By their very nature, MMO’s evolve – but as it stands right now, The Elder Scrolls online isn’t a worthwhile investment. If you’re an Elder Scrolls fan, you might want to give it a try but I do think you may be a teeny bit disappointed. If you’re an MMORPG fan, there are some ideas here that you will certainly like.
That was my verdict on The Elder Scrolls Online when I reviewed it back in 2014. A lot has changed since then however. Apart from new DLC, bugs have been ironed out, and the MMORPG has dropped its subscription fee. That’s all good and well, but the base product still costs cash, which many aren’t willing to cough up in fear that they end up disliking the game.
If you’re one of them, you’ll be happy to know that an opportunity to explore Tamriel without spending a cent has just presented itself. It’s been announced that the Elder Scrolls Online will be completely free to play from now, right through until November the 21st (via PC Gamer):
You’ve heard about One Tamriel, now come see what it’s all about – experience adventure without limits in The Elder Scrolls Online during our Free Play Weekend on PlayStation 4 & PC/Mac.
- You’ll have access to the full The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited base game, not including DLC game pack areas
- Upon account creation, you’ll get 500 crowns to spend in the Crown Store on fun costumes, unique pets, helpful scrolls, and more
- After the Free Play Weekend ends, you can continue right where you left off! Any characters you create, Crown Packs, or Crown Store items you purchase, as well as any progress you make during the Free Play Weekend will carry over when you purchase the game
If you have a Xbox One, don’t worry, you haven’t been left out entirely – you’ll be getting your own free weekend sometime in future. If you’re on PC or PS4 on the other hand, I’d suggest you begin your download immediately. The last I heard, the main client was 80gb big, and that was back in April last year.
A host of DLC packs have been added to the game since then, so I think that download size has potentially swelled somewhat. If it has, well, I just hope that you have some proper fast Internet to take full advantage of this promotion if you are interested.
Last Updated: November 16, 2016
VampyreSquirrel
November 16, 2016 at 15:35
I’d love to give it a shot… but 80GB is 80% of my cap.
Ottokie
November 16, 2016 at 15:37
Don’t. it sucks (I have a better word but this is a public space)
VampyreSquirrel
November 16, 2016 at 15:45
lol
HairyEwok
November 16, 2016 at 15:58
Rather spend that 80gigs you’d use to dl Elder Scrolls Online and dl mods for Skyrim. That’s data way better invested.
Dungeon of JJ
November 16, 2016 at 16:10
Yea, if it wasn’t for the size and the fact that I know it’s supremely mediocre, I might have considered it.
Dungeon of JJ
November 16, 2016 at 15:36
Elder Scrolls VI is coming!
Elder Scrolls VI is coming!
Andre Fourie
November 16, 2016 at 15:38
80gig??? https://uploads.disquscdn.com/images/1ecefe82583d174f3d62c5d874f6ed94f7a4b7e802340fc5de2dca8342506036.jpg
Dungeon of JJ
November 16, 2016 at 16:07
80mfkn gig?
http://i.imgur.com/a7CfI95.gif
40 Insane Frogs
November 16, 2016 at 17:44
Daaammnnnn!!!
HairyEwok
November 16, 2016 at 15:56
I’ve played the beta way back when it was still young and hated it. I doubt the game changed so much to give it another go in hopes of it shining as bright as Skyrim.
Dungeon of JJ
November 16, 2016 at 16:07
The thing is, it’s not a bad MMO, if that’s your thing. But it’s a kak Elder Scrolls. I don’t even count it as part of the franchise.
Admiral Chief Argonian
November 16, 2016 at 17:35
Nope nope nope nope nope noooooooope
40 Insane Frogs
November 16, 2016 at 17:44
lol, looks like ass, plays like ass, sucks ass… Rather download Neverwinter fam. It’s the better MMO on either the boner or PS4.