Streaming Rules and Guidelines
Sniping Defined
Stream sniping is defined as the act of watching a live stream of another player and using that information to gain an unfair advantage in the game. This can include using the stream to locate the streamer and attack them, to steal their resources or loot, or to gain insight into their strategy or plans.
Note: Intentionally calling out content creators in the server that are not using their real name or information in game will fall under this rule as well and will result in moderation. Play the game and let others play without trying to cause issues.
Stream sniping is considered to be a form of cheating, as it allows players to gain an unfair advantage over other players who are not using a live stream. It can also be disruptive and frustrating for the streamer, who may feel that their stream is being used against them. As such we have rules against stream sniping, and players who are found to be engaging in this behavior may be subject to moderation action.
Creator Requirements
Reports are reviewed on a case by case basis and the burden of proof is on the streamer. The streamer must be using all standard known measures to protect their stream including, but not limited to: streamer mode, map overlay, disabled chat, non-obvious Steam names, etc.
Rustopia staff, as a standard practice, will neither sit and observe a stream nor spectate suspected parties to acquire evidence on behalf of the broadcaster. Decisions to take or not take moderation actions based on the facts available are the sole discretion of the administrator reviewing the report.
Failure to have the basic protections in place on a stream will be cause for closure of the report.
Additional considerations include having habitual team mates (people you play with most/every wipe) having protections if streaming and not using a static Steam name as well.
Further, if you are playing the same server for an extended period (i.e. a monthly server for the entire wipe) or playing the same exact server every wipe we may suspend creator protections temporarily at our discretion.
Please note: In most cases you must be an approved streaming partner for moderation to take place.
- You adhere to all Rustopia rules at all times.
- You follow all In Game Guidelines listed below.
- You treat Rustopia servers and staff with respect.
- You are an active Rust content creator that makes content on a frequent and regular basis.
- You do not violate any of the game’s ToS.
Reports are reviewed on a case by case basis and the burden of proof is on the streamer. The streamer must be using all standard known measures to protect their stream including, but not limited to: streamer mode, map overlay, disabled chat, non-obvious Steam names, etc.
Rustopia staff, as a standard practice, will neither sit and observe a stream nor spectate suspected parties to acquire evidence on behalf of the broadcaster. Decisions to take or not take moderation actions based on the facts available are the sole discretion of the administrator reviewing the report.
Failure to have the basic protections in place on a stream will be cause for closure of the report.
Please note: In most cases you must be an approved streaming partner for moderation to take place.
- Global VIP across Rustopia
- Access to our private Creator Support
- Ability to skip team members through our queue
- Demo Recordings (depending on staff availability)
Stream sniping is defined as the act of watching a live stream of another player and using that information to gain an unfair advantage in the game. This can include using the stream to locate the streamer and attack them, to steal their resources or loot, or to gain insight into their strategy or plans.
Note: Intentionally calling out content creators in the server that are not using their real name or information in game will fall under this rule as well and will result in moderation. Play the game and let others play without trying to cause issues.
Stream sniping is considered to be a form of cheating, as it allows players to gain an unfair advantage over other players who are not using a live stream. It can also be disruptive and frustrating for the streamer, who may feel that their stream is being used against them. As such we have rules against stream sniping, and players who are found to be engaging in this behavior may be subject to moderation action.
We reserve the right to remove your partnership with Rustopia at any time.
Being partnered does not grant a user any special treatment or exemptions to our rules and ToS.
We review applications weekly and if approved you will receive a response on Discord from our Senior Manager in charge of Creator Partnership.
All accepted creators are subject to activity reviews at any time to establish if you still qualify.