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How to WASD and Esc Key Not Working in RuneScape

Lim How Wei
November 21, 2025

RuneScape is a fantasy MMORPG set in an evolving world where you can choose your own path.

You’re in the sixth age of Gielinor in a thriving society and threats from the elder gods.

Engage in quests, farm, defeat monsters, battle high-level bosses, or enjoy circus nights.

Since its launch, the game has over 270 million installations with cross-play on PC and mobile.

In this quick guide, you’ll learn how to fix the WASD (not turning camera), Esc, and other keys not working in RuneScape.

How to WASD and Esc Key Not Working in RuneScape

WASD and Esc Key Not Working in RuneScape

Here’s how to fix the RuneScape WASD and Esc key not working:

  1. Lauch RuneScape and join a world.
  2. Open Friends Chat or Clans Chat.
  3. Turn off “Always-On Mode” (the refresh icon).
  4. All of your keybinds will start working again (e.g. WASD, Esc)!

Further reading

How to Fix Runescape Stuck on Signing In Forever

Barrows Puzzles Answers for RuneScape

10 Best Runescape Skills to Train (by Importance)

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Lim How Wei is the founder of followchain.org, with 9+ years of experience in Social Media Marketing and 5+ years of experience as an active investor in stocks and cryptocurrencies. He has researched, tested, and written thousands of articles ranging from social media platforms to messaging apps.

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