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Jagex Removes Dragon Slayer 2 Trailer After AI Accusations
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Our take
The removal of the Dragon Slayer 2 trailer highlights a gap in Jagex's external partner review process, as the studio had previously asserted a strict no-AI policy. This incident, following a similar error with 100 Thieves merchandise, forces the studio to publicly overhaul its verification methods to maintain trust with a community that values hand-crafted art.
Background
Jagex is the developer of RuneScape, a long-running MMORPG. The studio has previously stated that it does not use generative AI to create games, artwork, or creative assets. This incident follows a similar controversy days earlier involving a 100 Thieves collaboration T-shirt design that featured AI-generated elements, which both companies apologized for, according to kotaku.com.
The Dragon Slayer 2 trailer was originally revealed during RuneFest, an annual community event for the game. The trailer used a sketchbook-style aesthetic to promote a new questline.
The timeline
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Jagex removed Dragon Slayer 2 trailer and announces investigation
Jagex reportedly took down the Dragon Slayer 2 trailer from all official sources after fans raised concerns about generative AI usage. Social media manager Alex Sween posted on Reddit that the studio is reportedly investigating urgently and apologized for the error, noting that the trailer was produced by an external partner who had confirmed GenAI would not be used.[1]
Our read of the evidence
Mostly unverified. On October 5, 2026, Jagex removed the Dragon Slayer 2 trailer from its official channels after players pointed out a character with six fingers, which they identified as a generative AI artifact. The studio said it is investigating the matter urgently and will commission community creators to produce a new version of the trailer. According to reports, Jagex also intends to overhaul its review processes after RuneFest.
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What happens next
Jagex is overhauling its review processes immediately following RuneFest, according to kotaku.com.
Jagex plans to commission community creators to produce a new version of the Dragon Slayer II story, according to kotaku.com.
Frequently asked
Why did Jagex remove the Dragon Slayer 2 trailer?
Jagex removed the trailer because fans identified visual artifacts consistent with generative AI, such as a character with six fingers. According to kotaku.com, the studio stated it is investigating urgently.
Did Jagex use AI to make the trailer?
Jagex states that it does not use GenAI to create its games or assets. According to pcgamesn.com, the trailer was produced by an external partner who had explicitly confirmed that GenAI would not be used.
What is Jagex doing to prevent this from happening again?
Jagex says it is overhauling its review processes immediately following RuneFest. According to kotaku.com, the studio also plans to work with and commission creators from the community to tell the story of Dragon Slayer II.
Is this the first time Jagex has faced AI backlash?
No, this is the second time in quick succession. According to kotaku.com, a similar incident occurred days earlier involving a 100 Thieves collaboration T-shirt design where AI use was spotted.
More related drama (4)
Sources (4)
- kotaku.com, RuneScape Developer To 'Investigate Urgently' GenAI Accusations, Oct 5, 2026.
- Twitter (original post), Original tweet by 100 Thieves (@100Thieves): We messed up. Our collaboration with RuneScape is a passion project that brought together people from across 100 Thieves to create a celebration of OSRS a.
- Reddit (original post).
- pcgamesn.com, Jagex says AI "has no place" in its creative work after RuneScape Dragon Slayer 2 trailer backlash, Oct 5, 2026.
Cite this timeline
This timeline compiles 1 dated events from 4 sources. If it helped your reporting, cite it:
GenZHype. “Jagex Removes Dragon Slayer 2 Trailer After AI Accusations.”
GenZHype, 5 October 2026,
https://genzhype.com/gaming/jagex-removes-dragon-slayer-2-trailer-after-ai-accusations/.