit OK.

7. Select the server and click Connect.

Note: The server will be automatically added to the Favourited tab in Rust.

How to Join a Rust Server (Console)

1. Log in to the BisectHosting Starbase panel.

2. Copy the IP Address.

3. Launch Rust.

4. Press F1 to open the console.

5. Run the following command to join the server: client.connect <IP Address>