Death will be a part of the experience, but you can at least minimize the frustration of Rust by avoiding some unnecessary mistakes using this beginner's guide.

5 best early-game weapons for beginners in Rust (Image via Facepunch Studios) Beginning a force wipe in Rust is often accompanied by hundreds of hungry players trying to secure their best start.

There's no way of getting around it: Indie-survival game Rust is tough. You're only given bandages, a torch, and a rock to begin with, and you have to figure out how to get yourself fed, sheltered ...

There's no way of getting around it: Indie-survival game Rust is tough. You're only given bandages, a torch, and a rock to begin with, and you have to figure out how to get yourself fed, sheltered ...