RuneFest 2026 is over, and we’ve acquired a roundup of every part introduced at Jagex’s huge present celebrating its long-running fantasy MMORPG.
RuneScape 4
This 12 months noticed quite a lot of important bulletins, none greater than affirmation {that a} fourth RuneScape MMO is within the works. Jagex hasn’t formally referred to as it RuneScape 4 (RS4 is the working title), however we all know it’s constructed on Unreal Engine and is designed to make use of the newest expertise and design, so it actually does sound like a next-gen RuneScape sport. There’s no data on when it will likely be launched, however the teaser trailer is under.
New RuneScape animated adaptation
Jagex introduced a brand new RuneScape animated adaptation, in partnership with YouTuber Charlie White, aka MoistCr1TiKaL, and manufacturing firm Lyrical Media. No phrase on what that is precisely or when it will likely be launched, nevertheless it’s taking place!
RuneScape Reignited
Jagex introduced RuneScape Reignited, which launches December 2. Jagex referred to as it a “defining second” for the 25-year-old sport, designed to rekindle curiosity amongst lapsed gamers and get present gamers excited. There’s a Remastered Journey and Journey Information, a recent financial system, and brand-new hello scores. Gamers can get full Reignited Entry with out membership from December 2-12. The long-awaited Plugin API launches this month, with gamers getting an early hands-on forward of official launch. The debut trailer is under:
We additionally acquired what Jagex referred to as “the most important roadmap within the sport’s historical past.” 2027 content material unfolds in three story arcs, all of which tie into long-running storylines. Hoard of Dragons (January) affords a sequel to the favored Dragon Slayer quest, Metropolis of Gnomes continues the gnome storyline, and Secrets and techniques of Karamja introduces a brand new endgame raid. Additionally coming is an Agility ability rework, new skilling and solo bosses, new space expansions, and a brand new Grandmaster Quest.
Previous Faculty RuneScape
Previous Faculty RuneScape, in the meantime, acquired an up to date roadmap. The Golden Gates to Menaphos are opening lastly after 20 years, alongside a set of fan-demanded content material. The Fractured Archive, a brand new endgame raid, launches October 20. Hardcore Worlds launches November 4. And subsequent 12 months will even see the continuation of the Fairytale questline, Quest month, Dungeons of Gielinor, a Mining and Smithing rework, Chosen Commander, and the Tower of Xorphoros.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds
The lately launched spinoff, RuneScape: Dragonwilds, noticed the announcement of the Blood Crystal Saga and up to date plans for 2027. The Luminance replace is a prelude to 2027’s Blood Crystal Saga, and launches in December this 12 months. This options the introduction of the Elves into RuneScape: Dragonwilds, new elven-themed customisation choices for participant characters and buildings alike and the Prayer ability.
The Blood Crystal Saga kicks off in 2027 beginning with the Music of Riot in early 2027. These updates function enemies like Moss Giants, Kebbits, and Implings, the Hunter Talent in addition to new areas for gamers to discover, new quests and kit as properly new decorations for homes impressed by the traditional RuneScape metropolis of Prifddinas.
Count on quarterly updates, which can embody new Expertise resembling Hunter and Slayer, in addition to month-to-month updates that includes aspect quests, weapons, decorations and high quality of life enhancements. Official modding arrives on Dragonwilds in 2027 via a brand new partnership with CurseForge — full with devoted creation instruments and an in-game mod browser and installer, accessible throughout all platforms together with console.
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