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Rust Wipe Schedule Explained: Weekly, Monthly, Map, and BP Wipes

Rust wipes reset the map cycle and decide when the server feels fresh. Understanding the schedule helps you avoid joining late unless that is exactly what you want.

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Map wipe vs BP wipe

A map wipe clears bases, deployables, and the world state. A BP wipe resets learned blueprints. Many players care about the difference because a map-only wipe lets experienced players progress faster from saved blueprints.

RustFront publishes wipe timing on the server pages and wipe calendar so players can pick the cycle they actually want to play.

Weekly, biweekly, and monthly servers

Weekly wipes are intense and fresh often. Biweekly servers give bases longer to mature. Monthly servers reward longer campaigns and slower progression.

The best choice depends on your group. If you only play weekends, a weekend-friendly wipe can matter more than raw population.

RustFront wipe visibility

The public wipe calendar is meant to answer the key question quickly: what wipes next, when does it wipe, and which server should I join?

Current configured schedule: Weekly. Blueprint wipe guidance: 1st Thursday of each month, 20:00 CEST.

Quick answers

When do Rust servers wipe?

Community servers choose their own map-wipe schedule, while force-wipe timing follows Rust update requirements. Always check the server page because weekly, biweekly, monthly, and special event schedules differ.

What is a BP wipe in Rust?

A BP wipe resets learned blueprints. It is different from a map wipe, which clears bases and the world while player blueprint knowledge may remain.