The Elder Scrolls Online

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  1. Brav22
    Apr 9, 2014
    10
    ИГра крутая пацаны отвечаю, вот так такой экашааана капец, играешь там капец, вот, потом кароче, идёшь такой, там оп, мне там такие ну как я такой вот,
  2. Peter_Bollwerk
    Apr 8, 2014
    8
    I'm a big fan of Skyrim and I enjoy various MMOs, so I was excited to learn about this and have been waiting a long time for it.
    In a nutshell, it's definitely a good base for them to start on. There is definitely room for improvement, but I'm having a blast playing so far. It is too early to determine if it will have the staying power to keep a subscription model, but time will tell. I'm    I'm a big fan of Skyrim and I enjoy various MMOs, so I was excited to learn about this and have been waiting a long time for it.
    In a nutshell, it's definitely a good base for them to start on. There is definitely room for improvement, but I'm having a blast playing so far. It is too early to determine if it will have the staying power to keep a subscription model, but time will tell. I'm optimistic.    … Expand
  3. BoomKillDog45
    Apr 10, 2014
    10
    I can't really express how much I enjoy this game. I've always loved the Elder Scrolls games and was concerned about it translating into an mmo. I can safely say that The Elder Scrolls magic is still there it's just a little different than before. I enjoy just exploring this BEAUTIFUL game! I can't recommend this highly enough to those who enjoy fantasy MMORPGs.
    P.S. EXTREMELY improved    I can't really express how much I enjoy this game. I've always loved the Elder Scrolls games and was concerned about it translating into an mmo. I can safely say that The Elder Scrolls magic is still there it's just a little different than before. I enjoy just exploring this BEAUTIFUL game! I can't recommend this highly enough to those who enjoy fantasy MMORPGs.
    P.S. EXTREMELY improved from the Beta.......    … Expand
  4. jrp07
    May 5, 2014
    10
    I can't believe all of the negativity here. I played WoW for 6 years, Rift for 2 years, GW on and off for almost a decade and I've got to say, this is my favorite MMO yet. The PVP is spectacular. You won't play another MMO with immersion quite as nice as this. Sure, it has the occasional bug, but the zenimax team has been very helpful and go through quite a few social mediums (reddit,I can't believe all of the negativity here. I played WoW for 6 years, Rift for 2 years, GW on and off for almost a decade and I've got to say, this is my favorite MMO yet. The PVP is spectacular. You won't play another MMO with immersion quite as nice as this. Sure, it has the occasional bug, but the zenimax team has been very helpful and go through quite a few social mediums (reddit, twitter, etc) to connect with you and help you.

    I'm really thrown off by some of the false comments here, such as you can't do the fighters guild quest line as a sorcerer? Not true... any class can do all the guilds, and any class can do basically any role... Sorcerers have no aoe control? LOL! sorcerers have the best aoe control in the ****ing game! You can do WHAT YOU WANT. Want to be a Sorcerer tank? Go for it! Nightblade caster? Sure! it's brilliant. You can join up to 5 guilds and each guild has it's own store you can list items on, which creates the way for specialized guilds such as a crafting guild or werewolf guild etc. Make your own guild with its own rules, and then go into pvp and capture a keep or a blacksmith under its banner!

    It seriously feels like half of the people who reviewed this game haven't even played it, and I'm guessing most of them that did got to level 5 and quit. The reviews here do NOT do the game justice, are people trying to force it to go f2p so they can afford it? I just don't get it. The game is absolutely gorgeous. Ran smooth on a 400vs400vs400 pvp battle I was in.

    I read another review that said ES:O doesn't have the open world feel of WoW and I haven't the slightest idea of what he's talking about. WoW was spent at quest hubs doing collecting quests or kill X amt of mobs etc. ES:O you can just run wherever you want in your zone and pick up quests as you go! See a black marker on your compass? Go run there and check it out, there's probably a quest for you! Sure, you will still have kill X amt of mob quests here and there, every mmo will it's the nature of the game, but on the whole the quests are much much more entertaining than classic mmos. I find myself actually taking time to hear what the questgivers have to say because they are well written the way ES always is. I've enjoyed every part of leveling my 2 guys to veteran rank 1, at no point did I feel like I was just grinding to get to max level.

    I've also read a review just now saying there is no depth or content in the game... are you kidding me? There are already a ton of dungeons and the amount of content you do just to get to veteran rank 1 is IMMENSE. It is not a cakewalk to level 50, it takes a decent amount of time to level because of the amount of content in the game. and when you do hit veteran rank, you are allowed to explore the other alliances zones with scaled up monsters so you have 3x the amount of content to explore... not to mention the adventure zones which are coming out. There is depth in other areas too, for example instead of just buying a mount you have the ability to feed it once every 20 hours and increase either its speed / stamina / carrying capacity... you can level your horse to 50!

    I also read that zenimax is adding the dark brotherhood, spellcrafting, a justice system where you can kill npcs like other ES games (with consequences if you're caught), horseracing, etc etc... they have an incredible amount of things planned and I can't freakin wait.

    Anyways, I want to get back to playing but if you're like me and check metacritic before you buy a game these reviews could leave you feeling extremely turned off at a glance... I implore you to search for gameplay videos from neutral sources so you can make up your own mind. I can tell you, though, from someone who has lived and breathed MMOs since I was a child that this game is the funnest time I've had in my life gaming since Vanilla WoW and I don't think I've ever been this immersed in a game ever... just take a look at screenshots with water on ultra settings in first person view... stunning. Did I mention I can run ultra with 4gb ram and a gtx 650 ti?

    If you are a fan of MMOs or gaming in general I strongly suggest this game. Seriously. A lot of the negative reviews here are completely false or tacked on in the first week of release when the game was admittedly a gongshow (most mmo releases are, by comparison this one was pretty smooth). Some of the negative comments are warrented, and there are improvements that can be made. What makes me optimistic is that Zenimax is constantly communicating with their customers, and they are already trending in the right direction judging by their first update notes. WoW was not a shiny diamond a month after its release. An epic, immerse framework has been laid for this game, and it is only going to improve with each update.
    Don't let the BS comments from the people who want to see this game fail dissuade you from buying, especially if you love MMOs. I'll be pvping on bloodthorn in the meanwhile :)    … Expand
  5. Veridiano02
    May 9, 2014
    10
    This game is a MMO, with MMO mechanics. And it's not perfect. Have some fails here and there. Personally, even with that few bad things, I think it's a great game. The story it's quite better than Skyrim can ever be, and close to clasics like Oblivion and Morrowind. The graphics are amazing playing at full, and the lore is perfect on it's own. And, even with the MMO mechanics, it's anThis game is a MMO, with MMO mechanics. And it's not perfect. Have some fails here and there. Personally, even with that few bad things, I think it's a great game. The story it's quite better than Skyrim can ever be, and close to clasics like Oblivion and Morrowind. The graphics are amazing playing at full, and the lore is perfect on it's own. And, even with the MMO mechanics, it's an Elder Scrolls. Anyway, I can't tell anything better than this: Try it by yourself.

    Oh, and, even if I think that TESO deserves no more than a 7 or 8 in it's current state, I give it a 10, just for **** up all those negative rewievs that seems payed for other companies, because what they say it's not true, plain and simple. IT'S NOT TRUE.    … Expand
  6. GFBStarWars
    May 12, 2014
    9
    This will be my review for "The Elder Scroll Online", I'll try to be objective and to explain pro and cons in a simple but detailed way.
    "The Elder Scroll Online" isn't the classic MMORPG on the market and from what I've seen by playing, look more like a hybrid between a MMO and a single player RPG.
    The first thing anyone will notice when starting the game is the character creation which    This will be my review for "The Elder Scroll Online", I'll try to be objective and to explain pro and cons in a simple but detailed way.
    "The Elder Scroll Online" isn't the classic MMORPG on the market and from what I've seen by playing, look more like a hybrid between a MMO and a single player RPG.
    The first thing anyone will notice when starting the game is the character creation which have a massive amount of customization and give the choice to choose a race (and Alliance) and a class. Those are the only skill line and passive    … Expand
  7. Wobbufox
    May 13, 2014
    8
    To hate, or not to hate?

    Well, to be honest...neither. This game is far from flawless, but neither is it terrible. Let's get the nitty gritty out of the way and say that $15, or approx £9 - £10 isn't a huge sub fee for an MMO. In essence, this is standard. Is it worth the money? Only if they will be releasing quality content in the future without making people dish out for an    To hate, or not to hate?

    Well, to be honest...neither. This game is far from flawless, but neither is it terrible.

    Let's get the nitty gritty out of the way and say that $15, or approx £9 - £10 isn't a huge sub fee for an MMO. In essence, this is standard. Is it worth the money? Only if they will be releasing quality content in the future without making people dish out for an expansion pack. Bots, Gold Sellers and the occassional bug are expected and it seems that these problems are being address. But don't expect it to be sorted within the first few months.

    At the end of the day, your opinion on the game will depend on three things: Are you an MMO fan? Are you a TES fan? And are you optimistic, or pessimistic?

    If you want Skyrim...I suggest you play Skyrim and wait for the next TES title. If you are an MMO fan, it'll hit all your mainstream boxes, but will let you down on the end-game content as it's still early days. All in all, this is an MMO game with a good helping of TES universe. Just don't be surprised if the game has reworked what Soul Gems do and how they are named...that last one DID break my TES-filled heart.

    For those who may not have played it yet, here are some brief breakdowns:

    The negative:

    Gold Sellers everywhere!!! Well, it's something that every MMO has to deal with. So nothing new, right? As far as we know, this is being worked on.

    If you wish to play 'fair', be disappointed for the moment as there are some balancing issues to be dealt with. Oh, and if you are a stealthy TES player, don't expect to 'one-shot-KO' everything in ESO.

    The PvP is interesting and rather fun, but as said above, balancing issues do skew the battles a little...towards those with greater range.

    In terms of gameplay, one of the main issues is a lack of STRUCTURED group content (outside of dungeons and dungeion-ing), however, expect the immersion to die a little in some caves as a horde of players charge through it, hunting for Skyshards and map-completion. Although, as the game is still in it's early stages of post-release, we have our fingers crossed for a lot more content to come our way.

    The positive:

    The game holds true to a LOT of TES, and so far I haven't encountered anything that is incredibly lore-breaking. The crafting system in each skill-tree is detailed and holds a large array of customisation.

    The combat is fluid and feels great in both; first and third-person perspective, although 3rd person is tactically better, allowing you to see enemy AoE abilities with far greater clarity. The skill trees seem to have a good range of ACTIVE and PASSIVE abilities, as well as a very open system to how you invest points.

    The general leveling of a character is a little slow at times, but if you focus on questing, then it shouldn't take that long at all. It is simply a matter of what you're doing. Gathering iron ISN'T going to get your overall lvl from 16-17, but discovering new locations, picking the locks on chests and helping out the ever-needy NPCs WILL get you up swiftly.

    On a final note, as said by many before me, the visuals, voice acting and ambient sounds are all top-notch for an MMO.

    Overall, this is a SOLID MMO with a lot to offer, and a LOT of potential in the future. All that matters is what you were expecting during the hype. This is NOT Skyrim, this isn't even Oblivion or Morrowind, and how could it be? This is an MMO game that so far holds true to The Elder Scrolls world. This isn't a single-player game, and with that come compromises, remember that.    … Expand
  8. Kazlowe
    Jun 1, 2014
    9
    Maybe I tend to enjoy things that the more vocal gamers out there dislike, but I have found ESO to be the perfect blend of MMO and Elder Scrolls. It's also a highly innovative product, something most developers are reluctant to do. This includes a never before seen character construction that breaks all the rules by letting you play with nearly every type of skill in the game, in countlessMaybe I tend to enjoy things that the more vocal gamers out there dislike, but I have found ESO to be the perfect blend of MMO and Elder Scrolls. It's also a highly innovative product, something most developers are reluctant to do. This includes a never before seen character construction that breaks all the rules by letting you play with nearly every type of skill in the game, in countless combinations. The group content and dungeons are exciting and interesting, though questing in the larger world is primarily a single player affair. And the crafting game is very well done and supremely inventive.… Expand
  9. Kattsylt
    Aug 2, 2014
    8
    Im really baffeled by the awful reviews this game gets. But by reading through alot of em i begin to understand why.

    * People expect this to play exactly like Skyrim, it obviously wont be. Why people even expected that is beyond me. Its a mmo, not a single player game. As far as im concerned, it still feels enough like an ES game to pass as one. * People expect that there would be no    Im really baffeled by the awful reviews this game gets. But by reading through alot of em i begin to understand why.

    * People expect this to play exactly like Skyrim, it obviously wont be. Why people even expected that is beyond me. Its a mmo, not a single player game. As far as im concerned, it still feels enough like an ES game to pass as one.
    * People expect that there would be no bugs. This is a new mmo and its huge even at release. There were bugs at release but a lot of those has already been squashed which is very impressive.
    * People that expeted there to just as much content in this as in other mmo's that have been running for nearly ten years. Do i even have to tell people how mindnumbingly stupid that expectation is?
    * People even post bad reviews because they didnt like the voice acting... Even if that was true its obviously not breaking the entire game...
    * That there are not enough updates. Its been out for four months, one big update has already been released and another big one is coming soon. You expected major updates every other week?

    As for me.
    Im happy with the game and i enjoy it alot. I've played ES-series since Arena and this really does feel like another game in the series.

    One thing i love is the customization choices you have with your character. I like to play in a lot of different styles and roles and here i can do so without having to create and lvl up a different alt for each purpose. There are different class abilities but each class can play all roles if they so wish. Dragon Knight healer? No problem at all. And if you want to you can just change it into an archer or tank later on.

    The crafing is wonderful. And its actually usefull in different to other mmo's. You can get into end game content with only crafted gear with your chosen set bonuses. There are set that drops in raids that are better but the crafted gear is more than sufficient.

    If you like Elder scrolls and online gaming i dont see why you wouldnt like this game. Even if you dont like mmo's the game can mostly be played as a single player game too if you feel like it. I know that a lot of players do just that and enjoy it.    … Expand
  10. Butrflis
    Apr 28, 2014
    9
    Absolutely the most stunning MMO Ive played and Ive beta tested many and played most of them. A few bug remain hence the 9/10 rather than 10/10. You definitely have to be intelligent to play though. This is not a game for the lazy who want an easy grind or those with less brain power. It requires you to think. Give our current population of gamers this may be a problem and a reasonAbsolutely the most stunning MMO Ive played and Ive beta tested many and played most of them. A few bug remain hence the 9/10 rather than 10/10. You definitely have to be intelligent to play though. This is not a game for the lazy who want an easy grind or those with less brain power. It requires you to think. Give our current population of gamers this may be a problem and a reason for neg reviews only coming from the user population and not the critics so much.… Expand
  11. Khondor
    May 12, 2014
    9
    Not sure why this game garners so much hate and discontent. People who are saying "been there, done that" might as well be complaining about having to shoot in an FPS. ESO is actually a solid addition to the Elder Scrolls universe. Do what you want game play, meaningful crafting, large open world, and a tremendous amount of lore. The road to max level is LONG which is a welcome changeNot sure why this game garners so much hate and discontent. People who are saying "been there, done that" might as well be complaining about having to shoot in an FPS. ESO is actually a solid addition to the Elder Scrolls universe. Do what you want game play, meaningful crafting, large open world, and a tremendous amount of lore. The road to max level is LONG which is a welcome change to the recent trend in MMOs that have people at level cap in two days. These same folks then complain about the lack of end game and then rage quit. In ESO, the leveling IS the game, or a least a major part of it. Questing in ESO is it's strength and although some quest bugs were prevalent at launch, they have mostly been addressed. If your a fan of Elder Scrolls games, then you should give this one a shot. You won't be disappointed.… Expand
  12. Piotheman
    May 26, 2014
    10
    A beautiful and essential take on the MMO genre. ESO is stripped of whatever is unnecessary, and focuses on what's important: fighting is fun and intuitive; crafting is interesting, and has a way of making your production unique; exploration is rewarding, either it's fighting skyshards or just beautiful sceneries. The game is a little slow at the start, but warms up to become an enchantingA beautiful and essential take on the MMO genre. ESO is stripped of whatever is unnecessary, and focuses on what's important: fighting is fun and intuitive; crafting is interesting, and has a way of making your production unique; exploration is rewarding, either it's fighting skyshards or just beautiful sceneries. The game is a little slow at the start, but warms up to become an enchanting journey in a faraway fantasy scenery.

    Now, if you're into hardcore MMO theorycrafting and competitive PVP, yeah, well, tough luck.    … Expand
  13. gidora
    Jul 18, 2014
    9
    The Elder Scrolls Online is the most epic of all MMORPGs out there. You are able to choose on a wide scale of how you want to play each time you log into the game. The graphics quality also makes the game very immersive no matter if your in first of third person view. I believe they even out did themselves to their own Skyrim game because the leveling feels a lot more balanced in ESO.The Elder Scrolls Online is the most epic of all MMORPGs out there. You are able to choose on a wide scale of how you want to play each time you log into the game. The graphics quality also makes the game very immersive no matter if your in first of third person view. I believe they even out did themselves to their own Skyrim game because the leveling feels a lot more balanced in ESO. There are really only two flaws to this game. One is that there seems to be a lot of technical issues such as crashes and lagging. The other is that there is no way to complete the group quest as a single player. The reason i say this is a downfall is because there are times where there are not enough players playing non-PVP to get a group together. So if this is the quest you want to do you are diverted by the fact that it is impossible to beat alone. There should be different levels of difficulty base on, how many people enter the dungeon together, so that not enough players being online does not become an issue.… Expand
  14. olliebruce126
    Jul 17, 2014
    10
    In all honesty, this is a decent MMO when you get past the bugs and the random whining TES fans thinking it would be like Skyrim with multiplayer. A lot of fun and the quest storys are interesting with great voice acting. I'd say to get this for maybe 1 month and see if you like it.
  15. kdkade
    Jul 23, 2014
    10
    Incredible game. You actually get to feel like it's rpg, and you're only going to hate it when you're in rush mode. The overall reaction to this game makes me weep for today's gaming society.
  16. Miryks
    Aug 4, 2014
    10
    Very fun game deserves more good reviews. Shouldn't be pissed of at because of the 15$ subscription... Get a job. You have to remember that these people have spent the last 6 years making this game for us all. and for 60$ its being thrown at your face. The 15$ subscription allows for them to keep making great content for you every 6 weeks and keep making The Elder Scrolls series!
  17. Shekky
    Jun 22, 2014
    8
    This game is one of those few gems out there some slight bugs aside this could use a few patches and upgrades to make this game truly great. the diverse storyline is amazing filled with tons of hours of gameplay. the leveling process is abit of a grind but the story keeps you entertained in the mean time. one of the biggest complaints i keep hearing about which i can agree with is havingThis game is one of those few gems out there some slight bugs aside this could use a few patches and upgrades to make this game truly great. the diverse storyline is amazing filled with tons of hours of gameplay. the leveling process is abit of a grind but the story keeps you entertained in the mean time. one of the biggest complaints i keep hearing about which i can agree with is having more bars to use more of your spells and abilities being limited to a selection of 5 with your ultimate ability has combat be quite limited. The only other thing I would suggest is adding a minimap i tend to get lost quite easy without one. A few addons has remedied this but it just isn't enough to have to add it through addons.… Expand
  18. Derythor
    Jul 30, 2014
    9
    I think it's an excellent addition to the Elder Scrolls franchise, as well as an excellent MMO. I have a hard time staying onto MMO's due to the vanilla feel of many of them now-a-days. Definitely a nice reprieve from the over-generic "WoW" feel to everything. The crafting is a nice addition, as is the guild operations (guild stores add a much nicer feel than the auction house).I think it's an excellent addition to the Elder Scrolls franchise, as well as an excellent MMO. I have a hard time staying onto MMO's due to the vanilla feel of many of them now-a-days. Definitely a nice reprieve from the over-generic "WoW" feel to everything. The crafting is a nice addition, as is the guild operations (guild stores add a much nicer feel than the auction house). Honestly, the only negative I have against the game, is comparing it to the single player titles. I miss the exploration of ruins JUST to explore ruins. The game has much more potential, and I'll be eager to see how Zeni handles the franchise! 9/10… Expand
  19. philginge
    May 6, 2014
    9
    Really enjoying this game, if anything the more I play the better its getting! Currently VR2 and enjoying the game far more then I did 1-50! Looking forward to the Adventure zone content, but I have got lots to explore and do before all that! :)
  20. stafdude
    Jun 1, 2014
    10
    I enjoyed both Oblivion and Skyrim a liot. I played the beta a bit and now recently bought the game. In the Aldmeri Dominion, the single player PvE is great ; although i'm still only lvl 25 and don't know much bout end game veteran content yet. Some serious lag issues on the EU server in PvP need to be fixed ASAP. The campaings should either be shorter than the 90 (!) days, or the campaignI enjoyed both Oblivion and Skyrim a liot. I played the beta a bit and now recently bought the game. In the Aldmeri Dominion, the single player PvE is great ; although i'm still only lvl 25 and don't know much bout end game veteran content yet. Some serious lag issues on the EU server in PvP need to be fixed ASAP. The campaings should either be shorter than the 90 (!) days, or the campaign outcome should influence the game world in a substantial way. Guesting campaigns needs to be removed completely. There should also be some sort of penalty/lack of reward for joining a campaign and then not participating in PvP.. I've never played an MMO before (except for shortly at the beginning of WOW (which I hated)). This game feels very good to me, a traditional single player PvEer. I'm sure the hardcore MMO-players have their issues with the game, but for me it so far warrants the monthly sub. As I didn't play the first mo after release I must have missed all the bugs all the angry reviewers rant about (they are now fixed I guess). The only remaining thing is the lags and connection drops during PvP which for some reason seems to be connected to the grouping system (if many in the the group are offline, the game lags when they try to log on again).

    The graphics at Ultra-high settings are absolutely amazing considering its a persistent MMO world. (At low settings the gfx are really bad though, something reminiscent of the games in the late 90s/early 00s). Just hoping that the PS4 / XBOX One players will be able to enjoy gfx at high/ultra settings...    … Expand
  21. AngryIrishman
    May 12, 2015
    9
    I made an account simply to write a short review of the game. I've played all the Elder Scrolls, right from Arena and I find the online game to stay true to the lore, which is important to me as an Elder Scrolls fan. After a marathon with the game, I have come to the conclusion that it was worth the one time buy and if you're eager, like me, you'll even grab the premium membership. ThereI made an account simply to write a short review of the game. I've played all the Elder Scrolls, right from Arena and I find the online game to stay true to the lore, which is important to me as an Elder Scrolls fan. After a marathon with the game, I have come to the conclusion that it was worth the one time buy and if you're eager, like me, you'll even grab the premium membership. There are lots of features yet to be implemented, yet I'm confident that the developers will continue to refine and temper the title. I've had fun and I'm certain another Elder Scrolls fan would as well. The Combat system brings it out on top of any other MMORPG, the crafting is much simpler than the rest of the games in it's genre. However, one critique that I do offer is that there are not enough clearly defined roles, as there were in earlier titles, wherein one could define their character immediately, yet not so much as to limit his/her character.… Expand
  22. AndarneMG
    Dec 3, 2015
    8
    If I'd reviewed this game on release, or on any of the series of six month intervals on which I returned for second opinions thereafter, Zenimax would have been lucky to get a one from me here. More than any other game I've come across before I hated my initial experiences with ESO in Coldharbour, and quickly the game looked to be little more than a horrendous waste of money.

    That    If I'd reviewed this game on release, or on any of the series of six month intervals on which I returned for second opinions thereafter, Zenimax would have been lucky to get a one from me here. More than any other game I've come across before I hated my initial experiences with ESO in Coldharbour, and quickly the game looked to be little more than a horrendous waste of money.

    That being said, something changed markedly with my latest and longest foray into the game. Sure, my misgivings about the story (and particularly the awful dialogue thrown at the main VA) remain unabated, but on the whole my many hours spent since the last return have yielded a gem surprisingly detached from my long history of MMO outings.

    ESO doesn't eschew many of the sacred cows or cliches of the genre - I don't mean to suggest that - but where it does seem leagues apart is in the sheer wealth of legitimate, diverse play styles with which players can lose themselves in within a wonderfully (if not exactly beautifully) realized Tamriel.

    Give it a go - and be patient - you might just find yourself converted alongside me.    … Expand
  23. SGAR
    Sep 27, 2014
    8
    Looking through other reviews I notice that quite a fair few of the complaints are centered around the previous Elder Scrolls titles, and while I am a huge fan of the series I can't help but feel that this game would have been rated much higher had people compared it to other MMOs rather than Skyrim.

    One of the first things I noticed upon starting the game for the first time was that it    Looking through other reviews I notice that quite a fair few of the complaints are centered around the previous Elder Scrolls titles, and while I am a huge fan of the series I can't help but feel that this game would have been rated much higher had people compared it to other MMOs rather than Skyrim.

    One of the first things I noticed upon starting the game for the first time was that it looked remarkably good, and not just for an MMO, I found this game very attractive. Even the launcher has atmosphere. The next thing I found was that it also sounded remarkably good, the score for this game sounds nothing short of epic, a word I don't use lightly. After taking in the ambiance for the better part of five minutes I created my character. The character creation is as good as any I've seen from any other game, when choosing a class I did feel that my choices were limited as there are only four. Character made I entered the game.

    The tutorial is done in something like a prison in a different dimension, the area was a little dull, but since I spent so little time there I didn't mind. One thing worth making note of is that John Cleese makes an appearance as a voice actor in the tutorial.

    Which brings me to the voice acting. It's very well done.

    Now the gameplay. The fighting is set up somewhere between MMO and other Elder Scrolls titles, and I think it works. The hits seem solid and there is a bit that goes into combat beyond what I've come to expect from other MMOs. Enemy AI seems smart, if only for that they can use more than one attack. Crafting is one of my favorite things in this game, being able to destroy old armor for some materials to make new, better armor I find rewarding. Leveling feels rewarding, and happens often enough to not feel like a grind fest.

    The quests are varied enough to not get repetitive, and often feel worth doing.

    Overall the game is very enjoyable and accessible if you have the money and time. This is an MMO anyone expecting a single player game will be disappointed, through no fault of the game.

    TL;DR Don't expect Elder Scrolls Six when buying this, Expect an Elder Scrolls based MMO and you might just have a good time.    … Expand
  24. LunaNosCustodit
    Nov 7, 2014
    8
    The Elder Scrolls: Online was a game that everyone thought would be awesome in theory, but in reality turned out far different than most people hoped for/expected. If you come into the Elder Scrolls: Online expecting an Elder Scrolls game ala Skyrim or Oblivion, you are going to hate it. Come into it expecting what it really is, however, and it's a well put together game with ambition andThe Elder Scrolls: Online was a game that everyone thought would be awesome in theory, but in reality turned out far different than most people hoped for/expected. If you come into the Elder Scrolls: Online expecting an Elder Scrolls game ala Skyrim or Oblivion, you are going to hate it. Come into it expecting what it really is, however, and it's a well put together game with ambition and a few missteps. The Elder Scrolls: Online is an attempt at catering to both Solo and MMO fans, as much of the early game can be completed without the aid of another, even if it makes the experience more fun. It does this well, until the more poorly balanced VR content (which they're actually removing so this point will soon be moot.) With each major update (so far 5,) there have been huge changes and additions to the game. It's hardly the same formula it was back in beta. ZOS obviously cares about their game, and there has been a huge amount of care and detail put into the world itself. Sure, there are some annoying quest bugs and errors that can ruin some things. But if you expect a game of this scale to be bug free, you really don't understand how MMOs work.

    All in all, I very much enjoy The Elder Scrolls: Online far more than any MMO I have ever dabbled in. Wildstar, FFXIV, GW2, TERA. They had strong points, but ESO caters to what I'm looking for in an MMO. It's not for everyone; nothing is. But I really think the general negativity some have for this game is very unwarranted and strange. I really hope they add some sort of a trial so that newcomers can give the game a whirl. It's very different than it was during Beta, but the price tag might stave off potential subbers.

    It's not perfect. But I can't think of an MMO that is.    … Expand
  25. Godcario
    Oct 10, 2018
    9
    I love this game but there is one problem, this game is a great game to put lots of game time into but its a pay to win game for people who don't want to put in the time (I am not one of those players) I love to play and play till I find more stuff to do after a while though (Like 400 hours) you get bored hop off for a couple of months buy new expansions then come back asking for more!I love this game but there is one problem, this game is a great game to put lots of game time into but its a pay to win game for people who don't want to put in the time (I am not one of those players) I love to play and play till I find more stuff to do after a while though (Like 400 hours) you get bored hop off for a couple of months buy new expansions then come back asking for more! It's a great game I can't wait for the next expansion on the Elder scrolls series!!!!… Expand
  26. CasperWenneke
    Apr 27, 2018
    9
    I will make this review short as possible. In my opinion this game is absolutely amazing in its own special way. the lore is incredible, and i have never seen anything like it. A lot of people bash this game, but i say they look at the wrong places. The game does have some bugs and frame issues, but i look apart from this, then the game is original and spectacular. Anyone who has everI will make this review short as possible. In my opinion this game is absolutely amazing in its own special way. the lore is incredible, and i have never seen anything like it. A lot of people bash this game, but i say they look at the wrong places. The game does have some bugs and frame issues, but i look apart from this, then the game is original and spectacular. Anyone who has ever wanted to play Skyrim, Oblivion or Morrowind ("almost") with a friend then this is for you.… Expand
  27. Archemer
    Feb 13, 2020
    10
    It had issues at launch but the alternative games are definitely less enjoyable.
  28. Sphinxmoth
    Jun 21, 2020
    9
    Well, ESO had a really bad start back in 2014.
    But for now the game is far not bad: really good side quests (There are 5 or 7 "go-and-kill-10-monstername-oh-ye-fabled-hero" quests in all game. And the game have few hundred quests.), good-written main quests. Honestly this game comfortably plays as single-player, which is very rear for an MMO an which is really awesome for The Elder    Well, ESO had a really bad start back in 2014.
    But for now the game is far not bad: really good side quests (There are 5 or 7 "go-and-kill-10-monstername-oh-ye-fabled-hero" quests in all game. And the game have few hundred quests.), good-written main quests. Honestly this game comfortably plays as single-player, which is very rear for an MMO an which is really awesome for The Elder Scrolls series veterans.    … Expand
  29. Artok1488
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Советую играть только тем, кто не боится общаться с людьми. Потому что в соло игра откроется вам по другому.
    По поводу графики всё очень хорошо. Локаций много и квесты на 7. Но игре ставлю 10 потому что задания тут не главное.    Советую играть только тем, кто не боится общаться с людьми. Потому что в соло игра откроется вам по другому.
    По поводу графики всё очень хорошо. Локаций много и квесты на 7. Но игре ставлю 10 потому что задания тут не главное.
  30. zongi
    Apr 21, 2014
    8
    This is a very good game, perhaps a 10, but you should buy it in about three months or so (lets say around July 2014). The frequent maintenance make it frustrating to play as instead you sit around and refresh the support page to find out when would it possible for you to actually play the game. in the past week the game went down several times and for hours each time.
    so far Bethesda    This is a very good game, perhaps a 10, but you should buy it in about three months or so (lets say around July 2014). The frequent maintenance make it frustrating to play as instead you sit around and refresh the support page to find out when would it possible for you to actually play the game. in the past week the game went down several times and for hours each time.
    so far Bethesda has not offered any compensation to subscribers, stating only "we are sorry, we are new"... well, that is simply not good enough, I paid money, I want to play, if your product is not good enough, don't ask me to buy it.

    The game itself is vast, addictive, with very few problems (The inability to change skill points except later in the game and for a stiff price is one huge flaw which I guess will be fixed at some point).    … Expand
  31. doser
    Apr 24, 2014
    8
    Probably the second best MMO ever made, after Dark Age of Camelot.

    Obviously there's a little campaign going in certain circles to write negative reviews with no substance to them. Ignore that nonsense, if you're going to pay a subscription fee, spend it on this... not that other out-of-date, cartoony - PvP-less game.
  32. e7seif
    Apr 23, 2014
    10
    As a long time Elder Scrolls fan, I was very skeptical when ESO was first announced. But Zenimax/Bethesda has pulled of a very enjoyable balance of both the Elder Scrolls world and an engaging MMO.

    I have played many MMOs (Neverwinter, Rift, Allod's Online, Tera, LOTRO, FF11, Vindictus, EverQuest II and more...) By far, ESO is my favorite. It is a world I simply enjoy existing in, and    As a long time Elder Scrolls fan, I was very skeptical when ESO was first announced. But Zenimax/Bethesda has pulled of a very enjoyable balance of both the Elder Scrolls world and an engaging MMO.

    I have played many MMOs (Neverwinter, Rift, Allod's Online, Tera, LOTRO, FF11, Vindictus, EverQuest II and more...) By far, ESO is my favorite. It is a world I simply enjoy existing in, and for me that is key.

    Below are some of the many things I love about ESO (keeping in mind that I favor PvE and exploration):

    - A beautiful and detailed world with so many little secrets to discover. I have noticed some people complain that the game is not one big open world, but that is because they don't understand that MMOs can't work like that. With so many players running around, the fps would be crippled. And it doesn't matter anyway. Each region has so much to offer. Besides, getting to the next area is a loadscreen away. And with the level of detail they have put into each region, I am sure that we can look forward to future expansions with as much handcrafted care.

    - Complex multi-step quests and slow leveling. Just like in The Elder Scrolls single player.

    - The water: Beautiful clear water. I love riding my horse along the beaches, and splashing through the shallows. :)

    - Exploring beaches: The beaches are just beautiful and there are chests and secrets to be found.

    - Treasure Maps! (Much like the kind in Red Dead Redemption.)

    - Molag Bal's Anchors: Awesome.

    - Casual "party" system: As a generally solo gamer, I love that boss kills can be shared with those you aren't grouped with.

    - Crafting: Very different from other MMOs and actually useful.

    - Skill system: It is fairly simplistic seeming at first, but there is a great deal of potential in how you can develop your character's skills, as you progress.

    - Full character voice acting.

    - Lore! Books and notes to discover everywhere.

    - Skyshards: Fun to discover, and every three give you a an extra skill point to spend.

    - Thunderstorms: I wandered into an area where it was still sunny but starting to rain a little. And then the sky darkened and thunder began to rumble and the rain poured down. Lovely and atmospheric.

    The game is not perfect. It has it's bugs and animations can be awkward at times. But these barely scratch the surface of my experience. This is a world I really enjoy spending time in, and there is so much to do and see and discover. :)    … Expand
  33. TheRealMalice
    Jul 20, 2014
    10
    10/10 - Superb graphics, music, gameplay, and most of all, it looks and feels well made and highly polished.
    If you like MMOs (especially RPing) then this is the game for you!
    If you want Skyrim, move along, this is NOT it! (Thankfully). The bad scores are from the kids that get to max level in a week and cry they are bored. I've been playing MMOs for well over 10 years now and this is    10/10 - Superb graphics, music, gameplay, and most of all, it looks and feels well made and highly polished.
    If you like MMOs (especially RPing) then this is the game for you!
    If you want Skyrim, move along, this is NOT it! (Thankfully).
    The bad scores are from the kids that get to max level in a week and cry they are bored.
    I've been playing MMOs for well over 10 years now and this is the best one in a long time.
    Haters gonna hate! WoW & WS are that way.... Cheeribye! >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>    … Expand
  34. eariel
    Sep 5, 2014
    10
    Great game. I'm playing from the beta and I still have cravings. This is the best MMO I've played since ages. Unfortunately some bugs still remain but I really love the game, the atmosphere and graphics. The community is very mature and PVP is simply terrific.
  35. redim
    Jul 8, 2014
    10
    This game is amazing,graphic is beautiful,the story is fun,you can create lots of combinaison of class compared to classic mmo.. This game make lots of progress since the release, and the user score is probably because of beta player... This is the best mmorpg ive played. This is not WoW, This is ESO stop comparing both game. I recommend the game if you love Skyrim.
  36. Fineck7
    Jul 23, 2014
    10
    Very unique MMO that does feel a lot like an Elder Scrolls game. Quest, crafting and graphics are the best I have seen in an MMO and the combat is a lot of fun. If you love MMOs as well as the Elder Scrolls series then this is the game for you.
  37. ThuulDaHarn
    Apr 2, 2015
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. If yo. Have enjoyed any elder scrolls games and mmo games this is the perfect game for you! For me, this is the first MMO game I have played and I am really looking forward to playing again. I havent played it since the beta and this is because the sub fee was a little too expensive, I am buying the imperial edition for my birthday on the 12th. I remember the game being great. It overwhelmed me when I took my first steps in the game. The first thing you see is the character creation menu and you can go really in depth about your character. Just like any elder scrolls game you start in a prison.

    Here's the over all rating for ME personally: TESO is a really great game and I definitely recommend it. If I had to give it a rating I will give it a number of around 9/10. On the downside there are some glitches and bugs which is to be expected in a game so new and populated, the game was amazing when I played it and I think it will be way better today.
    P.S: Frame rates WILL drop in the towns and cities where more people are, just like any other MMO
    I hope you found my review helpful :)    … Expand
  38. Vertran187
    Apr 19, 2014
    8
    I normally hate MMOs i played WOW up to through to Cata expansion and then got sick of it ive tryed pretty much every new release that has come out its fair to say ESO is the best MMO since WOW for sure.

    The games quest are far more interesting and it all feels like its part of one huge story like a single player game which is really well done. The leveling and customization is a huge    I normally hate MMOs i played WOW up to through to Cata expansion and then got sick of it ive tryed pretty much every new release that has come out its fair to say ESO is the best MMO since WOW for sure.

    The games quest are far more interesting and it all feels like its part of one huge story like a single player game which is really well done. The leveling and customization is a huge improvement there so many choices and option to choose from to create the character you want.
    The graphics are great very clear and beautiful at times it makes you want to explore the world and hunt don all the shards.
    My biggest problem is the map system it can be confusing knowing where to go the compass worked fine in Skyrim but not here they should implement a mini map.
    Combat has some really good idea but only 5 skills at a time is lame it need to be 8-10 and it needs refining id prefer auto attacks once you engage in combat rather than mouse clicks.

    The game has huge potential it feels like it released a little to early the over all quality is far better than WOW it just needs some polish I think the foundations are but its just of the mark at the moment still it could very soon become the best MMO out there but there some work to do much better than SWTOR and GW2.    … Expand
  39. RuyKann
    Apr 25, 2014
    8
    Some early bugs that have inspired some negative reviews but the game is just getting better and better. It is beautifully designed and the new 12 player team modes are supper cool and make the game much more dynamic. Not higher than an 8/10 because they should have taken a bit more time to make the release bug free. If you like Skyrim you'll probably like ESO.
  40. ChrisMattar
    May 9, 2014
    9
    The game is really amazing, the visuals are stunning, quests for the most part are really fun, Im a huge Elder Scrolls fan and Im loving each bit of it. NOW, if you notice all the people giving this great game a 0 which immediately discredits their opinions, and if you read what they say there are 3 kinds of naysayers:

    1. I HATE THIS GAME BECAUSE I WANNA REACH THE END FAST! Cries one    The game is really amazing, the visuals are stunning, quests for the most part are really fun, Im a huge Elder Scrolls fan and Im loving each bit of it. NOW, if you notice all the people giving this great game a 0 which immediately discredits their opinions, and if you read what they say there are 3 kinds of naysayers:

    1. I HATE THIS GAME BECAUSE I WANNA REACH THE END FAST! Cries one guy here, he complains that it takes to long to level, and sometimes quests have multiple steps OH NOES! That's horrible, you actually have to PLAY THE GAME. I feel your pain, you just want to reach cap level in 2 days and if you could skip the whole game you would, well, maybe you should!
    This game as many, is supposed to be played for the pleasure of enjoying it and discovering, not to skip your way thru a speed run to the end, it is all about Story immersion and discovery.
    Oh and lets not forget the followup QQ, there is no endgame content! Boohoo!
    The content as is is humongous and you were complaining about the leveling being to slow, so you did ever trick in the book to boost your XP and skip every story and conversation, so you can reach the game's end in a week and be some sort of oily haired hero sitting in his room and boasting to people you will never meet how awesome you are, then comes the realization that hey there is nothing to do now. Idiotic companies, they should hire a team the size of a country to make so much content that even you can swallow even if it costs a billion dollars and although you wont even see 1% of it because you'll be in a competition with your invisible friend to reach the finish line. you should play a racing game if that's your goal, he who complains about no endgame this early after release is no meant to play MMORPGs because his brain cannot possibly understand what its about. You know that when u see these words, its someone at the rock bottom of ignorance on the other side of the monitor.

    2. I HATE THIS GAME BECAUSE THERE ARE BUGSSSSS THEREFORE ITS THE WORST GAME EVER MADE ZERO!! Yeah an mmo with bugs at release, we should sue them for insulting us. its not like its an immense game with millions of quests npc conversations players intertwined. IT should work flawlessly form day one. That's a great argument! Because all other MMOs came out flawless! Its true what they say that people forget all the bad experiences and remember only the good. Makes for Nice survival instinct but horrible gaming opinions.

    I HATE THIS GAME BECAUSE ITS NOT SKYRIM OR NOT WORLD OF WARCRAFT! Well, Skyrim is a diffent game and a single player one, you want to show us how to make a SP game in an MMO word that feels the same and has the same choice/consequence system, that's a billion dollar idea, now all you have to do is unglue your ass form that poor chair and go create that game. Until then, treat them as separate games and great ones. Close your eyes, hold your breath, and separate the two in your mind.
    As for WoW its still there last time i checked, so.. no need to rage, save your money and invest in a panda, don't even bother with other games, ever. WoW is the best there is so why you even bother? and bother the rest of us. You are scared and annoyed by new concepts you dont understand them, its outside of your comfort zone, you wanna keep your same keyboard mapping, you are so brave and adventurous. Solution as mentioned above, take a chill pill and stay where u are. Dont move! you might get uncomfortable with progress. Order your cheese burger the new expansion is right around the corner.

    This game is great, its fun, it's entertaining, it oozes quality and its immerse. Sure it has issues but that's more than normal at this stage. The people that fall in the above group use those same excuses every game they play, because the problem isn't in the games, the problems are in their lives and heads.    … Expand
  41. Wolfmoon2682
    Nov 30, 2014
    10
    It's so sad that Skyrim fanboys have dragged this game through the mud! It's a wonderful mmorpg! It's NOT Skyrim online! To be fair there was a lot of hatered surrounding the game since it was announced by people who thought it should never be made. Well if you can wrap your head around the fact that this is an MMORPG and not a single player TES game there is no reason to not like it.It's so sad that Skyrim fanboys have dragged this game through the mud! It's a wonderful mmorpg! It's NOT Skyrim online! To be fair there was a lot of hatered surrounding the game since it was announced by people who thought it should never be made. Well if you can wrap your head around the fact that this is an MMORPG and not a single player TES game there is no reason to not like it.

    It breaks away from traditional WoW garbage like stareing at cooldowns and DPS charts. It's more about action than waiting for some scripted raid boss to pop it's ability. It offers the freedom of exploration in a gorgeous world with deep lore and a great storyline. Amazing PvP and crafting. This is a great mmorpg so ignore the haters!    … Expand
  42. dsheik
    May 25, 2014
    9
    In all honesty this game felt like a bit of a let down right at first,but once I got past "this isnt Skyrim" and just played it its pretty fun. If you compare it to a MMO i think its really good. If you try to play it as a Morrowwind, Oblivion, Skyrim game its not going to live up to that single player RPG experience. I find it funner to play then the other supposedly top MMOs outIn all honesty this game felt like a bit of a let down right at first,but once I got past "this isnt Skyrim" and just played it its pretty fun. If you compare it to a MMO i think its really good. If you try to play it as a Morrowwind, Oblivion, Skyrim game its not going to live up to that single player RPG experience. I find it funner to play then the other supposedly top MMOs out there. With updates and expansions it will only get better. I think the low scores dont reflect the true overall play of the game. Wow, GW, Lotro, ive played a lot of them for long durations. I dont see how those are rated highly and TES online isnt. This is better, but if your not into MMOs then skip it and wait for the next great single player RPG. This does play closer to that then the other MMOs though.… Expand
  43. KingGTO
    Jun 26, 2014
    8
    ESO is a great game for fans of the franchise, and a very good game for those new to the lore of Tamriel and the Elder Scrolls series. The biggest failing of ESO, that’s clearly present in the early feedback on ratings, is the team released the game too early. Since April a ton of work has been done to refine and expand the title, gobs of bugs have been fixed, and the beauty of the titleESO is a great game for fans of the franchise, and a very good game for those new to the lore of Tamriel and the Elder Scrolls series. The biggest failing of ESO, that’s clearly present in the early feedback on ratings, is the team released the game too early. Since April a ton of work has been done to refine and expand the title, gobs of bugs have been fixed, and the beauty of the title is really showing through.

    The game looks absolutely stunning, matching the tradition of open world graphics being a key feature of the franchise, but in an MMO environment. The amount of content is huge, both in terms of land and quests and dungeon delves, as well as with surrounding content from NPC’s and books. If you’re a fan of the lore in the series you’ll definitely enjoy the appearance of many famous characters and plot turns.

    Audio is wonderful, and I’m frankly amazed at how the team continues to improve audio by adding many more sounds and environmental music. Like WoW before it, the little touches really add up. As an example, casting a defensive shell around your player in combat actually muffles and changes the sounds coming through that magic shield to you. Also, tons of quest text is covered with voice overs.

    The combat is ESO is more visceral than I am used to in MMO’s. Moving from DAoC, to WoW, to CoH and other MMO’s has steadily ramped up the notion of real-time combat engagement that doesn’t feel restrained by client server communication. In ESO, melee classes and casting classes alike need to move around, and they can block and interrupt spells. The tactile game feedback with a subtle UI is well done.

    Probably the most distinctive “feature” of ESO is it’s openness to character creation. You really do have a viable road to cultivating a unique customized character that can break away from cookie cutter MMO personas (heavy armor tank, cloth only casters, etc.). You have the tools to mix and match spells, armor, weapons and engagement techniques in a very flexible way. And it works, just like in the solo games.

    As a type of player, I’m an “explorer”, freakish in how I like to go everywhere, do everything, and eat up all the content. I play a large number of characters; I hoard recipes and do a bunch of crafting, and I create an “ecosystem” amongst them. I collect tons of stuff, read all of the books, and open way too many containers. I look behind waterfalls, and I climb cliffs to reach chests. In ESO, I am well rewarded.

    Like Rift, ESO lets you easily form up without requiring grouping for some world content (i.e. overcoming “anchors” and waves of mobs). The game adds in open dungeon delves where characters easily work together to overcome challenges without having to group. But for content requiring groups, the UI is clunky and hurtful. ESO is still struggling to find a refined set of grouping tools vs. UI vs. content.

    I haven’t experienced the PvP yet, but from my friends that are very strong in this area of MMO gaming, the feedback has been quite good. My assumption is that some of the grouping issues in the main world plague the ease of use in PvP, but I rarely hear about it, and that’s conjecture on my part. I am looking forward to the longer term “campaigns” that go on for days, but am still focusing time outside of PvP.

    If you’re looking for a beautiful MMO that has a lot to offer and a team that is clearly continuing to invest a ton of development and content work into making the game better and better, ESO is a great place to be. I’ve spent a ton of time in MMO’s over the years, and for me, ESO is a keeper. Great fun.    … Expand
  44. AestheticRoy
    Apr 23, 2014
    10
    I'm gonna keep this short & simple, DO NOT listen to these negative reviews. These are all just a bunch of picky players who obviously don't have patience with starting bugs, the bots, the sub fee cause most of you are cheap & the slow leveling. This game has so much potential & apart from that it's still an epic game. If you are a fan of Realistic feeling MMO's & Elder Scrolls series youI'm gonna keep this short & simple, DO NOT listen to these negative reviews. These are all just a bunch of picky players who obviously don't have patience with starting bugs, the bots, the sub fee cause most of you are cheap & the slow leveling. This game has so much potential & apart from that it's still an epic game. If you are a fan of Realistic feeling MMO's & Elder Scrolls series you WILL fall for this game. I have played WoW & Gw2 & this game makes just draws you foward like no other MMO has ever done. A+ A+ A+… Expand
  45. Icejoka
    Apr 23, 2014
    10
    Great game, literally the closest ive seen to play it your own way, the pvp is fun the pve is harsh and very very entertaining at end game.
    The quest lines make you want to play more, and although they do occasionally bug so do all mmo's at launch, it's silly to assume they don't WoW still has bugs a decade on.
    The game is very good and easily worth a playthrough, the new content    Great game, literally the closest ive seen to play it your own way, the pvp is fun the pve is harsh and very very entertaining at end game.
    The quest lines make you want to play more, and although they do occasionally bug so do all mmo's at launch, it's silly to assume they don't WoW still has bugs a decade on.

    The game is very good and easily worth a playthrough, the new content adventure zones look amazing. It's not an elder scrolls offline game, they are just a different type but it's a good transfer to mmo for sure.    … Expand
  46. Jezirah
    Apr 28, 2014
    10
    I love it.

    I have played it until now about 250 hours and just hit Level 50... so much more to find and explore...
    No review can show you whether you like it or not.
  47. Phix105
    Jul 16, 2014
    10
    I love the story and all the quests are voice acted. I love the looks of the game. I like it more than any MMO I have ever played and I have played most of them. Its all a matter of tastes of course but I would highly recommend this game to anybody that likes good graphics and a good story. Its getting even better as time goes by.
  48. Bruroz
    Nov 9, 2014
    10
    This game is really really good. I'm so glad I purchased it and didn't listen to all the bad hype. Having played wow since vanilla and gw2 since launch this game truly blows away my expectations of a mmorpg . YES THIS IS A MMORPG. It's got some really nice similarities to skyrim but in a mmorpg style. I find the graphics amazing, the questing the best ever. The crafting system isThis game is really really good. I'm so glad I purchased it and didn't listen to all the bad hype. Having played wow since vanilla and gw2 since launch this game truly blows away my expectations of a mmorpg . YES THIS IS A MMORPG. It's got some really nice similarities to skyrim but in a mmorpg style. I find the graphics amazing, the questing the best ever. The crafting system is the best I've seen. Don't listen to the bad hype if you played mmorpgs this is one not to pass up. I'm so glad I didn't. I actually bought it for the pvp content because that is all I do, but this game has brought a nice reminder of how questing used to be enjoyable. Exploration was so fun in wow when I first played it and unlike gw2 this game has brought that spark I've been looking for. Don't get me wrong gw2 is a terrific game but non comparable to eso in anyway.… Expand
  49. Cengor
    Apr 16, 2014
    10
    Worst subscription system ever seen on an online game. Whatever, while i was downloading, I accidentally selected American Server except Europe and all the 20 gb of download suddenly erased. Downloading the whole game again.
  50. Kizdaen
    Apr 28, 2014
    10
    This is the perfect MMO. I wasn't a huge fan of the elder scrolls series or anything, but I had tried oblivion and skyrim and enjoyed them a great deal. I am however a huge fan of MMOs and have been ever since the first time I logged into everquest shortly after picking up a copy of ruins of kunark. And this game recaptures some of the same awe I had when I first realized online gaming wasThis is the perfect MMO. I wasn't a huge fan of the elder scrolls series or anything, but I had tried oblivion and skyrim and enjoyed them a great deal. I am however a huge fan of MMOs and have been ever since the first time I logged into everquest shortly after picking up a copy of ruins of kunark. And this game recaptures some of the same awe I had when I first realized online gaming was a thing.
    I suspect that due to skyrims popularity there will be some first time mmo'ers so I'm trying to keep that in mind as I write this review.
    The first thing I noticed were the graphics: very high quality visuals with all the wonder of the nirn you've seen before but with new areas to explore and new wonders to discover. The lighting effects and shadows are nothing short of breathtaking. I literally gasped the first time I saw a sunshaft coming through a broken window.
    Combat is done amazingly well. I play a tank and the feeling you get the first time you successfully bash an npc out of a heavy attack and then knock them down with one of your own, that's just rewarding. Far superior to the auto attack system used in other games.
    Leveling up is a lot of fun too with quests that engage you in the world and present you with decisions that effect the world around you. And I'm not talking in just the immediate sense of "throw this bucket of water and that fire goes out" although that is present, I'm talking in the "you find out this quest giver is a traitor to her people, should she be given an opportunity at redemption, or be exiled or executed, and the choice you make doesn't just effect the end of that quest but it effects all the interactions you have with that tribe or city afterward .
    This game is truly the best mmo on the market and I could talk about it indefinitely.
    I'm giving it a perfect 10.

    Kizdaen Gix
    NA megaserver    … Expand
  51. invizo
    Apr 22, 2014
    9
    For TES lore lovers and Graphics enthusiasts this game is a masterpiece. For this newer generation of gamer that prefers LoL, Plants and Zombies, and other crap Indies this is not for you. Only reason I don't give a 10 is for the bugs/hiccups
  52. Dragon_Fly
    May 29, 2014
    9
    I am updating my review from a 5 to a 9. Just over the past week they added in new content and upped the levels to Veteran 12. They also made all of the NPC's in Cyrodil Veteran 5 on steroids. It completely changed the entire tactics needed to win in PvP. Lots of players XP grind their way to Vet 12 in about a week killing fast spawning bosses in groups. Due to the level out of LevelsI am updating my review from a 5 to a 9. Just over the past week they added in new content and upped the levels to Veteran 12. They also made all of the NPC's in Cyrodil Veteran 5 on steroids. It completely changed the entire tactics needed to win in PvP. Lots of players XP grind their way to Vet 12 in about a week killing fast spawning bosses in groups. Due to the level out of Levels and a groups organized tactics, players can still put a hurting on the competition despite superior numbers against them... It has made PvP a bit more of a Guerrilla style of combat. PvP is now incredible. But, expect to have to use Voice Coms to get into the Successful Groups in PvP; at the very least expect to have Teamspeak to Listen to the battle plan. Otherwise you will be the first one kicked from these groups no matter where you go; it's a mutual need for all raid leaders in game to fill the entire group with Teamspeak players. One player who doesn't know what is going on in Teamspeak can get an entire group killed.

    There is still a lot of lagging issues within the game; All 3 factions effectively broke the Wabbajack Server for a day.; but it will improve once the Devs work out all of the bugs they created with the new expansion. Also, if PvP is something that excites you, then this game is just for you. But be warned, every class has the ability to win just by getting off the first shot; unless you are a tank. Tanks can be a nightmare in this game too; they are definitely not weak in the realm of DPS. Sorcerers can still shred a tank if the tank ignores them...    … Expand
  53. coeus2k
    May 9, 2014
    9
    Loved Skyrim and hate Warcraft. This game will do for me. I like that you can still play as a solo player but join in multiplayer if needed. Only on lvl 7 so still getting used to it but for me.. though the graphics are a lower level than Skyrim its still marvelous. A good all round game.. pricey though (but I'm quite rich).
  54. HulluMunkki
    Jul 19, 2015
    10
    The Elder Scrolls Online may be the best MMORPG game out right now. I love ESO in many ways. It's fun to play Elder Scrolls with your friends. PvP is absolutely amazing and new I haven't seen anything like it before. After Tamriel Unlimited game bacme B2P (Buy to Play) which is great thing in my opinion! Graphics of the game are great. You are able to make your character just the way youThe Elder Scrolls Online may be the best MMORPG game out right now. I love ESO in many ways. It's fun to play Elder Scrolls with your friends. PvP is absolutely amazing and new I haven't seen anything like it before. After Tamriel Unlimited game bacme B2P (Buy to Play) which is great thing in my opinion! Graphics of the game are great. You are able to make your character just the way you want to. Character creation is pretty. They are adding New areas like Imperial City and Orsinium. The best thing is that you may find something that reminds you from the times when you were playing Morrowind, Skyrim, Oblivion or any previous Elder Scroll. It was just absolutely amazing to see that some of the buildings are very similar to the buildings in previous games! I don't regret any spent hours in eso.… Expand
  55. Tahoenvy
    Nov 17, 2014
    9
    ESO has set the benchmark for MMO graphics, they are GORGEOUS. I'm played every MMO out there since EQ in 99, some for only a few hours because they were so bad, some for years. Elder scrolls just blew me away with their innovative graphics. Bethesda is by far the best game company there is. Well worth the cost of the software and the monthly subscription. As a matter of fact I preferESO has set the benchmark for MMO graphics, they are GORGEOUS. I'm played every MMO out there since EQ in 99, some for only a few hours because they were so bad, some for years. Elder scrolls just blew me away with their innovative graphics. Bethesda is by far the best game company there is. Well worth the cost of the software and the monthly subscription. As a matter of fact I prefer the sub games so you don't have to deal with so many DB's… Expand
  56. morro
    Jul 11, 2015
    10
    One of the best games I ever played. I'm a 35 years old Belgian. I'm a little biased because I've been playing The Elders Srolls 3 : Morrowind for years, and ESO seems to capture this atmospheric ambience I couldn't find in any other game. Bethesda/Zenimax seems to have adressed the complaints that were made by fans when Oblivion and Skyrim came out :

    - Oblivion and Skyrim had their    One of the best games I ever played. I'm a 35 years old Belgian. I'm a little biased because I've been playing The Elders Srolls 3 : Morrowind for years, and ESO seems to capture this atmospheric ambience I couldn't find in any other game. Bethesda/Zenimax seems to have adressed the complaints that were made by fans when Oblivion and Skyrim came out :

    - Oblivion and Skyrim had their gameplay oversimplified to appeal to a wider audience. ESO on the other hand has even deeper and more complex game mechanics than Morrowind.
    - ESO has open cities : no more loadscreen between wilderness and city or village. This makes a huge difference. It even has open houses that didn't even exist in Morrowind.
    - Possibilities of fast travelling have been greatly reduced : this forces you to take walking distances into account when you decide what to do next.
    - Separated armor slots for pauldrons and belts
    - Morrowind-style fog : you don't see the landscape very well beyond a certain distance. This increases the impression of distance when going from one place to the other. That with a nice DoF shader effect gives very impressive and mysterious distance effects.
    - Giant mushrooms, floating netches, guars, distorted trees that looks just like the ones from Morrowind.
    - Also absent in Oblivion/Skyrim : Mage and Fighter Guilds !
    - For character creation, you don't have as many face sliders compared to Skyrim but you get now bodysliders (shoulders, chest, gut, waist, hips, legs) !
    - No more console-oriented user interface, ESO was designed for PC interface.

    I play ESO as a single player RPG experience, but I find it nice to have other players around even if I don't talkt to them. That might change in the future, I'm new to MMO's. This MMO thing has some disadvantages regarding item management (you cannot store items in a barrel, you need to use the bank, etc.) but that's not too bad.

    All in all I see this game as a real Elder Scrolls game with great visuals, updated combat system (which is really great) and multiplayer options.

    Please note I've been playing ESO for 2 weeks, up to 10 hours every day. That makes around 140 hours. In Morrowind, 140 hours brings you to 1/3 of the game's content, in Oblivion you see more than 100% of the game in 140 hours. In Skyrim I would say 140 hours makes 70% of the games content. In ESO, I think I've seen 15% of the game : I've made 2 breton characters up to level 13, I've explored the breton starting map twice (Glenumbra + 2 small attended islands) and that's all. There a 6 or 7 other maps of this size, not counting the PvP elements. ESO is incredibly huge in terms of size and content.

    If you're a long time fan of the series, you have to play this game. I dont understand the bad reviews it got. Maybe the game has changed a lot since its release.    … Expand
  57. wildbear247
    Sep 7, 2016
    9
    Been playing this game for a little over one year. Initially I gave this game a 6 because there were some key elements that were missing/flawed, and the the developers were mostly quiet about if/when they planned to address these elements. Missing/flawed elements included things like changing character appearance, changing character race, improving loot drops, fixing PvP lag, no PvPBeen playing this game for a little over one year. Initially I gave this game a 6 because there were some key elements that were missing/flawed, and the the developers were mostly quiet about if/when they planned to address these elements. Missing/flawed elements included things like changing character appearance, changing character race, improving loot drops, fixing PvP lag, no PvP dueling or other small scale PvP features, etc. Thankfully the developer has addressed all of the areas above (including adding other good and unexpected features) and the game continues to evolve and get better. I'm bumping my score from a 6 to a 9 in response. The developer could still improve on interacting with the player base in a more transparent way, so I'm withholding the 10 rating until I see that happen.… Expand
  58. Addax13
    Aug 12, 2014
    10
    Talk about just loving a game. Everyone else has gone into all of the pros and cons, so I won't. But after about 103 hours, I just had to say something in behalf of this game. I have a pretty decent computer to play it on, but the zones and dungeons look better than any other MMO I've played and are just so fun. It gets my vote for game of the year.
  59. Costs1129
    Mar 15, 2015
    10
    I keep flipping between hate and love, but I think I have ultimately landed on love. The 1.6 patch really built a fun dynamic. You have high dps with active defense or moderate dps with passive defense. The variety in pvp has grown a lot. This game has found a nice stride and the devs seem to really care about at least letting us know they are listening.
  60. Beaveri
    Nov 8, 2014
    10
    One of my favourite games! I have always played elder scroll games since Morrowind. ESO offers frequently new content. I like both PVP & PVE. Interesting quests.
  61. flex12
    Apr 22, 2014
    8
    Not the ordinary MMO i would say. Free to explore as you wish, good Quests who do not feel like grindish (ex.: kill 20 of those), fun fighting system (active fighting, blocking).
    Overall i've played tons of MMO's and this is one of the better ones. Although there is at the moment little to none group content. Let's see if Zenimax adds these in upcoming patches.
  62. Malak41
    May 5, 2014
    10
    J'ai terminé les zones de ma faction, arriver au niveau 50 on passe automatiquement vétéran 1 et on peut aller jusqu'à vétéran 10 (vétéran 12 avec la nouvelle zone qui arrive dans quelques jours) donc 61 lvl. Déjà, à ce niveau-là (vétéran 3), ce que j'ai vu du jeu était juste immense, vraiment immense est super beau...

    Maintenant je dois faire les zones vétéran, c'est-à-dire faire les    J'ai terminé les zones de ma faction, arriver au niveau 50 on passe automatiquement vétéran 1 et on peut aller jusqu'à vétéran 10 (vétéran 12 avec la nouvelle zone qui arrive dans quelques jours) donc 61 lvl. Déjà, à ce niveau-là (vétéran 3), ce que j'ai vu du jeu était juste immense, vraiment immense est super beau...

    Maintenant je dois faire les zones vétéran, c'est-à-dire faire les maps des deux autres camps (coeur ébène et aldmeri pour moi) et là on en voit même plus le bout tellement c'est immense...

    On peut aussi évoquer Cyrodiil pour le PVP, que dire ? Ben quand on est à cheval au milieu d'une plaine et que l'on regarde sa carte pour voir où il y a de l'action et qu'ensuite on remarque une cinquantaine de cavaliers allier qui se dirige vers un fort ennemi, ben du coup on va avec eux pour participer à la fête, on est en plein seigneur des anneaux 0_0

    Bref, le jeu est très beau, vraiment immense, les quêtes sont scénarisées et parfois bien délirante, le doublage des voix en français est excellent, des milliers de **** livres en français, du monde partout preuve d'un jeu vivant et même bien plus... Des donjon vraiment excellent, le genre et renouveler c'est sûr et c'est juste l'un des meilleurs jeux auquel j'ai joué depuis plusieurs années.

    Donc je n'ai vraiment pas peur de dire que ce jeu est une bombe, vraiment du très très lourd et quand je lis certains commentaires sur certains sites j'ai le sourire, car je me rends compte que parmi les personnes qui critiquent le jeu, pas beaucoup y ont joué. Je n'ai même pas fini les deux autres zones et il me reste beaucoup à faire en cyrodiil...

    Ce jeu est fait pour rester sur la durée et il va clairement y rester.

    Maintenant les points négatifs :

    - Le mégaserveur EU est situé aux USA et ça lag beaucoup. Il faut donc patienter, car le megaserveur va arriver en Europe, mais quand, c'est une autre histoire. Normalement à la sortie du jeu sur console en Juin, mais ça c'est mon avis.

    - Pas mal de BOT (personnage contrôlé par logiciel) qui reste sur des points de pop (d'apparition) de boss de donjon public (pas les donjons de groupe) et qui reste là à taper pour monter en xp et j'imagine que ça doit ramasser automatiquement les objets aussi. (problème de moins en moins fréquent)

    - Des bugs, oui, il y en a eu pas mal, beaucoup ont été corrigés et c'est toujours comme ça à la sortie d'un mmo. Des bugs il en reste et ils seront corrigés à leur tour. Mais comment il ne pourrait pas y avoir de bug franchement ? C'est impossible, le jeu est immense, c'est colossal et on ne peut pas tester à fond ce genre de jeux sans qu'il y ait des milliers de joueurs qui se baladent dessus pour justement identifier les défauts. Un mmorpg de cette qualité et peut-être quatre ou cinq fois plus compliqués à faire qu'un jeu solo, aussi beau et grand soit-il. Aucun bug ne m'a bloqué dans ma progression.

    Franchement c'est le jeu que beaucoup de personnes attendait, on n'est pas dans un lancement foireux d'un mmo quelconque. Les possibilités sont sans fin, on peut devenir vampire ou loup-garou, participé à des batailles épiques genre seigneur des anneaux en pvp, le pve est excellent est vraiment super bien scénarisée, le craft des métiers est vraiment pas mal du tout, toutes les classes sont sympa à jouer, il y en a pour tous les goûts, énormément d'émotes en jeu (pour faire le mort c'est /faint ; ), bref...

    L'un des meilleurs jeux auquel j'ai joué.

    Le meilleur mmorpg auquel j'ai joué.    … Expand
  63. dryerlaw
    Mar 21, 2015
    10
    Started playing after Tamriel Unlimited launch. Liking the game very much. Combat feels satisfying with the new 'feel every blow' feature, and thieving feels good.
  64. highkingnm
    Feb 17, 2016
    8
    Despite the game's very rocky start, it is now an exceptionally strong world. Much of the fault lies in the early world design. Other than Khenarthi's Roost and Auridon (the Aldmeri Dominion start zones) the early world is unimaginative and doesn't grip you. However, upon reaching Level 20 the game's pace picks up greatly and the game finds its feet. The endgame could (and apparently will)Despite the game's very rocky start, it is now an exceptionally strong world. Much of the fault lies in the early world design. Other than Khenarthi's Roost and Auridon (the Aldmeri Dominion start zones) the early world is unimaginative and doesn't grip you. However, upon reaching Level 20 the game's pace picks up greatly and the game finds its feet. The endgame could (and apparently will) be improved upon, but the sheer amount of content available upon finishing the game is immense (the explorable world almost doubles, followed by the addition of another equally sized world). Under subscription I would not have recommended this game, but with copies now available for as little as £10 in some places I highly recommend it. While it may never recover from the ill-conceived payment model it launched with, the current model is excellent and fits in nicely with the world. It is far from faultless. The quest writing is hit and miss: some is excellently written with some great humourous touches and moving parts, others are nonsensical and weak grinding fodder. So called important choices could also be better implemented, the first 40 levels seeing none that actually matter, although those made between levels 40 and 50 in Coldharbour have a big impact on the final couple of missions and it is not just who you side with but how you act that impacts this. Graphics also remain an issue, blotchy textures and poor pop-in hurting the world's beauty. Why an 8 then with this fairly hit and miss reception?
    The world itself is wonderfully realised. Beautiful and massive it feels freeing and open. The depth of each place is huge; even unmarked locations have stories behind them one can dig up and work out if so inclined. Considering it takes hundreds of hours to complete one's original alliance zone, the time to complete all three is considerable, but not unwelcome.
    In short, if you can bag it for under £30 then definitely consider it. If under £15 then it is an absolute must buy considering the pure mileage the game gives and the gloriously crafted world.    … Expand
  65. dublicious
    Sep 8, 2015
    9
    I've really enjoyed this game for over a year. Yes, it was initially very buggy. Yes, the quests can somewhat be uninspired (but some are great). Yes, there were balance issues. That was a year ago, and this is an MMO. This, unfortunately, is how almost every MMO release goes at first.

    Ultimately the game has been seriously improved in the time since release. Endgame (vet dungeons,    I've really enjoyed this game for over a year. Yes, it was initially very buggy. Yes, the quests can somewhat be uninspired (but some are great). Yes, there were balance issues. That was a year ago, and this is an MMO. This, unfortunately, is how almost every MMO release goes at first.

    Ultimately the game has been seriously improved in the time since release. Endgame (vet dungeons, trials) are awesome and that's where you spend most of your time in MMOs. If you want a rewarding grind, you won't get it. It's just not in this MMO's genes. If you want Skyrim 2, there's absolutely no reason you should have expected that.

    The only major gripe I have is the constant cycle of buffs/nerfs. Unfortunately though, that's the state of MMOs in 2015. One group feels insulted and slighted on a personal level when they don't win all the time so they complain loud enough that things get "rebalanced". Then the group that's been nerfed feels slighted and whines until it's rebalanced again. This goes on constantly but ultimately they're not huge changes that impact the game unless you PvP.

    As if it needs to be said, do not come here expecting a game you will get the most out of as a single player only. This is an MMO, not a single player game with some multiplayer. You really should interact with people. You should join a guild and run group dungeons. This is by far the best part of the game. Solo quests are a means to an end, and the end is a ton of fun with friends.

    On to PvP: I don't generally PvP, so when I do it only lasts until I die a lot and wind up frustrated because I don't have a PvP build and just don't spend a ton of time improving myself to do it, so I'm OK with it. However, the time I have spent has been fun a lot of the time. The PvP/PvE mixed Imperial City is a lot of fun IMO, but you're going to want to find a big group in peak hours otherwise you will be zerged.

    TLDR (but still kinda long it turns out): if you wanted Skyrim 2, look elsewhere. This is an MMO which is at its core, and by necessity cannot be exactly the same as a single-player-only RPG. People who started WoW 2 years in after they worked out their kinks and who think that WoW is the first/best MMO ever may lead you to believe the game is terrible. IMO, they're wrong. It's just new. And it's already way better than it was at release.    … Expand
  66. Woodani
    Nov 30, 2016
    10
    If you're trying to decide if you want to try this game do it. Nows the time will all the patches and new content and especially the one Tamriel update this game is amazing. Weather you are a fan of MMOs or a fan of the elder scrolls series your bound to enjoy eso. Don't go into it expecting it to play just like skyrim. But it's similar enough you'll feel at home. The quests are reallyIf you're trying to decide if you want to try this game do it. Nows the time will all the patches and new content and especially the one Tamriel update this game is amazing. Weather you are a fan of MMOs or a fan of the elder scrolls series your bound to enjoy eso. Don't go into it expecting it to play just like skyrim. But it's similar enough you'll feel at home. The quests are really where it's at for a player like me. With basically unlimited quests to do. You can always find something in eso.… Expand
  67. WestLil0
    Jun 29, 2015
    10
    The more I play this game the more I love it. It's the first time I've given any game a 10, including Skyrim which was my #1 until ESO came out. The developers have done such a fantastic job. I mean, look at a Dragonknight character whose heart is beating through his transparent chest. Look at a tremendous healer who is totally immovable and continues to heal the teammates. Or play on yourThe more I play this game the more I love it. It's the first time I've given any game a 10, including Skyrim which was my #1 until ESO came out. The developers have done such a fantastic job. I mean, look at a Dragonknight character whose heart is beating through his transparent chest. Look at a tremendous healer who is totally immovable and continues to heal the teammates. Or play on your own, it's your choice. You will make friends online and do quests and dungeons together, or you can simply do the quests on your own (although some are so difficult you'd be better off grouping). It's my first MMO and very likely my only MMO. There are some players who have played MMO for years and are not as happy with the way this game works, but for those of us who like challenging quests, beautiful graphics, a community of players who for the very most part are courteous and work together well in teams, and an ongoing seemingly endless opportunity to play a variety of characters, this is a perfect game. I love it and have almost become addicted.… Expand
  68. Arthur111
    Jun 16, 2015
    9
    So I read some reviews, bought the game, played it for a while and now I would like to counter some negative reviews this game gets.
    1. Graphics are great and the game does lag if you set graphics on lower settings. I'm playing on NA server from Europe on ancient GTX9600 and I have no lag outside of PvP.
    2. Team play is the best in this game. You do not need to 'invite' people into your    So I read some reviews, bought the game, played it for a while and now I would like to counter some negative reviews this game gets.
    1. Graphics are great and the game does lag if you set graphics on lower settings. I'm playing on NA server from Europe on ancient GTX9600 and I have no lag outside of PvP.
    2. Team play is the best in this game. You do not need to 'invite' people into your group to do quests. You bump into someone, run along, kill what you need to kill and you both get the reward.
    3. Crafting is very complex relative to other games. If you are good with numbers you will enjoy it, but lesser minds will struggle, which is good IMO.
    4. The game feels and plays like the Elder Scrolls. The younger players who only played Skyrim will find it a bit different and those who still remember Morrowind map by heart will find it different as well. Of course they had to compromise to make it work, but they did it well.
    5. The game is great to play solo. At the same time, the population of the server I am on is quite high making me wish there were less people for me to get more ore deposits sometimes.
    6. The world is big and distances are huge, but wayshrines reduce travel times to nothing! They work Diablo II - style. No more sleeping on the keyboard while flying around the map from one point to another. Amazing...

    I hope this helps you to make an informed decision about purchasing the game. As to myself, I never regretted buying it for a second.    … Expand
  69. colindapieman
    May 6, 2015
    10
    Easily the best MMO I've played and one of the best ES games. Don't listen to the people that are trying to compare this to the previous games, as if they had made skyrim literally an MMO, or skyrim with co-op. That is not what this i, and if you review it as such, you will only be dissappointed as many others have.

    Now if we review it as an MMO, that all changes. Since becoming B2P,    Easily the best MMO I've played and one of the best ES games. Don't listen to the people that are trying to compare this to the previous games, as if they had made skyrim literally an MMO, or skyrim with co-op. That is not what this i, and if you review it as such, you will only be dissappointed as many others have.

    Now if we review it as an MMO, that all changes. Since becoming B2P, the game has minor micro-transactions that are absolutely non-freemium/paytowin. Seriously there's like 5 pets and a few weak potions.

    Gameplay wise, it's magnificent how much of the ElderScrolls they've managed to cram into the thing. Lorewise, it's incredible. 80% of Tamriel is explorable and there's lore all throughout. The environment is one of the most beautifully crafted in any game, so much more so than the massive amount of re-used assets in Skyrim. There's sneaking, stealing, magic, melee, all the armors, bows, etc... that you would expect from an ESO game, but now with raiding, guilds, and trading you expect with an MMO.

    In general, I've played many MMOs, and I could never get into any of them. The ESO is my favorite MMO, and just as good as any previous games of the series, but not the same type at all.    … Expand
  70. kuroo
    May 16, 2015
    8
    When I first played ESO, the game was pretty buggy and it wasn't worth it mainly because of the price: 50€ and then 15€ subscription every month, I stopped playing like a month after release.

    A few weeks ago I started to play again since it doesn't require a monthly payment anymore and I noticed the game improved immensely, one of the best game experiences I've ever had, quests don't    When I first played ESO, the game was pretty buggy and it wasn't worth it mainly because of the price: 50€ and then 15€ subscription every month, I stopped playing like a month after release.

    A few weeks ago I started to play again since it doesn't require a monthly payment anymore and I noticed the game improved immensely, one of the best game experiences I've ever had, quests don't require grinding, voice acting is a thing, lore and story are engaging, crafting is fun so is PVP and PVE (Some dungeons need a bit more of work although).

    I agree with some users who say that the game is not 100% Multiplayer since you can do a lot of things on your own, but that is a good thing from my perspective.

    Controls feel close to the average Elder Scrolls game, even tho physics are not the same.

    On main towns the game tends to lag a little bit, the good thing is that you don't have to spend much time there.

    Add-ons are an amazing thing, and I've only seen it in WoW (And something similar on EVE Online, where you can edit the Overview). They fill some gaps the game has, and others add pretty good features that make the whole experience smoother.

    I like the idea of multiplayer MMORPGs but the ones I played seem to be copying WoW (EVE not included), which is a game I personally don't like.

    To finish, if you like the idea of an MMORPG based on Tamriel with a few features from the TES games, this is your thing.    … Expand
  71. nimander99
    Jun 11, 2015
    10
    Though I can understand the initial reviews from launch in April 2014 it is time for critics to readdress this game. I have been playing mmorpg's since text based moo's, mush's, and mud's and every graphical iteration since and this game is far and away the best mmorpg to date (IMHO).
    Do not expect this to be Skyrim 2 though, after all it is an mmo not a single player rpg. The graphics    Though I can understand the initial reviews from launch in April 2014 it is time for critics to readdress this game. I have been playing mmorpg's since text based moo's, mush's, and mud's and every graphical iteration since and this game is far and away the best mmorpg to date (IMHO).
    Do not expect this to be Skyrim 2 though, after all it is an mmo not a single player rpg. The graphics are great! The interface is almost exactly like Skyrim and best yet it gives us a peek at 2nd era Tamriel! As far as quests go, there is no fetch/kill-kill/fetch lazy quests in this game, you choices have an impact on future quests! Every single quest is voice acted which I honestly expect from games today.
    The unlimited character progression i.e the Champion System is perfect for a guy like me that wants to progress his character forever and the Justice System was a MUST ADD for this to truly be an Elder Scrolls experience.
    Console release was on June 9th so now is the time to get into the game! I hope I see you all in Tamriel soon...    … Expand
  72. BlackBear1994
    Jun 16, 2015
    10
    Excellent online gameplay and fluid combat. The graphics are what you can really expect from a 2014 MMO and the PVP full of intensity. Love it! While it had a rocky launch it has improved so much and is definitely one of the best MMOs currently out there.
  73. Mashille
    Jun 11, 2015
    9
    This game is a very well done mixture of normal Elder Scrolls games with an MMO. The world is beautiful with great open expanses with, probably, the best lighting system I have ever seen in a game. The combat is Dynamic and skill based which involves movement and is very well done and extremely fun and addictive. ALL characters are fully voiced and all have their own story to tell withThis game is a very well done mixture of normal Elder Scrolls games with an MMO. The world is beautiful with great open expanses with, probably, the best lighting system I have ever seen in a game. The combat is Dynamic and skill based which involves movement and is very well done and extremely fun and addictive. ALL characters are fully voiced and all have their own story to tell with some great detail in quests, caves and dungeons. A very good community. End game dungeons and raids are very good for MMO players to enjoy with a massive amount of content. Over 300 hours easily.

    Although the game is not like it's predecessors and single player elder scrolls games ti still has the feel of one. being able to go into first person with vast open zones. Although there is not as much freedom in exploration as in Skyrim, it is still very good and rewarding.

    The 'Skill' system is one of the best I have seen in any MMO with the freedom to use any weapon or armor with any class. Classes are also very open and free but all players still have access to deep and meaningful charterer progression.

    The graphics are not as good as 'Next Gen' games but that is due to it being an MMO and for MMO standards the graphics are amazing. Especially when you think about the 200 Vs 200 PvP battles and sieges which are awesome.

    Another great mechanic is the phasing which makes you feel as if you are actually making a difference to the world you are in. A good example of this would be A quest where A city had been overtaken by werewolves and I had to complete an attack to drive them out. After I finished the quest all the werewolves were gone and the city was filled with friendly NPC's.

    Questing is very good with meaningful decisions that can really make you think. Most quest progression is shared although not all quest progression is shared so at some points your group members will be separated from you until they get to the same point in the quest. However this does not take away from the greatness of the game. The main story is engaging with interesting characters and fun missions.

    Overall the game is definitely worth a buy for most people and is definitely worth a buy.    … Expand
  74. mrjoey
    Jul 2, 2015
    10
    One word to describe this masterpiece? - AMAZING.

    If you liked WoW, D2, Path of Exile, or Skyrim, this will literally be your new favorite game. And while I can't necessarily promise you anything, I guarantee it!

    I could go on and on about how great of a game it is, but I won't. I'll keep it simple and leave it for you to experience the greatness for yourself! : )
  75. Fulgent
    Jun 28, 2015
    10
    I love this game brilliant combat system combined with fun quests makes it a game worth paying for. Its stuffed with content such as brilliant pvp where there's brilliant sieges and cascades of spells and siege weapons on to the foes beneath. Brilliant graphics which makes it more immersive.
    Never forget this is NOT skyrim co-op but an MMO. No Ptw at all just buy once and play no    I love this game brilliant combat system combined with fun quests makes it a game worth paying for. Its stuffed with content such as brilliant pvp where there's brilliant sieges and cascades of spells and siege weapons on to the foes beneath. Brilliant graphics which makes it more immersive.
    Never forget this is NOT skyrim co-op but an MMO. No Ptw at all just buy once and play no subscription. A good story and lore.    … Expand
  76. flameborne
    Jun 18, 2015
    10
    I've never been moved to write a review, but this game has just been way too undeservedly criticized. The creators of ESO did an amazing job! Granted when it first came out it was unbalanced and less than perfect, but they have made significant improvements to the whole system since then, and now it is an amazing game! It is mind blowingly huge, fun to explore, the combat is intuitive, theI've never been moved to write a review, but this game has just been way too undeservedly criticized. The creators of ESO did an amazing job! Granted when it first came out it was unbalanced and less than perfect, but they have made significant improvements to the whole system since then, and now it is an amazing game! It is mind blowingly huge, fun to explore, the combat is intuitive, the storyline and side quests are engaging - it is a great game.… Expand
  77. MicahMahaffey
    Jun 20, 2018
    10
    The game has come a long way, dont listen to any of the old reviews, the games changed SO MUCH! Its way better now! BEST Elder Scrolls out, and easily the BEST MMO
  78. mofoleone
    Aug 31, 2016
    10
    I really liked this game upon launch and felt really good to play something else than WoW for a change.
    People gave bad critics because they didn't want/couldn't afford monthly subs mostly, PVP is amazing PVE is fun, countless choices of leveling your char/playing it and amazing crafting system.
    One damn fine game if you ask me.

    If you like Elder Scrolls series get it, it's like 10$ on g2a
  79. The_Garays
    Sep 22, 2015
    8
    I've played lots of MMORPGs and this is one of the best one besides Guild Wars 2.

    You can either choose going on your own and explore vast the world with lots of quests, or you can team up with your mates and go into the PvP that is crazy! How many people can be in there fighting for territories??? The first time I went in I was almost all the time in stealth mode fearing for my life,    I've played lots of MMORPGs and this is one of the best one besides Guild Wars 2.

    You can either choose going on your own and explore vast the world with lots of quests, or you can team up with your mates and go into the PvP that is crazy! How many people can be in there fighting for territories??? The first time I went in I was almost all the time in stealth mode fearing for my life, till I got beheaded by some random guy! Afterwards, I got more confident and started team fighting with my guild, what was pretty awesome when you ambush people that are lost or wondering around.

    You can literally play PvP for weeks and you won't get bored at all, there's always something going on.

    I understand people complaining about this game not being a Skyrim well successor because it focuses on other aspects, which I enjoyed very much the time I played it.

    The controls are very easy to master, they felt natural very fast. The sound and the graphics I would say that they're the best in genre besides Guil Wars 2. And the way you develop your character is really easy and fulfilling, because you see how you get rewarded by using the skills you like to.

    The only thing why I quit playing was the subscription, I don't see why it has to be so high, when there are other MMORPGs that don't charge you any subscription at all.    … Expand
  80. Brittattirb
    Aug 27, 2015
    8
    I've been playing ESO now for the better part of a year. I took a brief break to play the last WoW expansion, but went quickly back to ESO. Now it's free to play! And much less limiting than other sub to F2P MMORPGs that I've tried. All in all I've found ESO to be a bit clunky. Having 5 guilds is cool I guess, but 5 auction houses, 5 guild banks, etc? I think it diminishes the socialI've been playing ESO now for the better part of a year. I took a brief break to play the last WoW expansion, but went quickly back to ESO. Now it's free to play! And much less limiting than other sub to F2P MMORPGs that I've tried. All in all I've found ESO to be a bit clunky. Having 5 guilds is cool I guess, but 5 auction houses, 5 guild banks, etc? I think it diminishes the social aspect of the game in some ways because you lose track of who is who. It's almost too big, and it feels too realistic at times. The characters are a bit plain, the people all a bit haggard, the dye function makes up for some of the gear being less than imaginative, and the combat is interesting. The crafting aspect of the game is ingenious and fun, and you can really do a lot as far as variety between character classes and specs although there are definitely combinations with blatant advantages. I used to hem and haw about the fact you can only have 5 skills slotted until the point was made to me that with only 5 skills, it was impossible to know in a PVP setting how a player would act, and what they would do to thwart you. These days, my free time is very limited and ESO is working for me. I wish they would design a dungeon queue system like WoW,I hardly ever get to a dungeon because I don't have time to look for a group which can be difficult to find. i don't however want epic loot served to me on a silver platter, tired 2004 graphics, or the asshats that frequent WoW. ESO is blessedly lacking in the asshat department.… Expand
  81. kajelis
    Feb 15, 2016
    9
    Ok, I've played this game from Beta. Early on this game was weak, and I did step away from it for a while. I refuse to base my review on this game based on its infancy. It has come a long way from day one and it is MUCH better now than it was in the beginning. The PVE is awesome, yes there are issues. For example; Group finder is not very strong, in all reality its been very weak since dayOk, I've played this game from Beta. Early on this game was weak, and I did step away from it for a while. I refuse to base my review on this game based on its infancy. It has come a long way from day one and it is MUCH better now than it was in the beginning. The PVE is awesome, yes there are issues. For example; Group finder is not very strong, in all reality its been very weak since day one. It's so easy to talk to and meet new people on this game that group finder is not highly necessary. If you don't like to go and talk to random people then you can play the game solo as it can be done by yourself. There are things that need groups to finish, World Bosses are a great example as they aren't easily solo'd.
    Yes, PVP is probably the weakest part of the game. It is better on The non-veteran area is better to pvp on than the veteran areas.
    Changes are being made with each patch or update. This game has been getting better with each update. This game isn't as bad as some people make it out to be. You can't go on the early experience from two years ago. See the game for what it is now. It isn't ridiculously expensive to buy and can be easily picked up for $15. A monthly subscription isn't necessary to enjoy the game and it can only get better.
    Now for the little things.
    Graphics: IMHO this game probably has the best graphics over any MMO i've ever played. Very well done ZOS
    Sound/Music: It's okay, expected from an elder scrolls game. Not great but not bad either.
    Playability: easy to learn, no crazy mechanics to memorize. Can build your character however you want even if it is the worst way to build it.
    Combat: flows well, no cooldowns like your average MMO's. It's a nice change of pace.

    I've been a Elder Scrolls fan ever since I was a kid when I played Arena so I may be slightly biased. I refuse to compare this game to Skyrim since it clearly isn't. I believe that this game is best played on PC since it has the options for add-ons and the graphics are just waaaaay better on the PC as opposed to a PS4 or Xbox1. This game was never made with console gamers in mind and it plays VERY well with a mouse and keyboard. You have regular chat available to you, unlike the consoles, so type away if you want. I personally like to control who I can hear on my headset and use clients like TeamSpeak to talk to my friends as I play instead of having to hearing everyone in the whole zone like on console. So YES PC>Console.
    Piece of advice as you play the game. Go slow, take your time and enjoy it. Don't rush to max level. You rush to max and then you'll find yourself bored. Create Alts, maybe a different faction or a different class, see what the game as a whole has to offer. Enjoy the time in Tamriel, I'm sure it is more than worth it.
    Aloha    … Expand
  82. Jakkimakkara
    Aug 11, 2016
    9
    I actually liked for this game. I know that many people hates it and I admit that it's not a good Elder Scrolls, but it is a good MMORPG. Ofc. sometimes it will get buggy, but none of games are perfect. ESO have an enjoyable PvP and even if you don't like PvP, there is still much content for a single player. If you are an Elder Scrolls fan, but don't enjoy for MMORPGs I don't recommendI actually liked for this game. I know that many people hates it and I admit that it's not a good Elder Scrolls, but it is a good MMORPG. Ofc. sometimes it will get buggy, but none of games are perfect. ESO have an enjoyable PvP and even if you don't like PvP, there is still much content for a single player. If you are an Elder Scrolls fan, but don't enjoy for MMORPGs I don't recommend ESO for you, but if you like for MMORPGs I recommend this game for you.… Expand
  83. StyexHD
    Aug 29, 2016
    10
    If you've ever wanted a game with an amazing community, the this is the game for you! With amazing PvP and PvE Gameplay, and an almost endless amount of questing!
    Everyone seems to work together to help each other improve at the game and grow their characters, even if you don't have a friend to play with, you can still jump into the game so late into its life and find someone to join you    If you've ever wanted a game with an amazing community, the this is the game for you! With amazing PvP and PvE Gameplay, and an almost endless amount of questing!
    Everyone seems to work together to help each other improve at the game and grow their characters, even if you don't have a friend to play with, you can still jump into the game so late into its life and find someone to join you in your MMO journey, you're never alone in The Elder Scrolls online!    … Expand
  84. zoob_m
    Dec 18, 2018
    8
    There isn't much to say here. Do you like modern Elder Scrolls games such as Skyrim or Oblivion? Do you like high fantasy MMOs such as World of Warcraft or Guild Wars 2? Do you ever just wish you could get both in the same game? Well lucky for you, this game combines those two things seamlessly. It would be just another MMO or just another Elder Scrolls game, if not for doing theThere isn't much to say here. Do you like modern Elder Scrolls games such as Skyrim or Oblivion? Do you like high fantasy MMOs such as World of Warcraft or Guild Wars 2? Do you ever just wish you could get both in the same game? Well lucky for you, this game combines those two things seamlessly. It would be just another MMO or just another Elder Scrolls game, if not for doing the remarkable task of being both.… Expand
  85. Latorn
    Feb 25, 2019
    10
    Greatly improved since launch. One of, if not THE best MMORPGs of 2018/2019.
  86. CynicalFurry
    Dec 26, 2019
    8
    Not fantastic, but not bad either.

    First off, I love Fallout and Elder Scrolls, and I play both of the franchises RELIGIOUSLY. I am generally not very fond of MMO RPG's, but this one plays well, and I dont feel like an idiot for playing it. RPG Elements are a lot more limited compaired to its sibling games, but it is understandable, it is an MMO RPG, so they cant exactly have you be    Not fantastic, but not bad either.

    First off, I love Fallout and Elder Scrolls, and I play both of the franchises RELIGIOUSLY. I am generally not very fond of MMO RPG's, but this one plays well, and I dont feel like an idiot for playing it. RPG Elements are a lot more limited compaired to its sibling games, but it is understandable, it is an MMO RPG, so they cant exactly have you be free to do whatever, but it still is worth some time. I got bored a few times while playing, and found some of the quests to drone on just a little too long for my personal liking, but as soon as you start getting into it, the game becomes a joy to play. I really did enjoy my time playing it for the most part. I loved exploring some of the wonders of earlier tamriel than weve seen, and seeing some of the historic moments that the other games were built apon was definitely enjoyable. The only reason why i lost enjoyment in some parts is because of the limitation, But overall, i do reccomend this game greatly.    … Expand
  87. neytirix77
    Sep 15, 2019
    10
    Interesting world
    Fun combat
    Great leveling experience Interesting and varied systems Really cool PVP Tons of quests that are ACTUALLY REALLY INTERESTING Lots of endgame content with tons of challenges for all the veteran kids! Lots of stuff to collect and hoard A very active trading market A very active community Super social! What else can I ask for? Been playing for 3 and a    Interesting world
    Fun combat
    Great leveling experience
    Interesting and varied systems
    Really cool PVP
    Tons of quests that are ACTUALLY REALLY INTERESTING
    Lots of endgame content with tons of challenges for all the veteran kids!
    Lots of stuff to collect and hoard
    A very active trading market
    A very active community
    Super social!

    What else can I ask for? Been playing for 3 and a half years.    … Expand
  88. MDXV
    Jan 27, 2023
    9
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  89. wolfaust
    Jul 14, 2021
    8
    Elder Scrolls games have always distinguished itself from other games with its rich and deep content. These open-ended role-playing game elements, a wide variety of character design options and gameplay style always attracted lots of gamers. Hundreds of heroes in its centuries-old story and the impact of each of them on the world has been felt at all times in different eras of ElderElder Scrolls games have always distinguished itself from other games with its rich and deep content. These open-ended role-playing game elements, a wide variety of character design options and gameplay style always attracted lots of gamers. Hundreds of heroes in its centuries-old story and the impact of each of them on the world has been felt at all times in different eras of Elder Scrolls.

    However, I think The Elder Scrolls is successful in the single-player genre. However, when we came across multiplayer, especially in the MMORPG genre, I was quite shocked. The game, which we could play with monthly recurring payments at the beginning, now uses the buy and play philosophy only, which I think is very clever!

    Still, there are many elements in the game that I consider good and bad. After a quick thought about these, I had to prepare a comment like the one below.

    Pros:

    1. True Elder Scrolls experience...
    2. Buy to Play... "Off-topic: Come on, it's 2021 of the 21st century. Playing an MMO with a subscription method is not a good thing. Devs should use their imagination to create a new way to earn money from their games; like monetize cosmetics! It's easy, and all of the players can afford it."
    3. Almost whole Tamriel, and it's immersive, explorable with lots of world events, creatures, and chests to loot!
    4. You can play the game both in First Person and Third Person; however, the first-person mode is not pure as Daggerfall, Morrowind, Oblivion or Skyrim.
    5. As a classic in all Elder Scrolls games, ESO also provides rich stories and its classic factions, like Fighters Guild, Mages Guild, Thieves Guilds and Dark Brotherhood. These factions have their storylines, too. Count side-quests, too.
    6. Play with your style with a customizable skill system; Healer with Khajiit Dragonknight, or Tank with Argonian Nightblade. Of course, you still can create your tank, damage dealer or support character, too.
    7. Deep passive skills system with Champion Points (CP).
    8. Show your allegiance to your faction in large scale PvP Zone, Cyrodiil; capture resource points, castles and outpost. Most importantly Elder Scrolls! Or just go with the Battlegrounds.
    9. Daily dungeon and battleground rewards.
    10. Frequent balance changes with updates and expansion. However, the PvP balance is horrible!
    11. Lots of world bosses, caves with their quests.
    12. Cleverly designed dungeons and trials with good and challenging mechanics.
    13. Leveling is not difficult as they said, it is easy and when you already have CP (like paragon levels) it's getting easier. Example: If you are at 900CP, and if you hit level 50 with your alt-toon then this character, too, will get 900CP right away. Just do main quests, and daily dungeons, you will get to level 50 as soon as possible.
    14. You can be a Vampire or Werewolf.
    15. Crown Store offers only cosmetic items! Yay!
    16. Outfit (like transmogrification) System
    17. AddOn Support
    18. It's not P2W!

    Cons:

    1. Servers... They have latency compared with players around the world. ESO has 2 megaservers; NA and EU. Servers sometimes clumsy, latency may be too high and this leads you to follow players from their back not fight side by side.
    2. Gold is the only soft coin in ESO, and it is difficult to earn. Join Trader Guilds and sold some of the items you loot from the world to other players. Do dungeons, join trials, complete side-quests and main quests, eliminate world bosses, wander around to find chests, you will get used to it.
    3. File Size! Hundreds...
    4. PvP balance is horrible, buggy and there is no balance between classes. Since 2014.
    5. Crown Store items sometimes are not worth a new store update. Literally!    … Expand
  90. sulaco426
    Jul 21, 2021
    9
    Its just by far the best mmorpg around. i was sceptical at first, cause i dont particulary like TES. Its not a asia - grinder and leveling is always fun. the combat is really nice. its rather simple compared to other games, but its fun and good for new players. the only issue i have, is the questmarkers. ist sometime hard to follow and to now where you gotta go. qualitywise its on the sameIts just by far the best mmorpg around. i was sceptical at first, cause i dont particulary like TES. Its not a asia - grinder and leveling is always fun. the combat is really nice. its rather simple compared to other games, but its fun and good for new players. the only issue i have, is the questmarkers. ist sometime hard to follow and to now where you gotta go. qualitywise its on the same level as WoW… Expand
  91. PCGamingGhost
    Aug 25, 2020
    9
    My history with The Elder Scrolls franchise may not be as expansive as some here and I can honestly say that I've never played a game in the series before jumping into The Elder Scrolls Online, but I'm glad because I didn't have any real expectations going into this game. First off I want to say that I've been playing ESO on and off for several years and I consider it to not only be one ofMy history with The Elder Scrolls franchise may not be as expansive as some here and I can honestly say that I've never played a game in the series before jumping into The Elder Scrolls Online, but I'm glad because I didn't have any real expectations going into this game. First off I want to say that I've been playing ESO on and off for several years and I consider it to not only be one of the best MMORPG's available on the market today, but one of the finest MMORPG's of all-time. I'm serious when I say that. This game has everything a fan of the MMO genre could possibly ever want. You want a huge and ever expanding world to explore and discover? This game has it. You want thousands of quests and adventures to solve? This game has it. You want challenging group content such as dungeons and PvP? This game has it. In other words your not going to be short on things to do in The Elder Scrolls Online and at times it's going to feel like after hundreds of hours played that you've barely put a dent into what this game has to offer.

    Now, does all this content and activity mean that this game perfect and has zero flaws? No. Far from it. Like with most games there are little things that stand in the way of pure perfection. There are moments where sometimes you feel like completing a certain task is impossible, or you feel lost and have no idea what to do next, but as a whole I would say that this game is one of the best RPG experiences I've ever had and definitely worthy of players giving it a solid effort if you're a fan of the MMO genre or a fan of The Elder Scrolls in general. The world is vast and exciting, the player base is booming and extremely helpful, and the story you'll encounter as you play through the game and it's expansions is enjoyable and intriguing.

    I've put over 1,100 hours into The Elder Scrolls Online and have enjoyed it's many expansions (chapters) and feel like this game gives me the closest feeling to my early days playing World of Warcraft as any game I've played since. The feeling of adventure and wonder and not knowing what you'll come across next as you make your way through the world. It's truly a remarkable experience that should be one click away on everyone's hard drive. Jump on in and experience the magic for yourself!
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  92. Krissy004
    Sep 18, 2021
    8
    If you like the elder scrolls series then you'll going to love this game. This game has a lot of single player content that I question its legitimacy as a MMO. With that being said, this game has a lot of multiplayer content to consider it self as a MMO. There's a ton of dungeons, PVP contents and raids. The main highlight of this game is how flexible it is to theorycraft the best classIf you like the elder scrolls series then you'll going to love this game. This game has a lot of single player content that I question its legitimacy as a MMO. With that being said, this game has a lot of multiplayer content to consider it self as a MMO. There's a ton of dungeons, PVP contents and raids. The main highlight of this game is how flexible it is to theorycraft the best class for your needs. Yes there's the usual class but you can achieve skills from other NPCs too. Even with a level cap, ESO incentivizes you to explore the world to get skyshards and do single player quest or delve quest to get those precious skill points. The monetization of this game is what you expect in a MMO this age. There's the cash shop where you can find exp boost, costumes and other cosmetic items. There's also a premium membership for $15 per month and the game lets you unlock past expansion and a larger loot bag for your crafting ingredients if you're the hoarder type of player.
    Now let's talk about the main issue of this game. Skill and item balance. Zenimax is doing an awful job of balancing the game. Yes you can theorycraft a class but that class that you create might be so strong that you can fight 5 players at once and defeat them. That's the main reason why most ESO players are PVE players. Alliance war and battleground doesn't have that much player that they "simplified" the options. This obvious stems from Zenimax when they first creating the game. They thought it's fun to create absurd skills and item set effects but forget how it will affect the enjoyment of the players in their PVP contents. If you're a PVE player then all of the things that I've said about skill and item balance doesn't matter.
    All in all, the game si good but there are some questionable decision especially the skill and item balance.    … Expand
  93. MunhozMCM
    Nov 5, 2021
    8
    My Score:

    (8) - Very Good!

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  94. SqueekyWheel
    Mar 23, 2022
    9
    Great game for those who like to explore and enjoy well written stories and quests. The world is HUGE, even just the base game will give you months of playtime. The ESO plus subscription gives access to all DLC content plus crowns that can be used in the crown store(ESO version of IRL cash shop) and a craft bag that holds an infinite amount of crafting materials.

    ESO relies heavily on    Great game for those who like to explore and enjoy well written stories and quests. The world is HUGE, even just the base game will give you months of playtime. The ESO plus subscription gives access to all DLC content plus crowns that can be used in the crown store(ESO version of IRL cash shop) and a craft bag that holds an infinite amount of crafting materials.

    ESO relies heavily on internet content creators to explain the game to players and there is very little info in game about how things work. This makes it confusing for some who expect the game to explain as you play. But there are plenty of great online resources to help you, like UESP, Alcast, Deltia's gaming, Xynode, Hack the Minotaur, Lucky Ghost, ESO-U, Brah we got this, Skinny Cheeks and many more. There are also guilds you can join with players willing to help and explain as you go along.

    The game caters mainly to beginners who are still levelling and exploring, and casual players who enjoy the stories and the questing. The world is beautiful, especially if you have a modern PC with a decent graphics card. There is a lot of artwork done in the world, and just looking around at the environments is a joy in and of itself. It's easy to loose yourself for hours just exploring in this game.

    Once you have levelled out a character and played through the vet DLC content, which is some of the hardest in the game, that's when it starts getting more tricky. There is not much you can do to progress as a player except for score pushing(going for world rankings etc) or PvP battles. With each new chapter coming out there is usually two new dungeons(4-man content) and one trial(12-man content) added, but beyond that there is not much an experienced player can look forward to. The overland questing, which is great and very nice for beginners, is simply mind numbingly easy for experienced players with high level characters. The content is still great, but there is no way to make the fighting challenging as there is no difficulty setting to make overland questing harder.

    So overall this is a beautiful and fun game that will keep you busy for at least about a year of playing, but as you get into end game it will be difficult to find challenging content to keep you interested in the long run. If ZOS ever adds a difficulty setting so experienced players can enjoy all new content the same way beginners can, I'd give it a 10 out of 10, but because it lacks this setting I give it a 9 out of 10.    … Expand
  95. VegasWarped
    Jun 11, 2022
    9
    This is my favorite game, I love playing with my groups and communities that I have met in game. While this game does have its bugs, the action combat is very entertaining and responsive.
    Lore 10/10
    gameplay 9/10
    pvp 6/10
    community 8/10
    solo play 9/10
  96. GoR_Noki
    Apr 8, 2023
    9
    2022/23 and people still compare this game to Skyrim... *sights* not even the same engine....

    The Elder Scrolls Online is an MMORPG which plays 200 years before Morrowind, so round about 450 years before Skyrim. So much for the time frame within the lore. TESO is still one of the best MMOs on the market til this date. Well written stories, decent graphics, a big lore, much to explore    2022/23 and people still compare this game to Skyrim... *sights* not even the same engine....

    The Elder Scrolls Online is an MMORPG which plays 200 years before Morrowind, so round about 450 years before Skyrim. So much for the time frame within the lore.

    TESO is still one of the best MMOs on the market til this date. Well written stories, decent graphics, a big lore, much to explore and no player level restrictions for open world maps. The sound with 7.1 is amazing and there is much to do. I needed more than 300 hours to complete all quests of the main game (without DLCs) and there are so many DLCs out by now that you can almost tripple that! The pvp is huge and there is a nice learning curve for raids when you're willing to learn mechanics. Expect it to be hard though.

    It is a very good game but do NOT expect it to be like Skyrim! It's a common mistake people make.    … Expand
  97. coywow
    Sep 17, 2022
    9
    After roughly 40 hours of gameplay:

    As a long time lover of the elder scrolls games i have always wanted an online experience in this magical world we have all fell in love with, and this game delivers that and more. while sadly compromising some former lore, ESO may not make much sense to the OG elder scrolls purists. This game is still very good. After about 8 years of being out    After roughly 40 hours of gameplay:

    As a long time lover of the elder scrolls games i have always wanted an online experience in this magical world we have all fell in love with, and this game delivers that and more.
    while sadly compromising some former lore, ESO may not make much sense to the OG elder scrolls purists.
    This game is still very good.
    After about 8 years of being out (November, 2022) the game has enough content for thousands of hours, and a fun online experience in a well done MMO experience. The game is very good, has all of the story, content, character building, a good fun leveling system, and everything else you could want from a modern MMO.    … Expand
  98. Kamama
    Apr 15, 2023
    10
    Very cool MMORPG with a huge amount of quest and a beatiful open world. One of my favorites
  99. CollectorRed
    Jun 11, 2023
    10
    I uninstalled Diablo IV and repurchased ESO on steam. Previously I had it on pc. Immediately I am thrust into a huge open world, with players bustling around me. I was so happy that I could level and gain power, that I just ended up fishing for a few hours to get some perfect roe. Even fishing, I could get a valuable item that helped my character upgrade itself. Perfect Roe is worth aI uninstalled Diablo IV and repurchased ESO on steam. Previously I had it on pc. Immediately I am thrust into a huge open world, with players bustling around me. I was so happy that I could level and gain power, that I just ended up fishing for a few hours to get some perfect roe. Even fishing, I could get a valuable item that helped my character upgrade itself. Perfect Roe is worth a lot of gold at guild traders. What a breath of fresh air! To be able to enter an unexplored area, after previously leaving the game for 3 years, this is the type of fun I wanted. Epic crafting system, really good character customization, and social interaction. Thanks for welcoming me back, ESO.… Expand
  100. AAAStudios
    Jun 29, 2023
    10
    As a fan of The Elder Scrolls I am so happy to be able to finally play with friends with The Elder Scrolls Online!!! Thank you Zenimax Online Studios for all of your hard work!
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#4 Most Discussed PC Game of 2014
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#14 Most Shared PC Game of 2014

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 64 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 64
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 64
  3. Negative: 1 out of 64
  1. CD-Action
    Jul 23, 2014
    60
    Eight years of development, a team consisting of even 250 people at some points, budget reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. It’s a pity that this ‘Skyrim Online’ disappoints both fans of previous Bethesda games and MMORPG veterans who expected some fresh air in the stale genre. [06/2014, p.44]
  2. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 8, 2014
    60
    A well done MMO that can lure players not familiar with the genre. But if you've played MMOs before, this one doesn't offer anything new, nor anything exciting.
  3. DarkStation
    Jun 16, 2014
    50
    60 days was more then enough time for me to determine that I would rather spend my time elsewhere.
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