When Did Rust Come Out?

Rust first appeared on the gaming scene in December 11 2013 as an early access title. I remember the excitement in the community when it launched, with players ready to explore this new survival game.

However, the full release of Rust didn't happen until February 2018. During those four years, I watched the game evolve significantly through updates and improvements.

So, to answer the question directly: Rust came out in early access in 2013, but its official full release was in 2018. This extended development period allowed the developers to refine the game based on player feedback, resulting in a more polished final product.