RuneScape is a fantasy MMORPG developed and published by Jagex, first released in January 2001. RuneScape was originally a browser game built with the Java programming language (This Web-entry on MVGL covers this version), but was largely replaced by a standalone C++-coded client in 2016. The game has had over 200 million accounts created and is recognised by the Guinness World Records as the world's largest and most-updated free MMORPG.

RuneScape takes place in the world of Gielinor, a medieval fantasy realm divided into different kingdoms, regions, and cities. Players can travel throughout Gielinor via a number of methods including on foot, magical spells, or charter ships. Each region offers different types of monsters, resources, and quests to challenge players. The game's fictional universe has also been explored through a tie-in video game on another of its maker's websites, FunOrb, Armies of Gielinor, and the novels Betrayal at Falador, Return to Canifis and Legacy of Blood.

Players are represented in the game with customisable avatars. RuneScape does not follow a linear storyline; rather, players set their own goals and objectives. Players can choose to fight non-player character monsters, complete quests, or increase their experience in the available skills. Players interact with each other through trading, chatting, or by participating in mini-games and activities, some of which are competitive or combative in nature, while others require cooperative or collaborative play.

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Alternative Titles

RuneScape Classic, RuneScape 2, RuneScape 3, Old School RuneScape

Platform

Web

Developer(s)

Jagex Games Studio

Publishers(s)

Jagex Games Studio

Genres(s)

MMORPG

NA Release Date

January 4, 2001

JP Release Date

January 4, 2001

EU Release Date

January 4, 2001

AUS Release Date

January 4, 2001

MVGL User Score

7.1 by 38 user(s)

MVGL Difficulty

2.4444

Composer(s)

Ian Taylor, James Hannigan

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66 User(s)

This game also exists on:
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