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Battle.net vs RuneScape

If you need a Games & Comics API that's easy to integrate, go with RuneScape.

Battle.net

Diablo III, Hearthstone, StarCraft II and World of Warcraft game data APIs

RuneScape

RuneScape and OSRS RPGs information

Battle.net

  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Requires OAuth setup

RuneScape

  • No authentication required
  • HTTPS supported
  • No CORS support
FeatureBattle.netRuneScape
AuthenticationOAuthNone
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesNo

When to use which?

RuneScape is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Battle.net works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.