Old School RuneScape Ends a 13 Year Wait by Finally Adding Dog Pets
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
Old School RuneScape has added dogs as pets after thirteen years via a new community-approved quest called A Ruff Situation.
After thirteen years of relying exclusively on felines and pet rocks, Old School RuneScape has officially welcomed man's best friend to Gielinor. GameRant reports that a brand new members quest titled A Ruff Situation has dropped, giving players the chance to establish a dog shelter north of Falador and adopt their very own virtual puppy. Dog lovers in the community have waited over a decade for this feature, and developer Jagex made sure the implementation delivers. Players can raise up to twelve dogs in their Player-Owned House Menagerie, choosing from twelve distinct breeds like Huskies, Corgis, and Shibas, with fully grown companions even helping out by sniffing out Treasure Trail steps.
True to the democratic spirit that keeps this MMO alive, the update came to be through the community polling system. The Ruff Situation quest easily cleared the required threshold with an overwhelming 89.5 percent approval rating back in August. It is a great reminder of why the game continues to pull massive numbers and thrive across platforms years after its initial launch. While the player base famously uses its veto power to shut down major additions when they do not fit the vision, they fully embraced the chance to finally bring dogs into the fold.
The addition highlights a rare success story in long term live service management, proving that listening to grassroots community feedback still matters. Unlike the classic feline companions, these dogs do not run away if you forget to log in and feed them, and you can even keep them as permanent puppies if you prefer a smaller companion roaming your house. For a game built entirely on nostalgia and shared social loops, small updates like this keep the world feeling alive and deeply personal for its players.
Tags: MMO, PC Gaming, Old School RuneScape, Retro Gaming
Original article: Game Rant