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DINO NUGGETS TAKES THE CROWN IN AN EPIC OLD SCHOOL RUNESCAPE DEADMAN ALL STARS LIVE FINAL
Jagex crowned Dino Nuggets as the champions of the Old School RuneScape Deadman All Stars Season 3 Finale, held in Chicago. The event, sponsored by Twitch, Chipotle, and Starforge, saw over 4,000 spectators in attendance and over one million viewers online. This marked the first RuneScape event held outside the UK since 2001.
Engagement Ring
Old School RuneScape is experiencing one of its most significant years in terms of player engagement. This surge in activity suggests a strong and growing player base for the long-running MMORPG.
RuneScape offers a look at UI and feature additions planned for its Grand Exchange auction house
RuneScape is planning future updates for its Grand Exchange auction house, incorporating player feedback gathered in February. Key additions include more accurate market price information, long-term data tracking, and display of buy limits. The updates also focus on UI improvements, such as a cleaner home screen and enhanced item searching with support for acronyms and prefixes.
Ahead of June 23 Umbral Sands patch, RuneScape Dragonwilds talks water magic and crafting stations
Jagex provided early access players with a preview of the upcoming Umbral Sands update for RuneScape Dragonwilds, set to launch on June 23rd. The update will introduce a new Water Magic system with slowing and healing effects, alongside an overhaul of the crafting station interface to improve navigation and filtering.
Old School RuneScape overhauls Trouver Parchment system in June 17th patch notes
Old School RuneScape has updated its Trouver Parchment system to change how untradeable items are handled upon death in the Wilderness. The rework categorizes untradeables into tiers, with higher-tier items now retaining their parchment permanently after a repair fee, rather than consuming it on each death.
RuneScape opens Archaeology site, OSRS tweaks trading, Jagex teases new account system
Jagex is rolling out a new Jagex Accounts system for RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, making it a requirement later this year. RuneScape introduces a new Archaeology dig site at Moonrise with new rewards, while Old School RuneScape receives updates to the Grand Exchange, including a higher gold cap and improved trading tools, alongside planned tweaks to gear and game mechanics.
"There's nothing worse than an AI-generated pitch": Bloober, Jagex, 11 bit and indie devs on the bruising hurdle of funding a videogame prototype
Independent game developers face significant hurdles in securing funding for prototypes, with many publishers requiring playable builds before committing to a project. Companies like Bloober Team, Jagex, and 11 bit studios acknowledge the necessity of prototypes but express concerns about the increasing reliance on generative AI for their creation. While AI tools can boost productivity, publishers are wary of AI-generated pitches, as they offer less proof of a team's genuine capabilities and artistic vision, leading to a more risk-averse industry.
There's rumors of a League of Legends Classic, and I'm not sure how I feel about it
Rumors suggest Riot Games is planning a 'League of Legends Classic' server, potentially launching soon. This follows a trend of classic versions of games like World of Warcraft and Old School RuneScape, sparking debate about the industry's reliance on nostalgia versus player desire for improved current experiences.
Ahead of its 1.0 launch, RuneScape: Dragonwilds fits in one more, scorching hot update later this month
RuneScape: Dragonwilds is set to receive its 'Umbral Sands' update on June 23rd, introducing a scorching desert environment. This update precedes the game's 1.0 launch on September 15th. The Umbral Sands update will feature new mechanics like 'Scorch' status effects, a replayable 'Fight Cave' mode, and the addition of magic carpets as a new mount type.
Runescape Dragonwilds Umbral Sands finally has a date, and the sun itself is your biggest threat
Runescape Dragonwilds' next major update, Umbral Sands, is set to launch on June 23, 2026. This desert region update introduces new enemies like Kalphites and Kot'Haar, a dragon named Fuzan, and challenges such as the Fight Cave and Nightmare Crucible. Players will need to manage environmental hazards like extreme sun exposure and utilize new gear, including red dragonhide armor and Adamant equipment, to survive.
Upcoming PS Plus Day-1 Games Get 2026 Release Dates
Two day-one games for PlayStation Plus in 2026 have received release dates. Big Walk, a cooperative multiplayer adventure, will launch on August 4, 2026, for all PS Plus tiers. RuneScape: Dragonwilds, a new adventure in the RuneScape IP, will be available to Extra and Premium subscribers starting September 15, 2026.
RuneScapeRolls Out Player Avatar with Modernised Models and More
Jagex has released a significant Player Avatar update for RuneScape, marking the game's biggest visual overhaul in over a decade. This update introduces new high-fidelity character models, refreshed hairstyles and beards, and updated clothing options, with further NPC and cosmetic updates planned for later.
RuneScape heralds the arrival of refreshed character models with its latest release
RuneScape has launched its Player Avatar Refresh update, introducing significantly updated character models. This patch includes new hairstyles, beards, improved dialogue animations, and enhanced visuals for armors and cosmetic items. While some minor bugs are present, Jagex plans to address them in upcoming patches.
Runescape's "biggest visual overhaul" in over a decade has arrived, and its fresh faces are a huge improvement
Jagex has released the biggest visual overhaul for Runescape in over a decade, focusing on a significant improvement to player avatar models and customization options. This update, which began development in 2021, aims to make characters more lifelike while retaining the game's core aesthetic. It follows other recent improvements like the removal of the Treasure Hunter system and UI refreshes.
Everything Announced at Summer Game Fest 2026: Every Reveal, Trailer and Release Date | Invision Game
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased a vast array of new game announcements, including remakes of Resident Evil: Code Veronica and Assassin's Creed Black Flag, sequels to Alien Isolation and Lords of the Fallen, and new entries in franchises like Guild Wars and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. The event featured reveals across multiple genres and platforms, with many titles slated for release in 2027 and beyond.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds – Full PC & Console Launch Date Confirmed
Jagex has confirmed that RuneScape: Dragonwilds will officially launch out of Early Access on September 15th, 2026, for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. The game has surpassed one million sales during its Early Access period and will include the Scorned Wilderness update and Umbral Sands expansion at launch.
All Major Summer Game Fest 2026 Announcements
Summer Game Fest 2026 showcased numerous game announcements and trailers, including Stellar Blade: BLOOD RAIN, Final Fantasy VII Revelation launching in spring 2027 for multiple platforms, and the Resident Evil Veronica remake. New titles like Alien: Isolation 2, The Wolf Among Us 2, and Virtua Fighter Crossroads were also revealed, alongside updates for existing franchises and new IPs across various genres.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds Soars onto XBOX on September 15, 2026
RuneScape: Dragonwilds is set to launch on Xbox Series X|S on September 15, 2026, marking the franchise's first console release. This open-world survival crafting game will feature exploration, skill leveling, and combat against various creatures, culminating in a battle against the Dragon Queen. The game will also support cross-platform play.
Summer Game Fest Live 2026: All The Biggest Announcements And Games
Summer Game Fest Live 2026 showcased a multitude of new game announcements and trailers. Highlights included reveals for Resident Evil: Code Veronica Remake, Alien Isolation 2, Gen Atlas, Stranger Than Heaven, and the final chapter of the Final Fantasy VII Remake trilogy, Final Fantasy VII Revelation. Several studios also debuted new titles and updates for existing franchises, covering a wide range of genres.
Casually Classic: Five MMOs other than WoW Classic that deliver that old school feel
This article explores several Massively Multiplayer Online games that capture the old-school feel reminiscent of World of Warcraft Classic. Titles like Old School RuneScape, EverQuest Legends, Pantheon: Rise of the Fallen, Embers Adrift, and Project Gorgon are highlighted for their embrace of legacy game design principles, challenging gameplay loops, and community-focused experiences.