RuneScape Classic
RuneScape Classic (also known as RSC, RS1 or RS Classic) was the first official release of RuneScape (DeviousMUD being the precursor). RuneScape Classic was publicly released on 4 January 2001. It was later replaced on 29 March 2004, with what was then known as RuneScape 2. On 23 May 2018, Jagex announced that RuneScape Classic would be permanently closing on 6 August 2018 due to numerous unfixable problems with the game.
Player stats
| Month | Estimated players | Change |
|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | ~1 | — |
| July 2026 | — | — |
Community activity
Daily RuneScape Classic community data tracked across Steam, Discord, Reddit, Twitch, and YouTube.
Twitch viewers
0 live streams
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RuneScape Classic recently drew 0 live viewers on Twitch across 0 streams; viewership peaked at 4 on Aug 14, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Is RuneScape Classic dead or still active?
No, RuneScape Classic is not dead — it is live and playable.
When was RuneScape Classic released?
RuneScape Classic was released in January 2001 by Jagex.
What platforms is RuneScape Classic available on?
RuneScape Classic is available on Windows.
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