The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 1001 Ratings

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  1. ianz
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Dropped WoW for this and I'm not regretting at all. ESO is way better than WoW ever was. That's saying something when ESO is better than WoW's BC era.
  2. miew
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    ESO wasn't that good in beta, but will all these updates it has grown into something unbeliveable good. The content alone is worth waaaay more than 60$.
  3. imaka
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This game is like WoW just done right. There is no way to really summarize this game into 5,000 characters so I am simply going to say this. This is like all MMOs it is just 5,000 times better and more entertaining. And you don't have to pay a monthly fee!
  4. kufaal
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    After playing this game hardcore for over a month, I feel that the hype has finally worn off and the game truly deserves a 10 rating. It's by far the best MMO right now, even better than World of Warcraft (though that's mostly due to Blizzard's failings).
  5. fasadasd
    Jun 24, 2015
    10
    So many haters lol. I guess Blizzard is finally afraid because ESO so much better than WoW you can't even compare. That garbage needs to disappear already.
  6. tonykroos
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    ESO is absolutely gorgeous. It's the only MMO that is actually interesting. No fetch quests, simply amazing game. Just what I expected from a TES game!
  7. 10mooses
    Jun 25, 2015
    8
    Go over there, beat up some guys and then come back here and tell me all about it.
    Sounds pish doesn't it? It's not though. It's really good. No idea why but it is.
    I'm not even a particularly big fan of previous elder scrolls game.
  8. Psktassassin
    Jun 29, 2015
    9
    Elder scrolls online is a enjoyable Mmo set in the elder scrolls universe. It captures the look and feel of elder scrolls but without as much interactivity. The combat is always changing,the world is enormous, the Pvp is epic and the story and lore is brilliant. This isn't skyrim, don't expect it to be and you'll have a blast.
  9. ascedentevil
    Jul 2, 2015
    9
    I've put a lot of time into The Elder Scrolls Online, namely about two weeks and 30 or so hours and I've barley even scratched the surface of the game, I've managed to become a "master explorer" in 1 of the 17 available areas. So then, the size of this game is huge, I did read about a few chaps who surmised that it would take 8.9 hours of real time horse riding to travel from corner toI've put a lot of time into The Elder Scrolls Online, namely about two weeks and 30 or so hours and I've barley even scratched the surface of the game, I've managed to become a "master explorer" in 1 of the 17 available areas. So then, the size of this game is huge, I did read about a few chaps who surmised that it would take 8.9 hours of real time horse riding to travel from corner to corner of Tamriel and that's a long time.
    As we've come to know, Bethesda love packing their ES games to the max with content that will take you forever to complete and TESO is no different, It's literally impossible to go anywhere without getting distracted by something, be it a dungeon, area boss or quest, you'l always have something to do; be it saving someones family member or delivering a package.
    For the story driven fan, it is a little dry to begin with, with missions being handed out occasionally, you'll be keeping yourself occupied until the game says you can do some more campaign missions. Aside from the this the narrative is strong (and it ought to be considering none other than Michael Gambon himself will be guiding you); and you'll soon find yourself eager to learn what comes next.
    Alongside this all the standard guilds return, mages and fighters and a few new ones, will let you explore smaller scale stories that will turn your character into a powerful legend of the land. But also a new alliance feature comes in that allows you to clear areas of the map for the greater good of your people, giving you a feeling of duty and heroism.
    Skills are easy to level as usual and the leveling system offers an easy and intuitive approach to gearing your character in the direction you want. Each set of skills has passive and active abilities that will map to buttons on the controller, allowing you access to magic spells that can cause extra defensive and offensive effects.
    The games many crafting systems allow you to make Armour, brew potions and craft enchantments; giving you total freedom over how you play the game.
    Understandably it's the multiplayer that defines the game, truly showing off the size and polish of the game. Once you hit level ten you can group with other players to take on team dungeons and challenges, offering better loot and experience, not to mention a hell of a lot of fun; with each player having their own responsibility, team work becomes key. Then, when you're ready, enter Cyrodil for some intense PvP, with massive teams of players you can fight to literally become the emperor of Cyrodil. with rumors of the game allowing up to 1000 people at once, these matches can become HUGE.
    The only slight downside (and the main one to overlook) is the Visuals. Yes, they have improved over Skyrim, with better character models and some stellar lighting, but the lifeless looks on the faces of NPCs when they are describing terrible events sometimes takes you out of the fantasy.

    Overall a very well made and polished game from Bethesda with the usually quality and quantity we have come to expect form the franchise, a strong addition to any gamers collection.    … Expand
  10. ulina
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    All the morons talking bad about the graphics. And what exactly looks better than ESO? Skyrim certainly doesn't lol. ESO's lighting enough is way better...
  11. kulko
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Graphics bad? Hell it looks 5+ years ahead of WoD, wondering why nobody cries about that. Not to mention it looks better than any MMO on the market...
  12. wulvo
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Best mmorpg ever created and I've played soooo many. There is literally no competition when eso is just sooo goood. Thanks Zenimax for this masterpiece, will play for years to come.
  13. huzat
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    Fans of fantasy RPG have had to wait a long time for a game where they can imagine themselves as heroes in 'another world' without paying by the month for it.
  14. RLunardelli
    Jun 25, 2015
    9
    I'm liking the game, this is my first time playing an Elders Scrolls franchise game, and the experience is exciting like i had in WoW some years ago. I'll give a 9 because the idea of "late game" of PvE is a little empty to me at the moment, maybe is because there isn't, much players in high levels now.
  15. Dal_ReviewedDat
    Aug 11, 2015
    9
    Being a huge fan of ES series, Fallout, RPGs on the whole and a fan of MMOs, I turned down buying ESO on the PS4, opting for Witcher3 instead. I'm unsure as to why, as I appreciate that the Witcher 3 is an immense, huge and well built game / world. But I didn't fall in love with it and found myself looking to sell after weeks.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Overall ESO is a beautiful and brilliant MMO on the PS4. Having played a good while within FF A Realm Reborn, I've instantly preferred this game based on the lore and familiarity of the ES series. However, it is what it is. Don't buy this expecting Skyrim 2, don't buy this if you don't like joining others in quests (you dont have to mic up - there's an endless amount of gestures you can hotkey for easy conversation during exploring or dungeons) and there's a huge community of players who will happily welcome 1 more to their parties. If scale is your thing and looking for something to consume a lot of hours for your money, then look no further. Fair enough it's only been out since June 15 on PS4, but no one has achieved any of the ultra rare trophies.    … Expand
  16. turisto
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The only problems I have with this title are the dungeons are a annoying, everything is a boss it seems and there are a lot of them. The rewards are, generally speaking useless and when they are good, it's not for your class. But I don't dungeon much.
  17. Don_Paulos
    Jun 25, 2015
    9
    Great game, only thing stopping it being a 10 is the lack of consequence for dying. Otherwise, best MMORPG out the at the moment. Great looking and full of atmosphere.
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  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. 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.
  23. 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!
  24. Zeddix
    Sep 19, 2015
    8
    The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited is an MMO take on the popular RPG series, The Elder Scrolls. Although it may have many similarities and differences to previous titles, it's still a great game in it's own unique way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Overall, the game is great. If you are a massive fan of TES lore, or are looking for a new game to play with your friends, then you'll most likely enjoy this too. However if you're more of a single player focused player who's more intrested in intense action games, or perhaps not an MMO fan, you might want to give this a miss.    … Expand
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. zuk0
    Jun 30, 2015
    10
    For an MMO, I think the graphics are great! Voice acting is pretty good and it definitely has the feel of Tamriel. It's a lot of fun running around the environment knowing it's populated with other players. This is probably the first successful console MMO I have every played.
  28. hugo2
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    I like Elder Scrolls Online! It's the best game I ever seen. With no subscription fee I think a lot of gamers will buy this game Thank you Zenimax for this beautiful rp game.
  29. jutaafal
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    The game is brilliant. Contains action,exploring,pvp and group events. The idea of World Events is just great. The leveling is fun and its not boring and monotonic.
  30. nuso
    Jun 25, 2015
    10
    This is the best the elder scrolls game I've ever played in my life. It's wiping the floor with Skyrim in every possible way. A true successor to morrowind and oblivion.
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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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