Jagex Announce A Fourth RuneScape And Cartoon With MoistCr1tikal
Developer Jagex revealed RuneScape 4 alongside an animated adaptation during RuneFest 2026. The upcoming massively multiplayer online game will be built using Unreal Engine, marking a technological shift for the long-running fantasy franchise. Additionally, Jagex is collaborating with Lyrical Animation and content creator Charlie "MoistCr1tikal" White to produce the animated series based on the RuneScape universe. Alongside these announcements, the studio scheduled the launch of RuneScape Reignited for December 2nd, which is billed as a relaunch of the classic massive multiplayer online experience.
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- ✓ Jagex announced RuneScape 4 as a new MMO built in Unreal Engine.
- ✓ Jagex is collaborating with Lyrical Animation and Charlie "MoistCr1tikal" White on an animated RuneScape series.
- ✓ RuneFest 2026 featured the announcement of RuneScape 4 and RuneScape Reignited.
What changed
Jagex officially announced RuneScape 4 built in Unreal Engine and an animated series partnership with Charlie MoistCr1tikal White.
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Jagex Announces RuneScape 4 and Animated Series
Developer Jagex revealed RuneScape 4 alongside an animated adaptation during RuneFest 2026. The upcoming massively multiplayer online game will be built using Unreal Engine, marking a technological shift for the long-running fantasy franchise. Additionally, Jagex is collaborating with Lyrical Animation and content creator Charlie "MoistCr1tikal" White to produce the animated series based on the RuneScape universe. Alongside these announcements, the studio scheduled the launch of RuneScape Reignited for December 2nd, which is billed as a relaunch of the classic massive multiplayer online experience.
Why it matters
Jagex has maintained the RuneScape universe for decades, expanding from the original game into multiple titles including Old School RuneScape and Dragonwilds. The franchise historically relied on proprietary technology, making the transition of RuneScape 4 to Unreal Engine a significant milestone for the British developer. The involvement of high-profile content creators like Charlie White highlights an ongoing strategy to reach broader media audiences through external entertainment adaptations.
What is confirmed
- Jagex announced RuneScape 4 as a new MMO built in Unreal Engine.
- Jagex is collaborating with Lyrical Animation and Charlie "MoistCr1tikal" White on an animated RuneScape series.
- RuneFest 2026 featured the announcement of RuneScape 4 and RuneScape Reignited.
What to watch next
- RuneScape Reignited launching on December 2nd
- Release date announcements for RuneScape 4
- Further details regarding the animated series production with Lyrical Animation and Charlie White
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- Polygon.com — A RuneScape Animated Show Is Coming With a World-Famous Content Creator Attached
- MMORPG.com — RuneFest 2026: RuneScape Reignited Kicks Off On December 2nd, Billed As A 'Relaunch' Of The Classic MMO
- Jagex — Lyrical Animation, Charlie “MOISTCR1TIKAL” White And Game Ddeveloper Jagex Team Up To Develop An Animated RuneScape Series
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