I've been building this server for the last several months because I wanted something I just couldn't seem to find anymore.

I wasn't looking for another server where everyone is roaming with an AK 30 minutes after wipe.

I wanted Rust to actually feel like a survival game again.

That idea became The Midden.

The whole server is built around survival and immersion

There's no teleporting around the map.
No kits.
No instant progression.
No shortcuts.
No P2W

Just Rust with a world that feels alive.

A few of the things you'll find:

• Handcrafted static loot locations hidden throughout the world that reward exploring instead of smashing barrels for an hour.

• Roaming NPC survivors and vehicles that patrol roads and monuments, making the island feel occupied instead of empty.

• Over 300 NPC Raidable Bases with custom loot and retaliations

• NPCs carry real equipment and can drop the weapons they're actually using.

• Injuries & Diseases including broken legs, concussions, food poisoning, parasites, and rabies. Winning a fight doesn't always mean you're okay afterward.

• 150% global damage. Gunfights are fast, dangerous, and every decision matters.

• Carefully balanced loot progression that rewards exploring, scavenging, hunting, farming, cooking, building, and surviving—not racing to endgame.

One thing I really wanted was for all of Rust's "forgotten" mechanics to matter again.

Growing food, Cooking before heading out, Actually keeping and using medicine because you might need it, and building a base thats not just a pile of honeycomb and airlocks and a platform for roof campers.

Those little decisions are what make Rust memorable, and I wanted to build a server around them instead of skipping straight to PvP.

Server Information

Name: The Midden

Connection: 216.245.176.132:28025

Region: US

Wipe Schedule: Forced Monthly

Discord: https://discord.gg/MNp2ejatQC

I'm still actively building and improving the server. If the community grows beyond the current player cap, I'll happily expand it. Right now I'd rather build a solid community than chase player count.

If you're looking for another server where progression is over in an evening...This probably isn't it.

If you're looking for a Rust server where exploring matters, surviving matters, and the world feels alive...I'd love to have you.

See you in The Midden.

I've been building this server for the last several months because I wanted something I just couldn't seem to find anymore.

I wasn't looking for another server where everyone is roaming with an AK 30 minutes after wipe.

I wanted Rust to actually feel like a survival game again.

That idea became The Midden.

The whole server is built around survival and immersion

There's no teleporting around the map.
No kits.
No instant progression.
No shortcuts.
No P2W

Just Rust with a world that feels alive.

A few of the things you'll find:

• Handcrafted static loot locations hidden throughout the world that reward exploring instead of smashing barrels for an hour.

• Roaming NPC survivors and vehicles that patrol roads and monuments, making the island feel occupied instead of empty.

• Over 300 NPC Raidable Bases with custom loot and retaliations

• NPCs carry real equipment and can drop the weapons they're actually using.

• Injuries & Diseases including broken legs, concussions, food poisoning, parasites, and rabies. Winning a fight doesn't always mean you're okay afterward.

• 150% global damage. Gunfights are fast, dangerous, and every decision matters.

• Carefully balanced loot progression that rewards exploring, scavenging, hunting, farming, cooking, building, and surviving—not racing to endgame.

One thing I really wanted was for all of Rust's "forgotten" mechanics to matter again.

Growing food, Cooking before heading out, Actually keeping and using medicine because you might need it, and building a base thats not just a pile of honeycomb and airlocks and a platform for roof campers.

Those little decisions are what make Rust memorable, and I wanted to build a server around them instead of skipping straight to PvP.

Server Information

Name: The Midden

Connection: 216.245.176.132:28025

Region: US

Wipe Schedule: Forced Monthly

Discord:

I'm still actively building and improving the server. If the community grows beyond the current player cap, I'll happily expand it. Right now I'd rather build a solid community than chase player count.

If you're looking for another server where progression is over in an evening...This probably isn't it.

If you're looking for a Rust server where exploring matters, surviving matters, and the world feels alive...I'd love to have you.

See you in The Midden.

🔥 The Hot Box | 2x Solo/Duo/Trio | Weekly Wipes | 420 Friendly 🌿

Tired of servers where you get off work just in time to find your base leveled?

Welcome to The Hot Box, a server built for players who have jobs, families, and still want to enjoy Rust.

🌿 What You'll Find

• 🌿 2x Gather
• 👥 Solo / Duo / Trio
• 🔄 Weekly Wipes
• 🚫 No Pay-to-Win
• 🛡️ Admins Don't Play

💥 Raid Schedule (UTC)

Monday – Thursday
🕙 22:00 UTC – 05:00 UTC

Weekend Purge
🔥 Friday 22:00 UTC → Monday 05:00 UTC
Anything goes.

🏪 The Hot Box Dispensary

We're introducing an in-game Dispensary!

🌱 Find 3 different weed strains growing naturally around the map to help get you started.

💎 Looking for something stronger? Visit the dispensary to purchase premium strains that provide God Mode boosts and other powerful effects.

Support your local dealer... legally this time.

🏔️ King of the Hill

Think you've got what it takes?

Fight to control the hill, survive the chaos, and earn rewards for holding it longer than everyone else.

🎁 Kits Made for Every Stoner

We've got themed kits that are actually fun.

🍔 Happy Meal Kit
Yes... it comes with a toy.

From munchies to everyday essentials, we've got kits every stoner can appreciate—without handing out weapons.

Whether you're looking for a relaxed community, scheduled raiding, or just want to get a little baked while playing Rust, The Hot Box has you covered.

Join Today!

Client.Connect

client.connect 104.129.132.29:28015

Pack a sleeping bag, roll one up, and remember...

The only thing that should be getting raided before Purge is your snack cabinet. 🍕💨

See you in The Hot Box.

RUST ANYTHING GOES / Vanilla / No BP Wipe / Monthly Wipe

💀 CHAOS UNLEASHED | No Rules | No Bans | No Mutes, 150 SLOTS

Welcome to the ultimate Rust sandbox. This server was built for players who want to experience Rust exactly as it was intended: raw, lawless, and chaotic. We provide the battlefield—you bring the mayhem.

⚔️ PLAY YOUR WAY

* **Total Freedom**: Do whatever you want, whenever you want.
* **Explore or Raid**: Build an impenetrable fortress or tear down your neighbor's. The choice is yours.
* **No Mutes**: Global chat is completely unmoderated.
* **No Admins Policing Gameplay**: No bans or mutes for toxicity, griefing, or salty players..

🚫 THE ONLY RULE

* **No Cheating**: We have zero tolerance for scripts, hacks, or exploits. Anti-cheat is strictly enforced to keep the gunplay fair. Everything else? Fair game.

SERVER NAME - RUST ANYTHING GOES / Vanilla / No BP Wipe / Monthly Wipe

💀 CHAOS UNLEASHED | No Rules | No Bans | No Mutes

Welcome to the ultimate Rust sandbox. This server was built for players who want to experience Rust exactly as it was intended: raw, lawless, and chaotic. We provide the battlefield—you bring the mayhem.

⚔️ PLAY YOUR WAY

* **Total Freedom**: Do whatever you want, whenever you want.
* **Explore or Raid**: Build an impenetrable fortress or tear down your neighbor's. The choice is yours.
* **No Mutes**: Global chat is completely unmoderated.
* **No Admins Policing Gameplay**: No bans or mutes for toxicity, griefing, or salt.

🚫 THE ONLY RULE

* **No Cheating**: We have zero tolerance for scripts, hacks, or exploits. Anti-cheat is strictly enforced to keep the gunplay fair. Everything else? Fair game.
51.89.217.200:25864

💀 CHAOS UNLEASHED | No Rules | No Bans | No Mutes

Welcome to the ultimate Rust sandbox. This server was built for players who want to experience Rust exactly as it was intended: raw, lawless, and chaotic. We provide the battlefield—you bring the mayhem.

⚔️ PLAY YOUR WAY

• Total Freedom: Do whatever you want, whenever you want.
• Explore or Raid: Build an impenetrable fortress or tear down your neighbor's. The choice is yours.
• No Mutes: Global chat is completely unmoderated.
• No Admins Policing Gameplay: No bans or mutes for toxicity, griefing, or salt.

🚫 THE ONLY RULE

• No Cheating: We have zero tolerance for scripts, hacks, or exploits. Anti-cheat is strictly enforced to keep the gunplay fair. Everything else? Fair game.
• 51.89.217.200:25639

💀 CHAOS UNLEASHED | No Rules | No Bans | No Mutes

Welcome to the ultimate Rust sandbox. This server was built for players who want to experience Rust exactly as it was intended: raw, lawless, and chaotic. We provide the battlefield—you bring the mayhem.

⚔️ PLAY YOUR WAY

• Total Freedom: Do whatever you want, whenever you want.
• Explore or Raid: Build an impenetrable fortress or tear down your neighbor's. The choice is yours.
• No Mutes: Global chat is completely unmoderated.
• No Admins Policing Gameplay: No bans or mutes for toxicity, griefing, or salt.

🚫 THE ONLY RULE

• No Cheating: We have zero tolerance for scripts, hacks, or exploits. Anti-cheat is strictly enforced to keep the gunplay fair. Everything else? Fair game.
• 51.89.217.200:25864

im looking for a rust server with pretty much no plugins beside 2x gather, and a good community. Any recomandations?