Calling all map makers! I'm happy to announce Rust's first custom map maker competition. We're looking for one standout map which we'll run across multiple Facepunch servers. We want to see everyone's best works, this competition will hopefully encourage new and old mappers to present more diverse, unique custom maps and help the custom mapping community grow.
Prize pool
Winner
- Submitted map ran on multiple Facepunch small official servers for the duration of 2 months.
- Map showcased in the community blog
- £90 worth of skins
- 3 items of Rust merch
- Rust Sunburn, instruments and upcoming DLC keys
- Bragging rights
Runner up
- Map showcased in the community blog
- £50 worth of skins
- 2 items of Rust merch
- Rust Sunburn, instruments and upcoming DLC keys
Rules
- Worldsize 3200-3700 limit
- No third-party plugins/mods aside from Harmony mods (No Oxide/uMod)
- One entry per person / team
- Closing date for submission - July 14th 2021
- The map must be original and not have been released publicly prior
- Maps with poor performing areas (low FPS) will be rejected
- Maps must be inkeeping with Rust's theme, progression and balance. Example:
- Must use keycard progression
- No fantasy style maps, floating rocks / islands
- No gravity defying constructions
Evaluation
Submissions will be judged based on the following:
- Creativity
- Balance
- Fun
- Polish
- Detail/design
Judging will be performed by Facepunch Staff.
How To Submit
Submission link:
https://forms.gle/teheGK6zZ1uoJtNw7
Once the maps have been submitted, they will be reviewed for quality, no feedback will be given until the winner is announced. The winning entry may be requested to make additional changes prior to launch.
The winner and runner up will be announced in July's community blog.
Terms
This competition is run by Facepunch Studios Ltd at Concept House, Elmore Green Road, Bloxwich, Walsall, UK. The competition ends on July 14th 2021. One entry per person / team. The winner and runners-up will be selected based on which map Facepunch thinks is the most original/creative and any decisions Facepunch makes will be final. The winner and runner up must claim their prizes within one month of the closing date (which Facepunch may exchange for an alternative of the same or greater value). Our modding guidelines apply to any map/content you make for the competition: https://facepunch.com/legal.
Learn More
Get involved! If you're new to the Rust map-making scene and wanting to get involved please check out the following resources:
Questions?
Head over to the forum post and I'll be answering any questions:
https://forum.facepunch.com/t/rust-map-maker-competition/245530
