{
  "id": 11959707,
  "title": "RuneScape is getting a new character type that promises a fresh start, but existing players are wary of splitting the community up",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/04/runescape-is-getting-a-new-character-type-that-promises-a-fresh-start",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-04T16:10:30.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "PC Gamer",
    "slug": "pc-gamer",
    "url": "https://www.pcgamer.com/games/mmo/runescape-is-getting-a-new-character-type-that-promises-a-fresh-start-but-existing-players-are-wary-of-splitting-the-community-up/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "RuneScape, the popular massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), is set to introduce a new character type in its RS3 version, aimed at offering a fresh start to new players. However, the existing player base is divided, with some fearing that this change may fragment the community. The new character type, dubbed \"Reignited,\" will begin play with no progress and exist in an isolated economy, but they will be able to interact with players of the regular RS3 version. Players can form clans together, but cannot compete against the same bosses or trade among each other. The developers have stated that there will be no exclusive updates for the Reignited characters, and once a player selects a character type, they cannot switch. While the new character type aims to attract new players and allow existing ones to play without unpopular systems like Treasure Hunter, some worry that it may split the player base further. This decision has sparked controversy on forums, with some players expressing concerns about the value of their previous progress and the potential fragmentation of the community.",
  "summary": "RuneScape Reignited is a new way to play RS3… kind of.",
  "key_points": [
    "RuneScape introduces new character type called Reignited for fresh starts.",
    "Existing players wary of community fragmentation due to split.",
    "Reignited characters isolated economy, cannot compete or trade with regular RS3 players."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}