The Elder Scrolls Online Goes Free-to-Play Until August 12
Get ready, gamers! The Elder Scrolls Online is free to play across all platforms until August 12. This amazing opportunity coincides with QuakeCon, allowing players on PC, Mac, Xbox, and PlayStation to dive into the expansive world of Tamriel without spending a dime.
If you’ve participated in previous free events, you can pick up right where you left off without losing any of your progress. It’s a perfect chance for newcomers to join in and for veterans to revisitate their adventures.
Sales and Developments in the ESO Universe
Along with this free event, both the Elder Scrolls Online base game and the highly anticipated 2025 Premium Edition are currently on sale. Since its initial launch on PC in 2014, and later on consoles in 2015, this MMO has made a significant mark on the gaming world.
Former ZeniMax Online studio head, Matt Firor, noted earlier this year that the game boasts an impressive 24 million players. It has generated nearly $2 billion in player spending over its lifetime. However, amidst recent layoffs at Microsoft, Firor announced his departure after more than 18 years leading the studio, alongside the cancellation of a new MMORPG project known as Blackbird, which was in development since 2018.
These recent changes mark an interesting chapter in the ongoing saga of The Elder Scrolls Online, with its large player base and substantial revenue showcasing the game’s lasting appeal in the competitive MMO landscape.