RuneScape\'s Runefest 2025 celebration brings major new announcements, including sailing

RuneScape’s RuneFest 2025, the first since 2019, was a massive celebration for fans and developers alike! The event showcased a wave of exciting new content across both Old School RuneScape and the mainline RuneScape game.

Old School RuneScape players were treated to a triple-threat of updates: Sailing, a brand-new skill introducing nautical vessels and adventures; a challenging new endgame boss, Yama; and an HD upgrade enhancing visuals without sacrificing the game's classic low-poly aesthetic. Beyond these major additions, RuneFest also unveiled Project Zanaris, a new modding platform with playtest sign-ups now open.

Meanwhile, the mainline RuneScape game received its own significant additions. RuneScape Leagues are now available, offering a fresh competitive experience. And the new region, Havenhythe, introduces a thrilling vampire-themed storyline with new bosses, locations, skilling activities, and quests, promising ample content well into 2026.

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