RuneScape: Dragonwilds took the gaming community by surprise with its early access launch, coming just weeks after its initial teaser. Dive in to discover what's happening during the early access phase and what lies ahead for this eagerly anticipated game.
RuneScape: Dragonwilds Early Access Livestream
Early Access Now Available!
RuneScape: Dragonwilds has made headlines with its unexpected early access release. Announced during a livestream on April 16, the developers at Jagex revealed that the game is now accessible on Steam for early play. This comes shortly after its first trailer was released, leaving fans in awe. The game was first teased in 2022, with alpha testing signups opening in late 2024 for a new survival game within the RuneScape universe. It was officially unveiled as RuneScape: Dragonwilds on March 31, 2025.
Estimated Official Release Date in Early 2026
The team at Jagex anticipates a full release of Dragonwilds in early 2026. They're committed to ensuring a polished and engaging experience, as stated by the developers, "We aim to perfect every aspect so that players can enjoy a complete and rewarding journey, perfect for revisiting with friends."
Jagex Executive Producer Jesse America emphasized that Dragonwilds is a fresh take on the RuneScape universe, crafted specifically for fans. He added, "Early access marks the beginning of our journey. We'll keep the game fresh with regular updates and new features, all while engaging with our community to craft a beloved open-world survival and crafting experience for both long-time fans and newcomers."
Early Access Roadmap Unveiled
Jagex has shared an exciting early access roadmap for Dragonwilds, detailing the upcoming content and features. A highlight is the new region, Fellhollow, a mystical land teetering between life and death. This area is under the dominion of the soul-eater dragon Imaru, influenced by the anima of Ashenfall and cursed Underworld energy. Players will explore this region with the iconic RuneScape character Death, experiencing new quests, lore, gear, and music. New skills in magic, ranged, and farming will also be introduced.
The game will further expand with new enemy types like Lesser Dragons, dragon slayer gear, a hardcore mode, a creative mode, and more. While specific release dates for these updates haven't been set, Jagex promises continuous enhancements to the game.
Early Access Rewards
Purchasing Dragonwilds during its early access phase comes with exclusive in-game rewards for "Early Adopters," as listed on the Steam page:
- Pioneer’s Scarf
- Pioneer’s Tapestry
- Pioneer’s Cape
- 2 pieces of music from the game
RuneScape: Dragonwilds is currently available for early access on PC for $29.99. Jagex has confirmed that the price will increase upon the game's full release. All updates during early access will be free, with potential future paid DLC post-launch.
