RuneScape

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RuneScape is a multiplayer open world role playing game with fantasy and business themes. It was developed by Jagex Ltd and was released on October 14, 2020. It received positive reviews from players.

RuneScape is a massively multiplayer, open-world game set in the fantasy world of Gielinor. With 19 years of development and over 270 million installations, the game offers a vast world to explore with various activities, such as quests, boss battles, farming, and socializing. Play solo or with friends, and choose your own path to become the hero you want in this ever-evolving online experience.

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The game offers a nostalgic experience for long-time players, providing hours of fun and a sense of community.
There is a vast amount of content and variety, with many skills and challenges to keep players engaged.
The game is easy to pick up and has quality of life improvements that enhance the overall experience.

The introduction of microtransactions and the 'Hero Pass' system has led to a pay-to-win environment, diminishing the satisfaction of progression.
Many players feel that the game has become overly focused on monetization, with frequent cash grabs and a lack of meaningful content updates.
The combat system and overall game mechanics have been criticized for being outdated and not as enjoyable as in previous iterations.

graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The graphics of the game are generally considered subpar compared to most indie titles on Steam, with some players expressing disappointment in their quality. However, fans of the game appreciate the nostalgic elements and recent graphical updates, which, along with new features and improvements, contribute to an enjoyable experience despite the presence of microtransactions.
- “The graphics are stunning, bringing the world to life with vibrant colors and detailed environments.”
- “The graphical updates have significantly enhanced the overall experience, making it feel fresh and engaging.”
- “If you played RuneScape back in the day, you'll appreciate the graphical improvements that add depth and immersion to the game.”
- “Graphics that are poorer than most Steam indie games and tick-based combat.”
- “Despite its poor graphics and account security, it keeps providing endless hours of fun.”
- “If you played RuneScape back in the day, you'll either love coming back to it with all the quality of life improvements, new quests and skills, and graphical updates, or you'll hate it because of all the microtransactions, cosmetics, and limited-time events.”
story
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The story aspect of the game has received mixed feedback, with some players appreciating the new quests and quality of life improvements, while others express dissatisfaction with the inclusion of LGBT themes in the narrative. Additionally, the presence of microtransactions and limited-time events has sparked debate among players regarding their impact on the overall experience.
- “If you played RuneScape back in the day, you'll either love coming back to it with all the quality of life improvements, new quests and skills, and graphical updates, or you'll hate it because of all the microtransactions, cosmetics, and limited-time events.”
- “I don't have a lot of money, but I feel like after I finish the quests maybe I will?”
monetization
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The monetization strategy of the game has drawn criticism for being overly aggressive, with many players feeling it prioritizes profit over player experience through excessive microtransactions and cash grabs. While some appreciate the quality of life improvements and new content, others are frustrated by the treatment of subscribers and the prevalence of cosmetic purchases and limited-time events.
- “The latest update is a shameless cash grab.”
- “If you decide to come back, be prepared for an absolute flood of real-world cash grabs, and to be treated like dirt by the company if your only game payment is a monthly subscription to the members' world.”
- “If you played RuneScape back in the day, you'll either love coming back to it with all the quality of life improvements, new quests and skills, and graphical updates, or you'll hate it because of all the microtransactions, cosmetics, and limited-time events.”
music
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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The music in the game features an outstanding soundtrack that is memorable and engaging, with some users humorously noting its seemingly endless nature.
- “Outstanding soundtrack.”
- “This is the song that never ends... it goes on and on, my friends...”
- “The music is repetitive and lacks variety, making it feel tedious after a short while.”
- “I found the soundtrack to be uninspired and forgettable, which detracts from the overall experience.”
grinding
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
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Players express that the grinding aspect of the game can be satisfying, as it provides a rewarding sense of progression through leveling up after investing significant time. However, the enjoyment of this grind may vary depending on individual preferences for repetitive gameplay.
- “Is the game going to give you that feeling of satisfaction after grinding for hours and just watching your levels go up, as your brain feels good seeing it?”
- “The grinding in this game feels endless and tedious, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “I spent countless hours grinding, but it often felt like a chore rather than an enjoyable experience.”
gameplay
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The gameplay has been criticized for the introduction of a hero pass system that replaces traditional earnable content and rewards with a less rewarding battle pass model, requiring significantly more time investment and allowing for skippable progress through in-game transactions.
- “The hero pass removes in-game content and rewards earnable through gameplay, replacing them with a battle pass system that is less rewarding, requires a significantly higher time investment, and can be bypassed with in-game transactions.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks the depth needed to keep players engaged for long periods.”
- “The controls are clunky and unresponsive, making it frustrating to execute basic actions during gameplay.”