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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
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: May 22, 2017
Price (USD): $4.99
Current Players: 6.4k

Links:  Steam Store  SteamDB

Very Positive(81%)
rich storytelling
flexible character builds
immersive world
friendly community
combat system
progression system
ESO Plus dependence
monetization model
technical issues
repetitive updates
PVP imbalance
The general sentiment around The Elder Scrolls Online is a mix of praise for its immersive world and extensive content and criticism for its monetization practices. Players appreciate the rich storytelling and opportunity for solo or group play, though some find the combat and progression systems less engaging over time. The community is praised for its friendliness, but technical issues and the recent updates have led to frustration among some long-term players.

Positive Points

  • The game offers an expansive and immersive world with rich storytelling and deep Elder Scrolls lore.
  • ESO allows for flexible and customizable character builds with various classes, races, and skills.
  • The game is friendly to both solo and group play, allowing players to enjoy it at their own pace.
  • The community is generally active and friendly, with many players willing to help newcomers.

    • Negative Points

  • The monetization model is heavily criticized, with essential features like the crafting bag locked behind a subscription.
  • Recent content and updates have been seen as repetitive or disappointing, particularly the subclassing system, which some feel has reduced class identity.
  • Technical issues such as server lags, frequent crashes, and large download sizes are common complaints.
  • PVP is seen as neglected and unbalanced, with issues like lag and class imbalance reducing enjoyment.

    • Mixed Points

  • The combat system, while engaging for some, can feel floaty or unimpactful to others.
  • Quests are well-written and engaging, but some players find the core gameplay loop repetitive and grind-oriented.
  • ESO's progression system allows for exploration of any zone at any level, which some players enjoy, but others feel it undermines the sense of progression.

    • Common Themes

  • Players frequently discuss the abundance of content and detailed world-building as major strengths.
  • Many reviews mention the flexible character creation and build system as a highlight of the game's design.
  • The monetization strategy, particularly the reliance on ESO Plus for a better gameplay experience, is a common point of criticism.
  • Community interaction is generally positive, though the main concerns lie with balancing and the handling of technical issues.
    • Updated 12/24/2025, 12:01:43 AM UTC
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