When does Rust July 2026 Force Wipe end?
July 2026 Force Wipe is expected to end on August 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM UTC. Status: Estimated.
Rust Current and Next Force Wipe
The current Rust force wipe is July 2026 Force Wipe. It is expected to end on August 6, 2026. The next force wipe, August 2026 Force Wipe, is expected to begin on August 6, 2026. 25 days remain.
- Current status:
- In progress
- End date:
- Estimated
- Next start:
- Estimated
Current Force WipeIn progress
July 2026 Force Wipe
Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The July 2026 'Common Ground' update added an Apartment Complex monument with rentable player shops, introduced an official in-game clan system, and added raid time windows plus faster resource gathering for Softcore servers.
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Upcoming Force WipeUpcoming
August 2026 Force Wipe
Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression, expected on the first Thursday of August in line with Facepunch's regular monthly update cadence.
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Related Trackers
Also tracking seasons for ARC Raiders, Dark and Darker, and Destiny 2 plus other survival shooter games.
Season History
Showing 6 of 9August 2026 Force Wipe
(estimated) - (estimated)Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression, expected on the first Thursday of August in line with Facepunch's regular monthly update cadence.
July 2026 Force Wipe
- (estimated)Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The July 2026 'Common Ground' update added an Apartment Complex monument with rentable player shops, introduced an official in-game clan system, and added raid time windows plus faster resource gathering for Softcore servers.
Built Different
- Monthly forced wipe accompanying the Built Different update, which added new player models and animations, the M16A2 rifle, loot-only Ballistic Armour and BDU clothing, a Unity 6 upgrade, and QoL and performance changes.
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- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The May update added Workbench upgrades, the Mortar deployable, Tin Can Alarm changes, Vending Machine UI changes, Binocular refreshes, and other quality-of-life changes.
April 2026 Force Wipe
- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The Spring Clean update introduces the Armored Ladder Hatch, Water Wheel power source, shield hitbox nerfs, and various quality-of-life improvements.
March 2026 Force Wipe
- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The "Shipshape" update includes naval cleanup improvements, electricity and industrial items deployable on boats, boat building stations on Deep Sea Islands, and a painting line tool.
Older force wipes (3)
February 2026 Force Wipe
- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression across official and community servers.
January 2026 Force Wipe
- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression across official and community servers.
December 2025 Force Wipe
- Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression across official and community servers.
Frequently Asked Questions
When does Rust August 2026 Force Wipe start?
August 2026 Force Wipe is expected to start on August 6, 2026 (UTC time not announced). Status: Estimated.
What is Rust's current force wipe?
The current force wipe is July 2026 Force Wipe. Monthly forced wipe resetting all map data and player progression. The July 2026 'Common Ground' update added an Apartment Complex monument with rentable player shops, introduced an official in-game clan system, and added raid time windows plus faster resource gathering for Softcore servers.
How long does a Rust force wipe typically last?
Based on tracked completed force wipes, a typical force wipe lasts about 30 days (roughly 1.0 months).
Where can I find Rust patch notes?
Check the SeasonDex news page for Steam news, or the links page for official patch notes and other resources.
What type of game is Rust?
Rust is a survival shooter.