Jagex used RuneFest 2026 to confirm RuneScape 4 is in development on Unreal Engine alongside a major Reignited relaunch launching December 2. The event also detailed massive roadmaps for Old School RuneScape and the Dragonwilds survival spinoff through 2027.
Jagex has officially announced RuneScape 4 during this year's RuneFest convention, confirming a full MMO sequel built on Unreal Engine. The project began life as an expansion for the survival game Dragonwilds before playtester feedback pushed the studio toward a traditional MMO direction. The new game aims to blend the visual identities of both RuneScape 3 and Old School RuneScape into a single experience.
The University of Silicon Valley is offering the 'Max Achievement Scholarship' to students who can prove their exceptional gaming skills in various titles like Final Fantasy XIV, Old School Runescape, and Minecraft. This unique program rewards up to $15,000 annually for achieving specific, rare in-game milestones, valuing the disciplined practice and strategic problem-solving these feats entail. Eligible students can receive up to $5,000 per term for "Legendary" tier achievements.
League of Legends Classic, set to launch on July 29, promises a unique blend of old and new, with community-voted patches guiding its evolution. This mode revives old kits, summoner spells, and upgrade systems while incorporating some modern elements, sparking mixed reactions among players. With a format inspired by Old School RuneScape, players will have a significant say in how the mode progresses.
Dataminers uncover potential next update for World of Warcraft: Classic, dubbed "World of Warcraft Camelot," hinting at a "Classic Plus" reveal at BlizzCon this September. This comes amidst a spree of private server takedowns, fueling speculation of an official expanded Classic experience. Players anticipate a major announcement, akin to Jagex's Old School RuneScape model.
Rumors of a "World of Warcraft Classic Plus" have intensified after Blizzard hosted a secretive event in California for popular WoW Classic streamers, sparking speculation about a modernized version of the old MMO. This potential new iteration would deviate from the original update timeline, instead incorporating modern updates akin to Old School Runescape. With BlizzCon approaching in September, anticipation grows for an official announcement.
