The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited

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  1. polka2
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    One of the best games out there. It's clear as day that the large majority of these "negative reviews" are coming from people who have not even played the game and are either just trolling to be miserable trolls or are mad because their game might be failing in some way
  2. warrlocks
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This game is genre defining. It really sets the bar for everything coming up next. The quest system is fantastic, unlike any other mmorpg on the market, the classes are filled with possibilities and you never feel trapped into a system or "cookie cutter builds" that degrade the experience.
  3. koala51
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The amount of stories that are available is amazing. The game has so much replay value. I am definitely getting my $60 out of the game. The game is huge and i feel like i will never finish it.
  4. rustika
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    An amazing game! I especially like the exploration part of hidden caves and dungeons spread around the world which in general reward you with loot chests
  5. kufaal
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    After playing this game hardcore for over a month, I feel that the hype has finally worn off and the game truly deserves a 10 rating. It's by far the best MMO right now, even better than World of Warcraft (though that's mostly due to Blizzard's failings).
  6. holi
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This game is definitely one of the best games I have ever played, and THE best MMORPG out there at this, and a much longer, time. Everything from graphics to storyline are beautifully done.
  7. uzaham
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Truly loving this game. I decided the second I saw it that I would buy this game and was not disappointed in the slightest. I have been playing WoW for 6 years. I am glad in a way that Warlords of Draenor is so terribly childish, given me more time to play ESO.
  8. louiu
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The finest hour for MMO's, I started playing MMO's with World of Warcraft at launch, I have since played most of the MMO's that have come since and a few that came before also and I feel I speak with some authority when I say that this is by far the best game I've played at launch in this genre
  9. razumdar
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Fun and innovative in the sense that you level up quickly without realizing that your doing it. Combat is fast paced and smooth, graphics are beautifully done, and over all game play is extremely enjoyable.
  10. budalew
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Finally a game that combines the best features of the good mmo's while adding new mechanics and ways to play the game. It will be a long time I think before a better game than ESO will be made.
  11. worldaw
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This game is the culmination of the evolution of both free to play, and subscription MMOs. The game design and art are superb, and the microtransaction/auction system is amazing. Cant say enough good things about this game. p.s. Also, lots of replayability between races in terms of story.
  12. raduma
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I wish i could comment on some of these negative reviews. If you are hitting the same 2 buttons the entire game your doing it wrong. This is the most immersive game i have ever played.
  13. owned42
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The game is amazing in my own opinion. The graphics are spot on and the visual schemes are amazing. I am still playing and i feel so immersed. Besides the PvE which i can go meh at sometimes (compared to many other mmo's where the pve is just BLAH), it rescues itself in PVP
  14. kutkalica
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Really funny game! I already spend 300 hs on it and don't regret buying it. Some times the non-story-quest get really boring(but it always happen in all MMOs).
  15. hijakala
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Don't listen to the naysayers they are just WOW fanbabies who are upset that ESO is so popular and good. It really is fantastic and the graphics are some of the best I've ever seen.
  16. dopamin43
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Very refreshing mmo, and with no monthly fee, it's a winner! The "quest" system is what i liked most and why I find it so refreshing. Great job Zenimax, can't wait to see where you take this game.
  17. fredi59
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Phenomenal game. It removes a lot of the things I hate about MMOs (monthly fee, gear grinds, pointless time sinks etc) and adds a bunch of great things.
  18. yolo4917
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Having played almost every MMO since the dawn of the genre (right back to MUDs) I've been jaded for a very long time and was almost hesitant to try yet another - the fact it was Subs-Free helped me overcome that reticence.
    I love it.
  19. turisto
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The only problems I have with this title are the dungeons are a annoying, everything is a boss it seems and there are a lot of them. The rewards are, generally speaking useless and when they are good, it's not for your class. But I don't dungeon much.
  20. lolipop2
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This is the best MMORPG I have ever played so far. It doesn't suck your money like a hungry vacuum. Leveling is at ease. Full voice acting. Exploring is also fun and actually rewarding. Very soothing music. Please, try the game, it doesn't even need monthly subscription to play.
  21. maxiii
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I am thoroughly enjoying ESO. I can jump in and play for an hour or so, or I can play for 6, it's all easy and fun. I never feel the grind, and the world is stunning. Overall, it's just a really good game.
  22. abrahaml0
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I have been looking for a game to keep my attention since I got bored of WoW a couple years ago, but nothing really has kept me too entertained for very long... until Elder Scrolls Online. Within the first 2 days I had put 20 hours into the game, and I have not even scratched the surface. Tons of stuff to do, great combat system, that is very interactive and actually takes skill to doI have been looking for a game to keep my attention since I got bored of WoW a couple years ago, but nothing really has kept me too entertained for very long... until Elder Scrolls Online. Within the first 2 days I had put 20 hours into the game, and I have not even scratched the surface. Tons of stuff to do, great combat system, that is very interactive and actually takes skill to do well. If you're trying to get off the WoW train, then this is where you want to go.… Expand
  23. furlan
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Most fun I've had in an MMO. The game is beautiful, tons of fun and addicting for all! The pve, pvp, and AvAvA is all amazing and really well done. Finally a game where you can do whatever you want.. Explore, do dungeons, pvp, AvAvA, and more! Also, this game is harder than your average MMO. Which is good! Who doesn't like a challenge?
  24. fosex
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The game is astonishing, I have played WoW for 6 years and every other MMO I haven't even bothered to try, all of them have been the same. Finally a game breaks the mold.
  25. loe
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Having put countless hours into Elder Scrolls Online, I can now say with confidence that this is the MMORPG that stands the best chance of dethroning World of Warcraft. It's also one that I've thoroughly enjoyed. Guild Wars 2 is the modern MMORPG that offers a more streamlined and comfortable experience in open-world exploring and PvP for players of all skills/experience. And instead ofHaving put countless hours into Elder Scrolls Online, I can now say with confidence that this is the MMORPG that stands the best chance of dethroning World of Warcraft. It's also one that I've thoroughly enjoyed. Guild Wars 2 is the modern MMORPG that offers a more streamlined and comfortable experience in open-world exploring and PvP for players of all skills/experience. And instead of ignoring players who want to be crafty or explorative, ESO rewards them… Expand
  26. tamika
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Game in which everyone will find something for you. No matter how much time you can dedicate to game, you can fully enjoy it. I think this is what make it completely different from other MMO games.
  27. hulmej
    Sep 12, 2015
    10
    I am enjoying this game very much. There is so much to do and the map is very large and the combat is very good in the game. The PvP system is good as well but you do need to be at a high level to do that.
  28. Kozlak
    Jan 15, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Puedo decir que es unos de los PVP mas interesantes que he conocido hasta el momento, conocí los juegos desde The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind y soy un fiel seguidor, llevo 7 meses jugango ESO y creo que va para mas, no siento la necesidad de comprar mas juegos por el momento, con este lo tengo todo!… Expand
  29. That_DL_Kid
    Nov 16, 2015
    10
    I wanted another Elder Scrolls game and they delivered. I'm not a big MMORPG guy so the fact that a lot of the missions can be easily done solo was not an issue for me. The story line is involving and I've already spent many hours in the game. My only complaint is the DLC seems a bit high priced, I'll wait for the price drop until I get them as there is plenty to due in the main game.
  30. kwstas
    May 22, 2016
    10
    i love this game so much it so beautiful and amazing . i love it becouse it is so simple , it is so fun , it has a huge beautiful world with tons of things to do . i love how its combat works , i love the simplicity of building your heroes skills and combat style , i honestly believe that is much less boring that world of warcraft . and more fast and convenient than final fantasy . besti love this game so much it so beautiful and amazing . i love it becouse it is so simple , it is so fun , it has a huge beautiful world with tons of things to do . i love how its combat works , i love the simplicity of building your heroes skills and combat style , i honestly believe that is much less boring that world of warcraft . and more fast and convenient than final fantasy . best mmorpg for me . thanks… Expand
  31. EmperorSultan
    Dec 23, 2015
    10
    I have only player The Elder scrolls Morrowind, Oblivion and Skyrim and I have always wanted to visit other parts in Tamriel, this game made my wish come true. One of the best immersive MMOs out there.
  32. BigMatchu
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    When it was released 5 years ago, I wasn't really big on it... However I have recently jumped into it and I'm so addicted. The quests are immersive. The graphics and audio make this game a truly special experience. The pve and pvp and interaction with other players have you begging for more.. There's so much content and so much stuff to do... This game is truly one of the best of itsWhen it was released 5 years ago, I wasn't really big on it... However I have recently jumped into it and I'm so addicted. The quests are immersive. The graphics and audio make this game a truly special experience. The pve and pvp and interaction with other players have you begging for more.. There's so much content and so much stuff to do... This game is truly one of the best of its kind.
    The game calms me down and relaxes me so much. The quests are entertaining and make me laugh. Very immersive and enjoyable game    … Expand
  33. Policcio
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    If someone tells you you can't succesfully port a MMO game to a console, he never played TESO. This massive online rpg is right that: Massive. From the map to the missions, endless stories contained within a magic world full of real people. It's a shame it's not translated to spanish, so have that in mind if you don't understand English.
  34. TheSquiddy92
    Sep 13, 2016
    10
    Its a shame that it still has a bad rep to some gamers who have heard about this game or experienced this game back when it first launched for pc. The combat, the story, the soundtrack, are all amazingly done and really draws you back into the game. No experience feels the same. The dlcs for this game are great additions to the game that are worth paying for outright or pay the $15/monthIts a shame that it still has a bad rep to some gamers who have heard about this game or experienced this game back when it first launched for pc. The combat, the story, the soundtrack, are all amazingly done and really draws you back into the game. No experience feels the same. The dlcs for this game are great additions to the game that are worth paying for outright or pay the $15/month for eso plus access. This game provides hundreds of hours of gameplay and is deserving of your hard earned money especially now that this edition of the game you can find for around $15-25 and the gold edition is out which has all the dlc which is a great value.… Expand
  35. ninsusinak22
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    The grinding never stops. No time to write longer review. TIME TO GRIND THEM GOLDMATS
  36. WeterGhetto
    Jan 30, 2022
    10
    Лучшая ММО РПГ на ПС4/ПС5. Классный сюжет, красивая графика, прикольная система навыков и крафта, адекватное комьюнити, в игре всегда есть чем заняться, Игра 10 из 10
  37. bt86bt
    Nov 15, 2021
    10
    Played for 8 years, and this is my favorite game that just gets better and bigger every year. Love everything from exploring, playing alone or with friends, even crafting and housing!
  38. Iyunzusto
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    Exceeded my expectations hugely. The world is gorgeous and immense. The combat is better than skyrim (but perhaps not as cohesive as WoW). The skills are beautifully designed in a Guild Wars style, even to the point of switching between 2 sets based on your weapons. The first 10 levels can be a drag at times, but then the game opens up and becomes a real treat, especially if you have aExceeded my expectations hugely. The world is gorgeous and immense. The combat is better than skyrim (but perhaps not as cohesive as WoW). The skills are beautifully designed in a Guild Wars style, even to the point of switching between 2 sets based on your weapons. The first 10 levels can be a drag at times, but then the game opens up and becomes a real treat, especially if you have a friend to level with. And the best thing? This is really the first game, ever in my opinion, that really nails the feeling of exploration. Just walk in any direction and enjoy the experience, there will be plenty to do (and to kill). An amazing accomplishment from the developers. If you're a long time gamer like me (25 years +) there will be plenty here to entertain - the game has depth and is clearly a labour of love. The size of the PVP maps is totally incredible. Bigger than anything else. I expected a lukewarm cheeseburger and got the gourmet degustation. Well done Bethesda… Expand
  39. Kris_d
    Aug 22, 2015
    9
    I have to say, i've played a lot of mmo's since 2002, starting with asheron's call 2. Played wow, SW:TOR, Eve Online, Conan, etc. But the past 3 years i've had a burnout on mmo's. I'm also a huge elder scrolls fan. I spend hundreds of hours on Morrowind, Oblivion and Skyrim. So when they announced Elder Scrolls online, not only wasn't i interested in another mmo, i felt like Elder ScrollsI have to say, i've played a lot of mmo's since 2002, starting with asheron's call 2. Played wow, SW:TOR, Eve Online, Conan, etc. But the past 3 years i've had a burnout on mmo's. I'm also a huge elder scrolls fan. I spend hundreds of hours on Morrowind, Oblivion and Skyrim. So when they announced Elder Scrolls online, not only wasn't i interested in another mmo, i felt like Elder Scrolls had to stay singleplayer. But anyway, have a ps4 and eventually got a curious what the game would be like and how an mmo would play on a console. While i first started, i thought it was an ok game, but now several weeks further, i can honestly say i'm becoming completely addicted again. And me becoming addicted to an mmo hasn't happened since the early years of Wow. There's so much to do, i love it that all quests have voice acting, so you don't just click away the quests and start grinding. The combat is a lot of fun, something which was lacking for me in many mmo's. And the mix of singleplayer and multiplayer content is just right. And it all just plays amazingly well on console, which i didn't expect. I highly recommend this if you're looking for an mmo with tons of content. They also made a very good decision by dropping the subscription. While it does feel like an elder scrolls game in some areas, it's still an mmo. dont jump in and expect a skyrim or oblivion. But i'm pleasantly surprised it worked out so well.… Expand
  40. theredtm
    Jun 13, 2015
    9
    Welcome ( back ) home …
    PS4: brought the game, installed, 15/18 hours of standby for download ( in Italy we have awful connection ) and the story begin… by now I’ve just created the character and passed the first missions.
    First thing: by now graphic is not at the top… but it has that particular TES feeling ! To be honest also the character creation, the beginning, the scavenging, the    Welcome ( back ) home …
    PS4: brought the game, installed, 15/18 hours of standby for download ( in Italy we have awful connection ) and the story begin… by now I’ve just created the character and passed the first missions.

    First thing: by now graphic is not at the top… but it has that particular TES feeling ! To be honest also the character creation, the beginning, the scavenging, the pngs, the situations have that particular TES feeling.

    Reading at some comment I was afraid to find a game that is a TES game only in the name, I play TES game from 2004 with xbox version of Morrowind and I feel really comfortable in this new online episode.

    Combat system is a further evolution of what we’ve seen in Skyrim: dynamic, fast… you can sneak, you can attack, avoid hits and spells, stab, run around the enemy ecc.

    You can easily toggle First and Third person view and you can also adjust the visual of both first and third person… and… FPV is perfect for combat system and for the general feeling. I know that pure RPG fan is a little bit uncomfortable with the first person view and with fast action combat but offer a more immersive game-play.    … Expand
  41. Cashmoney900000
    Aug 28, 2023
    9
    I'm redoing my review. My review of the game in 2015 was unfavorable. The game needed a lot of work. Rereading my review my points were valid at the time but no longer valid. In 2023 ESO is an amazing MMORPG. The story elements of the main zones are told well with high-quality voice actors. I don't know their real names, but "Tom" from Toonami and Principal Lewis from Family guy get a lotI'm redoing my review. My review of the game in 2015 was unfavorable. The game needed a lot of work. Rereading my review my points were valid at the time but no longer valid. In 2023 ESO is an amazing MMORPG. The story elements of the main zones are told well with high-quality voice actors. I don't know their real names, but "Tom" from Toonami and Principal Lewis from Family guy get a lot of use.

    The PVP aspects have been expanded. And more than anything, when you buy the base game, you have enough content to be sustainable into the long game without needing anything else. Anything else is extra flavor and extra money, but it's an enjoyable experience solo or with friends.

    I will also factor in the community. I play Mobas, switching from a Moba to ESO is phenomenal for my mental health. The player base is so kind and caring it doesn't feel real sometimes. A random player just gave me 15k gold because I was on a new toon. I didn't even ask for anything. He came to help me fight a monster because he was passing by, gave me the gold, then rode off into the sunset. Its a nice place to be.    … Expand
  42. NikolayG
    Jun 20, 2015
    9
    This review is of the PS4 version. I started Elder Scrolls games with Arena 20 years ago. I can say that ESO is basically another Elder Scrolls RPG (you can play first person or third and switch on the fly), a good game, a huge world, but nothing about it, for me, is very MMO-ish -- and I'm glad because I find MMOs to be very boring. I did benefit from one aspect of multiplayer. There wasThis review is of the PS4 version. I started Elder Scrolls games with Arena 20 years ago. I can say that ESO is basically another Elder Scrolls RPG (you can play first person or third and switch on the fly), a good game, a huge world, but nothing about it, for me, is very MMO-ish -- and I'm glad because I find MMOs to be very boring. I did benefit from one aspect of multiplayer. There was a very hard boss to kill. I failed three times; the fourth time another player was going at it also, and together we took the boss down. As for talking to other players, I have a headset/mic but I haven't really done much in terms of interaction, except I think I freaked one guy out by speaking in a deep growl once. That was fun. But mainly this is just a lot like Skyrim, except areas are larger to accommodate other players, and of course it does have the significant downside of not allowing player created add-ons. But it has the plus of being expanded and revised over time by the creators. Also it is free to play, so any competition among players is ruined by the fact that you can purchase advantages, or even pay a subscription to accelerate your overall progress. This is another reason just to think of it as a single player RPG, rather than as fundamentally an MMORPG… Expand
  43. Subcutaneous
    Jul 2, 2015
    9
    The only reason it got a 9 instead of a 10 from me is because I have run into a few bugs. Nothing game breaking or anything. This game is a TON of fun if you are teaming up with other players. Even if you are the solo type, you can still have success in this game. I play primarily with my brother and it's one of those games that make you lose track of time when you play it. That's how goodThe only reason it got a 9 instead of a 10 from me is because I have run into a few bugs. Nothing game breaking or anything. This game is a TON of fun if you are teaming up with other players. Even if you are the solo type, you can still have success in this game. I play primarily with my brother and it's one of those games that make you lose track of time when you play it. That's how good it is IMO. There are just too many things to do in game. I can't recommend ESO enough. Don't listen to the legions of haters, they have no idea what they are talking about, give ESO a try.… Expand
  44. rallediz
    Nov 18, 2015
    9
    This game was just what I was looking for. A huge game with so much to do. Great graphics and nice gameplay. I havent played elder scrolls before so I can´t compare the game with those.. But i feel that this game is great.
  45. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Aug 11, 2015
    9
    Being a huge fan of ES series, Fallout, RPGs on the whole and a fan of MMOs, I turned down buying ESO on the PS4, opting for Witcher3 instead. I'm unsure as to why, as I appreciate that the Witcher 3 is an immense, huge and well built game / world. But I didn't fall in love with it and found myself looking to sell after weeks.

    So, instead I bought ESO Crown edition from GAME    Being a huge fan of ES series, Fallout, RPGs on the whole and a fan of MMOs, I turned down buying ESO on the PS4, opting for Witcher3 instead. I'm unsure as to why, as I appreciate that the Witcher 3 is an immense, huge and well built game / world. But I didn't fall in love with it and found myself looking to sell after weeks.

    So, instead I bought ESO Crown edition from GAME (currently £29.99) and it's been a great purchase!

    I'm sure people reading this will already have played either Oblivion or Skyrim, if not a Fallout game. Returning to Bethesda there's that familiarity with the options and style. The questing and NPCs feel very familiar as does the early weapon choices.

    A lot of reviews seem to express how this is bad MMO because you can do a lot solo. This is the users own fault and NOT that of ESO. A big part of an MMO is community and what you put into it. I found a UK based forum whereby I talked to a few guys and got invited to their Guild, and will look to use that, but, I've yet to team up with anyone from my guild. Why? Because it's a great community and while my character is only lvl 11, I am often invited to groups and only last night spent 2 hours running around doing my missions with 2 German women who's English was far greater than my German. The community is there for grabs and very welcoming, anyone thats sulking that it's a solo game is simply not putting in the effort.

    Size: Of course it matters in this day and age. All RPGs must be significantly more expansive than the last or somehow it fails. I'll be honest I'm only in the 1st region, and it's big. I zoom out on the map and see the whole of Tamriel and I think "this could take a year" .. .and it probably could. A guild master I speak to is 1000 hours in already and said the game doesn't even open up fully till after 200hrs+ .. .and I'm really excited by this.

    The game would be pap though if it was all scale and no content. And ESO delivers well in that department also. Sure, fetch quests and travelling back to a character just to complete the mission becomes a norm, but it's an RPG and doesn't upset the normal routines of RPG grinding. Thankfully, the fighting system makes it worth while, whilst it's also received some bad reviews, and perhaps I'd had to long a wait since Skyrim, but it's good fun. At level 15 I will be able to pick 2 weapons into battle (so I can change between a 2 handed weapon say and a bow during battle). This will add more freedom to my fighting style.

    Spending money: The Crown pack I bought allowed me to be any race in any alliance and also started me with 1500 coins. I used these to buy a mount. Very handy as they get you from A to B just that little faster without the constant small gold expense of fast travelling. Most stuff you can buy from the crown store are just for looks. There's a few things to help you gain XP faster or skills faster, but these are just time savers and I've kept away from them.

    Bugs:
    So pre buying the game I was anticipating some really dodgy bugs and quest bugs etc. So far, very little has gone wrong. I've had one experience of my character not walking but gliding over the landscape, which after hitting OPTIONS and returning to gameplay it had sorted. And yes, there's going to be times your in a group area and an enemy is going to re spawn on you, and it can be fatal when caught off-guard... but thats part and parcel of an MMO. People would be outraged if enemies where permanently killed after all (!) meaning there's nothing to fight!

    Levelling: Obviously a major part of any MMORPG. And it's immense again. Without a good levelling system an RPG can harm enthusiasm, and ESO has what I can only describe as the most detailed levelling system I have ever used. Which is no bad thing. Alike Skyrim, there's a bunch of classes, race related, guild related and alliance related. Each skill set has numerous special abilities to unlock which can be assigned to the hotkeys for use. I've only just started the crafting skill sets but so far, so good. It doesn't lose anything from Skyrim, just adding more to the party.

    Overall ESO is a beautiful and brilliant MMO on the PS4. Having played a good while within FF A Realm Reborn, I've instantly preferred this game based on the lore and familiarity of the ES series. However, it is what it is. Don't buy this expecting Skyrim 2, don't buy this if you don't like joining others in quests (you dont have to mic up - there's an endless amount of gestures you can hotkey for easy conversation during exploring or dungeons) and there's a huge community of players who will happily welcome 1 more to their parties. If scale is your thing and looking for something to consume a lot of hours for your money, then look no further. Fair enough it's only been out since June 15 on PS4, but no one has achieved any of the ultra rare trophies.    … Expand
  46. Psktassassin
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    Elder scrolls online is a enjoyable Mmo set in the elder scrolls universe. It captures the look and feel of elder scrolls but without as much interactivity. The combat is always changing,the world is enormous, the Pvp is epic and the story and lore is brilliant. This isn't skyrim, don't expect it to be and you'll have a blast.
  47. ascedentevil
    Jul 2, 2015
    9
    I've put a lot of time into The Elder Scrolls Online, namely about two weeks and 30 or so hours and I've barley even scratched the surface of the game, I've managed to become a "master explorer" in 1 of the 17 available areas. So then, the size of this game is huge, I did read about a few chaps who surmised that it would take 8.9 hours of real time horse riding to travel from corner toI've put a lot of time into The Elder Scrolls Online, namely about two weeks and 30 or so hours and I've barley even scratched the surface of the game, I've managed to become a "master explorer" in 1 of the 17 available areas. So then, the size of this game is huge, I did read about a few chaps who surmised that it would take 8.9 hours of real time horse riding to travel from corner to corner of Tamriel and that's a long time.
    As we've come to know, Bethesda love packing their ES games to the max with content that will take you forever to complete and TESO is no different, It's literally impossible to go anywhere without getting distracted by something, be it a dungeon, area boss or quest, you'l always have something to do; be it saving someones family member or delivering a package.
    For the story driven fan, it is a little dry to begin with, with missions being handed out occasionally, you'll be keeping yourself occupied until the game says you can do some more campaign missions. Aside from the this the narrative is strong (and it ought to be considering none other than Michael Gambon himself will be guiding you); and you'll soon find yourself eager to learn what comes next.
    Alongside this all the standard guilds return, mages and fighters and a few new ones, will let you explore smaller scale stories that will turn your character into a powerful legend of the land. But also a new alliance feature comes in that allows you to clear areas of the map for the greater good of your people, giving you a feeling of duty and heroism.
    Skills are easy to level as usual and the leveling system offers an easy and intuitive approach to gearing your character in the direction you want. Each set of skills has passive and active abilities that will map to buttons on the controller, allowing you access to magic spells that can cause extra defensive and offensive effects.
    The games many crafting systems allow you to make Armour, brew potions and craft enchantments; giving you total freedom over how you play the game.
    Understandably it's the multiplayer that defines the game, truly showing off the size and polish of the game. Once you hit level ten you can group with other players to take on team dungeons and challenges, offering better loot and experience, not to mention a hell of a lot of fun; with each player having their own responsibility, team work becomes key. Then, when you're ready, enter Cyrodil for some intense PvP, with massive teams of players you can fight to literally become the emperor of Cyrodil. with rumors of the game allowing up to 1000 people at once, these matches can become HUGE.
    The only slight downside (and the main one to overlook) is the Visuals. Yes, they have improved over Skyrim, with better character models and some stellar lighting, but the lifeless looks on the faces of NPCs when they are describing terrible events sometimes takes you out of the fantasy.

    Overall a very well made and polished game from Bethesda with the usually quality and quantity we have come to expect form the franchise, a strong addition to any gamers collection.    … Expand
  48. pete62
    Aug 3, 2015
    9
    I purchased this because I love Skyrim and wanted more. I immediately thought this was a bad mistake as I had never played a MMO before and was left confused and somewhat overwhelmed. I stuck it out and levelled up and learnt about in MMO's in the process. Now I love it and can see how the Elder scrolls has been interpreted into a MMO.
  49. BlksoldierX
    Jun 9, 2015
    9
    The best MMO on PS4. People need to understand that this is not trying to be Skyrim 2/online. It's an ES game, and for long time fans of the series there is plenty to enjoy.
  50. elsonsojannus
    Jul 2, 2015
    9
    The game has a very Elder Scrolls look to it, with questing handled much the same way as the single player games. The single player game play is surprisingly complete through the main quest. If the idea is to treat this as the sequel to Skyrim, it can do that, as long as people realize it is not. I am a long time MMO and TES single-player gamer and this game merges these together, whichThe game has a very Elder Scrolls look to it, with questing handled much the same way as the single player games. The single player game play is surprisingly complete through the main quest. If the idea is to treat this as the sequel to Skyrim, it can do that, as long as people realize it is not. I am a long time MMO and TES single-player gamer and this game merges these together, which results in some unconventional solutions and game play. People used to playing solo games, like Skyrim, will need to know that others are frequently around doing the same quests at the same time, which takes some getting used to. There will be interaction with other players. On the other hand, MMO players will need to know that a lot of the visual appearance has roots in Skyrim, which results in a very minimal UI. There will be solo players and players looking for "immersion" in the game with you.

    The game world is exceptional. Graphics and audio quality are more than acceptable to me, with just a slight amount of visual stutter in the game when turning or moving fast. Controls are intuitive, but not very customizable, so if you have an unusual preference for what buttons do, be aware. Combat is heavy on spells, which is different from a typical Elder Scrolls game. It is very dynamic and requires some moving around in order to avoid attacks and maintain a target. This is not a game where you stand in one spot and press buttons. Crafting in the game is easy to understand and the craftable items do compete well with drops. Crafting can get tedious if too much is attempted all at once. Trade with other players is through direct trade and guild stores, rather than an auction house, and fits well into the Elder Scrolls universe. Since you can be in up to 5 guilds, the options for trade through the guilds works well.

    The UI is very bare bones and things are definitely missing that one might expect in an MMO. MMO players that are expecting a wealth of data flowing across the screen and lots of informative text everywhere will find combat more challenging. Information about what is happening comes from visual clues in the game world instead of text and icons. No add-on support makes this particularly challenging for players coming over from the PC version. This is not insurmountable and players can become skilled at combat even without the traditional MMO information on the screen.

    Some basic RPG elements are also not in the current version of the game. There is no text chat, so everything is done with the player's voice. Housing is not currently in the game, nor is there any way to change the character appearance. The character appearance is highly customizable at creation time and there are 9 bi-pedal races to choose from. Armor and clothing can be colored. The result is a wide variety of character appearance in the game.

    The game gets a base rating of 8. The detailed game world is out of the park and gets it a boost to 10. With no other problems, it would stay there, but the slight stutter during movement, some bugs in the game that cause black or invisible players, NPCs, and monsters for a few seconds, the lack of an easy to access MUTE button for voice chat all subtract a point. None of these prevent game play and the game is still very playable and enjoyable on the PS4 platform. I am not concerned about missing features, like text chat, barber shop, housing, and combat text so there is no rathing change for that. Bottom line is that it is a 9 for me.    … Expand
  51. mittens
    Jun 10, 2015
    9
    So far only a few hours logged in the game but my initial impressions have been positive. Yes right at midnight there were delays and the server bogged down as 100,000 people tried to log in at the same time. The next morning it was smooth and on day 2, I have had no issues logging in.

    Purchase the game and then play. No monthly game fee/subscription but a PS Plus membership is    So far only a few hours logged in the game but my initial impressions have been positive. Yes right at midnight there were delays and the server bogged down as 100,000 people tried to log in at the same time. The next morning it was smooth and on day 2, I have had no issues logging in.

    Purchase the game and then play. No monthly game fee/subscription but a PS Plus membership is required.

    Now for the game itself, let me start by saying I am a fan of previous Bethesda titles from Daggerfall to Skyrim. This game tries to capture the same feel and I think does a fairly decent job of it. Not everything can be interacted with, but a lot of it can. The initial start to the game was straight forward and ran as a little tutorial to the game. It was not tedious nor did it seem rushed. This covered the basic of interacting with options, combat and level up / skills. Nothing really yet on crafting and once you leave the area, it's more or less you are on your own. I don't mind that as it does leave some mystery of exploration for you.

    The quests have been enjoyable and I haven't had to abandon one yet or got stuck. I've only done solo play and am now level 7. The visuals are decent and sound effects have also been what you would come to expect from the series.

    Please keep in mind the game has changed a ton since the initial negative PC release. Subsequently a lot has been improved (include now the PC version) and I think the release has been alright. Controls for the console are not clumsy and easily access your skills and abilities. Combat is fluid and fun requiring attacks, blocks, stuns, power attacks or rolls. On the console version it allows you to create up to 8 characters.

    I think a lot of the negative reviews are from people who perhaps have not actually played the console version and are just lambasting it because they are still bitter from a poor pc release? Is this game a 10? Well to me it would have been an 8.5 but I rounded up to a 9 for the metacritic scale. I'm really enjoying it solo, your mileage may vary.

    If you like MMOs and enjoyed Oblivion / Skyrim then you should do yourself a favour and pick this title up.    … Expand
  52. Watson17k
    Jun 11, 2015
    9
    Re-reviewing this game as I have been playing nonstop for the past 2 days! This game is epic! It's worthy or calling itself Elder Scrolls online as it is the most non repetitive MMORPG out today. I'm a huge fan of FF XIV ARR, but I would have to say this one takes the dice and I haven't even hit the dungeons yet. The story telling is superb compared to many MMOs out there to this day, theRe-reviewing this game as I have been playing nonstop for the past 2 days! This game is epic! It's worthy or calling itself Elder Scrolls online as it is the most non repetitive MMORPG out today. I'm a huge fan of FF XIV ARR, but I would have to say this one takes the dice and I haven't even hit the dungeons yet. The story telling is superb compared to many MMOs out there to this day, the combat is different from Skyrim, but the style is the same. The map is HUGE, bigger than any Elder Scrolls game to date, I seriously can't stop playing this game and recommend it to any MMORPG player. If you are looking for a game like Witcher 3, Dragon Age, or Fallout, you are may end up disappointed. But, if you love MMORPGs, this game is a game changer.… Expand
  53. bcdserra
    Jun 11, 2015
    9
    It appears that the scores on this review page are a direct reflection of the users intellect. Example with "How can you claim 600hrs of gameplay on RELEASE DAY" and a guy giving 0 because he doesn't like following arrows....One can be explained and one has a very simple solution, if you don't know then by all means, give this game a low score too.
  54. MJKenobi
    Jun 11, 2015
    9
    Happy Days, I am back in Tamriel, or is it Morrowind – who cares? I love this game! It is both Skyrim and Oblivion and all that you know and love and have dedicated a large chunk of your life to but ultimately this is The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited and by golly is it beautiful. It has been so much fun meeting the myriad of characters and taking quests, then completing thoseHappy Days, I am back in Tamriel, or is it Morrowind – who cares? I love this game! It is both Skyrim and Oblivion and all that you know and love and have dedicated a large chunk of your life to but ultimately this is The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited and by golly is it beautiful. It has been so much fun meeting the myriad of characters and taking quests, then completing those quests and discovering new areas with yet more quests. I haven’t done any of the PvP or team missions yet. I haven’t made a friend or friends but I know I will and I can't wait.

    I play on excited knowing that after 10 hours I have barely scratched the surface of this monumental monolith of a game. Who or what the hell is waiting for me just round the corner or over that ridge. What villages and dungeons will I find, what oddity do I see before me? And who will join me on this epic quest?

    Here is a tip, jump off the top of everything; take a huge leap of faith. You will get hurt but you will recover quickly and boy is it fun each and every time. I’m bound to die at some point but I don’t care I can regenerate right where I landed – fantastic!

    If you are a fan of these games don't waste any more time, go buy it - you won't be disappointed. This time it’s an MMORPG so it is busy, new, incredibly exciting and a ton of fun. If you have never played before, take a big leap, jump in, the water is warm and you are most welcome.

    This one is for the gamers – 9/10    … Expand
  55. Box0fSunshine
    Jun 13, 2015
    9
    I am having so much fun with this game. It's like 5 games in 1! This is honestly the only game I'll need for the next year. There's so much content! I'm loving the quests so far and there's a lot of lore I'm learning firsthand. I'm so excited to get to explore all the parts of Tamriel we haven't seen in the series yet. I've loved playing Elder Scrolls games since Morrowind and I've lovedI am having so much fun with this game. It's like 5 games in 1! This is honestly the only game I'll need for the next year. There's so much content! I'm loving the quests so far and there's a lot of lore I'm learning firsthand. I'm so excited to get to explore all the parts of Tamriel we haven't seen in the series yet. I've loved playing Elder Scrolls games since Morrowind and I've loved the sense of adventure and exploration. To me, that same sense of adventure is perfectly captured here. I'm definitely going to get lost in this for a while. It's beautiful. The environments, the music... it's all so well done.

    This is just like playing an Elder Scrolls game but your friends are there too! We're already forming new inside jokes and sharing laughs. This is so much fun.

    It's not a perfect 10 though for a couple reasons:

    - It's a little glitchy at the moment and sometimes you get stuck in a loading screen for 10 minutes or more, but this doesn't happen very often and has a lot to do with your internet connection.

    - Third person is really the only way to be in combat and know what's going on unless you're ranged.

    - The quick chat commands should have more commands. Something like some Campaign only ones would be nice too.    … Expand
  56. Hellboundglory6
    Jun 13, 2015
    9
    Great game with tons to do. I've already invested several hours in the game and I have enjoyed all of it. I highly recommend it. It's my first MMORPG.
  57. smellyferrett
    Jun 14, 2015
    9
    I'm a huge elder scrolls fan and this doesn't disappoint. The levelling is fun and varied, the areas are well designed, and the bugs are few and far between atm. I'm level 32 now and having a blast with my templar. All the zero scores seem to complain about server issues in the first few days, you can pay no attention to those, the game is now fine. Jump in, you won't regret it.

    It's a    I'm a huge elder scrolls fan and this doesn't disappoint. The levelling is fun and varied, the areas are well designed, and the bugs are few and far between atm. I'm level 32 now and having a blast with my templar. All the zero scores seem to complain about server issues in the first few days, you can pay no attention to those, the game is now fine. Jump in, you won't regret it.

    It's a cross between skyrim and an mmo, but a bit more expansive on skills than skyrim ever was... This game will never please everyone, because its not a pure mmo or a pure elder scrolls.

    What this is an action mmo with great gfx and fun gameplay.    … Expand
  58. kraziewhitegui
    Jun 16, 2015
    9
    Aside from a few ui errors upon logging in the game launch we smooth for myself. I played the pc version the majority of the way through. This version seems well put together. I am finding myself more engrossed day to day. The biggest complaint I have is that when I first got home with the game and inserted the disc, there was a 18gb update to download. That was very frustrating.
  59. Athio
    Jun 16, 2015
    9
    Eso features an interesting leveling, combat, and end game combat along with unique crafting. The four classes are balanced while being fun to play and the pvp is great for large groups but lacks good support for small scale pvp and dueling. While the decision to exclude a trading house is radical, it actually makes buying more interesting as you check the multiple guild traders in everyEso features an interesting leveling, combat, and end game combat along with unique crafting. The four classes are balanced while being fun to play and the pvp is great for large groups but lacks good support for small scale pvp and dueling. While the decision to exclude a trading house is radical, it actually makes buying more interesting as you check the multiple guild traders in every city looking for that last rare piece of a set that you need.

    The only frustrating part for me is the veteran rank system, the lack of small scale pvp support, and some of the ways the mmo blends into the leveling.

    The veteran rank system was promised to be phased out before the console launch to the champion point system, but apparently deadlines weren't meet. In the champion point system your rewarded for playing beyond the max level of 50 by getting points that make you marginally better at something like mana recovery or dodge roll cost for your choice in multiple trees. This seems fair since it makes a player that has been playing hardcore for the last year only 10-15% better then a fresh new lv 50. The points diminish exponentially so that means if you have 100 points and another play has 250 they might have 5.6% better dodge roll cost, mana recovery, resistance to fire, ect. while you have 3% better. The champion point system is great since it levels the playing feild relatively while still giving long term players a slight edge and a reason to keep playing. The points are also account bound wich means leveling another character to lv 50 will be a walk in in the park with any reasonable amount of champion points.

    However with the vet rank system in place if your vr 1 aka lv 50 you have significantly lower base stats then someone that is vr 14 the "True" max level. While it sucks you can grind in a good spot for 20 hours and hit vr 14, but oh well what's a mmo without grinding? However hopefully Bethesta will finish the last stage of the vet system to champion point system transition soon.

    Small scale pvp can be kind of hard to fine in eso, the best method is to get in between a keep that is being attacked and the faction that's attacking it, then trying to pick off the tail end of a zerg re spawn. Most small fights will turn into a 1 vs 3 or a 2 vs 6, but if your skilled enough you can win even while massively outnumbered.( watch syper pk on youtube for examples.) Their are good clans that support dueling but still it's disappointing to not be able to stake in an arena for 1vs1 or 3vs3 fights.

    The only disappointing thing about the leveling is that while the major quest ( The ones marked on the map with a castle or temple symbol) feel very much like the elder scrolls, the map is very linear and you can't explore quite like you did in Skyrim. Also expect some odd minor fetch quest that are laying around the area. The fun part of leveling is the world bosses, anchor mob fights, and the public dungeons you can do.

    Overall a great mmo with great graphics, gameplay, lategame content, early game content, and story line without a subscription fee.    … Expand
  60. 7154
    Jun 16, 2015
    9
    After playing the beta and later a free trial on the pc, I was left underwhelmed. However, I decided to get the game on the PS4 since a friend was as well, and so far it's been great. The game just feels better in general on a console, and after a rough start on pc, it finally feels much more like an actual Elder Scrolls game rather than a generic mmo with an elder scrolls theme. There areAfter playing the beta and later a free trial on the pc, I was left underwhelmed. However, I decided to get the game on the PS4 since a friend was as well, and so far it's been great. The game just feels better in general on a console, and after a rough start on pc, it finally feels much more like an actual Elder Scrolls game rather than a generic mmo with an elder scrolls theme. There are some things that could improve, such as refining area wide voice chat a bit, but all in all it's well done.… Expand
  61. EduardoMeyer
    Jun 17, 2015
    9
    I don't understand why people are hating this game so much. It's a very good game, all things considered. Graphics are not the best, but it doesn't matter, the gameplay works perfect and the story, as far as I palyed, is great. It's not Skyrim, it's a legit Elder Scrolls game and that is good enough.
  62. sa35killer
    Jun 21, 2015
    9
    Although elder scrolls online is not like other mmo's it is one of the best games which can be found on ps 4 xbox and pc if you have ever played runescape this game is exactly like it. It has some of the most beautiful environments and soundtracks , the story blows your mind and the quest's although sometimes they can be a little bit boring 96 percent of them are fun and creative. TheAlthough elder scrolls online is not like other mmo's it is one of the best games which can be found on ps 4 xbox and pc if you have ever played runescape this game is exactly like it. It has some of the most beautiful environments and soundtracks , the story blows your mind and the quest's although sometimes they can be a little bit boring 96 percent of them are fun and creative. The guilds in the game allow special abilities when you join a guild ,this makes them more fun to join because they have a purpose . Its fun to interact with other player and sometimes they can help you defeat certain enemies which is very helpful . Smithing is so fun in this game that I spent 3 hours smithing the game makes things which were minor in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim come alive it makes players want to do them and enjoy doing them. I suggest if you are a fan of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim you should buy it but don't expect the same game expect a new experience which incorporates the beauty of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and the new great and wonderful mechanics in elder scrolls online this game will be worth you'r time… Expand
  63. Don_Paulos
    Jun 25, 2015
    9
    Great game, only thing stopping it being a 10 is the lack of consequence for dying. Otherwise, best MMORPG out the at the moment. Great looking and full of atmosphere.
  64. RLunardelli
    Jun 25, 2015
    9
    I'm liking the game, this is my first time playing an Elders Scrolls franchise game, and the experience is exciting like i had in WoW some years ago. I'll give a 9 because the idea of "late game" of PvE is a little empty to me at the moment, maybe is because there isn't, much players in high levels now.
  65. summattosay
    Jul 9, 2015
    9
    There were 2 games that I wanted when I bought my PS4, Destiny and Elder Scrolls Online, so I was disappointed when Elder Scrolls came out on the PC but not consoles. I bought it on PC anyway and absolutely hated it. Then it came out on the PS4 and I thought I'd leave it alone, but I didn't, I bought it. Quietly. Without letting anyone know. In case it was still a pile of **** It wasn't.There were 2 games that I wanted when I bought my PS4, Destiny and Elder Scrolls Online, so I was disappointed when Elder Scrolls came out on the PC but not consoles. I bought it on PC anyway and absolutely hated it. Then it came out on the PS4 and I thought I'd leave it alone, but I didn't, I bought it. Quietly. Without letting anyone know. In case it was still a pile of **** It wasn't. It began the same way, in the same area but once I was lose in Tamriel the real fun began. This was what I was expecting last year! A fun experience set in the Elder Scrolls Universe. I was a third of the way through the Witcher 3 when I bought this. Sadly Geralt can wait. I love this game. The quests that lure you in, the voice acting, the music, the graphics, the distant hills and mountains that you can walk to, the crafting, the enchanting, the "feeling" of power in the magic strikes, the plots. I haven't even begun with the PVP or specialised in a guild tree or any of that yet. This is just a great piece of entertainment that takes you along for the ride. And unlike Destiny, I don't have to do the same thing over and over and over again. Any undecideds out there, jump in it's awesome. (I'm actually considering taking out the ESO Plus subscription I like it that much). Love the references to all the other Elder Scrolls areas, that are so familiar from playing the other games, love the lore, the books, the hints to the hidden treasures...I could go on. I thought FF14 ARR was good, this, is even better as far as I'm concerned. Can't wait to get back to Ebonheart.… Expand
  66. Daniel_N
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    The Elder Scrolls Online is a unique RPG that allows for further character customization options that previous installments of the series lacked, with the inclusion of clean graphics and a unique music score. However, the carry weight feature and active quest “feature” can be a bit annoying, and the controls may take a bit to adjust to.
  67. LockdownZ
    Jan 7, 2019
    9
    I already was a big Elder Scrolls fanboy, but this game improved that even more. I love the gigantic world full with quests, activities and creatures to defeat. While it takes time getting used to this game when you've put over 500 hours into Skyrim, this game is definitely worth it. I'm currently level 110 (champion rank) and never spent a cent on ESO plus, or crowns as the normal gameI already was a big Elder Scrolls fanboy, but this game improved that even more. I love the gigantic world full with quests, activities and creatures to defeat. While it takes time getting used to this game when you've put over 500 hours into Skyrim, this game is definitely worth it. I'm currently level 110 (champion rank) and never spent a cent on ESO plus, or crowns as the normal game brings a lot of content to the table already. I own the 2 major DLC, but have not started them yet, as the main game takes a lot of time. Amazing game overall!… Expand
  68. Marko24778
    Jan 29, 2021
    9
    ESO is the best MMORPG there is on console. The open world is huge and expansive with lots of places to explore and plenty of bosses to fight. There are so many ways that you can build your character and I'm not just talking about the amazing character customisation but also the various skill lines that are available. You could be a shield wielding vampire or a sword slashing werewolf, noESO is the best MMORPG there is on console. The open world is huge and expansive with lots of places to explore and plenty of bosses to fight. There are so many ways that you can build your character and I'm not just talking about the amazing character customisation but also the various skill lines that are available. You could be a shield wielding vampire or a sword slashing werewolf, no matter how good or bad the combo is, if you can dream it you can do it (9 times out of 10).

    I have heard a few complaints about crafting, but to be honest you probably won't find yourself crafting too often. The only time you will craft is to upgrade a weapon but you will only start doing that at a high level and by then you will already have the majority of the resources you need. At first I was disappointed to find the models for certain places were not like those of Skyrim but I later came to accept that ESO is its own game.

    That being said, it is rich with lore and provides an opportunity for any RPG fan's creativity to go wild. Whilst I accept that the game has had its own problems in the past, it has really improved since then. So, if you are a fan of MMORPG's then this is the game for you.    … Expand
  69. elijahlape
    Mar 24, 2022
    9
    Incredibly fun and enjoyable game. I've spent over 1000 hours on PS4 and PS5 combined, met many great friends, had a lot of fun in PvE, PvP, and in other non-combat events. This is truly a wonderful MMO, and a fantastic Elder Scrolls game lore- and exploration-wise!
  70. Wraithe1
    Aug 25, 2015
    8
    I've never seen this many fake prop up reviews in my life. Two lines of comment, and each one targeting a different marketable aspect. All written with the same cheesy, gratuitous writing style....pathetic.

    Anyway, I generally have liked most of my experience with this game. The graphics, scale, and game mechanics have all been better than expected for me. There is the occasional boss    I've never seen this many fake prop up reviews in my life. Two lines of comment, and each one targeting a different marketable aspect. All written with the same cheesy, gratuitous writing style....pathetic.

    Anyway, I generally have liked most of my experience with this game. The graphics, scale, and game mechanics have all been better than expected for me. There is the occasional boss that doesn't want to spawn, and every now and again you can't get the the usable item promp to appear to open a door, or manipulate an item so you have to re-log, but overall its been a pretty bug-free experience for me. I've been moderately hooked for well over a month now. The only part that really bothers me is that all the quests seem to be localized to their immediate areas and there isn't much challenge to them. The veteran level dungeons are a different story all-together though. Their difficulty has kept my interest along with the massive variety of crafting options. Not the best MMO I've ever played, but quite enjoyable. Solid 8! Might be a 9 if they can figure a way to keep the potty-mouth losers off their mics in the major hubs. My kids will not play this game. A worthy purchase for adults.    … Expand
  71. Warlock_Holmez
    Jun 16, 2015
    8
    This game has been closer to a 9.5 for me so far, but I don't want people to bypass my review like all these 0s and 10s trying to sway the score their way.

    ESO has hit all the right notes personally. Beautiful universe, massive world, great art direction, exploration of Tamriel, epic medieval PvP, and great group-rpg-PvE. You can build your character almost exactly how you want.    This game has been closer to a 9.5 for me so far, but I don't want people to bypass my review like all these 0s and 10s trying to sway the score their way.

    ESO has hit all the right notes personally. Beautiful universe, massive world, great art direction, exploration of Tamriel, epic medieval PvP, and great group-rpg-PvE.

    You can build your character almost exactly how you want. Wield a two-handed battle axe while slinging fireballs and lighting. Be a powerful caster with strong stealth abilities that can pull out a bow when desired. Sorcerer tank anyone? Can't make up your mind? Become a jack-of-all-trades or even a master crafter to supply your friends and guild with powerful gear. There's so many options and styles.

    As far as the feel on console, I am thoroughly enjoying it. There are a lot of keybindings and some of them can be a little awkward to use (quick emotes, potions, and weapon swapping are all bound to the d-pad which requires you to take your thumb off the movement sticks), but overall it feels great to sit back on the couch with your hands in a comfortable position and play on a big screen.

    The lack of text chat could make or break the game for some. If you have friends that play or are very sociable in voice chat, it shouldn't be an issue. I have actually enjoyed not seeing all the chat channels. It makes the universe feel more real and immersive. It makes trading more interesting too. Players have created "trade guilds" that anyone can join to list their wares in the guild store, accessible for players at any bank location. (ie I have joined one that already has over 200 players in the first week. I'm able to list my items and search for items I want. Sales get mailed directly to you)

    Combat is superior to any MMO I have played and I like it much more than Skyrim's. While Skyrim may feel slightly more physical and realistic, the lack of skills, abilities, and spells causes it to fall very short for me. It feels great to aim and swing/shoot, opposed to tab-targeting in most MMOs.

    Questing has always been my worst nightmare in MMOs, but I have to admit this is the smoothest I've seen. ESO's compass UI is quite different than the typical "mini-map" and keeps you moving in the right direction without taking up much space. Questing still takes a very long time to reach level 50 (around 100 hours if you're quick), which is good or bad depending on what aspects of the game you're looking forward to.

    PvP in the central zone, Cyrodiil, is lots of fun. It's huge scale combat. The three player factions battle for the control of large keeps and ultimately the city in the center of the map. The keeps themselves are massive and require large groups a players to construct siege weapons to attack and defend. It is very satisfying to knock down a keep and claim it for your faction with 100s of others. It really feels like a battlefield. On the other hand, it can feel very "zergy" where large groups of players travel together and clear everything in their path. But when two equally large groups meet, it becomes very intense and fun. Small scales combat can be found too if you look for it. Camping out choke points to ambush enemy reinforcements can be a strong strategy to aid your faction.

    I've only just reached level 50, where much of the endgame has opened up for me to explore so I cannot review any further. So far I am very impressed and if you are looking for an Elder Scrolls style game to play along side your friends I would strongly encourage you to try ESO for console.    … Expand
  72. Arthainius
    Aug 25, 2015
    8
    Once again I find myself reviewing a game after most the bugs have been worked out so my experience with the game has been great. Again for the readers sake I will list my cons first then my pros. Cons- 16gb patch to get started playing. That can be a bit daunting for someone who thought they were going to pop the disc in and be playing within an hour. The next con I would have to list isOnce again I find myself reviewing a game after most the bugs have been worked out so my experience with the game has been great. Again for the readers sake I will list my cons first then my pros. Cons- 16gb patch to get started playing. That can be a bit daunting for someone who thought they were going to pop the disc in and be playing within an hour. The next con I would have to list is the way hit frames. Im not sure if i should complain about the frames or the small amount of lag but I have had multiple times where the latency is just barely keeping my opponent out of range while their moving even if im following right behind them. My last con worth listing is the trading. There really needs to be some type of free market instead of having guilds with vendors. It is creating an environment where you have to have huge guilds to afford the vendor. We didn't get our normal vendor location this week even with a 815k gold bid. Pros - Its a very good quality MMO that has constant development with no forced subscription. You can play at the absolute top level in this game with no subscription. Yes there are small perks to premium but nothing that gives an unfair competitive advantage. Also keeping in mind this is an MMO it looks amazing. I did not think the PS4 had the hardware to run the game as well as it does. Even in large towns where there are 50+ people in one building you get amazing looking textures on everyone's armor. The story and voice acting are also very good. There are so many games out there that just have you read through conversations where as almost every single npc in ESO talks with multiple lines of dialogue. For those of us who really enjoy immersion this is a great way to keep the experience going. Overall no the game is not perfect but it is definitely better then what the critics sid.… Expand
  73. Rogeriser
    May 23, 2016
    8
    Its not perfect and the storyline and side quests can be very tedious if your on your own, however its by far the deepest and largest RPG on PS4 with some excellent multiplayer aspects, amazing leveling system with endless upgrades, armor and weapons etc..

    Good fantasy atmosphere with HUGE maps.
  74. RATTY
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    hmm where to start, the game is very good as far as mmos are its the only one that has ever gotten me to stay, the combat is fun and you can mix a match skills, the graphics are beautiful when the sun is rising and with the sun light going through the trees, thought the npc models can look plastic at times,

    Now for technical, there are some issues with the game but i haven't seen a game    hmm where to start, the game is very good as far as mmos are its the only one that has ever gotten me to stay, the combat is fun and you can mix a match skills, the graphics are beautiful when the sun is rising and with the sun light going through the trees, thought the npc models can look plastic at times,

    Now for technical, there are some issues with the game but i haven't seen a game breaking bug yet, but my friend had one where enemy mobs would not spawn and had to reboot the game, major cities where new players start out stutter very much meaning the game will freeze for like 2 seconds then continue to run i think its a servers issue and will be addressed in the future.

    Verdict i like it very much and will be sticking with this as my main mmo, Now i must say this if you were expecting Skyrim 2 and was disappointed that its not and was told time and time again that its an mmo you have no one to blame but yourself, and you shouldn't get mad because you wasted 60 bucks, All in all ill give it an 8 out of 10 there is room for improvement but will only get better from here on out.    … Expand
  75. 10mooses
    Jun 25, 2015
    8
    Go over there, beat up some guys and then come back here and tell me all about it.
    Sounds pish doesn't it? It's not though. It's really good. No idea why but it is.
    I'm not even a particularly big fan of previous elder scrolls game.
  76. Drizzt225
    Jul 19, 2015
    8
    First, lets get a few things straight: This is not Skyrim. If you cannot review this game without giving it negative marks because you are comparing it to Skyrim, then you shouldn't be reviewing this game. If you don't like online games(this is for you Lazlo21), then don't write a review of a game called The Elder Scrolls Online. Thats like writing a review on a football game but you don'tFirst, lets get a few things straight: This is not Skyrim. If you cannot review this game without giving it negative marks because you are comparing it to Skyrim, then you shouldn't be reviewing this game. If you don't like online games(this is for you Lazlo21), then don't write a review of a game called The Elder Scrolls Online. Thats like writing a review on a football game but you don't like football. If you don't understand what the term MMORPG means, then don't write a negative review on this game (this is for you Reieto). You people sound stupid comparing this game to another game in another genre. Yes, i played Skyrim...awesome game in its own right. But Skyrim is not a MMO, just like ESO is not a single player game. Also, Skyrim was not online, so all these complaints about graphics and feel of the game, you didn't play Skyrim on a server with others sharing your world. So graphics were not gonna be strained by outside sources. Duh!! Now, back to review:

    This game by far is the best looking MMORPG on PS4. DC Universe does not look this good, FFXIV doesn't have the amount of detain this game has. I can literally sit in one place and watch the sun rise and set, watch weather gradually change from sunny to overcast to raining/storming, watching clouds roll across the sky. Environment looks amazing, especially compared to other MMO's out on PS4. (Skyrim is not an MMO, stop comparing this game to that game). The lighting is superb, character designs are very good, and its completely voice-acted. How many other MMO can say that?

    The story is good as well, but what I like about the storytelling and the quest that many other MMO's(looking at you FFXIV) don't accomplish is the feeling that your choices changes part of the story and the landscape of the game. I have a choice, do I save the spirits of a town from eternal damnation, but in doing so allow the town to be a danger to the living(monsters and such inhabit the town), or do I allow the spirits no rest, which prevents other demons and monsters from staying, making the town safe for travelers. You don't get that in other MMO now. I feel like my choices matter, as though I'm living in the game world, not just following a story that Im just along for the ride.

    Gameplay is good. It could be better, but it works for this game. I've played other MMO where you just select a rotation of skills and spam them all day. This game is more action-oriented but there is still more strategy and customization in you character than the other big MMO RPG out. The fact I can have my mage wear full body armor or have my tank rocking a bow, the roles aren't determined by the race and weapon equipped more so than how you build your character and what skills you have equipped.

    The world is huge, the amount of things to do is enormous, and its fun. And its free. I get more from this game as a free sub than I get paying 14.99/month for FFXIV. Based on that, this game gets a 8/10    … Expand
  77. PBandJTesting
    Jul 6, 2015
    8
    This game is full of gameplay you'd still expect from Elder Scrolls. Tamriel is a great game with lots of upgrades and entertainment for multiplayer online. There's a few bugs and repetitive elements, but still lots of fun. Definitely a game anyone would enjoy.
  78. rocco0425
    Jun 29, 2015
    8
    This game is not a 10, it is not perfect but it is also not bad enough to give it anything under a 7. It does nothing revolutionary, but its a fun game and the pvp is awesome. This game is not for everyone, and some will expect it to play like skyrim and they will be mad and give the game a 0 and thats fine, but if you go in expecting an average mmo experience and you have friends to playThis game is not a 10, it is not perfect but it is also not bad enough to give it anything under a 7. It does nothing revolutionary, but its a fun game and the pvp is awesome. This game is not for everyone, and some will expect it to play like skyrim and they will be mad and give the game a 0 and thats fine, but if you go in expecting an average mmo experience and you have friends to play with then you will enjoy this game.… Expand
  79. willmoy38
    Jun 17, 2015
    8
    Server issues aside, the game is much better than many people claim it is. It really surpassed my expectations given the inexperience of Bethesda in the MMO genre. I really don't see what many dislike about this game.
  80. 7oxic7omaHawk
    Jun 9, 2015
    8
    You know i've talked to a few of the people on there and they are satisfied with the new ESO, in my opinion its a great game and I thought it was cool a bit hard at first but when you get the basics down its pretty fun.
  81. flamespeak
    Jun 10, 2015
    8
    The Elder Scrolls online is a damn fine MMO game. Your options are limited compared to a vanilla Elder Scrolls title with your abilities being locked into your class choice, however, the first person exploration and questing mechanic from the stand alone titles is in full force. Graphically it is weaker than a typical title of the current generation of gaming, however, it is still prettyThe Elder Scrolls online is a damn fine MMO game. Your options are limited compared to a vanilla Elder Scrolls title with your abilities being locked into your class choice, however, the first person exploration and questing mechanic from the stand alone titles is in full force. Graphically it is weaker than a typical title of the current generation of gaming, however, it is still pretty and the visuals are all fitting for the content. The voice over work is hit or miss but at least everybody HAS voice overs instead of only key characters with walls of text for the npc like in most MMOs these days. The crafting system is well done and a all of them offer clear benefits, even a humble chef can whip up meals with pretty hefty buffs to health, stamina, and magicka (both base values and regeneration rates) that last for a long time (over half and hour).
    There are a few technical issues that plague the game though. The frames per second will drop on ocassion in some of the busier home worlds (very rarely when out questing though), there is a problem with the log-in feature where it will show you only have 1 second to wait in the queue to go online to play but the actual wait time is actually closer to ten minutes. I understand being stingy with weapon drops but playing for four hours before I find a basic one-handed weapon and shield is a bit silly, unless I just opt to steal them (which I won't do because I am champion for good). The player base also needs to rethink how to play the title being used to solo adventures, many don't know to let the tank be a tank and take some damage and taunt enemies while they pepper them with magic and bows AFTER the tank go aggro instead of relying on that every so tempting first strike and get smashed as a result for pulling in a major baddie too fast.. On the whole though, this is the only MMO that has held my attention for over 10 hours, and that is saying a whole lot. Especially when, even as I type this, I want to go play some more and explore the vast world of Tamriel.

    I highly recommend the game if you are looking for a large open world RPG with loads of friends to join in on the fun, but it still has a ways to go before I could see it getting a 10/10 because of the technical issues present.    … Expand
  82. rsh1990
    Jun 11, 2015
    8
    I'm not going to get caught up in the battling of the zeros and the tens but I do love this game. I read a lot of the reviews for the PC release and I feel like this game fixed a lot of the issues that version had. Playing this game with my friends is one reason I love this game, it is a multiplayer game so it was made to be played with friends, but when my friends can’t play thatI'm not going to get caught up in the battling of the zeros and the tens but I do love this game. I read a lot of the reviews for the PC release and I feel like this game fixed a lot of the issues that version had. Playing this game with my friends is one reason I love this game, it is a multiplayer game so it was made to be played with friends, but when my friends can’t play that doesn't stop me from going on and having a great time exploring the world and doing the missions. I feel like this game works extremely well on consoles but I’m biased because I always preferred a console since I grew up on Nintendo. If you are a fan of the series give this game a shot, it reminds me a lot of Skyrim which by the way if you go look at that game the users gave it a 60% so that shows you how well user ratings can be trusted.… Expand
  83. Earthwormben
    Jun 12, 2015
    8
    I didn't buy this due to a poor experience with the PC version, but when my friend asked me to pick up his pre-order whilst away I got a chance to check it out. I was convinced that for the £45 and no monthly fee that this "new" game from what I was used to was worth buying. 4 days in and I can say this is worthy of the Elder Scrolls name, maybe not as good as the main series of games butI didn't buy this due to a poor experience with the PC version, but when my friend asked me to pick up his pre-order whilst away I got a chance to check it out. I was convinced that for the £45 and no monthly fee that this "new" game from what I was used to was worth buying. 4 days in and I can say this is worthy of the Elder Scrolls name, maybe not as good as the main series of games but then again I haven't even got to PVP yet… Expand
  84. Shdwwhyspr
    Jun 16, 2015
    8
    Played the PC version and enjoyed it. After while left as wasn't able to commit enough time to warrant the subscription. Always planned on grabbing the PS4 version when it came out as I the controller interface appealed to me and I had sufficient fun to warrant picking it up again now that the subscription model is no longer there. A few minor log in issues on day one, but haven'tPlayed the PC version and enjoyed it. After while left as wasn't able to commit enough time to warrant the subscription. Always planned on grabbing the PS4 version when it came out as I the controller interface appealed to me and I had sufficient fun to warrant picking it up again now that the subscription model is no longer there. A few minor log in issues on day one, but haven't experienced any issues since then so not going to hold that against them. Quests are entertaining enough and I enjoy the voice acting. Yes, its not the highest quality but I find I relate more to the characters with it. Graphics are solid, only my opinion though. Seems to be a number a people who have issues with them but considering the scale of the game I think they hold up quite well. I certainly haven't spent my time in the world thinking to myself "ugh, these graphics are just terrible". Thus far my experiences on the PS4 have been positive. Haven't experienced any real issues and the gameplay has been entertaining enough to ensure that most of my free time since launch has been spent playing.… Expand
  85. Metalheadtim
    Jun 27, 2015
    8
    When I first heard the Elder Scrolls universe was going to become a mmo I was intrigued by the endless possibilities that come with the territory. Straying from the formula that made it a juggernaunt among it's peers, Bethesda decided to cash in on the mmo craze. It's pc counterpart never lived up to expectations and many wondered if it would ever hit consoles after a lengthy delay. Don'tWhen I first heard the Elder Scrolls universe was going to become a mmo I was intrigued by the endless possibilities that come with the territory. Straying from the formula that made it a juggernaunt among it's peers, Bethesda decided to cash in on the mmo craze. It's pc counterpart never lived up to expectations and many wondered if it would ever hit consoles after a lengthy delay. Don't let the pc version detract you from giving this one a shot. The console version improves on many of the issues that plagued the pc one. MMOs are a dime a dozen on pc, but many console owners have yet to experience a mmo due to the lack of games that are offered. Final Fantasy A Realm Reborn proved that it can work. It was up to Bethesda to deliver an experience that stands toe to toe with the top console rpgs, and for the most part they did. The shear size of the world can be overwhelming at first, but in a good way. Once you get settled into your character and figure out what works for you everything else falls into place. The difficulty did discourage me a little at first, I died multiple times getting worked over by mobs. When I learned how to play my class the correct way that was all a distant memory. I leveled to 50 in less than a month and was left wanting more, little did I realize that was only the beginning. This game easily has hundreds of hours of content, you get what you paid for and then some that's for sure. PvP alone could be a seperate game, it's impressive the amount of stuff that is going on. Like any other mmo you grind on endgame content grouping with others along the way to make your toon an unstoppable force. The graphics do kinda suck, it looks like a last gen game, an early one at that. Gameplay and replayability is where it shines. Do yourself a favor a give this one a shot, you may be surprised.… Expand
  86. Zeddix
    Sep 19, 2015
    8
    The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited is an MMO take on the popular RPG series, The Elder Scrolls. Although it may have many similarities and differences to previous titles, it's still a great game in it's own unique way.

    It's important to note that this game won't be to everyones liking. It places the natural elements of the traditionally popular RPG, and puts them down in a    The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited is an MMO take on the popular RPG series, The Elder Scrolls. Although it may have many similarities and differences to previous titles, it's still a great game in it's own unique way.

    It's important to note that this game won't be to everyones liking. It places the natural elements of the traditionally popular RPG, and puts them down in a completely new environment - filled with multiple-played populated cities, cooperative dungeons, and lots of highly strategic-yet-enjoyable PvP.

    This game surrounds itself in the lore of TES extremely well, with readable books that help you to understand the complexity of the world. Additionally, the NPC's are voiced, which helps to emerse you and make the world seem more believable as you run around, slay monsters, and pretty much do everyone else's 'fetch' quests.

    The level of development for characters in ESO is also pretty varied. When you start the game, you will pick from four classes. However, as is natural in a TES game, these classes do not restrict your equipment or weapons, instead they provide you with individual, yet very useful skill lines, of which you can grow as you level up.

    In terms of the 'MMO' side of things, the game seems to be lacking slightly. The grouping system seems ineffective at times, and there is no real way to socialize with other players - apart from voice chat. There are your typical 'guilds' however, yet these are essential if you wish to auction your hard-earned gear in replacement for something better, as there are no auction houses anywhere!

    Dungeons and PvP can be a varied experience as well. Although it can be rewarding to strategically kill your first boss amongst your friends and other group members, the game really lacks any risk-vs-reward payment for all your hard earned work. Expect bosses to be dropping nothing but loose change, and the occasional green item, as these will most likely be all you get - as the XP rewarded isn't much to write home about either...
    In terms of PvP, the game can be quite fun. It's hard to contain the level of excitement you get from a massive PvP encounter, as they are often quite hectic and crazy. However, it can be a pain to die; just to have to run for 20 minutes to find another encounter.

    This game will be most enjoyable if you have friends to play it with though. The quests can be a blast, and offer better story telling and interaction, compared to more traditional MMO games. Although the combat is different, and done using a hotbar system, there's still more involvement from the player, as you have to time blocks, parry, and dodge AoE attacks. Just dont expect this to play like Skyrim or Oblivion.

    Overall, the game is great. If you are a massive fan of TES lore, or are looking for a new game to play with your friends, then you'll most likely enjoy this too. However if you're more of a single player focused player who's more intrested in intense action games, or perhaps not an MMO fan, you might want to give this a miss.    … Expand
  87. Sheep_198
    Mar 5, 2016
    8
    This is a mix of runescape and skyrim, perfect match. You can relax in the game like fishing, collecting, sightseeing, or get challenged with fun cooperative fights. You can completely customise your character, unlike witcher 3 where you can only play as a male. Great adventure, great dialogues and atmosphere. Will want to spend as much time playing as you can.
  88. Eckztra
    Dec 13, 2015
    8
    story/ missions are generally fun and interesting, story/side missions feel rich in story and lore apposed to just being "go here and kill this number of people because I said so or collect this for me because I said so". elderscrolls online is a game that can be enjoyable played both solo and with friends. the game keeps to the lore of the elderscrolls games. theres fun events to pursue.story/ missions are generally fun and interesting, story/side missions feel rich in story and lore apposed to just being "go here and kill this number of people because I said so or collect this for me because I said so". elderscrolls online is a game that can be enjoyable played both solo and with friends. the game keeps to the lore of the elderscrolls games. theres fun events to pursue. full of content. personally the biggest factor holding this game back for me is the combat, I don't have all 4 of my characters high enough level yet to know if this applys for all clases but as the assian class I'm basically invinciable in PvE as a level 20 id wander into level 50 zones just because ik nothing could kill me and at least they'd pervide some sort of challenge. i really wish they allowed players to tinker with the difficulty mode within the game if enemys did something like 2 of 4 times the amount of damage to me alone combat would feel more invigorating me.… Expand
  89. megabear
    Apr 25, 2017
    8
    Pros: It's not WoW. FF14 felt too close to WoW so I couldn't play it.
    Cons: Herds players into subscription model by giving you too little bag space. That's a big minus for me, otherwise the game gets a solid 9 from me. It's more like a 7.5 due to it but I rounded it up.
  90. unbornchikken
    Oct 3, 2016
    8
    I've accidentally put my PC review there, but Metacritic is so lame, that I cannot delete my misplaced review. However, the game is one of the best RPGs (on PC), but I dunno how it looks or plays like on this console.
  91. Slobr18
    Jun 2, 2016
    8
    The Elder Scrolls Online Is a great addition to the Elder Scrolls universe adding interesting new characters, beautiful landscapes to look at, it has great gameplay and combat. The only flaws I found while playing the game were some bugs and I did get stuck in the ground a couple of times. I would recommend this game to hardcore Elder Scrolls fans and this a great game for MMO players.
  92. destinyfan1
    Feb 12, 2017
    8
    in beginning ok fun then what the **** do i have to do then again an adventure of a lifetime

    positive
    + good combat
    + enormous world with a lot to explore
    + good dungeons
    + enemies , weapons
    + rpg elements
    negative
    - pretty average story
    - in beginning very mediocre ( you don't know what to do )
    push true the wall of questions and you find a very good mmorpg
  93. IsaacFalls
    May 23, 2018
    8
    Its a good MMORPG

    Well designed quests, nice visuals, good combat

    Performance in raids on consoles is lacking
  94. ty92
    May 3, 2019
    8
    The combat in this game is a lot of fun. I played this game a lot. I beat the main quest, and played the Dark Brotherhood DLC. After I got to level 50 and started the champion point system I couldn't get in to any dungeons with anyone. I bought Summerset and the problem I had was the one side quest. It's not fun at all and takes a lot of time. The biggest problem with this game is all theThe combat in this game is a lot of fun. I played this game a lot. I beat the main quest, and played the Dark Brotherhood DLC. After I got to level 50 and started the champion point system I couldn't get in to any dungeons with anyone. I bought Summerset and the problem I had was the one side quest. It's not fun at all and takes a lot of time. The biggest problem with this game is all the bad side quest. Also it takes up over 100GB now. That's a lot when I only have a 500GB PS4. I deleted it but it's still worth playing if you haven't played before. The highs in this game are really high. And the game looks good.… Expand
  95. Split_Decay
    Jun 27, 2018
    8
    (This is an updated review after giving the game some more time)

    Elder Scrolls Online fun intuitive, but bargains with the spite of the MMO hand. This game first had me hating it with connection issues and the feeling of impossible progression, but after giving it another chance has made me feel wanting to breath life into it like I have for the other games in the franchise. Now I    (This is an updated review after giving the game some more time)

    Elder Scrolls Online fun intuitive, but bargains with the spite of the MMO hand. This game first had me hating it with connection issues and the feeling of impossible progression, but after giving it another chance has made me feel wanting to breath life into it like I have for the other games in the franchise.

    Now I will say that this game is not perfect as I'll explain later but the idea is much better to that of many other MMO games some of which even enticing you with being free. So what is special about this shall we say next installment in the Elder Scrolls series, well it has a knack at being well presented and develops on a scale that makes it near possible to flaunt the main missions without the consent of doing other activities.

    The aperture of making the character your own is also ace as it it keeps to the position of what each Scrolls game has been about. The wonder of a diverse skills set and ability to use various armors and weapons has made a versatile and tactile approach that has allowed anyone to be anything, from a Waring Breton mage to a sword sheathing Reguard.

    The look of the game is flawless, well not literally but for the most part as it has that Scrolls feel to it and the pasted MMO you come to expect, but visuals are nothing compared to the delight of the music, and as always it's a joy to sit and listen to.

    The unfortunate point is that whilst you are basking the vast world of Tamriel, the spite of Mr Virtual Shop is around the corner waiting to pick pocket your crowns and give you a vanity pet item for your troubles. This is where the game for me takes one look at you and wipes money across your screen with the hope of drawing you in, but to be honest I'm not surprised after all this game is an MMO.

    To put it in conclusion this game embarks a journey for you to explore the realms of Tamriel, alone or with friends. So if you do buy this be mindful as this is a MMO so yes there is an abundance of paying items and DLC extras, but that aside the core game is very much the Scrolls game you would expect.    … Expand
  96. Thaksin
    Jan 21, 2021
    8
    Открыл для себя абсолютно недавно эту замечательную ММО, пришел в игру на дополнении "Greymoor".
  97. Shaw2266
    Oct 23, 2020
    8
    I’ve had a lot of fun with this game over the years. It does have some cons, I feel you basically need the subscription to make it enjoyable. It is definitely getting worse from a performance standard with each addition to the game. However it’s a huge game, with a large community. It’s easy to just start playing and suddenly realize it’s been 5 hours. There is so much to do from questing,I’ve had a lot of fun with this game over the years. It does have some cons, I feel you basically need the subscription to make it enjoyable. It is definitely getting worse from a performance standard with each addition to the game. However it’s a huge game, with a large community. It’s easy to just start playing and suddenly realize it’s been 5 hours. There is so much to do from questing, dungeons, dailies, and trials. The crafting is reasonable and the trading in the game is great. The questing can get very repetitive though, which is the biggest downfall in my opinion. If you’re considering starting to play this game make sure to join up with a couple large social guilds people are always willing to help and it’s generally a really friendly community.… Expand
  98. DarthPreamp
    Dec 10, 2015
    7
    A disappointment at best. Every mediocre game I have ever played is awesome in the beginning but then fails in an epic way when the game passes its own introduction. The Elder Scrolls Online is exactly this way. A lot of fun until just after level 10. After level 10, the game slows down your progression and rewards for finishing quests, so you can't level up as fast. This is in order toA disappointment at best. Every mediocre game I have ever played is awesome in the beginning but then fails in an epic way when the game passes its own introduction. The Elder Scrolls Online is exactly this way. A lot of fun until just after level 10. After level 10, the game slows down your progression and rewards for finishing quests, so you can't level up as fast. This is in order to coerce you into their fee structure. If you pay their monthly fees, you will level at an appropriate pace to have access to the game. This is annying and under handed. I mean, hey, if you want to make it a 'pay to play' structure, go ahead. But pretending it is not a 'pay to play' structure, when in practical terms, it is a pay to play MMO, this is really really mean, and greedy. The game itself, until level 10, is a good game with good stories, but it is wrapped up in a fee structure that is disingenuous. It is similar to Star Wars the Old Republic in that both espouse a free play model, when in fact they are not free. In order to really level up enough to have access to the world and its stories, you must pay the monthly fee. So to sum up, if you want to pay to play , then this game is good and quite fun. However, if you aren't willing to pay into the Bethesda/Zenimax coffers on a monthly basis, don't waste your time with it.… Expand
  99. sf808
    Jun 13, 2015
    7
    An okay game, but personally feel would be better if they had included the option to turn of the "MO" part of "MMO". you have to run through each mission as quickly as possible to try to negate the ceaseless enemy respawning triggered by the other players - it ruins any kind of immersion the game might have by having the boss you have just killed pop back into existence right before yourAn okay game, but personally feel would be better if they had included the option to turn of the "MO" part of "MMO". you have to run through each mission as quickly as possible to try to negate the ceaseless enemy respawning triggered by the other players - it ruins any kind of immersion the game might have by having the boss you have just killed pop back into existence right before your eyes. I may come back to this game in a year or so, when it is less populated - and i can enjoy it as a more single player orientated game.… Expand
  100. Barhota
    Jun 11, 2015
    7
    So far I like the game its the first of its kind to hit PS4. Maybe those used to the PC MMORPG games expect more but honestly a 0 really? None of you are helping anything.
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  1. games(TM)
    Aug 16, 2015
    80
    A couple of lines of dialogue can often be all you’re given before being plunged into whatever mundane task is expected of you; rare are the significant characters and even rarer are the ones you care about. It just doesn’t maintain the same depth of exploration or profundity that the series is known for, leading to a much quicker-paced Elder Scrolls experience.
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  2. GamePro Germany
    Aug 12, 2015
    86
    Even simple quests cause a chain reaction of new incidents and it's possible to see how the player affects Tamriel. But if you expect something like Skyrim with coop-mode you still have to wait for another game.
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  3. Gamer.nl
    Aug 3, 2015
    65
    This is a nice RPG and a bad MMO. The game is playable without subscriptions and it offers a lot of content to explore. Playing together with other gamers still is not really working properly. It is too bad this game does not impress, even though the development system for characters and the PvP are fun.
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