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Jagex and Lyrical Animation Partner for RuneScape Animated Series
Developing
In Short: At RuneFest in Birmingham, UK, Jagex and Lyrical Animation announced a new animated series based on the popular 'RuneScape' franchise.
CEO Jon Bellamy of Jagex and creative director Daniel Dominguez of Lyrical Animation made the announcement on stage at RuneFest.
White, a longtime player and internet personality known as MoistCr1TiKaL, expressed enthusiasm about the project.
The animated series aims to capture the unique storytelling voice of 'RuneScape,' blending humor and insight.
The franchise includes 'RuneScape,' 'Old School RuneScape,' and 'RuneScape Dragonwilds,' with White boasting over 25 million followers.
Bellamy emphasized the potential to bring the world of Gielinor to life in new formats, beyond just games.
The animated series is part of Jagex's broader strategy to expand the 'RuneScape' universe.
RuneFest also featured announcements for new content and updates for the existing RuneScape games.
Jagex revealed plans for a fourth RuneScape MMO and a new expansion area in the main series.
The partnership with Lyrical Animation and White marks a significant step in Jagex's vision to diversify the 'RuneScape' franchise.
What's still developing
- “For 25 years, our players have helped shape ‘RuneScape’s’ extraordinary world, its characters and its stories,” said Bellamy.
- “I’ve been playing RuneScape for 22 years, and it’s one of my favorite IPs ever,” said White.
- RuneFest 2026: Jagex Announces A Brand New RuneScape MMO Alongside New Content For Its Fans of Jagex’s iconic RuneScape MMO have been recieving a lot of surprises this year.
- On top of this, Jagex revealed major updates for the RuneScape games themselves, including: This post may contain affiliate links.
- However, headlining the event was a first look at an ambitious new chapter for RuneScape : a fourth RuneScape MMO.