Nintendo just wrapped up its latest Nintendo Direct showcase, and boy, did it deliver a massive bombshell for survival-crafting fans. Jagex—the masterminds behind the iconic RuneScape universe—dropped the official release date for their breakout multiplayer survival game, RuneScape: Dragonwilds.

Grab your calendars, because the untamed lands of Ashenfall are coming to the Nintendo Switch 2 on 15th September, 2026!

Bringing Gielinor to the Next-Gen Handheld

Having already surpassed an impressive one million copies sold during its Steam Early Access run, RuneScape: Dragonwilds is ready to make its grand debut on Nintendo hardware for the very first time.

The game shifts the classic high-fantasy lore of RuneScape into a completely fresh, open-world survival experience. Whether you choose to brave the wilds solo or squad up in co-op teams of up to four, you will find yourself exploring the continent of Ashenfall—a beautiful yet fractured land marred by unstable, wild magic and terrifying beasts.

Jesse America, Executive Producer of RuneScape: Dragonwilds, shared the team’s excitement following the Nintendo Direct announcement:

“RuneScape: Dragonwilds was built around player freedom allowing them to explore, grind skills, craft, and create unforgettable adventures together. Nintendo Switch 2 gives players a whole new way to experience the continent of Ashenfall, whether they’re jumping into co-op sessions with friends or continuing their journey on the move.”

What to Expect in Dragonwilds

If you’ve spent years grinding Woodcutting in Varrock, forget what you know. Dragonwilds blends iconic lore with hardcore survival mechanics, where magic is your ultimate tool for staying alive.

• Survival Through Sorcery: The anima-rich landscape lets you use magic for everyday survival. Need materials? Summon a spectral axe to clear a forest instantly. In a tight spot? Snap your fingers to detonate ore veins or blink away in a cloud of smoke. Yes, you can even turn bones into peaches.
• The Ultimate Dragon Hunt: Ashenfall is crawling with fierce dragons. Players must level up classic skills, brew vital potions, and forge custom equipment to battle their way toward the ultimate endgame threat: the Dragon Queen herself.
• Familiar Foes & Fresh Faces: Prepare to battle classic RuneScape creatures like Zogres, challenge the Black Knights, and square off against an entirely new, fearsome threat known as the Garou.
• A Nostalgic Soundtrack: Your journey will be scored by a sweeping soundtrack featuring beautifully re-orchestrated RuneScape classics alongside hours of brand-new music.

Mark Your Calendars: 15th September

The 15th September launch is shaping up to be a monumental day for Jagex. Not only is the game hitting the Nintendo Switch 2, but it will also leave Early Access for its full 1.0 launch on PC (Steam and Epic Games Store), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S. Even better? Full cross-platform functionality means you can team up with your mates, no matter what platform they play on.

With Nintendo’s next-gen hardware powering the adventure, gathering resources, building shelters, and slaying dragons on the go is about to look incredibly smooth.

Are you ready to explore Ashenfall on the Switch 2? Let us know in the comments below if you’ll be playing solo or building a squad!

Source – https://dragonwilds.runescape.com

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