The Second RUST & Kick.com Collaboration: RUSTMAS Edition
Get ready, survivors! Following the massive success of the first-ever partnership, Facepunch Studios has announced the second collaboration with Kick.com. This Round 2 event marks the return of Kick’s new Drops feature, timed perfectly for the holiday season.
Starting December 18th, players can once again earn exclusive in-game rewards by tuning into RUST streamers on Kick. This event continues to bridge the gap between the RUST community and Kick’s growing platform, offering a fresh batch of RUSTMAS-themed items to deck out your base and kit.
This event gives RUST players a new way to earn free RUST skins purely by engaging with content—no spend required. Whether you are a veteran player or a newcomer, these drops are a great way to expand your inventory while supporting the creators who keep the RUST scene thriving.
Event Details
The event runs from December 18th, 2025, at 11:00 AM PST, through January 1st, 2026, at 11:00 AM PST.
- Link Your Accounts: Visit kick.facepunch.com and link your Steam and Kick.com accounts to activate the drops.
- Watch to Earn: Watch any stream in the RUST category on Kick.com that has the “Drops Enabled” tag.
- Claiming: Once you reach the required watch time, claim your drop on Kick. It may take up to 10 minutes to appear in your Steam inventory.
- Troubleshooting: If your skin doesn’t appear, use the “Check for Missing Drops” tool on the Facepunch link page.
Eligibility Notes
You must own RUST on Steam (which is 50% off at the time of writing this!) to receive the items. If you claim a drop but don’t yet own the game, you have up to 180 days to purchase RUST and redeem the items before they expire.
What’s Up for Grabs
General Drops
These rewards are available by watching any participating “Drops Enabled” RUST stream on Kick during the campaign window.
| Item | Time | Skin |
|---|---|---|
| Large Wood Box | 2 Hours |  |
| Crossbow | 4 Hours |  |
| Sheet Metal Door | 6 Hours |  |
| Jackhammer | 8 Hours |  |
Tips to Prepare for the Event
- Sync Up Early: Don’t wait for the rush. Visit kick.facepunch.com now to ensure your Steam and Kick accounts are correctly linked.
- Check the Tags: Only streams with the “Drops Enabled” tag will count toward your progress.
- Track Your Progress: You can monitor how close you are to your next reward via the Kick Drops Inventory page.
- One Stream at a Time: Remember, you can only earn progress from one active channel at a time. Multi-tabbing won’t get you skins any faster!
- Claim Promptly: Click the “Claim” button once you’ve reached your hours; progress on the following item typically won’t start until the current one is claimed.
Final Takeaway
With the RUSTMAS season in full swing, this second collaboration is a major opportunity for the community to grab some high-tier utility skins like the Jackhammer and Sheet Metal Door for free. Mark your calendars for December 18th – January 1st, and ensure your accounts are ready for Round 2!
