RuneScape - Fantasy MMORPG | Game Brain

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"RuneScape - Fantasy MMORPG is a popular and engaging Role Playing game with a massive multiplayer platform, allowing for a multi-player experience in a vibrant fantasy world. The game boasts an interesting plot, good gameplay, pretty visuals, but also features a significant amount of grinding, occasional bugs, and a touch of humor. Now available for mobile, download and join millions of players today."

Genres & Tags

Role Playing

Play Modes

58%

Audience ScoreBased on 2,713 reviews

graphics34 positive mentions

stability71 negative mentions

The game brings back nostalgic memories for long-time players.
Great for skilling and casual gameplay on the go.
The graphics and overall design are impressive for a mobile adaptation.

The app frequently crashes, making it unplayable for many users.
Controls are clunky and not optimized for mobile, leading to frustrating gameplay.
Many players report issues with logging in and accessing their accounts.

graphics
131 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
26%
63%
11%
The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many players describing them as outdated or subpar, particularly on mobile devices. Users frequently report significant lag, crashes, and low frame rates, even when settings are adjusted to the lowest quality. While some appreciate the nostalgic aesthetic and find the graphics acceptable for mobile, the overall consensus indicates a strong need for optimization and improved graphical options to enhance the gaming experience.
- “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is engaging, and the story is great.”
- “An old-time classic with newer graphics and now mobile, awesome.”
- “Love it.. I'm a veteran player from the original RuneScape on the PC from the 90s.. same basic concept but better graphics and more realistic features.”
- “The graphics are horrible and super low fps 10-20fps on s10+, unplayable as is.”
- “Graphics are ugly for a 'new era' runescape experience.”
- “Consistently crashes very laggy even with the lowest possible graphics.”
stability
77 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
6%
1%
92%
The stability of the game on mobile platforms is widely criticized, with users reporting frequent freezes, crashes, and various graphical glitches. Many players experience significant performance issues, such as lag and unresponsive controls, making the game nearly unplayable for some. While a few users have had positive experiences, the overall consensus is that the mobile version is still very buggy and requires substantial improvements.
- “Runs great on mobile; I haven't had any problems, perfect for most things.”
- “Have is a great company and will work as quickly as possible to make sure there are no glitches so that I don't keep getting kicked offline.”
- “I have done slayer tasks and quests as well, and the game runs great!”
- “Frequent freezes, several crashes so far.”
- “The mobile port is still not perfect; it's still a bit buggy and crashes from time to time.”
- “This app is broken, and even when it works, it is at best a buggy beta.”
optimization
60 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
22%
43%
35%
Overall, the game's optimization has received significant criticism, with many users reporting poor performance on both mobile and desktop platforms. Common issues include frequent crashes, lag, and inadequate graphics settings, particularly on mid-range devices. While some players experience smooth gameplay, the consensus is that substantial improvements are needed to enhance performance and stability across various devices.
- “Login is easy and the game runs smoothly.”
- “Performance seems really great.”
- “Also, it would be nice to have the option to adjust game render resolution, which would allow for way better battery life and performance.”
- “The reason for 3/5 stars is because of the poor performance optimization.”
- “Unfortunately, I have found that this game is poorly optimized for my device. Any action I try to take, such as looting, attacking, or interacting with NPCs, results in extremely frequent crashing. The only thing I've been able to accomplish was to claim my 10-year veteran cape.”
- “This game is so poorly optimized on both mobile and desktop.”
gameplay
56 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
32%
55%
13%
The gameplay of the game has received mixed reviews, with some players praising its engaging mechanics and nostalgic elements, while others criticize the interface, lag, and control issues, particularly on mobile devices. Many users noted that the game is better suited for PC due to its complex mechanics and the need for more action bars/keybinds. Overall, while some find the gameplay rewarding and satisfying, others feel it lacks optimization for mobile and can be confusing for new players.
- “Awesome game, good gameplay, complex system and an awesome community!”
- “The graphics are amazing, the gameplay is engaging, and the story is great.”
- “Rewarding and satisfying gameplay, perfect balance between depth and addictive gameplay.”
- “I can't really say much else about the gameplay, since I uninstalled it after a couple of hours of frustration trying to deal with the interface.”
- “Gameplay issues... let's just say for a new player, things are as clear as mud and intuitive as juggling smoke.”
- “Overall game experience feels like it's still for PC platform and not optimized for mobile, confusing gameplay for anyone who's a first timer in this game.”
story
49 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
27%
67%
6%
The game's story is praised for its rich lore and engaging quests, which many players find to be a highlight of the experience. However, numerous users report significant issues with quest completion and navigation, particularly on mobile, where bugs and lag hinder progress. While the narrative and quest variety are appreciated, the lack of effective quest tracking and frequent technical problems detract from the overall enjoyment of the story.
- “I truly love how the story/game has evolved throughout the years.”
- “Lore-rich adventures and interesting, varied storylines help mold the game world and really bring Gielinor (the name of the world where the game takes place) to life.”
- “To many of us, the game was not about reaching the end, it was about the story and the path that we took.”
- “Quests you can't actually complete because the game won't allow you to. For example, Monkey Madness doesn't allow you to go any further than Crash Island. It does the cutscene before Ape Atoll, but you can't get there. There are a few other quests that follow the same theme of being uncompletable, and this needs to be addressed and fixed.”
- “I was so excited for this game, but wow... I can't do anything. It's incredibly buggy, everything lags, I constantly get disconnected, and even though I click where the quest tells me to, it's not working, so I'm stuck not being able to do anything. I kind of wish this game was released on PS4 like Genshin Impact; it would have been so much more enjoyable.”
- “Connection problems frequently cause issues. For example, in the first mission, I spoke with the mayor and was asked to then speak with his daughter before fighting trolls. However, when I spoke with the mayor's daughter, she told me to speak with her father, acting as if I never spoke with the mayor.”
humor
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The humor in the game is generally well-received, with players enjoying the comedic elements woven into the story-driven quests and character interactions. However, many users also find humor in the game's technical issues, such as frequent crashes and poor optimization, leading to a mix of frustration and amusement. Overall, while the humor adds to the experience, it is often overshadowed by the game's performance problems.
- “If you like story-driven quests mixed with a bit of humor, some puzzles and combat, and a heaping dose of in-universe history and narrative that takes you on epic adventures, then you'll really enjoy what the quests in this game have to offer.”
- “It was funny to watch.”
- “I find it funny that this is okay on this platform, but not on PC or any other gaming modality.”
grinding
11 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players generally find the grinding aspect of the game enjoyable and relaxing, with many appreciating the ability to grind on mobile devices without issues. However, some users express frustration over account bans related to grinding activities and the tediousness of touch controls. Overall, while grinding is a significant part of the gameplay, it is often seen as a rewarding experience that enhances skill development.
- “Never had a problem before in 14 years and suddenly I log in and have lost millions (very annoyed) as well as clearly valuable items and items that took a lot of grinding to get.”
- “It's tedious to constantly click using touch controls just to move.”
- “Played for a few days but when I tried to log in today it says I was banned. I checked my account and it says I was using a bot, but I have never used bots. I spent hours grinding my mining and smithing to just be temporarily banned. I was hoping to continue my grind, but now I guess that's out of the question.”
monetization
9 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
33%
11%
56%
Monetization in the game has received mixed reviews, with some players finding the in-game ads manageable as they only appear upon logging in, while others criticize the increasing reliance on monetization strategies like loot chests and pay-to-skip mechanics. Many users report issues with in-game purchases, particularly on mobile, and express frustration over the game's focus on cash grabs rather than addressing longstanding gameplay problems. Overall, players advise caution for those prone to spending on in-game purchases.
- “Unfortunately, for the last few years, they have been working on adding lots of monetization features, such as loot chests and a duel arena that's 100% luck-based, while neglecting to fix many longstanding issues that the player base has faced.”
- “It's an okay game, but if you encounter issues, don't expect many of them to be resolved. If you're prone to spending a lot on in-game purchases, you might want to avoid this game.”
- “In-game purchases seem to not work well via the Google Play Store, as I have not received my purchase keys.”
- “Unfortunately for the last few years they have been working on adding lots of monetization (loot chests, a duel arena that's 100% luck based, pay to skip grinds), even though they've avoided fixing loads of issues the player base has had issues with for years now!”
- “Each event is just another cash grab event with a slightly different theme.”
- “The monetization is almost as bad as the confusing gameplay.”
music
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
50%
50%
The music in the game has received mixed feedback; while some players enjoy the main menu music, many have noted that there is a lack of audio during gameplay, with some experiencing only a black screen accompanied by music. Overall, the absence of in-game sound detracts from the experience, despite the appealing soundtrack in the menu.
- “I like the music in the main menu, even if it's just a black screen.”
- “This game is fun, but it would be nice if the background music played on mobile.”
- “It cycled through various pictures while playing background music.”
- “I don't think this is intended, but in the game, there is no sound or any audio. There is music on the start screen, but not in the actual game for me.”
- “I opened the game and there's just a black screen with music playing. There's nothing really to play yet, so I'm just looking at a black screen.”
- “It's 2 stars because it can't load. I downloaded it and it's only a black screen. Fix it, because I want to play it. I hear music and everything, but it can't load; it's just a black screen.”
emotional
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players express strong emotional reactions to the game, with some reporting moments that brought them to tears. While there are minor technical issues on certain devices, the emotional impact of the game seems to resonate deeply with users.
- “I cried when I saw this.”
- “It made me feel a deep emotional connection that I didn't expect.”
character development
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The character development aspect received mixed feedback, with one user expressing frustration over being unable to progress beyond the character design stage due to a technical issue, despite appreciating the graphics.
- “3 stars because the graphics are good, but when I finish making my character and select 'Done', it doesn't do anything, and I am now stuck in the character designer.”
- “How do I get past the character design? I am clicking 'Done' and nothing happens.”
replayability
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
Players note that the recent fix for a critical bug that caused frequent crashes has significantly improved the game's overall playability, enhancing its replayability.