RuneScape Reignited axed by development team but temporary free membership will go ahead

It was one of the more surprising and divisive reveals at RuneFest 2026. RuneScape Reignited was a separate, siloed-off economy where players began at level three and could explore Gielinor at their own pace. While the excitement was palpable, so was the discontent, and now, RuneScape Reignited has been shelved for good. As explained by Mod Ryan, RuneScape Reignited's rather lacklustre response from existing fans, especially regarding a separate economy and other issues, has led to them axing plans to launch it this December. It's an important step from the folks at Jagex, who have been working to regain player trust throughout 2026 with their Road to Restoration roadmap. ... [MORE]