RuneScape

RuneScape is a fantasy massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) developed and published by Jagex. The original browser-based title debuted in 1997 and evolved into one of the longest-running online RPGs. It split into two contemporary forms: RuneScape 3, released in 2013 with a modernized engine and combat system, and Old School RuneScape, launched the same year based on the 2007-era game after a community vote. The series later expanded to mobile platforms, broadening access to iOS and Android devices.

Gameplay takes place in the world of Gielinor, where players complete quests, explore vast locales, and train a wide range of skills across combat, gathering, crafting, and support roles. The game emphasizes player interaction, trading, and problem-solving within a persistent world. RuneScape 3 features a real-time combat system, while Old School RuneScape preserves a more traditional pace. A cornerstone feature is the Grand Exchange, a player-driven marketplace that underpins the in-game economy, complemented by numerous mini-games and community-driven activities.

Platforms include Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android, with cross-platform progress in many cases. Free-to-play access provides limited content, while full participation requires paid membership. RuneScape maintains a large, active community and a steady stream of updates and expansions. It is regarded as one of the most influential and enduring MMORPGs, with a long-running influence on the genre and online gaming culture.