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Jagex Reveals a New RuneScape MMO, RS4, at RuneFest

Jagex has confirmed an entirely new RuneScape MMORPG, working title RS4, built in Unreal Engine and beginning in Ashenfall. It is still a few years away.

What was announced

At RuneFest 2026 Jagex revealed that its fourth RuneScape MMO is in development. The official RS4 page lists what Jagex wants players to know:

  • It is a new RuneScape MMORPG, built in Unreal Engine.
  • It sits alongside RuneScape, Old School RuneScape and Dragonwilds as an independent experience.
  • It will follow the principles of integrity, permanent progression and community-driven development.
  • It is set in Gielinor and begins in Ashenfall.
  • It is still a few years away.

What it means for players

Nothing changes for RuneScape, Old School or Dragonwilds: Jagex says each keeps its own team and roadmap. RS4 is a long-term project revealed early so players can follow its development.

Still unknown

Platforms, accounts, membership, progression, combat, skills and when anyone can play. Jagex says it is too early to answer these and that it will share much more in 2027.

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What engine is RS4 built in?

Unreal Engine. Jagex has not shared further technical details such as graphics targets.

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Where is RS4 set?

In Gielinor, in the Sixth Age. It begins in Ashenfall, a landmass north-east of Gielinor first explored in RuneScape: Dragonwilds, years after the destruction of the Dragon Queen Kuldra. Jagex says the adventure will grow beyond Ashenfall over time.

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Has an RS4 release date been announced?

No. Jagex says RS4 is still a few years away and has not named a date, year or launch window.

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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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