Old School RuneScape
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Best Android MMORPGs
This guide ranks the best MMORPGs available on Android devices, highlighting games that offer deep gameplay without excessive pay-to-win mechanics. Featured titles include Old School RuneScape, Villagers & Heroes, Adventure Quest 3D, and Black Desert Mobile, among others, catering to various player preferences from grind-heavy experiences to more casual play.
What we've been playing - "like a seagull by a bin, I decided to have a peck"
Several individuals share their recent gaming experiences. Victoria is enjoying Super Mario Galaxy with her children, Bertie is exploring the unique RPG Esoteric Ebb and revisiting Slay the Spire 2, Marie continues her Easter tradition of playing Jak and Daxter: The Precursor Legacy, and Connor has made significant progress in Old School RuneScape.
RuneScape reopens Blooming Burrow and shares April’s roadmap, OSRS heralds ‘organized chaos’
RuneScape has reopened the Blooming Burrow for its Easter event, featuring a new quest, activities, and rewards. Old School RuneScape is introducing a new monthly livestream event called 'organized chaos' where players, content creators, and developers engage in gameplay shenanigans. Both games have also received various quality-of-life updates and bug fixes, with RuneScape's April roadmap focusing on bug fixes and game jam updates.
What we've been playing - "I'm playing with my balls again"
Several individuals share their current gaming experiences, including Slay the Spire 2, Marathon, Old School RuneScape, Pokémon Pokopia, and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream. The article also touches on games like Nutmeg and The Ball x Pit Regal Update, highlighting the variety of genres and experiences players are engaging with.
EverQuest is the next legacy MMO to get the "classic" treatment after WoW Classic and Old School RuneScape, but with a genius twist: it knows all of us olds don't have time for MMOs anymore
Daybreak Game Company is releasing EverQuest Legends in July 2026, a new version of the classic MMORPG designed for solo and casual players. It features a "classic" treatment similar to World of Warcraft Classic and Old School RuneScape but with modern concessions, including the ability to combine two classes for unique character builds and a focus on solo progression.
Old School RuneScape updates Sailing’s cannons, loot, sea monster fights, and missions
Old School RuneScape has released a new patch for the Sailing skill, introducing updates to boat combat, cannons, and sea monster encounters. The update includes improved cannon stats, new ways to acquire cannonballs, adjustments to sea monster loot tables, and a new bounty task. Quality-of-life improvements for the ship UI and fixes for Deadman mode and other bugs are also included.
RuneScape shares a close look at Havenhythe and character model updates, OSRS makes more travel updates
RuneScape is introducing a new area called Havenhythe with new Hunting activities, a level cap increase to 110, new bosses, and additional skill areas. Concurrently, Jagex is planning visual refreshes and skin texture improvements for player avatars later this year. Old School RuneScape is receiving weekly updates focused on travel improvements, sailing tweaks, and general adjustments.
As of today, your RuneScape subscription will be just that little bit more expensive every month
Jagex has announced a price increase for both monthly and yearly subscriptions for RuneScape and Old School RuneScape, marking the second such hike in under two years. The company cites increased investment in game development, infrastructure, and player support as reasons for the change, aiming to ensure the games' sustainability for the next 25 years.
My Old School Runescape membership now costs more than World of Warcraft's, and I wonder when the price hikes will end
The author expresses concern over the rising membership costs for Old School RuneScape, noting that its monthly price now exceeds that of World of Warcraft. This price increase prompts reflection on the trend of escalating subscription fees in online games.
RuneScape shares updates to auras and Dungeoneering, OSRS tweaks the cow boss and talks raids
Jagex has announced upcoming updates for RuneScape, including adjustments to auras and a "refresh and remaster" for the Dungeoneering skill. Meanwhile, Old School RuneScape is receiving tweaks to a new cow boss, UI improvements, and details on the upcoming Fractured Archive raid, with character switching on mobile also confirmed.
Old School Runescape wants you to decide the loot of its next big raid, and a second ring slot isn't off the table
Jagex is seeking player input on the loot for an upcoming raid in Old School RuneScape. The developers are considering a "mega rare" drop that is not a weapon, and a second ring slot is also being discussed.
Old School Runescape's new Brutus boss is the perfect gateway into bossing, and I'll protect Beef with my life
The new Brutus boss in Old School RuneScape is presented as an ideal entry point for players new to bossing. The article argues that this boss serves as a crucial gateway, making the often intimidating aspect of bossing more accessible.
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) – How to Obtain the Fire Cape
This guide details how to obtain the Fire Cape in Old School RuneScape by completing the Fight Caves. It covers recommended gear, stats, monster priorities, safe spots, and strategies for defeating the final boss, TzTok-Jad. The Fire Cape is described as the second-best melee cape in the game.
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) – Magic Gear Progression Guide
This guide details magic gear progression in Old School RuneScape, outlining recommended equipment for various level brackets from 3-40 up to 100-126. It covers staves, robes, wands, and other accessories, explaining their benefits and acquisition methods for combat and skilling purposes.
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) – Ranged Gear Progression Guide
This guide details the progression of Ranged gear in Old School RuneScape, from early-game leather armor and basic weapons to endgame equipment like Masori armor and the Twisted Bow. It outlines recommended gear upgrades at different Ranged and Defence level brackets, emphasizing the importance of weapon choice and offering insights into other useful items such as Ava's devices and Barrows Gloves.
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) – Melee Gear Progression Guide
This guide details the progression of melee gear in Old School RuneScape, categorized by player levels from 3-40 up to endgame (100-126). It covers various armor sets, weapons, capes, and accessories, distinguishing between DPS and tank-oriented equipment to help players optimize their combat effectiveness.
OSRS – Preparing for The Gauntlet
This guide provides strategies for preparing for and completing the boss fight in The Gauntlet within Old School RuneScape. It advises players on necessary preparations, potentially involving in-game currency like OSRS gold, to succeed in the challenge.
OSRS – Preparing for The Gauntlet
This guide prepares players for The Gauntlet in Old School RuneScape by detailing recommended combat stat levels, the prerequisite Song of the Elves quest, and strategies for reaching the boss arena. It also covers tactics for the Crystalline Hunllef boss fight, including the 5:1 technique and redemption method, and touches on managing in-game currency.
