The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood

70%
Game Brain Score Based on 12 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • stability
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The Elder Scrolls Online Blackwood translates well to the PS5 and successfully uses the architecture of this console to delivery a thoroughly engaging and entertaining MMORPG
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The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Blackwood is the ultimate Elder Scrolls experience and includes the Base Game and all Chapters: • Blackwood (New for 2021) • Greymoor • Elsweyr • Summerset • Morrowind ULTIMATE FREEDOM—Create your ultimate RPG character, play solo or adventure with friends, and determine your fate in an ever-expanding world. With no level restrictions, go anywhere, at any tim…

  • PC
  • Play​station 4
  • Play​station 5
  • Xbox One
  • Xbox Series X|S
  • Play​Station
  • Xbox
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Reviews

70%
Audience ScoreBased on 12 reviews
story6 positive mentions
graphics3 negative mentions
  • The addition of Companions enhances gameplay, providing fun for both new and veteran players.
  • The main story is engaging and features nostalgic elements from Oblivion, making it enjoyable for fans of the franchise.
  • Fast loading times on PS5 and a well-optimized experience contribute to a smooth gameplay experience.
  • The main story feels predictable and ends abruptly, lacking a satisfying conclusion.
  • The expansion relies heavily on nostalgia and does not introduce enough new content compared to previous chapters.
  • Graphics are showing their age, and the game can be buggy at times.
  • story10 mentions

    The story in "The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood" is generally well-received, featuring intriguing elements like conspiracy and demonic threats, along with nostalgic references to "Oblivion." However, some players feel the main storyline is predictable and ends abruptly, lacking the depth and content found in other chapters. Overall, while the narrative offers enjoyable quests and familiar characters, it leaves room for improvement in terms of engagement and conclusion.

    • “I had a good time questing through the area and completing the main story, and the throwbacks to Oblivion with the story and portals were very cool.”
    • “Blackwood brings an intriguing new story full of conspiracy and demonic dangers to The Elder Scrolls Online, and while that’s good, it’s the addition of Oblivion portals and A.I.”
    • “The chapter has a great story to experience with some returning characters that players will be happy to see.”
    • “[Story ends rather abruptly with no conclusion; not as much content as some other chapters]”
    • “[Setting is too familiar for the series; main story is predictable and uninspired, no new PvP content]”
  • graphics1 mentions

    The graphics are considered outdated and lack innovation, with users noting that they feel repetitive and are plagued by bugs.

    • “The graphics are showing their age and feel quite rote.”
    • “The visuals are buggy and detract from the overall experience.”
    • “The graphics lack polish and fail to impress.”
  • stability1 mentions

    The game's stability has been criticized for being buggy, which detracts from the overall experience, while the graphics are considered outdated and contribute to a sense of monotony.

    • “The graphics are showing their age, and the game feels rote and buggy.”
    • “I encountered numerous bugs that severely impacted my gameplay experience.”
    • “The game crashes frequently, making it nearly unplayable at times.”
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80% average critic score

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