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

by Nora Mar 06,2025

RuneScape's RuneFest 2025: A Sea of New Content!

RuneScape celebrated its triumphant return to RuneFest in 2025, marking the first event since 2019. This massive fan gathering showcased a wealth of exciting new content for both Old School RuneScape (OSRS) and the mainline RuneScape experience.

Old School RuneScape's Triple Threat:

OSRS players are in for a treat with three major updates:

  • Sailing: A brand-new skill introduces nautical adventures and various vessels to explore the seas.
  • Yama: A challenging new endgame boss awaits seasoned players.
  • HD Upgrade: OSRS receives an HD enhancement, boosting visuals without compromising its classic low-poly aesthetic.

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Beyond the Waves:

RuneFest 2025 unveiled even more:

  • Project Zanaris Modding Platform: A new modding platform for OSRS is now open for playtesting sign-ups.
  • RuneScape Leagues (Mainline): The popular Leagues mode makes its way to the mainline RuneScape game.
  • Havenhythe: This new region introduces deadly Vampyre bosses, unique locations, and engaging skilling activities, providing a massive amount of new content and quests extending well into 2026.

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