New Runescape game hits number one on Steam

From seemingly out of nowhere, a new game has taken Steam by storm on this otherwise typical Tuesday. Runescape creators Jagex have dropped a brand new game on Steam that had no official release date until it suddenly did.

Runescape: Dragonwilds is a new hit Runescape creation that forgoes the classical style of Old School Runescape and enters the realm of third-person perspective. Rather than an MMO, Jagex has instead taken on the ever-growing and popular survival genre.

As seen in the launch trailer, adventurers have set out from Port Sarim, a seaport set in Asgarnia, seeking the legendary forgotten realm of Ashenfall. You can take control of these characters as either a solo risk-taker or cooperatively with up to three other friends.

The classic idea of grinding is home to Runescape players, and Dragonwilds promises that feeling mixed with an explorative survival-style world. Prepare potions, craft gear, and level up to overcome the ever-growing shadow of dragons encroaching.

In a unique take on resource mining, Dragonwilds also boasts a multi-node gathering technique for resources. Chop down multiple trees via the throw of a magical axe, or mine ore veins via the snap of your fingertips through the use of wild, transformative magic.

Runescape: Dragonwilds looks fantastic. Last year, I became enchanted by a game called Enshrouded, and since then, I've been looking for something with a bit more focus on questing but also attempted to capture that same cooperative magic.

So far, Dragonwilds looks to be that. Once I'm done covering another yet-to-be-named project, I'll be eagerly diving into the world I've called home for over 20 years. Runescape, no matter the genre, can't keep me away.

Are you excited about Runescape: Dragonwilds? Let us know below or on social media. I'm curious what experiences players have had if they've already tried it.