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RS4 vs RuneScape Reignited

RS4 vs RuneScape Reignited: they are different projects. Reignited is a remaster and restoration of the existing RuneScape, with Parts II and III planned for later in 2027. RS4 is an entirely new MMO in Unreal Engine that is still years away.

Last checked 2026-10-04 · Updated 2026-10-04

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Is RS4 the same as RuneScape Reignited?

No. Reignited is a remaster and restoration of the existing RuneScape, with Parts II and III planned for later in 2027. RS4 is a separate new MMO in early development.

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What Jagex said

"At RuneFest, we gave you the first glimpse of something we've been quietly working on: an entirely new RuneScape MMORPG, built in Unreal Engine and set in the world of Gielinor."

What it means

Reignited is a remaster of the existing RuneScape that is already arriving, with later parts planned for 2027. RS4 is a separate new MMO, built in Unreal Engine and still years away.

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Reignited news comes from the official Reignited page; RS4 news comes from the RS4 page. We keep the two apart so their dates are never confused.

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Will RS4 replace RuneScape or Old School RuneScape?

No. Jagex says RS4 is not a replacement for Old School, RuneScape or Dragonwilds. Those games keep their own teams, roadmaps and investment, and RS4 will sit alongside them as an independent experience.

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