How to use the Rust Wipe Calendar
- Check the next forced wipe. The first tab shows the date and time in your time zone, with a live countdown and the next twelve dates.
- Switch time zones. Use the Show times in box to see it in another zone. The table underneath lists the same moment in major cities.
- Plan your wipes. On the second tab choose weekly, every two weeks or monthly, the day and the time, and your server's time zone.
- Add them to your calendar. Download a calendar file with the dates, or copy the schedule to post for your community.
What forced wipe is
Facepunch ships a major Rust update on the first Thursday of every month, at 7 PM UK time. Every server has to update that day, and after the update the server starts a new map, so bases and loot are gone. That is the forced wipe. The time follows UK daylight saving, so it can move by an hour in your own time zone twice a year.
Map and blueprint wipes
A map wipe resets the world and bases. A blueprint wipe also resets what players have researched. Forced wipes normally affect only the map, so blueprints survive unless the server owner clears them. Many servers clear blueprints on forced wipe day, so the planner has an option for that and labels each date accordingly.
Picking a schedule
Weekly wipes suit fast, high-turnover servers. Every two weeks is a common middle ground. Monthly wipes keep bases around longer and need no extra work because forced wipe already resets the map. If you run every two weeks, anchoring to the forced wipe keeps the spacing even.
Frequently asked questions
What time is forced wipe in my time zone?
The first tab shows it for your device's time zone automatically, and you can pick any other zone from the list.
Why did the forced wipe time change by an hour?
It is fixed to 7 PM UK time, and the UK changes its clocks in spring and autumn. Many other countries change on different dates, so your local time can shift.
Do I have to wipe on forced wipe day?
Yes. The server has to update to the new build and starts a fresh map afterwards. Whether to also clear blueprints that day is your choice.
Can I wipe more often than the forced wipe?
Yes. Servers wipe weekly or every two weeks all the time. Pick the schedule in the planner to see the dates.
Can I get the dates in my calendar app?
Yes. Download the calendar file and open it with your calendar app. It adds each wipe as an event in your own time zone.