Shows
RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkRuneScape’s Final BossHosts: Shane, Bears, Lemon, and Zekarri
Amascut, the devourer, the pinnacle of RuneScape PvM arrives. We run through what makes this boss a true combat masterpiece with telegraphing, learnable mechanics, and the throwing of scarabs. Has RuneScape’s final boss arrived?
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:11:152025-08-082h 11RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkFurries Out BoyzHosts: Shane, Avernic, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones
Eclipse of the Heart ends the Desert series. Bringing Icthlarin’s family together we meet Tumeken, discuss his Zaros connections, and see why all roads lead to Xau-Tak. With the Soul beacon severing Amascut’s control 24 years of story comes to an end.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:51:532025-08-012h 51RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkRemoving Treasure HunterHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
Treasure Hunter is removed from RuneScape for one week. We discuss Jagex’s survey, the future of monetization, bringing lapsed players back, and ask the question: is XP too easy to earn? Also, cosmetic free worlds and the march to Prif on the GIM.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:25:362025-07-251h 25RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkReturn to MonkeHosts: Shane, Earth, and Pyrnassius
Quest QOL patches and the Game Health update arrive. Given controversy around the nerfs we look back at the Croesus nerfs and where those items are today. Also, strap on your propeller hats for a deep dive into spudworks and RuneScape server maintenance.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:37:092025-07-191h 37RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkSowing a SkillHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
Necromancy’s ritualist outfit comes to the Um store, Porcelain is affected by tool perks, and old Wilderness limitations are removed. But most importantly, Farming turns 20 - we look at where it sits today in-game both for experience and the economy.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:46:362025-07-111h 46RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight Talk7 Days of MT SandHosts: Shane, Tanis, Pyrnassius, and Thaxy
MTX Experiment 1 is detailed with a week-long removal of Treasure Hunter at the end of July. What does Jagex aim to learn and how will we all feel after a week of absence? The beach also returns for 2025 with no new content.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:27:102025-07-051h 27RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkBrash OptimismHosts: Shane, Tanis, Pyrnassius, and Thaxy
MTX is no longer a taboo conversation. We discuss the first steps forward with experiments and question which will work well. RuneScape monetization can be a dark place or it can be sunshine and speedos. Also, Archaeology on the Group Ironman.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:20:192025-06-282h 20RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkUrning Your MasterworkHosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, and Pyrnassius
110 Crafting comes to RuneScape with Starbloom armour, Masterwork magic gear, urns, and jewelry. With PvM in our mind we ask where Starbloom and Masterwork should be used, is it the ideal entry gear? Also, questions of Urns and profitability.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:42:462025-06-211h 42RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkThe Square Hole!Hosts: Shane, Tanis, Earth, and Pyrnassius
We celebrate our 20th anniversary. The Starbloom flower comes to Farming but we also discuss a rare Friday livestream. With questions from last week Mods Hooli and Ryan share a preview of RuneScape’s future including maybe an avatar rework and gnomes!
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:32:502025-06-141h 32RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkA Fiscal MassacreHosts: Shane, Tanis, Lemon, and Pyrnassius
Layoffs hit the RuneScape team and Jagex. We discuss who’s gone, why the layoffs happened, and what it means for the future of RuneScape. The 2024 financials are also out and they back up these dire circumstances. Is RuneScape in trouble?
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:01:052025-06-072h 01RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkA Healthy BalanceHosts: Shane, Bears, and Thaxy
Recent changes to Legendary and Masterwork weapons arrive. We run through the changes to equipment specials and passives. Also, upcoming drop table changes (again) for RuneScape’s biggest bosses, Zuk waves, and flash events.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:33:132025-05-311h 33RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkRe-examining The GuildHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
110 Crafting is coming in June with Starbloom armour, Masterwork robes, new urns, platinum jewelry, and a use for the Crafting guild. We’re excited and looking forward to it as we also look at recent player support numbers and the week’s patch notes.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:11:102025-05-231h 11RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkExplosive InventionHosts: Shane, Lemon, and Pyrnassius
Skilling gets an explosive update with new Invention perks and tools. Without being careless about it we showcase the new perks and theorycraft what combinations are most useful. From Runecrafting and Thieving to new perks there’s something for everyone.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:51:142025-05-161h 51RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkDoing The Lord’s WorkHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
Spring game jam is over and the fruit of past game jams arrives. From grapes to herbs we discuss the small but meaningful Farming changes from the Farming strike. Also, the game health update nerfing drop tables is pulled back and Bloodvelds get bloody.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:00:532025-05-091h 00RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkMTX is Not the ProblemHosts: Shane, Tanis, Thaxy, and Tim
Drop table changes are coming soon, will they make the economy better? With the balance of skilling and PvM at play we discuss why MTX is not the problem - this time. Also, the player support roadmap and more from the RSBANDB group ironman group.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:02:272025-05-022h 02RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkHammers and TongsHosts: Shane, Tanis, Pyrnassius, and Thaxy
We check in with Game Jam for updates on Runecrafting, a Tuska cleanup, re-tiering, and graphical reworks. Our group ironman group keeps kicking with a discussion on Prayer and its training methods and the latest with what we’ve been doing.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:15:522025-04-252h 15RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkBlooming DragonwildsHosts: Shane, Tanis, Avernic, and Pyrnassius
RuneScape: Dragonwilds has a surprising release. It’s early access and already blooming into a member of the RS franchise. We discuss gameplay, lore, and the future of Dragonwilds through our experiences. Also, Duck Quest and the Blooming Burrow arrive.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:52:342025-04-181h 52RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkFolly and SongHosts: Shane, Avernic, and Xurdones
Pharaoh’s Folly wraps one part of the desert storyline. We discuss shifting tombs, stealth and song, and Osman’s trial. The 2025 survey is also here and we share our thoughts on graphical updates, skill updates, and questing going forward.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:31:342025-04-112h 31RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkEnter the DragonwildsHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
Jagex’s survival game RuneScape: Dragonwilds is finally announced. With a first look in hand we share our hopes, admire the environments, and highlight what the game must do to succeed. Also, mounts, abyssal astral crafting, and 130 skills.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:43:122025-04-041h 43RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkWhat Would a Wizard Wear?Hosts: Shane, Pyrnassius, and Xurdones
110 Crafting makes its first appearance in a Right Click Examine blog. From magic armour, exquisite urns, and platinum jewellery we go back and forth on new ideas for 110 Crafting. Also golden gear, player support updates, and quest quality of life.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:07:022025-03-282h 07RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkThe Search for SubscribersHosts: Shane, Earth, and Lemon
Jagex’s 2023 financial report is published and we delve into the numbers. We discuss why MTX was down and subscriptions were up and what this means for the future of RuneScape. Also this week, Shifting Sands brings a new cosmetic for 110 Runecrafting.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:52:012025-03-211h 52RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkBegging for ThreadsHosts: Shane, Thaxy, and Xurdones
We return with 110 Runecrafting, Time Runes, and new spells. We cover methods and XP rates for 2025 Runecrafting as well as the Expansive Pouch and the Masterwork Staff. We also discuss our first impressions on Mod North, the new Jagex CEO.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 2:28:362025-03-142h 28RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkRuneFest: A RuneScape HavenHosts: Shane and Cireon
RuneFest is back after 5 years. From musical openings to skill chips and trading cards we share the RuneFest experience. Also, Leagues, Havenhythe, and how Jagex will change RuneScape 3.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:25:272025-03-031h 25RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight Talk31 and CountingHosts: Shane, Bears, Pyrnassius, and Thaxy
Combat Achievements bring projects new and old back to War’s Retreat. We discuss the new combat achievement system, crazy achievement outliers, endgame progression, and our favourite combat achievements. Are combat achievements the new trim?
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:42:092025-02-211h 42RSBANDBUpdate! - Weekly RuneScape News and Straight TalkPitching a Tent for RuneFestHosts: Shane, Tanis, and Pyrnassius
Archaeology Relic Presets, Drakolith changes, and bird nest renaming form the February mini hitlist strike. Combat achievements arrive next week and we preview the rewards. Then a RuneFest retrospective of what arrived and what missed the mark.
For detailed show notes visit update.rsbandb.com. You can also check out the forums for detailed discussion on each episode.Duration: 1:42:072025-02-141h 42