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Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.

The Elder Scrolls® Online is a rpg, mmorpg and open world game developed by ZeniMax Online Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.
Released on May 22nd 2017 is available on Windows and MacOS in 7 languages: English, French, German, Russian, Spanish - Spain, Simplified Chinese and Japanese.

It has received 154,113 reviews of which 125,497 were positive and 28,616 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. 😎

The game is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam, but you can find it for 4.40€ on K4G.


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System requirements

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Windows
  • Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
  • OS: Windows 10 64-bit
  • Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 2300 or AMD FX4350
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 1GB RAM (NVIDIA® GeForce® 560 or AMD Radeon™ 6870)
  • DirectX: Version 11
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 150 GB available space
  • Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
MacOS
  • OS: Mac® High Sierra v 10.13
  • Processor: Intel Core i5 processor
  • Memory: 4 GB RAM
  • Graphics: AMD Radeon
  • Network: Broadband Internet connection
  • Storage: 150 GB available space

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92 hours played
July 2026
Came from WoW expecting to quit after a few hours. Ended up getting hooked. ESO shines when you stop rushing and start enjoying the world, quests, and lore. It's not WoW, and that's exactly why I ended up loving it.
9133 hours played
July 2026
With this many hours in the game, I don't think I could NOT recommend it. In it's current state it's harder to stay actively involved in what's going on in the game though. The Elder Scrolls Online has entered it's "next stage in life", which isn't the same experience that I have had, when I first started the game. The game still have roughly infinite amount of content, but with the halt on new expansions to the map, they've changed their trajectory more towards a maintainance mode and updating what's already in the game and as sad as it has been, it was never exactly unpredictable. I wouldn't advice to buy this game if you struggle with FOMO, gambling addiction or similar afflictions as the game is pushing you to invest more and more money into it, with the base game giving you a limited experience of what's out there. The optional subscription model is fair from my own point of view, but the numerous in-game currencies really cloud your judgment in how much you end up spending and it's way too easy to go overboard. I have no experience from other MMORPG's to make a comparison if ESO is functionally better or worse than any other MMO out there. A big draw for me for ESO is and was that the social aspect for a lot of the game is optional. They've made this even easier over the years with NPC companions and Group Finders so you are able to opt in and out as you please. But when you do want to be social, the community is actually pretty nice and helpful. And despite what everyone says, ESO isn't dead just yet. Now is as good a time as any to come to ESO or to return back to ESO. It's perfect as a solo or a group activity and you'll find so much to do that you'll completely forget about the amount of money and time you've spent on it.
20213 hours played
May 2026
I have played ESO since 4/2021 and system says I logged over 19,400 hours. I previously played Oblivion; Skyrim, and Morrowind, in that order and was indestructible, all powerful in all three in less than 2 years (total). ESO still provides challenges after 5 years. I am 76 and retired; yes I play a lot of hours a day, rarely miss a day. Some complain the game is become pay to win, I haven't found that to be true, yes they sell goodies that can improve your housing whims, and things that you could just wait or play for, but they do have employees to pay to keep the game going and it's not cheap to pay people or provide servers that hold your characters info (forever). I have and can afford to buy whatever i want, but I have probably (outside of the annual fee for Plus) used less than $200 dollars (some of that was from gifts from my family) for Miscellaneous housing items and in-game homes. Ive had Crashing problems in last month and the Support team has been helpful to resolve, but when Win11 stopped working, it wasn't ESO's or the game's fault. Remember it is a game (a very life like, addictive GAME). You do have to put time in to be Extremely good, but you are not likely to become a "Superman" in this game, maybe an Emperor, Master crafter, Housing guru, formidable opponent, sales entrepreneur, or just have fun. I play PVE and PVP and all events, and I die a lot (unlike real-life, where you only get one chance). If you are having problems with play, then search the internet, lost of podcasters with great ideas, even ask in game for help. Love the game (statement and a command). Highly recommended.
6317 hours played
April 2026
Many years ago, I gave my dad this Steam account and made a new one for myself. He loved fantasy games, and this one clearly meant a lot to him. He passed away a few years ago, and I hadn’t logged into this account since. When I finally did, I saw he had 6,317.1 hours in this game. I just sat there staring at it. What’s even crazier is that he still gave all six of his kids a ton of attention. You never would have guessed he was putting in that kind of time. That’s a whole lot of time spent in a world he loved. I didn’t play this game with him, but in a way I got to understand a small part of what made him happy. For that alone, this game means more to me than I ever expected. Thank you for giving him a world he clearly enjoyed so much.
36 hours played
March 2026
A Fresh Start in 2026 ESO Is Best When You Slow Down I’ve played The Elder Scrolls Online on and off since launch. In 2026 I decided to start over with a fresh account and a fresh mindset, and honestly it reminded me why this game has lasted so long. This time I’m focusing on one main character instead of bouncing between alts ( I have them for writs and mount training just not playing them for now), and I’m taking my time with the story and quests instead of rushing to endgame. ESO is fantastic when you play it this way. The world is huge, the writing is surprisingly good, and there’s an incredible amount of lore to explore if you’re willing to slow down. One challenge is that after years of updates and DLC, quest order can be a little confusing. New quests have been added into older zones, so playing the story in chronological order isn’t always obvious. My only real annoyance has been dungeon queues. Most groups are doing speed runs where they sprint through the dungeon, skipping enemies and only killing the bosses. It’s great if you just want quick loot, but it makes it difficult to actually follow the dungeon quests or enjoy the story if you’re new or trying to experience it properly. Graphically, ESO is starting to show its age in some areas. That said, the sheer amount of customization, builds, armor styles, housing, companions, crafting, etc. more than makes up for it. If you treat ESO like a theme park MMO where you rush to the end, you might miss what makes it special. But if you slow down, explore, and enjoy the world, there’s an incredible amount of game here. Recommendation: Play one character, take your time, and enjoy the journey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Elder Scrolls® Online is currently priced at 19.99€ on Steam.

No, The Elder Scrolls® Online is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 19.99€ on Steam.

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online received 125,497 positive votes out of a total of 154,113 achieving a rating of 8.06.
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The Elder Scrolls® Online was developed by ZeniMax Online Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online is playable and fully supported on Windows.

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online is playable and fully supported on MacOS.

No, The Elder Scrolls® Online is not playable on Linux.

This information about The Elder Scrolls® Online is not available yet.

This information about The Elder Scrolls® Online is not available yet.

No, The Elder Scrolls® Online does not support VR.

The Elder Scrolls® Online is a multi-player game.

The Elder Scrolls® Online features PvP mode where you can test your skills against other players.

Yes, there are 6 DLCs available for The Elder Scrolls® Online. Explore additional content available for The Elder Scrolls® Online on Steam.

No, The Elder Scrolls® Online does not support mods via Steam Workshop.

No, The Elder Scrolls® Online does not support Steam Remote Play.

Yes, The Elder Scrolls® Online is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.

You can find solutions or submit a support ticket by visiting the Steam Support page for The Elder Scrolls® Online.

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The Elder Scrolls® Online PEGI 18
Rating
8.1
125,497
28,616
Game modes
Multiplayer
Features
Online players
7,899
Developer
ZeniMax Online Studios
Publisher
Bethesda Softworks
Release 22 May 2017
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