INTRODUCTION
Welcome to a beginner’s guide to one of the web’s most famously enduring, captivating, and downright enjoyable online role-playing games: Runescape! Whether you’re an absolute novice to the realm of role-playing games or a gaming enthusiast looking to add another feather to your gaming cap, Runescape is dazzling for its imagination, spontaneity, and the sheer diversity of gameplay it offers. This handy, beginner-friendly guide is intended to introduce and ease you into the immersive universe of Runescape.
WHAT IS RUNESCAPE?
Runescape, developed and operated by Jagex, is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG). First unleashed upon the internet in 2001, it has carved out a niche for itself amongst the most popular in its category. Runescape allows players to take on a character, or avatar, in a fantasy world named ‘Gielinor.’ The world brims with cities and grasping kingdoms, vibrant cultures, enigmatic monsters, and myriad quests.
Given its immersive fantasy universe, Runescape is often compared to games like World of Warcraft. However, the freedom it gives players is without comparison – your avatar is free to roam the entirety of Gielinor and interact with other players in it.
HOW IT WORKS/HOW TO GET STARTED
Beginning your journey in Runescape is simple. Here is a step-by-step guide:
1. Register an Account: To start playing, you must first visit the Runescape website and register your account by providing a valid email address.
2. Character Customisation: Once you’ve registered, you can customize your avatar. You can modify your appearance, including your hairstyle, skin color, and attire.
3. Tutorial Island: The game initiates in an area known as Tutorial Island. Here, you’ll be taught the fundamental skills needed to navigate in the game world.
4. Questing and Training: After leaving Tutorial Island, you’re free to explore the Gielinor universe. You can complete quests, enhance your abilities, and accumulate currency known as ‘gold.’
5. User Interaction: You can join clans, make friends, trade items, and even partake in player versus player combat.
WHAT YOU NEED TO PLAY
Getting started with Runescape is pretty straightforward. As a web-based game, all you need is a device with an internet connection and a modern web browser. Runescape can be played on desktop or mobile, and it’s available on Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
TIPS FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
1. As a new player, do not skip the Tutorial Island.
2. Try to complete as many quests as possible to level up your character swiftly.
3. Practice the skill of ‘mining’ early on. It will let you obtain precious resources to trade.
4. Don’t be tempted to buy gold online from non-official sources. It’s against the game rules and could get you banned.
5. Always be cautious of scammers and never share personal account information.
HELPFUL RESOURCES
For handy guides: Runehq.com. YouTube also offers many ‘Let’s Play’ series that can be beneficial. Communities to join: Official Runescape Forums, r/runescape on Reddit, and RS Discord Servers.
GLOSSARY: COMMON TERMS EXPLAINED
1. Avatar: Your Runescape character, which you control in the game.
2. Gielinor: The fantasy world where Runescape is set.
3. Quests: Tasks you can complete in return for rewards.
4. Mining: A skill in Runescape to obtain important materials.
5. Gold: The basic currency in Runescape used for trading and purchasing.
NEXT STEPS: WHERE TO GO FROM HERE
Once you’re comfortable with the basics of Runescape, challenge yourself by venturing into player versus player combat or join a clan. While at it, continue undertaking quests and strive to upgrade your character’s abilities. With patience, enthusiasm, and this guide to help you along, your journey in Runescape will be an everlasting saga of joy and adventure. Remember, the more you play, the more the world of Gielinor will feel like a second home. Good luck!
