The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited

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  1. Ryskim
    Jul 1, 2016
    7
    It is a good game. With many hours of gameplay. Lacks text chat, forcing you to either learn how to speak other languages in voicechat or play silent -what mostly happens-. All in all, a text chat will be released in August and even though a classless system would've been much better as in previous games of the franchise, there are lots of combinations and no armor or weapon restrictionsIt is a good game. With many hours of gameplay. Lacks text chat, forcing you to either learn how to speak other languages in voicechat or play silent -what mostly happens-. All in all, a text chat will be released in August and even though a classless system would've been much better as in previous games of the franchise, there are lots of combinations and no armor or weapon restrictions at all. No playable necromancy is a big let down for me, as I've been a Necromancer in both Oblivion and Skyrim. But we're talking about PS4 version so I'll say excellent controls -this game was made to play with a controller clearly- and bad framerates in certain areas. I played even the Beta in the PC version and still some animations are really awful like sprinting and some spellcastings. Didn't they have enough time to rework the animations?… Expand
  2. Bigsolo
    Jun 13, 2015
    7
    This game was very disappointing to begin with and I actually removed it from my drive and put the disc on ebay before a friend convinced me to stick with it a little longer. Upon playing further in the game does actually start going and now I have hit level 10 things are becoming more fun. The combat also gets better as the fights become harder. I still think the graphics are not up toThis game was very disappointing to begin with and I actually removed it from my drive and put the disc on ebay before a friend convinced me to stick with it a little longer. Upon playing further in the game does actually start going and now I have hit level 10 things are becoming more fun. The combat also gets better as the fights become harder. I still think the graphics are not up to much and the frame rate drops are really bad and need fixing ASAP. Hopefully this game will gain an even higher rating as I get more drawn in as on release day I hated it completely...… Expand
  3. Optimus-Prime
    Jun 28, 2015
    7
    I have spent over a 100 hours in this game so far and I am thoroughly enjoying it! The best thing about the game in my opinion is the PvP, I have never played anything like it and playing with friends just makes it all better. DO NOT go into this game thinking its skyrim online otherwise you will just be disappointed. Instead, think of it as a new MMO on consoles and keep an open mind. TheI have spent over a 100 hours in this game so far and I am thoroughly enjoying it! The best thing about the game in my opinion is the PvP, I have never played anything like it and playing with friends just makes it all better. DO NOT go into this game thinking its skyrim online otherwise you will just be disappointed. Instead, think of it as a new MMO on consoles and keep an open mind. The graphics are nothing special but each area is huge and the variety of scenery makes questing interesting although some side quests may feel repetitive at times. The lore is detailed and voice acting makes quests a little more interesting than other MMOs ive played and taking the time to read a few of the details does give some perspective to my characters role in the grand scale of the game. The class system really does shine in this game as I never feel limited to a specific role and working out which skills and loot best suits my playstyle is a joy. This game would get a 8/10 from me if it wasnt for the awful server issues. I understand most MMO can have this problem shortly after launch so hopefully it will be sorted but nothing breaks immersion more than staring at a loading screen for 20 minutes when all you want to do is get right back into the action then you get kicked to the title screen, not acceptable. Good game with huge amounts of content at a reasonable price, unlike most games on the market today, that can appeal to all sorts of players.… Expand
  4. CraigEchols
    May 18, 2017
    7
    I really wanted to like this game more. Especially since I'm torn between it and Neverwinter. I am a big fan of Bethesda and admire the effort they put into their games, but I think the struggled a bit with this one.

    For starters, it is a good MMORPG and the number of subscriptions will agree with that. The world is HUGE and there is lots to do. If you have played any of Bethesda's open    I really wanted to like this game more. Especially since I'm torn between it and Neverwinter. I am a big fan of Bethesda and admire the effort they put into their games, but I think the struggled a bit with this one.

    For starters, it is a good MMORPG and the number of subscriptions will agree with that. The world is HUGE and there is lots to do. If you have played any of Bethesda's open world titles, you will transition very easily. This game also has some of the best dungeons I have played in since FFXIV. The enemies are a bit too predictable, but they provide a nice challenge. Everything you'd expect from a MMORPG is done here. Weapons, dungeons, lore, content, etc. Its all done very well. The combat also in line with the other Elder Scrolls games so that also made for an easy transition. While their is a bit of lag, its not inhibiting in any way and the world is beautiful and for the most part really smooth.

    For the bad news though, the real issue is it feels like an open world game more than an MMORPG. While the number of subscribers is high, the overall social level is pretty low. I think the lack of a chat bar really hurts this game in that regard in that you can't really tell some of the players from NPCs. When I play, I feel like I'm genuinely on my own unless I am doing something social, such as a dungeon or a group effect activity. i'd like to try to engage players, but unless they have headphones, it really doesn't work out and not every player is comfortable with headphones.

    Another problem as someone before mentioned, it can be really boring. If not the cut and paste fetch quests, the time it takes to get to them. One fetch quest leads to about 3 and those three lead to 3 more and so on. This wouldn't be so bad were it not for the lack of social interaction in the game because you could conquer it with other players, but that's where it starts to feel like a open world game again.

    I'm not much for PvP so I won't get into that. I prefer to have a comradery with my fellow players and this game left me a bit wanting in that. It really should be called Elder Scrolls IV.5: Tamriel. I'm willing to wait for the Morrowind expansion to see if there is any drastic change.    … Expand
  5. SMNT999
    Mar 18, 2016
    7
    First I loved this game. Now I just hate it. Although it is good the download insanity destroys any fun. Such a pain must be punished. So I only give 7 Points.
  6. valkyrie247365
    Feb 3, 2016
    7
    I love this game. I played Oblivion and Skyrim, its the perfect prequal. It is very similar to other MMORPG's such as Everquest, Ultima Online, or World of Warcarft. There are a few things that are irritating though. In order to access all of the world, you either have to purchase the additional expansion via 'crowns' or pay a monthly membership which gives you crowns. While you get 1,500I love this game. I played Oblivion and Skyrim, its the perfect prequal. It is very similar to other MMORPG's such as Everquest, Ultima Online, or World of Warcarft. There are a few things that are irritating though. In order to access all of the world, you either have to purchase the additional expansion via 'crowns' or pay a monthly membership which gives you crowns. While you get 1,500 crowns monthly its much cheaper to spend the extra $40 and just get both expansions, which gets pricey considering that you not only pay for you console multiplayer access but the game!!! Pretty much everything else that is in game can be found in the game. If you find yourself totally lost, feel free to look up the guild Vera Causa. Lots of us can help!… Expand
  7. JamieMcConville
    Jun 7, 2016
    7
    Have a friend to play with if you want to buy this, without one it's pretty boring. The combat is decent, solid physics all round. The story is pretty good but compared to skyrim or oblivion it's weak. It has but one MAJOR flaw, Time. The amount of time needed to play is too much for the average console gamer, bethesda should have knew this, but they went ahead and put out a game onHave a friend to play with if you want to buy this, without one it's pretty boring. The combat is decent, solid physics all round. The story is pretty good but compared to skyrim or oblivion it's weak. It has but one MAJOR flaw, Time. The amount of time needed to play is too much for the average console gamer, bethesda should have knew this, but they went ahead and put out a game on console highly favouring the lifeless in pvp and a game that puts off any casual that buys it because of the time needed to sink into it. Don't buy if you don't have a free week the get to at most to a level were you can get 5 hit by a veteran rank 16 player. Pvp at level 10 to 40 is extremely unbalanced.… Expand
  8. Schuback
    Sep 19, 2015
    6
    I am huge fan of the Elder Scrolls series. I love the lore and everything about it. When The Elder Scrolls Online was first announced, I was very sceptical. Paid subscription hell no!! A year down the line it got released for the PS4 and the subscription fee was scrapped. Still wasn't interested because I've been hearing so much negatives. But due to extreme boredom on PS4 I finallyI am huge fan of the Elder Scrolls series. I love the lore and everything about it. When The Elder Scrolls Online was first announced, I was very sceptical. Paid subscription hell no!! A year down the line it got released for the PS4 and the subscription fee was scrapped. Still wasn't interested because I've been hearing so much negatives. But due to extreme boredom on PS4 I finally brought myself to get it. So first off, let me list what's negative about the game that still exist with the PS4 version.

    Cons:
    - Graphics are pretty dated. More like PS3 graphics. And no you listen, graphics do matter!!!!
    - Overall feel is very generic. NPCs and environment are bland, lacking in personality, absolutely nothing that stands out really. Most characters and places look the same.
    - Playing quests as a group is a huge facepalm. Grouping simply means, you are not playing in that same quest but instead, you and other players are playing your own solo quests at the same time same place.
    - Lots of uninteresting and fetch quests, and it's very likely you may get lost or not entirely understand the story as there is a lot to take it. You can't possibly remember everyone or everything. In the end you'd probably don't care.
    - Finding ingredients is very difficult and tedious. They are sparely spread out and I just don't have the patience.
    - Earning gold isn't easy and in the end there's nothing worthwhile to buy besides a mount, or pack capacity. No houses to buy, no nice outfits etc, nothing =(
    -the crown store is way overpriced. $10 for a dress? (that comes with no perks)

    So...then... why do I play this game daily for over a month now and loving it??? Well, as I said, if you're big fan of the series, get it!! Like if you're a fan of Romance of the Three Kingdoms, you'd get the Dynasty Warriors series. If you're willing to look past the cons I've mentioned, the game has lots to offer. Hundreds of hours of gameplay. The map is huge and levelling up as you explore/complete quests across Tamriel is so fun and addictive. You'll be unlocking new skills which allows you to make the ultimate character of your choice and liking. Character creation is quite detailed and you can create good looking characters (unlike in Skyrim/Fallout). The game is being updated constantly with new contents, so there's lots of potential here. Zenimax Online, please don't be afraid to try out new ideas and be creative. And try not to screw us over with ridiculous BS pricing. If your content is worth it, then I'll gladly pay for it. Otherwise, your game will never excel.

    Anyway, overall I'm freaking addicted to this game. If you're not a super fan of the series, get it during a sale. Otherwise, you owe it yourself to try this game out!!! =)

    Alright, I'm going back to playing.    … Expand
  9. Bertoflyingfox
    Jul 4, 2015
    6
    Pretty much the usual MMO fare here. Talk to characters, do their fetch/kill quests, talk to characters again. I will say it's great to have an MMO where you can freely experiment with different weapons/skills. As a mage, you arent restricted to staves and spells, you could wear heavy armor and use swords if you prefer.

    But it feels much more grindy if you arent an ESO Plus subscriber,    Pretty much the usual MMO fare here. Talk to characters, do their fetch/kill quests, talk to characters again. I will say it's great to have an MMO where you can freely experiment with different weapons/skills. As a mage, you arent restricted to staves and spells, you could wear heavy armor and use swords if you prefer.

    But it feels much more grindy if you arent an ESO Plus subscriber, since a lot of progress is slowed way down. The in-game price for a mount is absurdly high, I guess that's why the Crown Store was put into play. Text chat would've been nice to keep in the console versions as VOIP is a hassle to get working and also not everyone likes using microphones, especially when a lot of what's asked of you in this MMO doesnt require much strategy.

    My biggest gripe would have to be the very limited action bar, it just sucks to relegate myself to a few spells/abilities because my bar is full. At level15 you get a weapon swap mechanic that gives you a second action bar to work with, but the weapon swap feels completely unreliable during combat and it just becomes another hassle.

    Overall, a mediocre MMO.    … Expand
  10. Bejjano
    Dec 14, 2015
    6
    For leveling, it isn't only about questing, which is nice. You can do the story missions, explore, and pvp to get to the end very quickly. For me, the issues started rolling in at level 50. That's where veteran ranks come in (16 of them), and you do even more questing or PvP along the way. The problem with pvp at max level is the imbalances. You will get annihilated by veteran rank 16sFor leveling, it isn't only about questing, which is nice. You can do the story missions, explore, and pvp to get to the end very quickly. For me, the issues started rolling in at level 50. That's where veteran ranks come in (16 of them), and you do even more questing or PvP along the way. The problem with pvp at max level is the imbalances. You will get annihilated by veteran rank 16s while you're sitting at around 1-4 veteran rank.

    It is painfully difficult to find groups for the dungeons and trials. The group finder tool does not work for dungeons, and not many people on console are attempting to do the trials (equivalent to raids in WoW) on console. You are level with that struggle as well as an annoying crafting system that time gates you on incredibly long research for end game gear, where it'll literally take at times 30+ days to finish one item research.    … Expand
  11. Dukemang
    Feb 13, 2016
    6
    Elder Scrolls Online really left me disappointed when I first purchased this. I originally played it on PC (didn't like it then), but I bought it for my PS4 thinking they might have fixed the issues I had with it onto console possibly. Sadly, nothing really changed. The main quests are quite bland and it doesn't give you that "elder scrolls feel" to it, if you catch what I'm saying.Elder Scrolls Online really left me disappointed when I first purchased this. I originally played it on PC (didn't like it then), but I bought it for my PS4 thinking they might have fixed the issues I had with it onto console possibly. Sadly, nothing really changed. The main quests are quite bland and it doesn't give you that "elder scrolls feel" to it, if you catch what I'm saying. Obviously, Bethesda was tackling something they haven't done before, which is making a successful MMO, and they just couldn't get it all down. Aesthetically the game is great, but it's gameplay is honestly boring and the story didn't really stick to me. I'm sure if you're a huge MMO or Elder Scrolls fan you might enjoy this, but I would say it isn't worth buying.… Expand
  12. Jedaii_Knight
    Jun 12, 2015
    6
    I knew I needed a mount. Figured for $15 go with ESO Plus. Get the 1500 crowns on top of 10% bonus leveling perks and gold. Only thing was ESO Plus wasn't offered at the time so paid for 1500 crowns to buy my mount. Next day ESO Plus is offered. Damn.

    So far so, repetitive bland quest after quest is becoming boring and tiresome. Is anyone else reading the conversation choices when    I knew I needed a mount. Figured for $15 go with ESO Plus. Get the 1500 crowns on top of 10% bonus leveling perks and gold. Only thing was ESO Plus wasn't offered at the time so paid for 1500 crowns to buy my mount. Next day ESO Plus is offered. Damn.

    So far so, repetitive bland quest after quest is becoming boring and tiresome. Is anyone else reading the conversation choices when accepting and turning in quests? I'm not. Too busy running to the next quest. There are plenty more ahead.

    If you're fortunate enough to play with a friend or make new friends in the game to co op with, it does help a little to break the dullness and repetitiveness.

    Need more group quests to make the game more interactive, social and fun. Too many simple solo quests. Gonna be a long grind to 50. Ugh!    … Expand
  13. sefrabu
    Sep 15, 2016
    6
    Like most of the disappointed players I expected something more Skyrimish and less mmoish. There's a good deal of storytelling, and the music is great, but the gameplay is utterly boring, and the graphics don't impress that much. Stay away if you expect an Elder Scrolls game. If you're a fan of the series, grab a discount like I did, it's actually worth a few bucks - but not more.
  14. Businessupfront
    Jul 6, 2015
    6
    How this game has received all of the high scores I will not know. This game has so much wrong with it 5000 characters is not nearly enough. Questing with friends is frustrating since gathering quests and bosses basically need to be done twice if you're playing with a friend because the game only finishes the quest for the killer of the boss forcing your companion to fight the boss alone.How this game has received all of the high scores I will not know. This game has so much wrong with it 5000 characters is not nearly enough. Questing with friends is frustrating since gathering quests and bosses basically need to be done twice if you're playing with a friend because the game only finishes the quest for the killer of the boss forcing your companion to fight the boss alone. If you're looking forward to having a horse to ride through the dull and empty lands of Tamriel you'll be disappointed since bosses and some enemies will drop 1-3 gold but no worry, Zenimax was kind enough to allow you to pay them more in order to get more gold with godd*** microtransactions. The games one saving grace is it's pvp and faction battles which are really fun. That is the only reason that this game barely got a 6 out of 10 in my opinion along with decent and fun pve too. I wouldn't waste the $60 on this game but instead go out and buy Skyrim or Fallout which are 100x better than this terribly mmo.… Expand
  15. bodyjob
    Jun 20, 2015
    6
    So I just put a good solid 12 hours of gameplay on my ps4 and I do not like this game. I am a huge fan of Skyrim and Dragon age Origins and the new Elders Scroll tries to be both and in my opinion it has failed.

    The graphics are great, no argument there. For as far as I got, the story is good but where it loses me is the online game play, utter chaos and confusion. The pros about    So I just put a good solid 12 hours of gameplay on my ps4 and I do not like this game. I am a huge fan of Skyrim and Dragon age Origins and the new Elders Scroll tries to be both and in my opinion it has failed.

    The graphics are great, no argument there. For as far as I got, the story is good but where it loses me is the online game play, utter chaos and confusion. The pros about wandering around with strangers is that they can be of benefit if you happen to need assistance in a battle and someone else is wandering around at that same moment you are fighting and they join in.
    Where it gets odd is when out of no where they (online players) appear bouncing around and basically acting the fool therefore taking away the serious nature of the gaming experience. It is also not just once or twice but always, non stop, doesn't end. I find it very cheesy and distracting.

    Where this game really annoys and angers me is the detailed, if not all out complication of my inventory. ie: weapons, clothing, food, potions ect. Really, could you make it just a little more confusing and complicated!? How about weapon assignment and button selection,..really! It does not make any sense whatsoever!

    Another annoyance was the battle melees. So I'm crouched down attempting a sneak attack with the bow and after a shot or two I want to switch to my shield and sword. Well I cant, it says I cannot switch weapons in battle. So now I'm running backwards trying to defend close range with a long range weapon. Then there are the enemies that appear out of thin air when you are not properly equipped for the battle and when you go into your inventory to choose, the enemy can still attack and do damage, serious damage. It does not go into a pause attack mode or give you a fair chance to re-equip.

    The money situation is also a head scratcher. In battle your equipment also takes damage making it less effective and it costs to have it repaired but the cost is way to excessive for what you get out of it. I could not find a way to repair myself and therefore all the money I collected was used to repair my equipment or hope to always replace the equipment with new finds. What I found was that if I liked a certain look or garment, I was spending all my money just to repair it and I could not invest in anything new.

    I have more complaints but overall I would rate this game a 6.2 as it is not in anyway, shape or form Skyrim and has only some resemblance to Dragon Age Origins. Anyone thinking they are getting Skyrim 3 do yourself a favour and save your money. The most recent Dragon Age Inquisition was good but still, nothing compares to Skyrim. For me, this game was a complete waste of my money and I can only hope the developers get their act together a produce something as clean, exciting and beautiful as Skyrim

    I have package my game up and I am returning it to the store I bought it from. I wont get my money back but they will give me an in-store credit on something else that I'm sure will be better than this waste of time.    … Expand
  16. Lazlo21
    Jul 17, 2015
    6
    DISCLAIMER: I am definitely not one for online games. If you want talk about the online and cooperative features of the game, look elsewhere. Instead, I will be looking at it as just an average elder scrolls game.

    The elder scrolls online: tamriel unlimited is not necessarily a bad game. That's not to say it's good either. While I did find myself having fun at most times, I also felt    DISCLAIMER: I am definitely not one for online games. If you want talk about the online and cooperative features of the game, look elsewhere. Instead, I will be looking at it as just an average elder scrolls game.

    The elder scrolls online: tamriel unlimited is not necessarily a bad game. That's not to say it's good either. While I did find myself having fun at most times, I also felt fairly dissapointed.

    Now, the first thing that I think of when I hear "elder scrolls", and I'm sure most can agree, is a big, sprawling open world, with many creatures and characters. While this is certainly present in tamriel unlimited, i found this one more boring than most elder scrolls games. The characters didn't seem as rich and 3 dimensional as background characters in, say, skyrim or oblivion. Another thing that I didn't really see happening as much, is just walking around and discovering some random location, a thing that made exploring worthwhile. But, the soundtrack is amazing, as with most elder scrolls games, which makes exploring still feel like an amazing trek.

    The story, while not as great as it honestly could have been, was still engaging enough to make me put many, many hours into the game. I can also say, that some of the characters are really well voice acted. On the other hand, some are really badly acted. But that didn't stop me from enjoying the plot that they weaved. Also, like any elder scrolls game, there are hundreds of side quests to participate in across the map. But, unlike skyrim, these consist of either go fetch something, or go beat up a group of people, sometimes both. I only did these to gain extra experience.

    The gameplay is the same as it ever was. Pick a weapon, and spam that weapon as you run around like a madman. It's not much different, but it works. I personally enjoy attacking from afar with a bow and arrow, being stealth-like. Those who know me personally know I love stealth, and that's pretty much how I went about the game. For me, it never gets old. Overall, gameplay is the same as ever, very good.

    While I did not enjoy everything about ESO, I still very much had fun most of the way through. 6/10    … Expand
  17. qqbearz
    Jul 30, 2015
    6
    Elder scrolls started out as being one of the most hyped games of the past year which got me really excited to try a new MMO other then WoW that i have been playing for 10 plus years. That being said i had my doubts, how would it compare? so after finally obtaining a ps4 instead of upgrading my terrible PC it was time to cancel my blizzard subscription and focus on other games for once.Elder scrolls started out as being one of the most hyped games of the past year which got me really excited to try a new MMO other then WoW that i have been playing for 10 plus years. That being said i had my doubts, how would it compare? so after finally obtaining a ps4 instead of upgrading my terrible PC it was time to cancel my blizzard subscription and focus on other games for once. Let me start by saying i think this game looks incredible, the music, the areas etc. but one thing right off the bat made me disappointed. The health bars, the experience bar all the bar placements in this game are horrible, where is the small map? to make questing a sinch rather then constantly having to pop up the map on the screen. Questing is terrible way to much text, i understand they want the user to be in to the story but come on, id almost rather the usual go kill 10 boars in the field and collecting plants. Theres a very simple formula to games like these and i understand each one wants to have there own identity, but there should be some rules they must follow. The screen isnt even cluttered the interface could have been way better. And wheres the dungeon ques? or group que questing? how about inspecting other players? im sorry im not trying to make this the new Warcraft but they could have easily used that as a good reference tool this game is just to bland. When i see other high level players thats the only thing that makes me want to get further in the game, getting awesome looking gear. So it might be just worth it. I will continue to force myself to play, i dont mind that i spent the money to play i already had a psplus script so ill see how this pans out a couple months from now.… Expand
  18. star777
    Aug 8, 2015
    6
    I was hyped up for this game, but I've stopped playing it after only a few days. Theres too many things I didnt like.

    No chat box. I thought this could be an issue - and its a way bigger problem than I thought. I had to turn off voice of other players because, like in any mmorpg, theres trolls running around being annoying. Or blasting music or other random sounds. Graphics are ok. I    I was hyped up for this game, but I've stopped playing it after only a few days. Theres too many things I didnt like.

    No chat box. I thought this could be an issue - and its a way bigger problem than I thought. I had to turn off voice of other players because, like in any mmorpg, theres trolls running around being annoying. Or blasting music or other random sounds.

    Graphics are ok. I expected better but their not too bad. Vegetation doesnt look too good. Having said that, I knew that going in. As far as mmorpgs go the graphics are really good relative to other mmorpgs, so I give eso credit here. Bethesda made skyrim and skyrims graphics are way better. You can do a lot more with single player games then u can with mmorpgs graphics wise.

    Dungeons - All the random people going in and out of dungeons sort of kills the experience for me. Its different running dungeons with a party set up beforehand entering dungeons with a maximum set on the number of players that can enter dungeons. But, with all these random players running in and out and all over the place, I didnt really have much fun in the dungs.

    The abilities are really fun, I enjoyed that part of it. I was playing a nightblade and I think they made that class really well.

    I picked up this mmorpg so I could enjoy the game with other people. But with the game being limited to voice chat, its just annoying, so I decided to play solo but then realized I might as well play a solo game like witcher 3 or something that has way better graphics, and doesnt have random players all over the dungeons Im doing.

    Still a huge fan of Bethesda :D loved oblivion and skyrim!    … Expand
  19. TMath
    Jan 20, 2016
    6
    MMO? not really...horrible pve. very very very lazy quest. good combat and leveling system. combat is fluid and dynamic pvp is fun too. everything els is bad. glitchy af. horrbile co-op(its a **** MMO!) and underwhelming quest with poor immersion
  20. Captiosus
    Jun 11, 2015
    5
    I knew, from prior reviews of the original PC version and from word of mouth of friends who played the PC version at launch, that TESO was a very love-it-or-hate-it kind of game. I've played MMOs for more years than I care to admit so I figured I would at least give it a try when the console version came out, especially since I like the Elder Scrolls franchise. The short summary is: II knew, from prior reviews of the original PC version and from word of mouth of friends who played the PC version at launch, that TESO was a very love-it-or-hate-it kind of game. I've played MMOs for more years than I care to admit so I figured I would at least give it a try when the console version came out, especially since I like the Elder Scrolls franchise. The short summary is: I should have listened to my PC playing friends who told me to take a pass...

    I had really hoped Zenimax had learned from the months of the PC version and addressed the key shortcomings of the game but, sadly, they really did not. The biggest shortcoming of all is the fact that the game is a tedious slog. I don't mean that in the "the game devolves into a grind" sense because all MMOs fall victim to that. I mean this game is tedious from the word go. You spend more time reading or listening to voice overs than questing. A fetch quest might take a minute or two to complete but entails several minutes of dialog before AND after. It ruins any kind of natural flow the old Elder Scrolls series used to have. I don't mind only being able to roam level appropriate areas as they're sufficiently big enough to not feel limiting, but the standard of "find NPC, read tons of quest text, do fetch quest, return to NPC, read tons more quest text" just doesn't fit the old Morrowind, Oblivion, and Skyrim molds very well.

    Graphically the game just looks dated on PS4. Lots of muddled textures, lots of pop in, frame drops, screen stutter, and jagged edges. I won't say it looks like a PS3 game because it would look a LOT worse on the PS3 but I will say it definitely doesn't look great. The gameplay is kind of a hybrid of Elder Scrolls and action RPGs where you can buy lots of different talents (as you level) but can only equip a limited number in your action bar. It works, most of the time, but feels a bit clunky compared to games which use similar face-button action functions (e.g. Diablo).

    So far the story is passable (I'll include my class/race/level/faction at time of typing at the end of the review for reference) but it feels like they're trying to shove too much stuff into one package. As a result, story arcs often feel like meaningless leveling filler to get players into new areas. Maybe they'll all connect later down the line, but I have my doubts.

    Music is, as always, amazing and sets a great tone. As do sound effects. It's just a shame those effects are tied to such mediocre graphics and clumsy gameplay. The good news is the Crown Store appears to be very well thought out and is, in fact, ENTIRELY cosmetic items that don't create a pay to win situation.

    Ultimately, while I like the Elder Scrolls franchise, I find myself ACTUALLY yawning most of the time I'm playing the game because the down time is too frequent and the action simply isn't that fulfilling. Exploration isn't rewarded nearly as much as it is in the main Elder Scrolls franchise and crafting is a shell of what it once was. The social aspects are clumsy on the consoles and area voice chat leaves a LOT to be desired.

    Since it's buy-to-play, I'll continue playing off and on but I can't see this being something I'd get into like other MMOs. I have no motivation to really care much about Tamriel or its fate. Certainly not enough motivation to ever spend real money on Crowns for the game. I'd strongly advice giving this a solid rental before dropping the $60 on it to see if it's something you could see yourself playing for the hundreds of hours they're going to want you to invest.

    (Character info at time of typing: Level 13 Khajiit Sorcerer of the Aldmari Dominion)    … Expand
  21. owenrw89
    Sep 30, 2017
    5
    To me, it feels like a child's game. The world graphics are pretty sweet (seriously, just stop every now and then to look around, some of it's breathtaking) but the NPC and smaller world (caves, houses etc) are a bit, meh, I felt like I was watching/listening to a 'fun' educational video...Most NPC's look the same and the voice acting and overall dialogue feels really juvenile. The combatTo me, it feels like a child's game. The world graphics are pretty sweet (seriously, just stop every now and then to look around, some of it's breathtaking) but the NPC and smaller world (caves, houses etc) are a bit, meh, I felt like I was watching/listening to a 'fun' educational video...Most NPC's look the same and the voice acting and overall dialogue feels really juvenile. The combat is pretty basic (I.e. For kids) for the most part and each battle feels identical and boring. Also, however "open" the world is suppose to feel, the overall lack of choice feels restrictive (I.e. Opening a wardrobe will give you maybe one mediocre item based on your level).
    The smithing, enchanting etc systems are over complicated and no fun at all.
    The map system is terrible. Trying to find your way within a region is quite easy, but when you're trying to travel across Tamriel using a quest marker, you're screwed.
    Some quests are really good, but lots are either super long and FULL of dull dialogue, or they're short and beyond boring. I very much liked the fact that available quests are shown clearly above NPC's, and generally finding something to do is pretty easy.
    Although the casting system is clunky, the fact your can still cast and use weapons at the same time was also a good choice.

    All in all, it's not a BAD game, it's just mediocre and a very dumbed down. It's massive, it'll keep you occupied and it's mostly gorgeous to look at (unless you're talking to an NPC).

    DO NOT EXPECT THIS GAME TO KEEP YOU ENTERTAINED UNTIL THE ELDER SCROLLS 6. It'll mostly just frustrate and concern you. Seriously, just play Skyrim again. I played ESO for a long time, then went back to Skyrim. You'll fall in love with it even more when you return there after ESO.    … Expand
  22. cargUlet
    Jun 10, 2015
    5
    The story is regular, not epic. Graphically is a ps3 game, with 20-25 fps max. Frequent fps drops to 10-15 fps.
    Voices for npcs are boring and flat.
    The game in general is ok, but only because of the lack of games in this "new generation".
  23. ravenclaw77
    Jun 25, 2015
    5
    Such a disappointment. Long time fan of the Elder Scrolls, and this game is one of the worst I've played on PS4.

    The combat is very bland, boring, and frustrating. They did a good job with immersion, but at the expense of playability -- I need to know what status effects are on myself, my allies, and my enemies. The game is pretty short for an MMO, there's not much to do once the    Such a disappointment. Long time fan of the Elder Scrolls, and this game is one of the worst I've played on PS4.

    The combat is very bland, boring, and frustrating. They did a good job with immersion, but at the expense of playability -- I need to know what status effects are on myself, my allies, and my enemies.

    The game is pretty short for an MMO, there's not much to do once the story is over. PvP is imbalanced and there's really no other end game. The guild system is pretty messed up and not having a proper auction house is inexcusable. Good luck forming new guilds down the road, everyone's going to want to be part of the biggest possible, to have access to trading.

    The crafting levels painfully slow and the gear you can make is obsolete by the time you can make it (like most, but not all MMOs). Ridiculous amount of recipes for trivial items no one wants, needs, or even has access to buy and sell.

    Personally, I'm going back to DC Universe Online, the only PS4 MMO where combat is fun.    … Expand
  24. Jaypeace
    Jun 24, 2015
    5
    So I have played the game for over 6 hours And I'm not impressed. The game has been marginally fun at times but for the most part has been pretty dull. Most of what i have done is run around the map and clicked through dialog. I heard you have to warm up to it but I haven't felt any warmth at all. The quests for leveling up are just so boring. A few of the missions are fun but most of themSo I have played the game for over 6 hours And I'm not impressed. The game has been marginally fun at times but for the most part has been pretty dull. Most of what i have done is run around the map and clicked through dialog. I heard you have to warm up to it but I haven't felt any warmth at all. The quests for leveling up are just so boring. A few of the missions are fun but most of them are not. There aren't constant story missions to go through like most MMOs, instead you do a bunch of side missions then occasionally do a story mission. And playing with friends is pretty difficult. Unless each of you play with each other at the exact same time and pick up the same missions, you will end up doing different quests than your friend and you will be split up. The little bit of PvP I have tried doesn't seem to be skill based. I ended up fighting against players level 30+ when I was level 10. This is just an average game all around. Average graphics, gameplay, voice acting, and it's an average MMO.… Expand
  25. rapology
    Jun 14, 2015
    5
    There are a number of features of this elder scrolls game that let the series down and in my opinion, make for a very mediocre online game.
    The game world is congested with ubiquitously irksome precipitous knolls and high ranging mountains, melee type enemies that can land a hit on you with a scimitar while you are at a distance and the problematic inability to guard against ranged enemy    There are a number of features of this elder scrolls game that let the series down and in my opinion, make for a very mediocre online game.
    The game world is congested with ubiquitously irksome precipitous knolls and high ranging mountains, melee type enemies that can land a hit on you with a scimitar while you are at a distance and the problematic inability to guard against ranged enemy attacks by using your surroundings.
    Other features which let this game down include the glitch prone quests, such as key quest characters appearing invisible, quest marker failing to guide you to quest objectives, random game crashes and long server queues log in's.
    Annoying nuances such as repetitive damage to armour after falling in battle and the lack of mobile repair kit drops, requiring constant traversal to town merchants to purchase repairs, make for poor game design.
    The upgrade system is not too bad and gives the feeling of rewarding the player, while the quests when fully operational, play out to engage the player and enthuse the player to continue playing.
    Online features such as playing quest's co-op dish out an average experience, but one that works to an extent nevertheless, with the exception of a co-op bug that makes quest characters invisible that should be addressed with future updates.
    All up if your an die-hard mmo fan and a fan of epic fantasy adventures this may be the game for you, if you are after a more polished and infallible mmo experience, this is one game to avoid.    … Expand
  26. AnimeKing
    Jul 31, 2015
    5
    the game starts off good and promising but once you get to the next area which is like a nights play. you'll be forced to level other skills. if your ok with lvling skills from 1 to 20 or so thats alot of time, killing, or just getting hit for armor classes. so lvling is a HUGE time waster in this game.
    I played a dungeon with and without mic and I got to say mic was way easier but when    the game starts off good and promising but once you get to the next area which is like a nights play. you'll be forced to level other skills. if your ok with lvling skills from 1 to 20 or so thats alot of time, killing, or just getting hit for armor classes. so lvling is a HUGE time waster in this game.
    I played a dungeon with and without mic and I got to say mic was way easier but when your on the world map and running through town you can hear other players mic going off to loud background noise.
    it's not fun running through when you hear a vacum going off while he's right next to the dam repair merchant.
    dungeon themselves where a challenge but fun.
    I didnt pvp
    story wise never really payed attention except when you have to. it's an ok story from what i know but nothing new so far.
    A big deal I dont like, other then lvling, was the quests even the main story. ill start the main quest but then it'll just stop. so inessence they want you to just do ALL the quests. while that is good i really dont want to at times.    … Expand
  27. Bobbytheb
    Jun 9, 2015
    5
    I was a little hesitant to buy the game after hearing about the terrible launch it had on PC. But I heard several people tell me that it's like an entirely new game now and that it's great! So I caved in and decided to get it. So far I'm very disappointed in it. The game doesn't run very smoothly right now, you'll notice lots of tears, frame rate drops, and very poor hit detectionI was a little hesitant to buy the game after hearing about the terrible launch it had on PC. But I heard several people tell me that it's like an entirely new game now and that it's great! So I caved in and decided to get it. So far I'm very disappointed in it. The game doesn't run very smoothly right now, you'll notice lots of tears, frame rate drops, and very poor hit detection while in combat. The quests are incredibly dull, there is poor voice acting, and some pathetic dialogue. I found myself just skipping all the dialogue because of how uninteresting it was. You'd spend 5-10 minutes talking just to go out on a 2 minute fetch quest that wraps up the mission. I've played for about 5 hours now and still have yet to do a quest that was actually interesting. As of right now I seriously do regret buying the game. I'll spend a few more hours to see if it improves at all, otherwise I'm just going to trade it in.… Expand
  28. CaptnObvious
    Jun 9, 2015
    5
    Less a review and more an observation, but there's something wrong with the user review system when 1 of the top ten reviews is telling you guys there's 600 hours of content on RELEASE DAY. Thank you for the honest review, traveler from the future.
  29. RealTime
    Jul 15, 2015
    5
    This review is short because I lost interest in this game after about an hour of game play, and here's why. It is not because the game play was slow, it was because I found a huge hole in the game that renders its core game mechanic pointless. After I escaped the prison, I wandered around and killed random creatures, and after about 30 minutes, I found that I leveled up four times withoutThis review is short because I lost interest in this game after about an hour of game play, and here's why. It is not because the game play was slow, it was because I found a huge hole in the game that renders its core game mechanic pointless. After I escaped the prison, I wandered around and killed random creatures, and after about 30 minutes, I found that I leveled up four times without even noticing. That is when it hit me: if I can level up this fast just by prancing around with the other million people in the world, what is the point of having quests to complete. I know that I am not the only one leveling up this quickly because I found that my friend was up to level 40 after about a week. Unless he had been playing non-stop the entire time, I find the leveling system to be somewhat offset. Sure there is some fun game play if you get into it, but I just find no point to this game.… Expand
  30. ropeyprune
    Jul 29, 2015
    5
    All I can say is this is a very mundane game and tends to be buggy at times.
    I've played worse games but after Oblivion and Skyrim this is quite a let down.
  31. SyrusMatrix
    Sep 18, 2015
    5
    While the game play was fun, it got old extremely quick. The story was just absolutely dull. Nothing like a real Elder Scrolls game. I had a hard time even getting to the end-game because the questing becomes so monotonous that I could barely stand to start a new map and just run to 50 different little things, do one or two quests and move on. Eventually, you just stop caring...
  32. WEBZPINNER
    Oct 8, 2015
    5
    Graphics and music are great, but doesn't do much if you cannot get on the game. I finally sold the game, I was so put off with the constant server maintenance and repeated kick-offs.
  33. compaysegundo
    Jul 16, 2016
    5
    I have played ESO from the launch to this day with several breaks. The first impression of the game is beautiful. It's a bit like Skyrim, with the same good crafting system, a pretty actionorientated combat which also is a bit like in Skyrim, pretty good graphics and a dense fully voiced storyline.

    So why only 5 points? The game is a mix of Skyrim and an MMO, for an MMO it is too much    I have played ESO from the launch to this day with several breaks. The first impression of the game is beautiful. It's a bit like Skyrim, with the same good crafting system, a pretty actionorientated combat which also is a bit like in Skyrim, pretty good graphics and a dense fully voiced storyline.

    So why only 5 points? The game is a mix of Skyrim and an MMO, for an MMO it is too much singleplayer based, for a singleplayer game the story and landscape are too repetitive and boring after a while. Technically it is far away from the stability of an MMO like i.e. FFX14.

    Since 2 years the company "invents the game ever new", means doing nothing for a while, then change everything, with new and old bugs and many unbalances coming up. Then again sits there and does nothing, while trying to invent ESO new if playerbase goes down again. This game does the company since launch while ESO became more and more instable and a technical desaster.

    If you see ESO in a special offer for like 9.95 give it a try. For some time it will sure be entertaining and it is absolutely playable without Sub or buying anything else. But i fear most people will be disappointed after playing for a while....    … Expand
  34. hknyrbkn
    Oct 16, 2019
    5
    I and my boyfriend have been playing this game since it came out, first on PC in 2014 and later on PS4. It is the one and only MMORPG we're playing. Even though we are playing it intensely from time to time, we both think it deserves much less and it is overrated. It is boring. Quests are boring. World design is ugly and shallow. Everything in the game consumes your precious time. ButI and my boyfriend have been playing this game since it came out, first on PC in 2014 and later on PS4. It is the one and only MMORPG we're playing. Even though we are playing it intensely from time to time, we both think it deserves much less and it is overrated. It is boring. Quests are boring. World design is ugly and shallow. Everything in the game consumes your precious time. But somehow it catches you in its web, making you want to create just another character, this time a witch elf, this time a burglar khajiit. If you are not an MMORPG fan, and just love the world of TES, don't play it. An addictive waste of time.… Expand
  35. NazgulzLegacy
    Apr 15, 2022
    5
    No directions they can easily end up sending you to quests that are way too hard but you only figure it out by failing it just send me where im supposed to go
  36. ZXSth
    Mar 13, 2023
    5
    *This review may be revisited in the future

    So far, it feels as though Elder Scrolls Online is something I manage to tolerate in short bursts. Its combat is simplistic and uneventful; its quests and narrative fail to engage me; and overall, it is something that I just can't get fully invested in. There is something here that I really want to get into, but overcoming the aspects I just    *This review may be revisited in the future

    So far, it feels as though Elder Scrolls Online is something I manage to tolerate in short bursts. Its combat is simplistic and uneventful; its quests and narrative fail to engage me; and overall, it is something that I just can't get fully invested in. There is something here that I really want to get into, but overcoming the aspects I just mentioned make doing so a major slog.

    I love the potential for individuality when it comes to building a character in ESO. There are very few limitations when it comes to individualizing each class to your desired play style, and there is absolutely no barrier to entry in terms of difficulty. But truly, ESO is the very definition of mundane. I keep hoping against hope that something will grab me, and am consistently met with disappointment.

    This is not "Skyrim online." This is a mediocre facsimile of not just better Elder Scrolls games, but also better MMOs. Though it is not intolerable, it has, thus far, failed to deliver a gripping experience.    … Expand
  37. NighteBondo
    Aug 20, 2020
    5
    Anything that isn't single player has become about having meta builds. So if you dont like making out exelsheets figuring out how to optimize your build, and want to do multiplayer content, this game is not for you.
  38. RedDragon1240
    Mar 14, 2021
    5
    I am a long time fan of ES lore since Morrowind. This is not an ES game, period. Gamplay mechanics are repetitive, quests are repetitive and dull.
  39. Phoenixxl
    Jun 28, 2015
    4
    Worth having a stroll around in. Played until veteran 5 level. Castle sieges are a novel multiplayer experience unlike any other in any game.

    That being said, playing as a healer being unable to select who you heal and having to rely on game AI is frustrating. This point alone for a "class" ( i have to quote it since this game is essentially classless) that's key in any mmo is so bad I    Worth having a stroll around in. Played until veteran 5 level. Castle sieges are a novel multiplayer experience unlike any other in any game.

    That being said, playing as a healer being unable to select who you heal and having to rely on game AI is frustrating. This point alone for a "class" ( i have to quote it since this game is essentially classless) that's key in any mmo is so bad I would, if this was any other game by any other developers have dropped it the moment I realized it.

    As for other classes , everyone basically specs for dps. You hardly find a decent tank , nobody can hold aggro , people claiming to be healers .. aren't. If you get into a Pug to do an instance you can pretty much expect the equivalent of a bunch of pre-preschoolers at playtime. And it basically isn't the people's fault. it's the way the game is designed. "Jack of all trades , master at none" gets everyone killed.    … Expand
  40. ultrastoat
    Jun 12, 2015
    4
    Veteran Ranks. The undoing of the PC version, the ender of fun, the destroyer of enjoyment.

    After receiving countless emails from ZOS about how they're changing the game, overhauling everything to do with endgame, making it more accessible to everyone, they left in the Veteran Rank system for the console launch, the ONE THING that caused the mass exodus of PC players. Once you hit the    Veteran Ranks. The undoing of the PC version, the ender of fun, the destroyer of enjoyment.

    After receiving countless emails from ZOS about how they're changing the game, overhauling everything to do with endgame, making it more accessible to everyone, they left in the Veteran Rank system for the console launch, the ONE THING that caused the mass exodus of PC players. Once you hit the cap of lvl 50, you'll be asked to do everything you just did, twice over, in the two other faction zones. That's hundreds of hours of questing, and that's the FASTEST way to get to Veteran Rank 14.

    Expect a fun albeit somewhat generic adventure to level 50, followed by 300 hours of pointless grinding before you can do any endgame content. Enjoy getting dominated in PVP and turned down for group content in PVE by people who DID do the 300+ hour content grind.

    Seriously, between the end of the main quest and the beginning of endgame content there's a gigantic void that you must fill with mindless quest and event grinding.    … Expand
  41. archonome
    Sep 21, 2016
    4
    After spending more than 8 months on this game and aprox 180$. I can say I gave this game a fair chance so my review counts for something. So here we go...

    When you first log on, you appreciate and marvel at the density of this game. The big towns and the architecture and lore lead you to believe this game is going to be epic. It looks really good on the outside. In addition, you    After spending more than 8 months on this game and aprox 180$. I can say I gave this game a fair chance so my review counts for something. So here we go...

    When you first log on, you appreciate and marvel at the density of this game. The big towns and the architecture and lore lead you to believe this game is going to be epic. It looks really good on the outside. In addition, you realise you aren't leveling up your character without purpose: you will eventually go PvP so it makes feel like a huge world.

    The problem?

    It's kind of boring... no actually it's really boring. After 10-20 hours of constant questing and repeat fetch quests, kill quests... you start to get a sense that this is really just a chore. The novelty of the world and the MMORPG aspect start to dwindle as you realise there is no real social community. It's just a single player mmorpg where you grind out quests...repeatedly...over and over again.

    Then you get to PvP and think... well it's a realm versus realm game. It should be epic and have nostalgia factor of being part of a big universe. Then.... you realise it's just a HUGE map but it looks very bland and boring. You just end up doing another version of.... run for 4-5 minutes to get to a fight... die. Repeat until you realise how boring it really is. There's nothing about the world pvp that is engaging or fascinating. I remember the old days when I played Dark Age of Camelot. Pvp was never boring, it was extremely exciting and nerve wrecking. You felt you were part of a real community.. a living world. But in ESO, it's just a plain map with keeps and you drudge through the terrain to get to another one and join the zerg. There's nothing there... after the novelty wears off. It's boring as hell... Another aspect that ruins this game is the PvP mechanics are heavily based on getting stunned repeatedly. It's quite annoying and you get stunned virtually every 2-3 seconds in a fight. Finally, it seems EVERYONE wants to be a Nightblade. They are incredibly overpowered. They will virtually vanish constantly as soon as they die and come back to full health. It would be ok if they died faster but no they are just as tanky as you lol.

    In summary, I spent alot of money and time playing this game but as I reached level 40, I realised I was bored to death. The Dialogue from the quests are just that...dialogue. There's nothing there.

    You want an MMORPG, go play something on PC where people actually use the chat bar and where the world feels like a living and breathing universe.... But on console MMORPGs are bland and boring, lonely experience.    … Expand
  42. KillaBadg3r
    Aug 13, 2016
    4
    if you loved Oblivion and Skyrim, this game still may not be for you. It's like a generic mmo where people talk more and you can pretend you're fighting like you were in the other games. if you go into it thinking "ill start playing a new mmo" you'll probably like it, but if you go in with "the elder scrolls" expectations it'll bore you to death.
  43. JoshLuck1995
    Jun 9, 2015
    4
    Got this through today, the update took about 40 minutes, it all depends on your internet service, thats nothing to do with the dev.

    But for the game it self, it is poor, i really love the elder scrolls series and i think thats what the problem is, i just doesnt feel like a elder scrolls game therefore producing a feeling of dissapointment, so i tried to look past that and see it for    Got this through today, the update took about 40 minutes, it all depends on your internet service, thats nothing to do with the dev.

    But for the game it self, it is poor, i really love the elder scrolls series and i think thats what the problem is, i just doesnt feel like a elder scrolls game therefore producing a feeling of dissapointment, so i tried to look past that and see it for what it is but it still feels like a let down, the story so far is pretty pants, the gameplay is boring, and it comes across as complete chaos when it comes to interaction with real world players, its just complete chaos, people running about like headless chickens, trying to tea bag you, starting fights with guards who then start on you.

    I now have an issue where i am in Daggerfall and a real world player started a fight with a guard and the guard then attacked me and it placed a bounty on my head as it thought i was the criminal, this was early into the game. it just all feels so chaotic. No structure or enjoyment so far what so ever.    … Expand
  44. MrEyeNo
    Nov 22, 2016
    4
    Really boring to play with friends. could even go trough max leveling a character. Maybe lore fan will like this more but 0h30-1h quests of just talking to npcs is too boring when you're trying a game with friends. Character customization was great tough!
  45. tappedjupiter
    Jun 11, 2015
    4
    I really wanted to like this game. I wen't into it knowing it would feel like a stripped down version of Skyrim. But I can't get passed just how boring the quests are, last ten graphics, constant freezing, and waiting sometimes up to 45 minutes to get into a server..

    Everything about the game feels rushed.. I was bored within my first hour of playing. I wen't on to put about another 3    I really wanted to like this game. I wen't into it knowing it would feel like a stripped down version of Skyrim. But I can't get passed just how boring the quests are, last ten graphics, constant freezing, and waiting sometimes up to 45 minutes to get into a server..

    Everything about the game feels rushed.. I was bored within my first hour of playing. I wen't on to put about another 3 hours into the game (when it wasn't frozen, servers weren't down, and putting me in ridiculously long waiting rooms).. I purchased my copy on the PS4... I realize there will most likely be updates to polish up some of the problems. but as of right now the game really is a pass.    … Expand
  46. Honourless
    Jun 11, 2015
    4
    I will be comparing with ffARR as that is the other big mmo on ps4.

    Right so,i haven't played pc version so i'm fresh to TESO,and at this admittedly early point into the game i wish i hadn't gave zenimax my money for this. Good The games musical score and controls.I have played a lot of mmos in the past and i do prefer those that keep buttons for skills to a minimum,nothing i    I will be comparing with ffARR as that is the other big mmo on ps4.

    Right so,i haven't played pc version so i'm fresh to TESO,and at this admittedly early point into the game i wish i hadn't gave zenimax my money for this.

    Good

    The games musical score and controls.I have played a lot of mmos in the past and i do prefer those that keep buttons for skills to a minimum,nothing i detest more than a screen full of hotbars/skills.That's one area where i think TESO beats out ffARR,despite ffARR being semi-friendly to a game control pad.

    The Bad:

    Quests are uninspiring and quickly become a slog,ffARR does it much better.

    Although TES games have always had a drab colour palette,it's still sad to see it here,after playing ffARR TESO pales in comparison.The average graphics of the game aren't particularly nice to look at either.

    Game performance is horrendous,i've witnessed so many tears and fps drops,it really breaks the flow of the game.The weather effects are also poor.

    Although i like the combat controls,combat itself(although i'm still kinda early into the game)is also boring,not only that but it's very hit and miss...i have a stellar internet connection so i can only assume the hitboxes are off at times or there is a problem with netcode.

    I've been in 2 dungeons so far and those are passable in their layouts and graphics,too early to tell if they offer any variation or become more exciting.

    I wish i could comment on the crafting aspect but i haven't delved into that at all.
    I do know there is no auction system and i sincerely hope zenimax revisits that in future.

    Character models are very disjointed,no flow to other characters movements.

    All the minions/pets cluttering up the city just makes the game look worse imo.

    I can't comment on grouping and other player interation either,but if it is anything like i've heard from the pc version that is another big failing.

    As for the pricing,sorry but zenimax are ripping the arse out of it.Crowns are overpriced,their sub is overpriced and the imperial edition is overpriced comsidering you already have to pay for the full game.That sub should be half the price before i'd consider paying for it and i'm not taking into account how poor i think this game is.

    I couldn't give this game anymore than a 4 from what i've played,i suggest if you're looking to get into a console mmo,buy ffARR,it does nearly everything so much better.

    All in all,mediocre.    … Expand
  47. Andy0161
    Jun 13, 2015
    4
    I fully understand why many people are putting in zero reviews. This is no where near a ten star game, so the fact it's getting tens is somewhat unbelievable. That said, I'm giving it an honest 4.

    The game is unpolished, and has all the appearance of an independent "free to play" game rather than one in development for years by a professional audio. The graphics are atrocious, they    I fully understand why many people are putting in zero reviews. This is no where near a ten star game, so the fact it's getting tens is somewhat unbelievable. That said, I'm giving it an honest 4.

    The game is unpolished, and has all the appearance of an independent "free to play" game rather than one in development for years by a professional audio. The graphics are atrocious, they really are. They look like a throwback to a "good" ps2 game - the textures are bland, details lacking, and the world plain and lacking any sort of detail. Every building is the same bare walls with a few creates and barrels. The animation is jumpy, jerky and again, not what you expect from a modern game. If I were playing this on a table tablet - then I would expect these graphics - not on the most current gen systems.

    That said, the game itself is not unplayable. There are plenty of quests, and hours of play. There is a challenge and some reward to be found in taking down the harder bosses. Just expect a mobile - gaming type experience, not a current gen game.

    If you, like me, are a make Elder Scrolls fan, you'll but this anyway, and they are counting on that. Once all of us have done so - give it a year or so, and this will more than likely move into the free-to-play realm that it deserves.

    If you can hold out, replay Skyrim for that time instead. You'll have more fun, and save yourself £40. You aren't missing anything.    … Expand
  48. BarryZut
    Jun 16, 2015
    4
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Because I love Elder Scrolls games, I bought this game. I never played MMO games because it is not my cup of tea. Giving this game a chance because of The Elder Scrolls lore.
    But after one week, I'm fed up with it. Dull world (looks nice though), repetitive quests and I'm just not getting into this. This proves I'm just not made for MMO games. But this is not the Elder Scrolls game I love to play. Just have to wait for number 6.    … Expand
  49. Mped
    Jun 18, 2015
    4
    Had high hopes - but buyer beware this is a horribly boring fetch quest slog with visuals that are lower quality than vanilla skyrim. Wish I had saved my money - under baked cash grab - after playing mmos for years I was highly disappointed - horrible social features very clunky - I gave it a 4 only for the combat it was fun and class building is alright but honestly it can't decide whatHad high hopes - but buyer beware this is a horribly boring fetch quest slog with visuals that are lower quality than vanilla skyrim. Wish I had saved my money - under baked cash grab - after playing mmos for years I was highly disappointed - horrible social features very clunky - I gave it a 4 only for the combat it was fun and class building is alright but honestly it can't decide what kind of game it wants to be .
    Tldr- skip it    … Expand
  50. lordhershel
    Aug 1, 2015
    4
    TESO is a very deceptive game in that despite it's packaging claiming you need no subscription to play it, unless you regularly purchase Playstation Plus membership, the game turns into an eighty dollar drink coaster and PS.Plus advert. Until after you buy it and try to play there is no hint that it requires a Plus membership, which it needs to even function past the main menu (which uponTESO is a very deceptive game in that despite it's packaging claiming you need no subscription to play it, unless you regularly purchase Playstation Plus membership, the game turns into an eighty dollar drink coaster and PS.Plus advert. Until after you buy it and try to play there is no hint that it requires a Plus membership, which it needs to even function past the main menu (which upon to trying to leave the only thing it does is scream to buy PS.Plus or screw off) and I am sorely disappointed with Bethesda for that.

    I have nothing to say for the gameplay or functionality, as without Plus I can't even touch the game in the first place, but if you're looking to buy the game, be warned. Unless you can (or are willing to) purchase Playstation Plus membership with any regularity, don't even bother with this game. Try Realm Reborn if you're looking for a free MMORPG.    … Expand
  51. mwil236
    Jul 30, 2016
    4
    An interesting attempt at Bethesda to claim the MMORPG market for consoles; unfortunately, due to the lack of competition, they will probably succeed in this endeavor despite creating one of the most stereotypical and uninspired cookie-cutter games of all time.

    You know how at the Redbox they'll have a famous movie like (for example) Saving Private Ryan, then they'll also have a Russian    An interesting attempt at Bethesda to claim the MMORPG market for consoles; unfortunately, due to the lack of competition, they will probably succeed in this endeavor despite creating one of the most stereotypical and uninspired cookie-cutter games of all time.

    You know how at the Redbox they'll have a famous movie like (for example) Saving Private Ryan, then they'll also have a Russian knock-off called Rescuing Sergeant Johnson or something? This is the Russian knock-off to a game like World of Warcraft. The exact same gameplay, but in the Elder Scrolls environment. Character classes and skills make zero difference because the game scales the difficulty based on what level you are anyway. It is suspiciously impossible to find enemies that are a much lower or higher level than you. You will never find that one great piece of equipment because it might throw you outside of the difficulty band Bethesda carefully manufactured for you. The game is a horribly disappointing walk through missions and locations forced to be the exact right difficulty. You simply pound your different attack buttons to kill the enemies fed to you and pick up the gear they drop which is either your level or one level above you, but is never magical or unique. The flash and sparkle of crafting, other characters, big cities, the auction house and other MMORPG staples will hold you over, but after about ten hours the curtain is lifted and you realize the game is not challenging; it never lets you fail, but it also never gives you any moments of glory. Items are uninteresting. Missions are uninteresting. Let's just try again on the Elder Scrolls 6, shall we?    … Expand
  52. CoreGamer1408
    Sep 26, 2020
    4
    Didn't play it long enough to max out the limited inventory size in the base game ( like F076 ). I was not impressed by the performance. It wasn't as bad as FO76 for frame rate and latency, but the frame rate was poor by today's gaming standards. After playing the Division 1/2 online and how smoothly those run well I know who knows how to optimize online games better, Ubi-soft.

    Visually    Didn't play it long enough to max out the limited inventory size in the base game ( like F076 ). I was not impressed by the performance. It wasn't as bad as FO76 for frame rate and latency, but the frame rate was poor by today's gaming standards. After playing the Division 1/2 online and how smoothly those run well I know who knows how to optimize online games better, Ubi-soft.

    Visually this would of looked like a nice PS3/360 game, but for a PS4 game it looks kind of dated and ugly, The graphics and lighting looked so last gen for sure.

    Played TES ARPG Oblivion, Morrowind and Skyrim in that order, I'd take Oblivion hell even old Morrowind over playing another minute of TESO. The game play did not pull me in all and I didn't get that open world TES vibe. The areas I played in was just smaller zones with loading screens.

    Then I looked at TES plus option and the in game currency BS and I was like oh wow. I could get a Xboxlive game pass or EA play and have access to hundreds of games for the price of this one games subscriptions model and in game currency options. Which will obviously be needed to cut down the mmo style grind fest.

    I still play Skyrim on console and PC. I have four versions of that game. Fallout 3/4 and NV I replay a lot on console and PC. Bethesda online models for TES/Fallout are really restrictive unless you cough up beyond the base games. I picked up a preowned copy for 25% of the current PSN store price so I don't even feel burnt. Summing up TESO is just meh.    … Expand
  53. aadms
    Jul 15, 2015
    3
    Remember that first feeling you had in Oblivion or Skyrim when the world open up and you could write your own story? Yeah, you're not going to feel any of that in this game. It's an MMO! You can expect mindless fetch quests, bad graphics, bad combat, and a boat load of people running around you in the crypts and caves like you're at the amtrack station. It's an MMO . It's suppose toRemember that first feeling you had in Oblivion or Skyrim when the world open up and you could write your own story? Yeah, you're not going to feel any of that in this game. It's an MMO! You can expect mindless fetch quests, bad graphics, bad combat, and a boat load of people running around you in the crypts and caves like you're at the amtrack station. It's an MMO . It's suppose to be boring and it's suppose to make you wait for long periods watching load screens. The inventory is a mess because everything, and I mean EVERYTHING, is lumped together in "inventory". I actually pulled out Skyrim and began enjoying that because there is just enough resemblance here that makes you wish you were actually playing a real Elder Scrolls game. Did I mention it's an MMO?… Expand
  54. Zenzukai
    Sep 29, 2015
    3
    Tonnes of bugs, crashes, freezes, lock ups, loading screens, missing items, missing quest targets. This is the best Zenimax can do 2 years after release. Seriously all the top ratings are fan boys without any critical merit.
  55. Termin8ter
    Feb 3, 2016
    3
    Elder Scrolls Online Tamriel Unlimited is a plain cash grab, designed to trick people who bought a PS4 or Xbox One into buying this slightly improved re-release. Tamriel Unlimited barely improves from the original, and i mean, BARELY. The only improvement they've made is that co op quests work properly now. THATS IT! something that should have been there in the first place, they only putElder Scrolls Online Tamriel Unlimited is a plain cash grab, designed to trick people who bought a PS4 or Xbox One into buying this slightly improved re-release. Tamriel Unlimited barely improves from the original, and i mean, BARELY. The only improvement they've made is that co op quests work properly now. THATS IT! something that should have been there in the first place, they only put it in the re-release. Nice, Zenimax, that's so kind of you. How generous. Seriously, don't buy this piece of **** buy Witcher 3, or MGSV, but please i am begging you please do not buy this, it just what they want, please don't buy it, please.… Expand
  56. houjo2000
    Sep 22, 2015
    2
    Between clunky controls, a surprising lack of features, and the gutting of everything that made Elder Scrolls interesting I don't see how anyone can give this game a mark above 5.

    Rather than variety, everything in the game is cookie cutter and boring. No more intuitive combat system with criticals, no more stealth viability, and goodbye to ranged in general. How do you take a game    Between clunky controls, a surprising lack of features, and the gutting of everything that made Elder Scrolls interesting I don't see how anyone can give this game a mark above 5.

    Rather than variety, everything in the game is cookie cutter and boring. No more intuitive combat system with criticals, no more stealth viability, and goodbye to ranged in general. How do you take a game where ranged meant ranged, and make it so bows and spells only reach a couple feet further than a spear swing? Oh right- you make it a cookie cutter WoW clone.

    The trading system is obtuse on PC, but in ps4 with zero chat support it's downright atrocious. How do you make a game where trading relies on more personal interactions, and not have any form of chat box. At least on PC you could reliably trade. Oh, but they're adding a chat box- for a companion app. Why!? Keep in game features IN GAME, what is this Destiny?

    The store is one of the worst parts. Items have menus and sub menus, sometimes, but it's unreliable, and the confirm buy button is the same as the 'try on' wardrobe feature, making it painfully easy to lose real money due to lag or double pressing- problems the game is now famous for. No store should be this bad- if you buy something in an mmo like SWTOR on their shop, it goes to a store 'mailbox' where you can choose to refund it immediately, completely eradicating the possibility of errors.

    It gets worse though- if you do make an error due to their poorly made store- they REFUSE TO REFUND YOU. You can put in a ticket detailing the mistake and they will not refund the crowns spent- it's not even you asking for your money back, but the currency you buy with money. That's downright shady, and perhaps the worst customer service I have ever seen in a AAA title.

    The game is buggy, you start to suffer more and more loading time issues the higher level you get- not unlike Skyrim, but in this case there's really no excuse.

    The combat itself is clunky and simple, making it grow very, very boring very, very quickly. I'll give some credit to a more in depth crafting system.

    If you want a very poorly made WoW clone with atrocious customer support and none of the features that make MMOs more convenient and tolerable- this game's for you. If you were hoping for Skyrim online, this game is absolutely nothing like it. At least the PC version has the option for mods, and the social experience is there.

    Graphically- look at the glass armour for my opinion on this. It's not even remotely green, did Zenimax even look at the source material? It might be an ok game if they hadn't focused on making everything look as bland and ugly as possible. This is the ps4, I don't care if it's an mmo it shouldn't look this bad. The worst part is the animations- I haven't seem anything this stiff since WAR, and that game fell apart in a year.

    I feel pretty generous giving this game a 1/10. It's playable, though not enjoyable, it might get a 2 or 3 but I always take away marks when customer service is this bad and their poorly designed game literally costs people money that they don't even entertain refunding. May there be better parts later on? Perhaps, but after I reach double digit hours on a game, if there's not a single thing worth praising I'm not going to keep going in the hopes of finding it.    … Expand
  57. pumpkin_head16
    Jun 11, 2015
    2
    Being an Elder Scrolls fan, sadly this game is a huge disappointment. Bethesda wanted an mmo and they got it. It's all mmo and missing all the elements of an elder scrolls game. It's not even a fun MMO. It would have worked better If it simply had a Co-op option. I'm not going to write a long review as all the flaws have been pointed out by everyone else. So i'll simply sum it up. TheBeing an Elder Scrolls fan, sadly this game is a huge disappointment. Bethesda wanted an mmo and they got it. It's all mmo and missing all the elements of an elder scrolls game. It's not even a fun MMO. It would have worked better If it simply had a Co-op option. I'm not going to write a long review as all the flaws have been pointed out by everyone else. So i'll simply sum it up. The Elder Scrolls Online "Tamriel Unlimited" Is a dull, unentertaining MMO which lacks all the elements of an Elder Scrolls game.… Expand
  58. ElChapo
    Jun 15, 2015
    2
    After having this game a week ive been able to play it for one day, server constantly down or unable to connect. The game itself is terrible nothing like an elder scrolls game, bought this on the back on skyrim and its such a step back. Graphics are worse and gameplay is a step back. Dont buy this if you like the elder scrolls and were expecting something in anyway similar its nothing moreAfter having this game a week ive been able to play it for one day, server constantly down or unable to connect. The game itself is terrible nothing like an elder scrolls game, bought this on the back on skyrim and its such a step back. Graphics are worse and gameplay is a step back. Dont buy this if you like the elder scrolls and were expecting something in anyway similar its nothing more than a bad attempt at WOW or something along those lines… Expand
  59. mrmustard
    Sep 5, 2015
    2
    Plenty of F2P MMO's which will scratch that MMO itch you've probably got. If you've got an Elder Scrolls itch, sorry, this won't do it. Traded this game in for $20 and I'm happy with that value, not worth any more than that.

    Questing is as generic as it gets with MMOs; voice acting is frustrating since you can probably read a lot faster than they are speaking. After the first few    Plenty of F2P MMO's which will scratch that MMO itch you've probably got. If you've got an Elder Scrolls itch, sorry, this won't do it. Traded this game in for $20 and I'm happy with that value, not worth any more than that.

    Questing is as generic as it gets with MMOs; voice acting is frustrating since you can probably read a lot faster than they are speaking. After the first few mundane hours of listening to a crappy script read-through, I found myself skipping all the voice acting and having no idea what I'm fetching and for whom - which comprises around 99% of the quests. Combat - generic plus a manual aim crosshair which was /shrug worthy, PvP - maps too big and really unsatisfying. Graphics - nice, but too much glow effects makes it feel like a cartoon and not anything like the bleak/darkness typically seen in the Elder Scrolls Saga.

    TLDR - Game was a little late to the MMO party and brings nothing new. Plenty of completely free to play games on PC which have been around for years do a better job. If you like MMOs, play one you already have. If you like Elder Scrolls, sorry, you're **** outta luck    … Expand
  60. GammonFish
    Jun 28, 2020
    2
    doesn't feel like a proper elder scrolls game, the graphics are simplistic and oddly cartoony feeling for a franchise where every other game looks great for its time, and characters you don't give a toss about, very basic combat making just press the attack button and doing nothing else as the enemy barely scratches you. however, I do like the setting of starting in Coldharbour and havedoesn't feel like a proper elder scrolls game, the graphics are simplistic and oddly cartoony feeling for a franchise where every other game looks great for its time, and characters you don't give a toss about, very basic combat making just press the attack button and doing nothing else as the enemy barely scratches you. however, I do like the setting of starting in Coldharbour and have one of the main villains is molag bal themself and I am very disappointed at the fact you are stuck on the starting island and cant explore ALL of Tamriel and was almost the driving factor of downloading this game from xbox game pass but sadly you just drown in the water and left me with great disappointment… Expand
  61. Headcrusher
    Jun 9, 2015
    1
    Based on Skyrim and other Elder Scrols games over the years I pre- purchased this. I always thought the only thing missing in previous games was co-op play - After being unable to log in the first night I finally got online today and played for a little bit and now I wish I had not bought the online version so I could sell it back to the store and get at least part of my money back - TalkBased on Skyrim and other Elder Scrols games over the years I pre- purchased this. I always thought the only thing missing in previous games was co-op play - After being unable to log in the first night I finally got online today and played for a little bit and now I wish I had not bought the online version so I could sell it back to the store and get at least part of my money back - Talk about cheesy - Granted I didn't play long because it was so bad I felt cheated so I only got to level 3 but I've got better things to do than play cartoony games with idiots yapping through their microphones. - the entire thing feels cheesy including the combat - If you're around 8 - 10 years old you might like it.… Expand
  62. crnppscls
    Jun 18, 2015
    1
    Awful bland action title. Maybe the download time is excessive for patching, these guys have strict deadlines and when the time came to put the discs to press, obviously there was still a lot to do but the core was still on the discs i presume, i can appreciate this, it happens.

    I digress because of semantics, this is about the game right ? I love the crafting actually, if you're a    Awful bland action title. Maybe the download time is excessive for patching, these guys have strict deadlines and when the time came to put the discs to press, obviously there was still a lot to do but the core was still on the discs i presume, i can appreciate this, it happens.

    I digress because of semantics, this is about the game right ?

    I love the crafting actually, if you're a cruncher, its cool to go and farm stuff that makes your next bow, (crunching, if i decon this then i get 2 of those to make x etc)

    Questing is a chore, it is done better on other titles, sometimes distraction re:gw2 can work

    Without any viable text input, you just seem to be this insane wanderer, hoping for an invite for what you might be standing next to at that moment, the game needs more interaction, this, psn names, combat and the guilds themselves are woefully sub-par.

    I click on most of the 10's and they have no history, other than to rate every version of the game at max, so here i am at a 1, although it is a credible 7 in my view. I just wish Zenimax had put as much effort into placating their pc audience, as they did with their multitude of penny pinching versions on console.    … Expand
  63. Matinski
    Jun 16, 2015
    1
    LAG, LAG, a few moments of playing an ugly game, LAG, Frustration, 40 minutes on the phone trying to get through to support (still waiting), LAG, a few more moments of an ugly game.

    What a LET DOWN. This is going back to the shop tomorrow.

    If you buy this then more fool you as you have been warned.
  64. dagoldberg
    Jun 15, 2015
    1
    Sorry to say, but this game was not even close to my expectations. Extremely grind heavy, long drawn out and tedious quests, and laggy non responsive combat. I played this game for a day straight, returned it the next day. Looks like elder scrolls, definitely doesn't feel like it. Your better off with W3 or DAO (which i still wasnt so much a fan of but will revisit after tradingSorry to say, but this game was not even close to my expectations. Extremely grind heavy, long drawn out and tedious quests, and laggy non responsive combat. I played this game for a day straight, returned it the next day. Looks like elder scrolls, definitely doesn't feel like it. Your better off with W3 or DAO (which i still wasnt so much a fan of but will revisit after trading this in.)… Expand
  65. Expired_Cologne
    Jul 29, 2015
    1
    This MMO is a running simulator to start. The quests you run 15 minutes to are very boring and don't get me started on the dialog... It's like trying to rush through a zoo not seeing all of the zoo animals but trying to find the restroom. But that restroom has a great soundtrack. Angel from Angel's Erotic Solutions recommended this atrocity to me and I immediately gave it a chance (alongThis MMO is a running simulator to start. The quests you run 15 minutes to are very boring and don't get me started on the dialog... It's like trying to rush through a zoo not seeing all of the zoo animals but trying to find the restroom. But that restroom has a great soundtrack. Angel from Angel's Erotic Solutions recommended this atrocity to me and I immediately gave it a chance (along with many of my friends that are also selling the game as we speak). I was hoping for less cartoony graphics and even less ridiculous quests. ITS SOOO BORING. I want to rip a fetus out and send it to zenimax online. Thanks for the pepperoni pizza -yours truly-Shrek… Expand
  66. jonjees
    Aug 29, 2015
    1
    this must be the most broken game i have ever played on playstation, from ps1 to ps4.
    it just crashes often (over 100 error reports submited) and the lag is horrible for an online game.
    pvp is just 1 shot and your dead lol. the story mode is average even with 3 factions and it is really not in the same class as witcher 3. dungeon crawling is also not rewarding, etc the loot you    this must be the most broken game i have ever played on playstation, from ps1 to ps4.
    it just crashes often (over 100 error reports submited) and the lag is horrible for an online game.
    pvp is just 1 shot and your dead lol.

    the story mode is average even with 3 factions and it is really not in the same class as witcher 3.
    dungeon crawling is also not rewarding, etc the loot you picked are usually useless.

    group finder for a dungeon is also painful and clumsy.
    not having in game text chat makes the experience frustrating too.
    what is an mmo if it lacks proper communication?
    as an mmo it really lacks that experience of playing your character, interacting with others, having a unique purpose or even loot finding....    … Expand
  67. Mikeybignostril
    Feb 14, 2016
    1
    Hated it. I loved skyrim.. Elder scrolls online was horrible. The graphics are poor.. The whole place feels like a card board cut out with characters that are unengaging.
  68. Allon4ik
    Jun 25, 2019
    1
    Game is trash! Donate, terrible fighting system! The worst pvp ever! 80 % players have dps below 20 k, because fighting system is idiotic!
  69. sanctuaryreaper
    Apr 23, 2020
    1
    Server performance is ruining this game beyond belief, skills dont fire off, unless you press the button 6 or 7 times, massive desyncs, every maintenance they have seems to make it worse not better, been a day 1 player, but seriously considering quitting now, had enough of the lag, memory leak and overall rubbish performace.
  70. rodericrinehart
    Jun 19, 2015
    0
    DO NOT THINK THIS IS ELDER SCROLLS 6. Play Fallout 4 this November or Skyrim right now. Avoid this cesspool of MMO tropes bad habits. MMO is not Elder Scrolls.
  71. BigRook
    Jun 13, 2015
    0
    Not really an Elder Scrolls game.. Uninspired world....yes it is very very LARGE.. But the game is also very very BORING. The quests are....go get 10 of this, go get 5 of that rinse and repeat. It will take forever to level up, and the graphics are gawd awful.....The voice acting is a joke !! Looks like a law firm designed the world...with objects simply tossed on the ground with badNot really an Elder Scrolls game.. Uninspired world....yes it is very very LARGE.. But the game is also very very BORING. The quests are....go get 10 of this, go get 5 of that rinse and repeat. It will take forever to level up, and the graphics are gawd awful.....The voice acting is a joke !! Looks like a law firm designed the world...with objects simply tossed on the ground with bad lighting and fighting. Get the game used, or better yet get it free in a few months.… Expand
  72. Clopon
    Jan 1, 2016
    0
    Grinding, unbalanced, crappy combat... no reasons at all to play this game.
    Even if it wasn't enough, is still bugged and they're adding only more grinding...
    PvP could have saved this title, but is even more buggy and unpolished. Truly a lost cause.
  73. AuldWolf
    Jan 7, 2017
    0
    A bad time for casuals.

    This game started off as having more of a casual focus, sure. Since One Tamriel, though, it's been supremely exclusionary of casuals. Dungeons scale to appeal to end-game PvE players, balance changes that regularly wreck concept builds to appeal to PvP players, and world bosses that used to be soloable that now require a large group. If you're a very competitive    A bad time for casuals.

    This game started off as having more of a casual focus, sure. Since One Tamriel, though, it's been supremely exclusionary of casuals. Dungeons scale to appeal to end-game PvE players, balance changes that regularly wreck concept builds to appeal to PvP players, and world bosses that used to be soloable that now require a large group. If you're a very competitive sort, you'll love it. It's just too toxic of an environment for casuals. It's moving ever more and more toward appealing to the people who play WoW and League of Legends.

    Crafting used to be a level above all drops, so it was easy to craft great armour. Crafting stats have been nerfed, and crafted gear is the same level as what drops now (and inferior in every way). This is something they promised they wouldn't do, but hey, it's just too easy to get good gear and the high-end PvE players don't like that. They added duelling, which meant that roleplayers are now getting trolled all the time by people checking roleplaying site schedules and having duels there. Unlike Champions Online, it doesn't even have no-duel zones. You can duel anywhere.

    The only thing that ESO still has going for it is slightly above sub par writing.

    ESO has gone in a Bold New Direction, the management at Zenimax Online Studios now wants that sweet, sweet WoW money. And we all know how well that worked out for Champions Online, Wildstar, Warhammer Online, et al, right?

    So don't bother with ESO and ignore the promises made about it. It used to be a casual game, not any more.    … Expand
  74. keikei9000
    Jun 11, 2015
    0
    I'm giving this game a 0 because that's how much of it I've been able to play in the last two days - I haven't even been able to get a character all the way through creation without it glitching and dropping me off the server. I played the game on the PC, and I found it fairly middle-of-the-road for an MMO with the obvious benefit of not having class-locked weapon sets. The story isn'tI'm giving this game a 0 because that's how much of it I've been able to play in the last two days - I haven't even been able to get a character all the way through creation without it glitching and dropping me off the server. I played the game on the PC, and I found it fairly middle-of-the-road for an MMO with the obvious benefit of not having class-locked weapon sets. The story isn't inspired, but it isn't the drivel I was pushed through in some earlier games.

    Still, I don't understand how we can be seeing positive, glowing reviews for a game that can't be played for any extended period of time. Also, I can't fathom how the developer has gone two days without either seriously ramping up capabilities or offering some sort of credible plan for a solution. This may be the first PS4 game I ask Amazon to take back as defective.    … Expand
  75. Pambib
    Jun 14, 2015
    0
    Good God! Just installed this on my PS4 and am shocked buy how lifeless, dull and, well, **** the graphics are.

    I have recently finished playing The Witcher and it's like I've dumped the PS4 and replaced it with a PS0.5, it's that bad.

    Or am I missing the option to turn up the quality from "dire" to "decent"?
  76. gman321
    Dec 5, 2020
    0
    The game was a very good, fun Game. Great for solo or group. However in the last year the quality of the game's servers and customer service has dropped. After their recent update very few players, including myself, can play a dungeon or even log in to the game due to the constant freezing and crashing. Sadly Bethesda has already said only pc players will receive any compensation althoughThe game was a very good, fun Game. Great for solo or group. However in the last year the quality of the game's servers and customer service has dropped. After their recent update very few players, including myself, can play a dungeon or even log in to the game due to the constant freezing and crashing. Sadly Bethesda has already said only pc players will receive any compensation although xbox and ps4 players also pay the $25/ month… Expand
  77. vZeqk___
    Jun 11, 2015
    0
    I like Elder series but this is really sh... looks like game for ps3 ....details wow where ..... Beast World is total empty its ps 4 new gen hellow people ..... gamepley its good but not give me so much fun like elder single pleyer ... that just my opinion ....
  78. Mac5point0
    Jun 18, 2015
    0
    This is a terrible game, how can you go from making skyrim to producing a game like this. Yes I hear you need to wait a while to get into it but if that's your selling point your going to lose a lot of gamer's. I gave it well over 10 hours and it is live less. Everybody running around like headless chickens it awful.
  79. reieto
    Jun 25, 2015
    0
    What a disappointment! Everything I loved about the Elder Scrolls experience just thrown away - who in their right mind thinks that entering a dungeon and having other unknown players appear out of nowhere and run past you *makes any sense in the world*? Maybe today's dungeons are like shopping malls. I returned the game on the 2nd day. I can only hope for the next real installment inWhat a disappointment! Everything I loved about the Elder Scrolls experience just thrown away - who in their right mind thinks that entering a dungeon and having other unknown players appear out of nowhere and run past you *makes any sense in the world*? Maybe today's dungeons are like shopping malls. I returned the game on the 2nd day. I can only hope for the next real installment in Elder Scrolls.… Expand
  80. WarVenum
    Jul 15, 2015
    0
    Pure suck. This game sucks hard. Luckily i played it for free and did not waste any of my money on it the plot is stupid you just run around hack and slash pick up this piece of bread I'll join your quest if you do 5 quest for me just terrible there's a way to put it. There's a lot better games out there for a lot less money go buy one of those.
  81. markwal229
    Sep 2, 2015
    0
    It's a very hard game to learn there isn't enough skill points so if you want to craft you'll need several players. Also my main complaint with this game is the lack of bag/bank space there is so much stuff in this game and I spend over an hour a day just organizing my bank/character mules etc instead of having fun. Plus there is no centralized selling place it's all done through guildIt's a very hard game to learn there isn't enough skill points so if you want to craft you'll need several players. Also my main complaint with this game is the lack of bag/bank space there is so much stuff in this game and I spend over an hour a day just organizing my bank/character mules etc instead of having fun. Plus there is no centralized selling place it's all done through guild stores so you spend a lot of time trying to find things as well. the economy is also a mess. Stay away! It's a beautiful poorly designed game.… Expand
  82. Lokidos
    Dec 20, 2015
    0
    That unlimited is a joke for me personally..I bought something unlimited while I have to pay PSN account to play the game..So where is the unlimited...To me unlimited is bullsh1t.Cuz not only u have to pay for PSN account but also for all the extra DLC sh1t and then goes the system with extra cash..No no and again no..Stealing the idea of a really nice atmospheric game to make somethingThat unlimited is a joke for me personally..I bought something unlimited while I have to pay PSN account to play the game..So where is the unlimited...To me unlimited is bullsh1t.Cuz not only u have to pay for PSN account but also for all the extra DLC sh1t and then goes the system with extra cash..No no and again no..Stealing the idea of a really nice atmospheric game to make something that will give u much money.No thanks.At least I bought it for 22 euros and I can resell it used bit higher.Simply 0… Expand
  83. mikaelo
    Aug 31, 2016
    0
    this game is horrible,badly done and tarnishes the saga of the elder scrolls, a real scam. I was impressed in all the bethesda games, but this game is a disgust esception
  84. MrEddie26
    Feb 2, 2022
    0
    Absolutely broken mess. PvP is dead. No interesting new features. Nothing. Just same boring repetitive crap again and again.
  85. Reverend637
    Apr 13, 2017
    0
    Tried it for about 10 hours during the free play week, possibly the worst MMO I've ever played, very glad not to have wasted even 10 dollars on the incredibly discounted version. Collecting ingredients is tedious when you constantly have to do slow grabbing/mining/chopping animations on the large quantities of insects, plants, rocks, runestones, trees, and other harvestable things in theTried it for about 10 hours during the free play week, possibly the worst MMO I've ever played, very glad not to have wasted even 10 dollars on the incredibly discounted version. Collecting ingredients is tedious when you constantly have to do slow grabbing/mining/chopping animations on the large quantities of insects, plants, rocks, runestones, trees, and other harvestable things in the game world. Having the base Elder Scrolls option of just clicking a single button to collect something would help a lot. Guard AI is very bad, and the problem is exacerbated by their aggression and invincibility. In the first little bit of play after exiting Bleakrock Isle, which was my starting zone, enemies were in the middle of the friendly camp and attacking people. I was playing as a templar focused on crowd control and healing, and shot my movement speed reducing attack at one of the caster enemies. A guard ran in between us during the casting animation and I instantly got 37 bounty and was killed on sight. Attack cycling feels the same as every other MMO out there with not much unique, and the hitboxes are completely out of proportion so that if the enemy swings at you you're probably going to get hit even if you're 10 feet away and they're swinging a dagger. Bethesda is involved with it but it hardly feels like it is, comes across as an uninspired junky WoW clone. I wouldn't play this thing for a large quantity of time for free, much less for 10 dollars, or the normal non-discounted 30. Did I mention the leveling up process is so choked that I hit level 6 halfway through the beginning zone and then spent another hour of running around completing quests to get halfway to the next level. Not only do I not consider this one fun, but I don't even see it becoming enjoyable without major overhauls. A huge fail that really tarnishes a fun world.… Expand
  86. henryivan
    May 23, 2017
    0
    ESO is filled with players running cheat engine and other 3rd party apps that allow one to cheat, Resource pool, attack power, speed, regen, ect all remains on the client side and are able to be manipulated. Most of the cheaters hide in trials/grp dungeons were they are less likely to be spotted there are many cheaters in each of the pvp campaigns.
  87. EpicGhost
    Sep 14, 2019
    0
    Pongo un 0 por la falta de respeto a la comunidad española, patético de no estar ni con subtitulos en español.
  88. Lordin11
    Jun 17, 2020
    0
    For a week they can’t deal with Russian localization. Tired of seeing a crooked translation.
  89. Anklefocker
    Apr 19, 2021
    0
    Full of glitches, hackers, bugs, indestructible enemies, your abilities sometimes randomly turn off. Absolute trash...
  90. Gurpgork
    Mar 15, 2023
    0
    Bosses with insta kill abilities ruin all end game content. Apparently things like yelling really loud is enough to kill you in this game. Makes perfect sense
  91. KentKouh
    Jun 25, 2023
    0
    Awful game. Side quests in this game is pure fetch quests, you receive bad rewards/loot, main story is boring, combat is stupidly bad. And the dialogue is laughable. I honestly never understood the hype around this game.
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Mixed or average reviews - based on 30 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  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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