The upsidedown, is RS3 has much more going for cheap OSRS Gold it as far as endgame goes, and the road getting there is much smoother compared to old school rs. Microtransactions have entered Runescape in this manner that trivializes training annoying skills, as you can just essentially purchase your way. If microtransactions get your platelegs / skirt in a spin, you could always play Ironman...