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RuneScape 4 Officially Revealed by Jagex

RuneFest 2026 erupts with Jagex unveiling RuneScape 4 and major Old School updates, setting the stage for the franchise’s next chapter.

By · Published October 3, 2026  23:29 UTC · Updated October 4, 2026  00:27 UTC

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What new title did Jagex reveal at RuneFest 2026?

Jagex officially revealed RuneScape 4, the next mainline game in the franchise, during the RuneFest 2026 keynote.

Which new features were announced for Old School RuneScape?

Old School RuneScape announced a new auction house feature, a countdown timer to RuneFest, and the addition of the Menaphos region with fresh quests.

Which outlets reported on the RuneFest announcements?

MMORPG.com, IGN, Massively Overpowered, Radio Times, and Polygon.com all reported on the RuneFest 2026 announcements.

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 5 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 14.
  • Primary Driver: RuneFest 2026 erupts with Jagex unveiling RuneScape 4 and major Old School updates, setting the stage for the franchise’s next chapter.
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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RuneFest 2026, kicking off this weekend, became the stage for Jagex’s most significant announcement: the official reveal of RuneScape 4. The timing aligns with the annual RuneFest schedule, which traditionally serves as the primary venue for major Jagex announcements. MMORPG.com described RuneScape 4 as ‘the next MMO from Jagex,’ while IGN catalogued it alongside RuneScape Reignited among the day’s highlights.

Old School RuneScape simultaneously announced a new auction house feature and a countdown timer to the festival, as reported by Massively Overpowered. The same session also confirmed the addition of the Menaphos region with a suite of fresh quests, according to Radio Times. Polygon.com ran a piece titled ‘RuneScape 4 Officially Revealed by Jagex’ confirming the same details.

The announcements target the series’ worldwide player community, offering veteran Old School fans new content while promising a fresh entry point for prospective RuneScape 4 players.

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