Rust Force Wipe Countdown
Rust force-wipes on the first Thursday of every monthat ~19:00 UTC. Here's exactly how long until the next one.
Next 6 Force Wipes
| # | Date | Time (UTC) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Thursday, August 6, 2026 | 19:00 |
| 2 | Thursday, September 3, 2026 | 19:00 |
| 3 | Thursday, October 1, 2026 | 19:00 |
| 4 | Thursday, November 5, 2026 | 19:00 |
| 5 | Thursday, December 3, 2026 | 19:00 |
| 6 | Thursday, January 7, 2027 | 19:00 |
Dates are computed from the first-Thursday rule and refresh each month.
Weekly vs Monthly Wipes
The monthly force wipe (first Thursday) is mandatory and resets both the map and blueprints on official servers. Many community servers add a weekly wipe — usually a map-only reset on Thursdays — so players get a fresh start more often without losing blueprints.
PC vs Console
PC Rust force-wipes with Facepunch's monthly update at ~19:00 UTC on the first Thursday. Console Rust runs on its own update schedule — it usually wipes in the same first-Thursday window, but the exact date and time can differ from PC.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Rust force wipe?expand_more
Rust force-wipes on the first Thursday of every month at around 19:00 UTC, when Facepunch pushes the monthly update. The live countdown above shows the exact time remaining.
What time does Rust wipe?expand_more
Force wipe happens at roughly 19:00 UTC — about 2:00 PM ET, 11:00 AM PT, or 8:00 PM CET. The precise minute varies slightly with the patch rollout.
How often does Rust wipe?expand_more
Officially, Rust force-wipes once a month (first Thursday). Separately, many community servers run weekly wipes, most commonly on Thursdays.
What is a force wipe in Rust?expand_more
A force wipe is the mandatory monthly update from Facepunch. When it lands, all official servers wipe the map and blueprints, so everyone starts from scratch.
Does force wipe reset blueprints?expand_more
Yes. The monthly force wipe is a blueprint (BP) wipe as well as a map wipe, so learned blueprints reset. Most weekly wipes only reset the map and keep blueprints.
What's the difference between a map wipe and a BP wipe?expand_more
A map wipe regenerates the world and clears bases and loot. A BP wipe additionally resets every blueprint you've learned. Force wipe does both.
When do weekly wipes happen?expand_more
Weekly wipe timing is set per server, but the most common day is Thursday to line up with the update cadence. Check each server's wipe schedule in the browser.
Does console Rust wipe at the same time as PC?expand_more
Console Rust follows its own monthly update schedule. It usually wipes around the same first-Thursday window, but the exact date can differ from PC.
Why do Rust servers wipe?expand_more
Wipes keep the game fresh and fair — they reset the economy, clear abandoned bases, improve server performance, and roll out new content.
How do I find a freshly wiped server?expand_more
Use the in-game server browser and sort or filter by last wipe time, or look for the 'Just Wiped' tag, to join a server that reset recently.
Can I stop my base from being wiped?expand_more
No — you can't opt out of a wipe on official servers. Some community servers run monthly-only or long-term wipes if you prefer fewer resets.
What should I do before a Rust wipe?expand_more
Nothing carries over, so prepare instead of hoard: line up your team, decide on a base design and location, and plan your early-game farming and progression route.
Is there a fixed Rust wipe schedule?expand_more
Yes for force wipe — it's predictable at the first Thursday of each month, ~19:00 UTC. The next six dates are listed on this page.