World of Warcraft influencers are showing interest in Old School RuneScape, opting to play in Ironman or Hardcore Ironman worlds with major restrictions on trading items.
The migration of WoW streamers to Old School RuneScape is seen as a departure from WoW's content limitations and an embrace of the sandbox MMORPG mechanics.
It's uncertain if this trend will lead to a significant increase in new players for Jagex, but existing OSRS fans are enjoying the attention brought by the influx of influencers.
The trend highlights a broader MMORPG genre appeal beyond World of Warcraft and the constantly evolving dynamics of online gaming communities.