RUNAWAYS Roblox RUNAWAYS September 23 2026 Notes
Update 5 week-one complete — meta settled, loot tables published, Update 6 anticipation builds.
This is a 23 September 2026 check-in for RUNAWAYS [beta] by supercat games — Update 5 week-one complete. This page captures the final week-one status, published loot tables, settled meta, and the growing community wishlist ahead of a potential Update 6.
Pair this page with September 22 2026 Notes for the day-4 stable operation summary and September 19 2026 Notes for the Update 5 launch details.
Update 5 — Week-One Complete
Update 5 has been live for five days. The community has completed comprehensive mapping, testing, and analysis. This represents the final week-one status before any potential Update 6.
New Locations — Complete Loot Tables
Full loot tables for Update 5’s three new locations, confirmed through community testing:
Downtown Deli
| Item Type | Avg Cash | Frequency | Police Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cash bundles | $120–180 | Common | Low |
| Premium items | $200–280 | Uncommon | Medium |
| Food valuables | $80–140 | Common | Low |
| Mixed haul | $150–250 | Common | Low-Medium |
City Auto Shop
| Item Type | Avg Cash | Frequency | Police Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tool items | $90–140 | Common | Low |
| Vehicle parts | $130–200 | Common | Low |
| Premium parts | $180–220 | Uncommon | Low |
| Mixed haul | $120–200 | Common | Low |
Harbor Warehouse
| Item Type | Avg Cash | Frequency | Police Risk |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industrial valuables | $250–350 | Common | Medium |
| High-tier cash | $320–450 | Uncommon | Medium-High |
| Rare items | $400+ | Rare | High |
| Mixed haul | $280–400 | Common | Medium-High |
Week-One Meta — Final Assessment
The meta has fully settled after five days of live gameplay:
| Class | Tier | Week-One Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| Pro-Gamer | S-tier | Dominant solo choice. Grappling hook mobility + speed is unmatched. No viable counter. |
| Smuggler | S-tier | Best stealth class. Rooftop routes + Harbor Warehouse access makes this the top crew-independent option. |
| Mafia Don | A-tier | Crew combat king. +20% gun damage unchanged. Best paired with Juggernaut for vault runs. |
| Juggernaut | B-tier | Tank role unchanged. Still valuable as crew support for vault breaches. |
Police AI — Week-One Confirmed
Police behavior improvements are confirmed stable:
- Rubber-banding reduced by 40–60% compared to Update 4
- Natural pursuit routing is consistent across server loads
- Heat tracking remains proportional — low heat = manageable, high heat = serious threat
- No regressions detected in five days of live play
Community Wishlist — Update 6
As the community anticipates Update 6 (potentially September 26), the most requested features based on forum and Discord discussion:
- New weapon balance — AK-47 recoil and reload improvements
- Border mechanics expansion — more end-game content beyond reaching the border
- New class option — medic or support class for crew gameplay
- Garage improvements — additional vehicle storage or customization options
- Interior expansions — more enterable buildings in existing locations
This wishlist reflects community discussion and is not based on any official announcement.
Stats Snapshot (23 September 2026)
- Visits: ~38M+ (continued growth from ~37M on Sep 22)
- Concurrent peak: ~52,000–59,000 (new records)
- Favorites: ~247,000+
- Universe: 7585140258
- Place: 118418618261207
- Active codes: SUPERCAT, RUN
- Update 5: Week-one complete — stable
- Update 6: Anticipated ~September 26 (speculative)
Related Pages
- September 22 2026 Notes — day-4 status
- September 21 2026 Notes — day-3 complete mapping
- September 20 2026 Notes — day-2 testing
- September 19 2026 Notes — Update 5 launch
- Updates Hub — full update timeline
- New Locations Guide — integrated Update 5 locations
- Weapon Tier List — current rankings
Week-one complete. Update 5 content is fully documented, the meta is settled, and the community looks ahead to Update 6.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for RUNAWAYS heists, escapes, and gear.
What is the total cash yield from the three new Update 5 locations?
Community testing confirms: Downtown Deli ($120–280 per visit), City Auto Shop ($90–220 per visit), and Harbor Warehouse ($250–450 per visit). A combined circuit of all three can yield $460–950 per full circuit depending on luck and police risk tolerance.
Is the police AI still improved one week after Update 5?
Yes. Five days of live play confirm the police AI improvements are stable. Rubber-banding reduction (40–60%), natural pursuit routing, and proportional heat tracking have shown no regressions.
Has Update 6 been officially announced?
No official Update 6 announcement has been made as of September 23. Based on the every-7-days cadence (Update 3: Sep 8, Update 4: Sep 12, Update 5: Sep 19), the community anticipates Update 6 around September 26, but this is speculation.
What is the current best class for solo play?
Pro-Gamer remains the dominant S-tier solo class due to the grappling hook + speed combination. Smuggler is the top S-tier stealth choice. Mafia Don leads crew combat at A-tier. Juggernaut serves as B-tier crew support.
Are the codes SUPERCAT and RUN still working?
Yes. Both codes remain active as of September 23. Monitor the Active Codes page for any new codes that may accompany Update 6.