RuneScape
News, coverage and analysis tracking RuneScape across the outlets.
RuneScape’s Road to Restoration Brings the Combat Modernisation Update This MonthJagex has released the Combat Modernisation update for RuneScape, overhauling its melee, ranged, and magic combat styles based on community feedback from beta periods. This update is part of the larger 'Road to Restoration' initiative for the game's 25th anniversary, which also includes recent user interface and early game rebalancing updates, with further changes to daily activities and player avatar visuals planned.- RuneScape opens up for player feedback about how to improve the Grand ExchangeJagex is seeking player feedback to improve RuneScape's Grand Exchange, a core feature that has not been updated in a significant amount of time. Developers are aware of issues such as slow trading, price lag, and a lack of features like item filters and price ranges, and are looking for player input on desired changes.
- MMO Week in Review: The clock strikes MidnightThis week's MMO news roundup covers the early access launch of World of Warcraft: Midnight, BitCraft entering its second early access phase, and Gamigo reviving Gloria Victis. The article also touches on layoffs at Corepunk, Discord's postponed age verification rollout, and various updates and issues across numerous other MMO titles.
How recent laws impact game design, from in-game chat to notificationsRecent and upcoming laws are significantly impacting game design, particularly concerning dark patterns, in-game chat, notifications, loot boxes, and virtual currencies. Developers must navigate regulations like the DMCCA and DSA to avoid misleading practices and ensure transparency, especially regarding in-app purchases and player interactions. The EU AI Act also introduces new labeling requirements for AI-generated content.
Top 10 Game Features We Miss Most, And Why They Made MMOs GreatThis article discusses ten features that are often missing from modern Massively Multiplayer Online Role-Playing Games (MMORPGs), arguing that their absence diminishes the genre's soul and community aspects. Features like manual grouping, open-world bosses, functional player housing, and memorable NPCs are highlighted as crucial for creating engaging and immersive online worlds.
Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 reviewThe Acer Predator Helios Neo 16 gaming laptop offers a powerful and versatile gaming experience with a gorgeous 165Hz WQXGA display and robust build quality. Despite concerns about its cooling system's effectiveness, which may require a cooling pad for sustained performance, the laptop provides excellent value and performance for its price point.