From Polygon · Ford James · · 1m 10s
RuneScape 4 Unveiled by Jagex
Jagex reveals new RuneScape game using Unreal Engine.
In brief
Jagex reveals new RuneScape game using Unreal Engine. Jagex is developing a new RuneScape game as its fourth pillar after shifting from an expansion to a standalone MMO. Originally reported by Polygon.
RuneFest Announcement
RuneFest, the annual celebration for everything to do with RuneScape, is taking place this weekend in Birmingham, United Kingdom.
New RuneScape Game
Jagex is working on a new RuneScape, the fourth game set in the RuneScape universe.
Original Plan Shifted
The new RuneScape was originally supposed to be an expansion for Dragonwilds called Shadows of Ashenfall but became a standalone MMO.
Executive Producer Explanation
Jesse America, RuneScape: Dragonwilds executive producer, said the team realized the game would be an MMO with persistent servers and high player counts.
Unreal Engine Development
The fourth RuneScape game is being developed using Unreal Engine with a focus on dragons that players can fight and ride.
Future of Existing Games
Jagex has yet to confirm the future of RuneScape 3, Old School RuneScape, and RuneScape: Dragonwilds, which may shift players to the new game.
The short version
Jagex is developing a new RuneScape game as its fourth pillar after shifting from an expansion to a standalone MMO.
