Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This week on RSBANDBUpdate!, Havenhythe arrives as RuneScape’s newest expansion, introducing a new landmass, a redesigned starting experience, and the first step in the 2026 content rollout.
At first glance, Havenhythe is clearly positioned around early-game progression. The design is grounded, accessible, and intentionally structured to onboard newer players. However, this raises a larger question: where does this leave long-term and endgame players in the current update cycle?
We break down what Havenhythe includes today and what it signals for the future of RuneScape:
- The role of Havenhythe as a new starting experience
- 110 Hunter and how high-level content is delivered in this update
- Big Game Hunter changes and mechanical improvements
- The absence of a clear “chase” reward and what that means for engagement
- How this expansion compares to prior map releases and player expectations
- What Part 2 may need to deliver to balance progression across all players
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
5:02 - Stepping into Havenhythe
12:28 - 110 Hunter and Havenhythe BGH
25:51 - Spirit Moths and Tellervo's Equipment
35:25 - Black Chinchompas
38:52 - Birdhouses
43:55 - Clockwork Box Traps
46:53 - Jackalope Familiars
53:20 - Masterwork Ranged
1:01:24 - Ivar the King of Bones
1:07:51 - Silverquil
1:15:06 - Sanguine Crawlers
1:17:15 - Fish Farming
1:22:56 - Shrine of Inanna
1:26:44 - Farming and Vibes
1:35:06 - 120 Construction and POH Update
1:57:22 - Achievements
1:59:10 - Dragonwilds Giveaway
2:00:34 - Pick of the Week
Full show notes and audio: update.rsbandb.com/2026/03/rsbandbupdate-1082-havenhythe-havenhype
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This week on RSBANDBUpdate!, Havenhythe arrives as RuneScape’s newest expansion, introducing a new landmass, a redesigned starting experience, and the first step in the 2026 content rollout.
At first glance, Havenhythe is clearly positioned around early-game progression. The design is grounded, accessible, and intentionally structured to onboard newer players. However, this raises a larger question: where does this leave long-term and endgame players in the current update cycle?
We break down what Havenhythe includes today and what it signals for the future of RuneScape:
- The role of Havenhythe as a new starting experience
- 110 Hunter and how high-level content is delivered in this update
- Big Game Hunter changes and mechanical improvements
- The absence of a clear “chase” reward and what that means for engagement
- How this expansion compares to prior map releases and player expectations
- What Part 2 may need to deliver to balance progression across all players
If you enjoy thoughtful, systems-focused RuneScape discussion, subscribe for weekly episodes.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Introduction
5:02 - Stepping into Havenhythe
12:28 - 110 Hunter and Havenhythe BGH
25:51 - Spirit Moths and Tellervo's Equipment
35:25 - Black Chinchompas
38:52 - Birdhouses
43:55 - Clockwork Box Traps
46:53 - Jackalope Familiars
53:20 - Masterwork Ranged
1:01:24 - Ivar the King of Bones
1:07:51 - Silverquil
1:15:06 - Sanguine Crawlers
1:17:15 - Fish Farming
1:22:56 - Shrine of Inanna
1:26:44 - Farming and Vibes
1:35:06 - 120 Construction and POH Update
1:57:22 - Achievements
1:59:10 - Dragonwilds Giveaway
2:00:34 - Pick of the Week
Full show notes and audio: update.rsbandb.com/2026/03/rsbandbupdate-1082-havenhythe-havenhype
If you want to support RSBANDBUpdate! check our Patreon: patreon.com/rsbandb
Join our Discord: https://update.show/discord
Join our friends' chat: BitsBytes
