"The Elder Scrolls Online offers a vast world to explore, filled with rich lore and engaging quests that capture the essence of the Elder Scrolls series."
— Game Informer
The Elder Scrolls Online
Expanding Tamriel into a Living MMORPG
The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) opens up the legendary world of Tamriel like never before in a sprawling MMORPG adventure. Developed by ZeniMax Online Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks, ESO invites players to forge their destiny across a living, breathing continent steeped in lore, danger, and discovery. Whether you’re battling in epic PvP sieges, exploring iconic regions from Morrowind to Elsweyr, or uncovering the deep mythos of the Elder Scrolls timeline, ESO delivers a rich, ever-evolving fantasy playground for solo adventurers and guildmates alike.
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- Co-development
discipline
- Engineering
release date
- April 2014
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Engagement Length:
Commencing in July 2019, the MPG team has worked closely alongside our partners at Zenimax, on this multi-year engagement. The results of which have seen our global teams provide support on a range of features, from technical art and tooling, to security, optimizations, audio, and customer services.
Developer:
ZeniMax Online Studios
Feature Collaborations:
Customer Services, Rendering, Server Stability, Ports, BI, Gameplay, Optimizations, Audio, Security, Technical Art, Tooling
Publisher:
Bethesda Softworks
total sales
Over 15 million units sold worldwide (as of 2020)
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Megaserver Technology:
ESO utilizes "megaserver" technology, ensuring that all players are integrated into a single cohesive world, enhancing the multiplayer experience.
Transition to Buy-to-Play Model:
In March 2015, the game transitioned from a subscription-based model to a buy-to-play format, rebranding as The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited.
Continuous Expansion:
Since its launch, ESO has released numerous expansions and updates, including Morrowind, Summerset, Elsweyr, and Greymoor, each introducing new regions, storylines, and gameplay mechanics.
