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The Elder Scrolls® Online
Action
Adventure
Massively Multiplayer
RPG
Multi-player
MMO
PvP
Online PvP
Co-op
Online Co-op
Steam Trading Cards
Captions available
In-App Purchases
Camera Comfort
Chat Text-to-speech
Custom Volume Controls
Playable without Timed Input
Stereo Sound
Surround Sound
Partial Controller Support
HDR available
Family Sharing

Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.

Developers: ZeniMax Online Studios
Publishers: Bethesda Softworks
Release Date: 22 May, 2017
Price (USD): 19,99€
Current Players: 7.8k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(80%)
expansive world
rich lore
character customization
storytelling
combat system
game complexity
ESO Plus necessity
monetization strategy
technical issues
imbalanced PvP
Most reviews indicate that ESO is a rich, expansive game with excellent world-building and lore, particularly appealing to fans of the Elder Scrolls series. However, there is significant criticism of its monetization model, with numerous reports about necessary subscription elements for full enjoyment and frequent technical issues affecting the overall experience. While many enjoy the variety and depth offered, the game's complexity can be overwhelming for newcomers.

Positive Points

  • The game features an expansive world and rich lore, making it appealing to fans of The Elder Scrolls universe.
  • Character customization is praised as extensive, allowing players to create unique characters with various playstyles.
  • ESO offers a variety of content, including solo and group PvE, PvP, crafting, and housing, accommodating different player preferences.
  • The storytelling is considered strong, with quests offering meaningful narratives and fully voiced characters, which enhances immersion.

    • Negative Points

  • There is significant criticism of the game's monetization strategy, particularly the necessity of a subscription (ESO Plus) for critical quality-of-life features like inventory management.
  • Technical issues, such as frequent crashes and server stability problems, are frequently mentioned, detracting from the gaming experience.
  • PvP and veteran content is criticized for being unbalanced and overly reliant on meta builds, limiting player creativity.

    • Mixed Points

  • While some players enjoy the combat system, others find it unengaging and lacking depth compared to other MMOs.
  • The game is seen as both offering a lot of content to explore and being overwhelming for new players due to its size and complexity.

    • Common Themes

  • The game provides a rich Elder Scrolls experience set in a massive, detailed open world.
  • Monetization through ESO Plus and the Crown Store is a major point of contention among players.
  • There's a split opinion on the necessity of ESO Plus, with some finding it essential for a smooth experience and others seeing it as optional but beneficial.
  • The community is generally seen as helpful and supportive, though some players report issues with customer support.
    • Updated 9/9/2026, 12:01:56 AM UTC
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