Legacy Code

Old School RuneScape needs 'to do a bunch of work to stop the game exploding soon', as a problem from 2018…

Old School RuneScape is facing a critical issue with its legacy code that could prevent the addition of new scenery if not addressed. Developers at Jagex are working to fix a problem originating from 2018, which involves the game's engine handling of scenery pieces. This technical debt highlights the challenges of maintaining long-running online games.