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Devblog 97 — Rust (1 buffs, 3 nerfs) · PatchDiff

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ActionAdventureIndie

Facepunch Studios · Facepunch Studios·$39.99

Feb 11, 2016 · 125mo ago

Devblog 97

+1 buff −3 nerf 3 other

✦AI summary1d

Balance adjustments to external walls and masks, introduction of the planner system for deployables, and various engine/visual optimizations.

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▲Buffs1

Code LockEntering the wrong code on a Code Lock now deals more shock damage to the player.Low→

Higher

▼Nerfs3

Metal FacemaskMetal facemask protection has been reduced to match the chestplate, making headshots more lethal.High→Chestplate level
External WallExternal wall health has been adjusted to prevent them from being overly oppressive.High→Balanced
TrapsTraps are no longer found in common loot tables and must now be learned via blueprints.Common loot→BP only

◆Other changes3

General
- All deployables have been converted to the planner system for better quality of life during building.→Planner System
- Server violation score kicking is now enabled by default to improve cheat mitigation.Optional→Enabled by default
- Game updated to Unity 5.3.2p3 for better stability and performance.Old→5.3.2p3

subjects affected (5)

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Metal Facemask1 Code Lock1 External Wall1 Traps1 General3

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