What is osrs?

Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is a massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) maintained and developed by Jagex. It was released on 22 February 2013 and is a version of RuneScape from 2007. OSRS is popular for its nostalgic gameplay, challenging content, and strong community.

Key aspects of OSRS:

• Gameplay: OSRS features a point-and-click interface with a focus on skills, quests, and combat. Players train various skills like Woodcutting, Fishing, Mining, and Smithing to progress their characters.

• Combat: The combat system is based on levels, equipment, and prayer. There are different combat styles like melee, ranged, and magic. Players can engage in Player vs Player (PvP) combat in designated areas or fight various monsters across the world.

• Quests: OSRS has a rich questing system with hundreds of quests that offer rewards such as experience, items, and access to new areas. Completing quests is often a requirement for progressing in the game.

• Bossing: Many players engage in killing powerful monsters called bosses for valuable loot. Bossing is a popular activity for experienced players. Examples include the God Wars Dungeon bosses, the Wilderness bosses, and more recent additions like the Theatre of Blood and the Tombs of Amascut.

• Economy: OSRS has a player-driven economy, where players can buy and sell items through the Grand Exchange or through player trading.

• Community: OSRS has a large and active community, with numerous clans, forums, and social media groups. Player polls are used to determine which new content and changes are added to the game.

• Game Modes: OSRS offers several game modes in addition to the standard game. These include Ironman mode (restricting player interaction), Hardcore Ironman (permanent death upon dying), and Deadman Mode (PvP-focused with high risk and reward).

• Updates: Jagex regularly updates OSRS with new content, features, and fixes, based on player polls. These updates keep the game fresh and engaging for its player base.