PC, Xbox, and PlayStation users have until August 12 to play Bethesda’s MMORPG, The Elder Scrolls Online, and access one of its premium features for free. For those unfamiliar, The Elder Scrolls Online was launched in 2014 and has since remained one of the most popular role-playing games in the industry.
Even after 11 years, The Elder Scrolls Online still draws over 14,000 daily players on Steam alone and is considered one of the best live-service fantasy titles. The game normally retails for $20 USD, with a Premium Edition priced at $80 USD. However, fans are currently being treated to an incredible offer that lets them experience most of The Elder Scrolls Online’s standard and premium content at no cost.
Now is the perfect time to check out The Elder Scrolls Online, as the ongoing QuakeCon 2025 Free Play Event gives all players access until August 12. The event includes free access to the ESO Plus membership, which unlocks 30 DLCs and Dungeons, along with a variety of boosters and bonuses to speed up progression. One of the best aspects of the event is that progress made during the free period is saved, allowing players to pick up right where they left off if they decide to purchase the game. This also applies to those who’ve taken part in other free-play events, meaning they can continue from their previous save files.
Players looking to take advantage of Bethesda’s offer should head to the company’s QuakeCon 2025 Event page. From there, they can choose their platform and download the popular MMORPG for free. After signing up, they can visit the in-game Crown Store and select the Free Trial option under the ESO Plus tab to unlock the premium membership at no cost. The base game is also 75% off on all platforms until August 13, so anyone looking to keep it after the trial can get it for around $5 USD.
The Elder Scrolls Online recently received a major update, bringing a wealth of new content, including two dungeons, mount swimming, and stackable survey reports. Even better, the game’s performance seems to be at its best, and the developer has plans to continue supporting it moving forward. Looking ahead, future patches for The Elder Scrolls Online will introduce crossplay, which should help keep the servers active and further enhance the gameplay experience for fans. With new content, upcoming crossplay support, and a generous free trial, now seems like the ideal time for MMORPG fans who’ve been curious about Bethesda’s live-service fantasy game to check it out.
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April 4, 2014
M for Mature: Blood and Gore, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol, Violence
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