ALT Old School RuneScape has always been a game that listens. And in 2026, Jagex did exactly that. The community spoke loud and clear after the Sailing skill launched, and the response from the team has been a focused, meaningful update targeting one of the most discussed pain points in the game right now. BOAT COMBAT. This patch, released on the 18th of March 2026, was framed by Jagex as a series of quality of life improvements rather then a massive content overhaul. The goal was simple: address the major issues, make things feel smoother, and build a stronger foundation for bigger updates down the line. So what exactly changed? Let’s break it all down.