The First Ever RUST & Kick Tournament (Nov 2025)
Get ready, survivors! Facepunch Studios has announced that RUST will be the first game ever to partner with Kick.com’s brand-new “Drops” feature. RUST will be blazing the trail as Kick.com launches its new Drops system. Starting November 13th, you’ll be able to earn exclusive in-game rewards simply by watching your favourite RUST streamers on Kick. Over 150 creators will compete for a $100k prize pool.
This event will give RUST players a new way to earn free RUST skins purely by engaging with content, no spend required (aside from owning the game). For streamers and content creators, it opens new monetisation and engagement opportunities. With recommended watch times to unlock special drops, it means more viewers stay longer.
A smart move by Facepunch to inject fresh hype around RUST and drive activity in the community, while rewarding viewers and creators alike. Let’s go!
Event Details
- The event begins on November 13th, 2025, at 21:00 UTC and ends on November 23rd, 2025, at 23:59 UTC.
- Link your Steam account and your Kick.com account at Kick’s campaign page to activate the drops.
- Watch streams in the RUST category on Kick.com marked with “Drops Enabled”. Some drops are universal; others are streamer-specific.
- After claiming a drop, it may take up to 10 minutes for it to appear in your Steam inventory. If it doesn’t appear, use the “Check for Missing Drops” tool to obtain the skin on your Steam account.
Eligibility Notes
- You must own RUST on Steam to receive the items.
- If you claim a drop but don’t own RUST yet, you have up to 180 days to purchase the game and redeem the item. After that, all drops will expire.
What’s Up for Grabs
General Drops
Here’s a breakdown of the rewards players can earn simply by watching any enabled RUST stream on Kick.com during the campaign window.
| Item | Time | Skin |
|---|---|---|
| Rock | 2 Hours |  |
| Furnace | 4 Hours |  |
| Armored Double Door | 6 Hours |  |
| Hazmat Suit | 8 Hours |  |
Streamer Specific Drops
Here’s a breakdown of the rewards players can earn simply by watching the following Streamer-specific drops for a designated period of time.
| Item | Time | Streamers | Skin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bed | 2 Hours | Panpots Agustabell212 |  |
| Pump Shotgun | 2 Hours | oilrats qaixx |  |
| Armored Door | 2 Hours | spoonkid Blazed |  |
| Vagabond Jacket | 2 Hours | hJune Hutnik |  |
| Sleeping Bag | 2 Hours | CoconutB winnie |  |
| [Hidden] | 2 Hours | [Hidden] | [Hidden] |
| Fridge | 2 Hours | welyn Picco |  |
| [Hidden] | 2 Hours | [Hidden] | [Hidden] |
| Thompson | 2 Hours | SerWinter Omni |  |
| MP5A4 | 2 Hours | Ricoy dilanzito |  |
Tips to Prepare for the Event
- Get Your Account Linked Up Early: Don’t wait! Go to kick.facepunch.com and link your Steam + Kick accounts ahead of time so you’re ready when the event starts.
- Watch Actively: Make sure you’re watching a “Drops Enabled” stream in the RUST category, and note whether the drop is general or tied to a specific streamer.
- Claim Your Drops Promptly: Once you hit the required watch time, claim the item and check Steam within ~10 minutes. If it doesn’t show, use the “Check for Missing Drops” button.
- Keep an Eye On Drop Timers: Some drops require only 2-hours of view time; others stretch to 8-hours. Plan your viewing around your schedule.
- Watch for Hidden/Secret Drops: Some streamer-specific drops are less transparent, so follow participating streamers and stay tuned to announcements.
- Bear the 180-day Rule in Mind: If you claim but don’t own RUST yet, you still have up to 180 days to purchase and redeem. After that, your drop becomes invalid.
Final Takeaway
If you’re a RUST player, creator, or streamer, this event is a major opportunity. Free skins, added engagement, and a unique first-time experiment with Kick Drops. Mark your calendars for November 13–23 and ensure you’re set up ahead of time (accounts are linked, streams are ready).
