Jagex, in partnership with Titan Books, has announced the release of “RuneScape: The Gift of Guthix,” the first book in a new series of novels set in the RuneScape universe. This novel is available at retailers globally and introduces readers to a pivotal period in the world of Gielinor. The story of “The Gift of Guthix” explores the origins of magic within this universe, set against a backdrop of civil conflict and the Fremennik Great Invasion. The plot centers around the rise of King Raddallin, whose leadership unites various tribes. These events coincide with a powerful discovery in the Nor ..read more

Jagex today unveiled the 2024 roadmap for RuneScape, detailing upcoming content and features for the MMO throughout the year. The announcement was made during a live stream, highlighting significant additions including a new game mode, Group Ironman, and various updates across quests, skilling, and bosses. The new Group Ironman mode, set for release this autumn, builds on the original Ironman Mode introduced ten years ago. This team-based variant requires players to collaborate without access to the Grand Exchange, player trading, or PvP XP, aiming to provide a challenging yet rewarding exper ..read more

Today RuneScape members have something new to explore with the launch of the ‘Requiem for a Dragon’ quest. This latest addition to the MMORPG is set on the island of Ungael, marking the conclusion of the Fort Forinthry saga and ushering in a new era of lore. The narrative follows players as they trace the steps of Vorkath, the wounded dragon, into the frostbitten terrains of Ungael. This island holds secrets beneath its icy exterior, filled with dangerous Zamorakian foes who are not welcoming to outsiders. Amid these chilling challenges, players will discover a new necromancy ritual site nest ..read more

Jagex, in collaboration with Insight Editions, today announced the release of “RuneScape: The Official Cookbook,” authored by Sandra Rosner and featuring recipe development by Jarrett Melendez. The cookbook is designed to immerse fans of the RuneScape universe in the game’s culinary culture, offering over 50 recipes inspired by the fantasy world. The cookbook is filled with full-color photography and includes recipes suitable for a range of cooking abilities. It integrates RuneScape’s lore, providing a thematic cooking experience that aligns with the game’s storytelling and environments. The ..read more

The developers of RuneScape have announced changes to their content roadmap for May and June 2024, shifting focus toward permanent content rather than seasonal events. This decision was influenced by feedback from the player community, who have expressed a preference for more lasting additions to the game. Traditionally, RuneScape has invested in seasonal events, like the Christmas Village and Blooming Burrow, to bring players together. However, feedback has indicated a desire for more permanent content. Consequently, the team has discontinued development on the upcoming Summer Event to reall ..read more

This week, RuneScape rolls out a significant update featuring a new encounter with Undead Pirates in the Wilderness, alongside adjustments to the mechanics of the Colosseum. New Wilderness Event: Undead Pirates The Wilderness levels 9 to 14 now host a conflict between Undead Pirates and Elder Chaos Druids. This encounter is intended to invigorate activity in the low-level Wilderness areas, particularly appealing to players with specialized PvP builds and those at lower levels. The Elder Chaos Druids have been enhanced with the ability to cast Teleblocks, increasing the challenge for players i ..read more

The long-anticipated wait is over for fans of Old School RuneScape as Jagex unveils the grand opening of Varlamore Part One, the first segment of the most significant area expansion in the game’s history. Starting today, members of the Old School RuneScape community are invited to explore the Shining Kingdom of Varlamore, offering an epic scale of adventures and a vast new world like never before. Varlamore Part One invites players to the Shining Kingdom of Varlamore, a realm filled with epic adventures and a vast new world to explore. The expansion brings a rich area steeped in history and l ..read more

Jagex has released an Easter-themed update for RuneScape, titled “Egg-cellent Easter 2024: Blooming Burrow.” This seasonal event is available in the game from today until April 8th, offering players three weeks filled with themed activities and challenges. The update introduces players to a new quest called “Great Egg-Spectations,” where participants join the Easter Bunny in a quest across Gielinor. The aim is to discover, refine, and test the perfect chocolate egg recipe. Additionally, the event features the Hunt for the Golden Egg, encouraging players to engage in daily and weekly Egg Hunt ..read more

The official Old School RuneScape (OSRS) YouTube channel has unveiled the “Varlamore – Official Cinematic Trailer,” giving players a glimpse into the forthcoming expansion titled “Varlamore: Part One,” set to be introduced on March 20th. This cinematic trailer showcases Varlamore, the Shining Kingdom, a new area located to the west of the mainland, south of the Kingdom of Great Kourend on the continent of Zeah. The expansion’s narrative centers around the Kingdom of Varlamore, ruled by Queen Zyanyi Arkan, where the citizens worship Ralos, the god of the sun. Access to this new kingdom require ..read more

RuneScape has announced a significant update to its combat system, slated for release on March 4th, 2024. This update introduces the much-anticipated fourth combat style, Necromancy, and implements a series of improvements aimed at modernizing the game’s core combat mechanics. The introduction of Necromancy follows a period of extensive testing and collaboration with the player community. This new combat style not only adds depth to RuneScape’s already intricate combat system but also serves as the catalyst for a broader overhaul aimed at enhancing player experience across all combat styles ..read more