Macros can be programmed to perform almost any task. Typically, they are used to perform tasks deemed overly tedious by real players, such as training a particular skill, collecting a certain item, or quickly typing an offer or phrase. On 10 DecemberJagex implemented a number of updates aimed at ending the use of macros in the game.Īlthough these updates have been successful at drastically cutting down on the number of both macros and real-world tradersreactions among players were mixed concerning how well-implemented these updates were.Īs a result of a referendum, many of these updates which had lowered the number of bots in the game were removed on 1 February Several macroers chopped down a yew tree. Notice how they walk away as soon as the tree is cut down.