The
Bethesda Blog announces a March 17th launch date for
ESO: Tamriel
Unlimited, confirming
suspicions
that a subscription-free model was in the works for
The Elder Scrolls Online,
which was launched as a subscription-only MMORPG. This relaunch for Windows will
be followed by the game's release on Xbox One and PlayStation 4 on June 9th.
Existing subscribers and new players can also choose whether or not to subscribe
to
ESO Plus, a monthly microtransaction commitment. Here's a
new cinematic trailer
kicking off a four-part series, and here's word:
In Tamriel Unlimited,
you’ll be able to purchase optional downloadable content, and the in-game Crown
Store will offer convenience and customization items. Already a subscriber?
You’ll become a member of
ESO Plus to receive monthly in-game benefits and a monthly allotment of
Crowns to spend in the store. Our team remains committed to providing a great
experience to all players, and you can expect continued, regular updates free of
charge in addition to our new store offerings.
Update: Removed the
term "free-to-play" from the story, since it is not an accurate description of a
game you still have to purchase.