Whenever a major update arrives in Old School RuneScape, one question quickly follows:
Is it actually worth doing?
Wyrmscraig has generated plenty of excitement since its release, introducing a brand-new island filled with fresh content, unique rewards, challenging encounters, and new ways to progress your account. But is it worth spending your time there, or are you better off sticking to your usual money makers?
Let's take a closer look.
Unlike many previous updates, Wyrmscraig wasn't simply another dungeon or boss arena.
The island was originally created through Jagex's Player-Designed Island competition, allowing the community to help shape one of the game's newest destinations.
As a result, Wyrmscraig offers a mix of PvM, skilling, exploration, and progression rather than focusing on just one activity.
For many players, the biggest attraction is Wyrmscraig's repeatable boss.
The fight rewards players who learn its mechanics instead of relying purely on high stats or expensive gear. As you become more comfortable with the encounter, kills become faster and more consistent.
Like most modern bosses, valuable unique drops provide the biggest payouts, while regular loot helps maintain steady profits between rare rewards.
If you enjoy learning boss mechanics, Wyrmscraig's main encounter is definitely worth trying...
Making gold is one of the biggest goals for every Old School RuneScape player. Whether you're saving for your first big upgrade, working toward max gear, or simply trying to grow your bank, choosing the right activities can make a huge difference.
Fortunately, OSRS offers countless ways to earn GP. Some methods require high combat stats and expensive gear, while others can be done by almost any player. In this guide, we'll cover some of the best money making activities in OSRS and explain why they're worth your time.
Bossing remains one of the most profitable activities in the game. Many bosses drop valuable uniques alongside consistent regular loot, making them excellent long-term money makers.
Some of the best bosses for making GP include:
* Nex
* Vorkath
* Zulrah
* Phantom Muspah
* The Leviathan
* Alchemical Hydra
While some of these require stronger accounts and better gear, the rewards can be well worth the investment.
Raids offer some of the highest potential profits in OSRS thanks to their rare unique rewards.
The three major raids are:
* Chambers of Xeric
* Theatre of Blood
* Tombs of Amascut
Although raids have a learning curve, experienced teams can earn impressive profits while enjoying some of the game's most challenging content.
Slayer is one of the few activities that lets you level a skill while making money at the same time...
RuneScape has been around for over 20 years, which is kind of insane when you think about how fast most games die off. New MMOs come out all the time, get hype for a bit, then disappear. RuneScape never really did.
Even now, Old School RuneScape (OSRS) is still one of the most played MMORPGs out there. People log in every day, old players come back after years, and somehow new players are still finding the game.
So why is RuneScape still so popular in 2026?
It Doesn’t Force You Into Anything
One of the biggest reasons RuneScape and OSRS are still so popular is how open the game is. You’re not locked into a story or forced into doing specific content. You log in and do whatever you feel like.
Some days you’re training skills, other days you’re bossing, and sometimes you’re just standing at the Grand Exchange flipping items. There’s no right way to play, and that freedom is a big reason people stick with it.
The Grind Actually Feels Worth It
Let’s be honest, RuneScape is a grind. Everyone knows it. But that’s also why people keep playing. Nothing in OSRS is handed to you. If someone has a 99, you know they put in the time. Same thing with gold. If someone’s rich in RuneScape, they earned it one way or another.
That’s what makes it different from a lot of modern games. You’re not getting constant rewards just for logging in. You actually have to earn your...
If you're thinking about getting into RuneScape, one question comes up almost immediately.
Should you play Old School RuneScape or RuneScape 3?
At first glance, they might look like the same game.
They share the same world.
Many of the same locations exist in both versions.
You'll recognize familiar monsters, quests, and skills.
But once you start playing, you'll quickly realize they're very different experiences.
One focuses on nostalgia, simplicity, and slower progression.
The other offers modern graphics, faster leveling, and far more quality-of-life features.
So which one is right for you?
Let's break down the biggest differences.
Old School RuneScape (OSRS) launched in 2013 after a community poll brought back the 2007 version of RuneScape.
Since then, it has grown into its own game with years of exclusive updates.
OSRS is known for:
• Simple combat
• Player-driven economy
• Challenging PvM
• Active PvP scene
• Slower progression
• Large player population
Many players enjoy the feeling that every achievement is earned.
Getting your first Fire Cape.
Reaching your first 99.
Completing difficult raids.
Everything feels rewarding because progress takes time.
RuneScape 3 is the modern version of RuneScape.
It has continued evolving since the original game...
For some players, it comes after months of grinding Slayer. Others get lucky with a valuable boss drop, while some slowly build their bank through skilling, flipping, or completing raids.
Reaching your first 100M is one of the biggest milestones in Old School RuneScape. It opens the door to better gear, faster training methods, and far more profitable activities.
The good news is that you don't need incredible luck to get there.
With consistency, smart upgrades, and the right money makers, almost any player can build a 100M bank.
One of the biggest mistakes players make is constantly chasing the newest "best money maker."
Instead of jumping between ten different methods, stick with one or two activities you genuinely enjoy.
Some reliable options include:
• Slayer
• Bossing
• Farming runs
• High-level skilling
• Hunter
• Rune crafting
• PvM encounters
The most profitable activity is often the one you'll actually continue doing.
Many players spend every coin they make on cosmetic items or unnecessary upgrades.
Instead, focus on upgrades that actually increase your GP per hour.
Better gear usually means:
• Faster kills
• More kills per trip
• Less food consumed
• Higher overall profits
Treat each purchase as an...
If you have played OSRS long enough, you have probably heard players argue about auto clickers at least once. Some players claim they have used them for years without getting caught, while others say they were banned almost instantly.
So what is the truth?
Yes, auto clickers can absolutely get you banned in RuneScape.
While some players try pushing the limits with simple click repeaters or macros, Jagex has made it very clear over the years that gameplay automation is against the rules.
The problem is that many players do not fully understand where the line actually is.
The reality is that OSRS can be extremely grindy.
Some activities involve:
- Thousands of clicks
- Repetitive training
- Long AFK sessions
- Hours of low attention gameplay
That leads many players to look for shortcuts.
A lot of players mainly use auto clickers for repetitive activities like:
- High alching
- Splashing
- Auto dropping items
- Combat training
- Prayer flicking
- Skilling methods with repeated clicks
Others use them because they:
- Work long hours
- Play multiple accounts
- Want faster XP
- Dislike repetitive grinds
But risking an account with years of progress for a few hours of convenience usually ends up feeling terrible afterward.
An auto clicker is any software or tool that automates mouse clicks...
Every RuneScape player remembers their first expensive purchase.
Maybe it was a Dragon Scimitar.
Maybe it was Bandos.
Maybe it was finally buying a Twisted Bow after months of grinding.
But some items exist in a completely different league.
We're talking billions of GP.
Items so rare that most players will never own them.
With the Grand Exchange recently removing the traditional max cash limitations, many players have been paying closer attention to the most valuable items in Old School RuneScape.
So let's count down the 10 most expensive items in OSRS right now.
The Soulreaper Axe quickly established itself as one of the strongest melee weapons in the game.
Built from four separate boss drops, obtaining one requires significant effort and luck.
Its incredible damage potential keeps demand high, making it one of the most expensive weapons most players will ever own.
Few items have the reputation of the Elysian Spirit Shield.
For years it has been viewed as one of the ultimate wealth symbols in OSRS.
Its defensive bonuses and powerful passive effect make it desirable, but let's be honest.
Most players want it because it looks incredible.
8. Scythe Of...
Making 1M GP per hour in Old School RuneScape is one of the biggest milestones for most players. Early on, money feels slow, but once you unlock the right methods, hitting 1M per hour becomes very realistic.
The key is knowing which methods are actually worth your time and what requirements you need to get there.
Here are some of the best ways to consistently make 1M GP per hour in OSRS.
Vorkath is one of the most popular money makers in the game for a reason. It has consistent drops, low RNG reliance, and steady income per hour.
With decent gear and practice, you can comfortably hit around 1M GP per hour or more.
GP per hour: ~1M–2M
Requirements: Dragon Slayer II, decent combat stats, good gear
Zulrah is another top-tier money maker, but it requires more skill to learn. Once you understand rotations, it becomes very consistent.
It drops valuable resources and uniques, making it one of the best long-term GP methods.
GP per hour: ~1M–2.5M
Requirements: Regicide, high combat stats, practice
Slayer is one of the best long-term money makers because you’re training a skill while making money at the same time.
Tasks like Gargoyles, Nechryael, and Dust Devils can easily push your hourly profit close to or above 1M.
GP per hour: ~500k–1.5M...
Botting has been one of the biggest issues in Old School RuneScape for years.
Jagex has always fought bots through detection systems, account bans, and anti-cheat technology.
Now, it appears the company is taking things a step further.
Reports have surfaced that Jagex is issuing cease-and-desist letters and DMCA takedown notices to botting websites and client developers. While Jagex has not publicly commented on every reported case, multiple communities have discussed receiving legal notices, suggesting the company is becoming even more aggressive in its fight against botting.
For many players, this could mark one of the biggest shifts in Jagex's anti-bot strategy in years.
Botting negatively affects almost every part of Old School RuneScape.
Bots constantly farm bosses, gather resources, complete repetitive activities, and generate massive amounts of gold. This increases the supply of many items, hurts legitimate players trying to make GP, and fuels real-world trading operations.
Although Jagex continues banning millions of accounts, shutting down the software itself could prevent new bots from entering the game altogether.
A cease-and-desist letter is a formal legal notice requesting that an individual or business immediately stop a particular activity.
In this situation, the reported letters are aimed at developers and websites distributing botting software...
Most players think of the Grand Exchange when they want to make money.
Buy low. Sell high.
Simple.
But one of the oldest money-making methods in Old School RuneScape doesn't even start at the Grand Exchange.
It starts at NPC shops.
Many in-game stores sell items below their average Grand Exchange value, allowing you to buy them from the shop and sell them for a profit. The margins aren't always huge, but they're low effort, require very little starting GP, and can be surprisingly consistent.
Just remember that Grand Exchange prices change all the time, so always compare the current GE price before buying.
Here are some of the best NPC shop flips worth checking.
Fishing shops across Gielinor sell Feather Packs, making them one of the easiest NPC shop flips in the game.
Each pack contains 100 feathers.
Instead of buying individual feathers on the Grand Exchange, many players simply buy packs from NPCs, open them, and sell the feathers for more than they paid.
The profit isn't massive per pack, but because they're cheap and quick to buy, the GP adds up surprisingly fast.
Magic shops sell Eye of Newt Packs that work the same way.
Open each pack into individual Eye of Newts before selling them on the Grand Exchange.
Since Eye of Newts are constantly used for Herblore training, demand stays fairly steady throughout the year...
Pets are one of the biggest flexes in Old School RuneScape.
They don't make your account stronger.
They don't increase your GP per hour.
They don't unlock new content.
Yet players will happily spend thousands of hours chasing them.
Why?
Because some pets are incredibly rare.
When you see a player walking around with one of the game's rarest pets, you immediately know they've either been extremely lucky, extremely dedicated, or both.
Let's look at some of the rarest pets in OSRS and why players spend so much time hunting them.
Pets are permanent trophies.
Unlike gear, they can't be bought on the Grand Exchange.
Unlike GP, they can't simply be traded.
You have to earn them yourself.
That's what makes them special.
Many players spend years chasing a single pet and never get it.
Others somehow get lucky on their first few kills and make everyone else jealous.
The Bloodhound is often considered one of the rarest pets in the game.
It's obtained from Master Clue Scroll caskets.
The problem?
Master Clues take a long time to complete.
Many players finish hundreds of Master Clues before ever seeing the Bloodhound.
Some complete thousands without getting one.
That's why seeing a Bloodhound is always impressive.
The Penance Queen Pet comes from Barbarian Assault.
A lot of players avoid...
Even after all these years, Zulrah is still one of the most farmed bosses in Old School RuneScape.
And honestly, there’s a reason for that.
Most players remember their first real “money maker” in OSRS. For a lot of people, Zulrah was the boss that completely changed their bank.
I still remember finally getting consistent kills after dying over and over trying to learn the rotations. At first it feels impossible. The switching, the venom, the panic during jad phase — it can genuinely feel overwhelming when you’re new.
Then suddenly something clicks.
You start predicting phases without thinking. Your kills get cleaner. Your inventory starts lasting longer. And eventually, you realize you’re making some of the best consistent GP in the game.
Even in 2026, Zulrah remains one of the strongest solo money makers because of:
- Consistent loot
- Valuable uniques
- Fast kill times
- Low downtime
- Strong GP per hour
- Reliable scale drops
For many players, Zulrah becomes the boss that funds their entire account progression.
One thing that keeps Zulrah relevant is consistency.
A lot of bosses in OSRS rely heavily on getting lucky rare drops. Zulrah still gives steady profit even during dry streaks because the regular loot adds up surprisingly fast over time.
You’re constantly getting:
- Zulrah scales
- Rune items
- Herbs
-...
