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Fourth RuneScape MMO and Animated Adaptation Announced

Jagex is developing a fourth RuneScape MMO, currently titled RS4, which will be the first mainline entry built using Unreal Engine. The developer also announced an animated adaptation of the 25-year-old franchise created in partnership with YouTuber MoistCr1TiKaL, also known as Charlie White. Additionally, Jagex will launch RuneScape Reignited on December 2, featuring a fresh economy, new character type, and no paid progression. Old School RuneScape is adding Menaphos along with new quests and content. While RS4 is far from release, Reignited serves as a new beginning for existing players.

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  • ✓ Jagex announced a fourth RuneScape MMO built in Unreal Engine.
  • ✓ An animated adaptation of RuneScape is being developed with YouTuber MoistCr1TiKaL.
  • ✓ RuneScape Reignited launches on December 2.
  • ✓ RuneScape Reignited will feature a fresh economy, hiscores, and a new character type with no paid progression.
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What changed

Jagex revealed a fourth Unreal Engine-powered MMO, an animated series with MoistCr1TiKaL, and a December 2 launch date for RuneScape Reignited.

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  1. Jagex announces RuneScape 4 and animated series at RuneFest 2026

    Jagex is developing a fourth RuneScape MMO, currently titled RS4, which will be the first mainline entry built using Unreal Engine. The developer also announced an animated adaptation of the 25-year-old franchise created in partnership with YouTuber MoistCr1TiKaL, also known as Charlie White. Additionally, Jagex will launch RuneScape Reignited on December 2, featuring a fresh economy, new character type, and no paid progression. Old School RuneScape is adding Menaphos along with new quests and content. While RS4 is far from release, Reignited serves as a new beginning for existing players.

    Why it matters

    RuneScape is a long-running fantasy MMO franchise. The shift to Unreal Engine represents a significant technical leap for the series' mainline games. These announcements come during the RuneFest 2026 event.

    What is confirmed

    • Jagex announced a fourth RuneScape MMO built in Unreal Engine.
    • An animated adaptation of RuneScape is being developed with YouTuber MoistCr1TiKaL.
    • RuneScape Reignited launches on December 2.
    • RuneScape Reignited will feature a fresh economy, hiscores, and a new character type with no paid progression.
    • The new MMO is currently working under the title RS4.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The animated series is being made with Lyrical.
    • Old School RuneScape is adding Menaphos and new quests.

    What to watch next

    • Official release date for RuneScape 4
    • Trailer or first footage of the animated series
    • Launch performance of RuneScape Reignited on December 2
    Sources used for this update (14)
    1. IGN — Fourth RuneScape MMO and Animated Adaptation Announced
    2. IGN — Everything We Saw at RuneFest 2026, Including RuneScape 4 and RuneScape Reignited
    3. Insider Gaming — RuneScape Reignited Launches December 2
    4. Radio Times — Old School RuneScape finally adding Menaphos amid raft of new quests and content announced at RuneFest keynote
    5. Wccftech — Jagex Shocks RuneFest Fans with the Reveal of a New Unreal Engine-Powered RuneScape MMO, Plus an Animated Series With MoistCr1TiKaL
    6. www.ign.com — Fourth RuneScape MMO and Animated Adaptation Announced
    7. www.eurogamer.net — Fourth RuneScape officially revealed | Eurogamer.net
    8. kotaku.com — Jagex Announce RuneScape 4 And Cartoon With MoistCr1tikal
    9. gizmodo.com — Now 'RuneScape' Is Getting a Series, Too
    10. www.eurogamer.net — RuneScape Reignited launches 2 December | Eurogamer.net
    11. all.gg — RuneFest 2026 Was Huge: RuneScape 4, Reignited, OSRS & More
    12. www.pcgamesn.com — Runescape 4 is coming, but not before the MMORPG gets its 'Classic moment' with Runescape Reignited
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