The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited

77%
Game Brain Score Based on 112 reviews
  • story
  • graphics
  • gameplay
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The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited is a massively multiplayer Role Playing game that allows you to experience a connected world and engage in social gameplay. Its combat system focuses on action and tactics, giving you the freedom to use any weapon or armor and customize abilities. Explore the vast lands of Tamriel, shape your destiny, and seek heroic quests in this immersive RPG.

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

77%
Audience ScoreBased on 112 reviews
story12 positive mentions
grinding9 negative mentions
  • The game offers a vast and immersive world with a plethora of quests and activities, making it highly engaging for both solo and group play.
  • Character customization is extensive, allowing players to create unique characters with various skills and abilities.
  • The combat system is dynamic and translates well to console controls, providing a satisfying gameplay experience.
  • The game suffers from issues related to player interaction, with many players feeling like unnecessary additions rather than contributors to the experience.
  • Questing can become repetitive and tedious, often involving fetch quests and uninspired objectives that detract from the overall enjoyment.
  • The requirement for a subscription service (PS Plus) and the need for extensive updates can be frustrating for new players.
  • story78 mentions

    The game's story is often described as serviceable but lacking depth, with many quests feeling like repetitive errands rather than engaging narratives. Players appreciate the vast amount of content and the freedom to tackle quests in any order, but some criticize the pacing and the overwhelming presence of other players, which can detract from the immersion. Overall, while the game offers a rich world and numerous side quests, the main storyline is seen as bland and not as compelling as previous Elder Scrolls titles.

    • “I'm level 42 and have yet to start the main quest line - that's how much content there is.”
    • “The main story flows very well and if you decide to buy this game I would recommend playing it as a single player.”
    • “There is always something interesting to do and many quests to undertake.”
    • “As far as story goes, I mostly just feel like I am running around doing errands for the characters of the story; I don't actually feel like I am part of the story like with previous Elder Scrolls titles.”
    • “The story is bland; it's an Elder Scrolls-based story.”
    • “I would take a pass unless you just like to grind out bland missions in a shallow story with watered down lore.”
  • graphics22 mentions

    The graphics of the game receive mixed reviews, with many praising their beauty and character design, particularly on PC, while others criticize the dated visuals on the PS4 and lack of upgrades from the original version. Some players find the graphics stunning and immersive, enhancing the overall experience, while others feel they fall short compared to other titles in the genre. Overall, the graphics are generally regarded as a strong point, but not without notable shortcomings.

    • “Amazing graphics, voiced-over characters, fun soloing and more fun with friends and other players.”
    • “The quality of the game is good, the graphics are beautiful, and the design of the characters is well done.”
    • “The graphics are stunning and it seems this place is just endless to explore.”
    • “Graphically, the game just looks dated on PS4.”
    • “It's just a shame those effects are tied to such mediocre graphics and clumsy gameplay.”
    • “They didn't upgrade the graphics from the PC version (this is a port, not a remaster).”
  • gameplay10 mentions

    The gameplay is a hybrid of Elder Scrolls and action RPGs, featuring a talent system with limited action bar slots, but suffers from mediocre graphics and clumsy mechanics. While some players appreciate the engaging quests and customization options, many report frustrating server issues, repetitive gameplay, and a lack of player engagement in the world. Overall, the experience is mixed, with significant room for improvement.

    • “The gameplay is kind of a hybrid of Elder Scrolls and action RPGs where you can buy lots of different talents as you level up, but can only equip a limited number in your action bar.”
    • “The gameplay is well done and the quests are engaging.”
    • “I like the chat function and the gameplay; it's beautiful and customizable.”
    • “It's just a shame those effects are tied to such mediocre graphics and clumsy gameplay.”
    • “Hours upon hours of frustrating login issues, server downtime, and extreme sluggish gameplay.”
    • “Unfortunately, it's a pretty mediocre game with repetitive gameplay and the game is barren, with not a lot of people playing.”
  • grinding9 mentions

    The reviews highlight that the game suffers from excessive grinding, described as tedious and unrewarding, with repetitive quests that lack excitement. While some players appreciate the expansive open world and potential for personal playstyles, many find the overall experience to be a slog, diminishing enjoyment and engagement.

    • “The biggest shortcoming of all is the fact that the game is a tedious slog.”
    • “Boring, tedious, and unrewarding.”
    • “The quests mostly consist of killing a certain amount of cannon fodder and after a while, it feels like grinding without the excitement of receiving new items and leveling up.”
  • stability5 mentions

    The game's stability has improved since launch, with some glitches and server issues being addressed; however, players still report frequent crashes and freezes, with some experiencing multiple issues within short play sessions. New bugs often emerge with each DLC release, and while developers do provide patches, recurring problems persist, leading to ongoing frustration among users.

    • “I've had 8 game crashes and freezes within 15 minutes here and there, but could be crash-free during other 1-2 hours of gameplay.”
    • “Also, reoccurring and new bugs and glitches with every new DLC release, and it can take the developers 3 weeks or more to update the errors and bugs with a patch.”
    • “At first launch, this game was very buggy and it had a lot of problems.”
  • music3 mentions

    The music in the game is consistently praised for its quality and ability to enhance the overall atmosphere. It is highlighted as one of the standout features alongside graphics and exploration, contributing significantly to the game's immersive experience. However, some users noted that the presence of loud music and microphone static can detract from the enjoyment at times.

    • “Music is, as always, amazing and sets a great tone.”
    • “The positives of the game are the graphics, music, exploration, and character creation.”
    • “Social issues, politics, and religion all seem popular, as does loud music and microphone static, along with the more than occasional domestic argument.”
  • humor3 mentions

    The humor in the game is highlighted by its engaging social interactions, where players can enjoy spontaneous and silly moments with others. Users find the experience amusing, contributing to the overall fun atmosphere of the game.

    • “Pros: great social game that is fun to walk around and talk to random people on mics, and do stupid and funny things with them.”
    • “Funny story, Amazon accidentally sent me the Spanish version, but everything in the game is still in English, so it turned out not to be a problem.”
    • “So, pretty funny story.”
  • replayability2 mentions

    The game's replayability is considered high by some players, while others feel it lacks sufficient value compared to other titles available in the market. Overall, opinions on replayability are mixed, with some finding it worthwhile and others less impressed.

    • “The replay value for this game is very high.”
    • “Doesn't have a lot of replay value though - at least not when compared to playing all the great games in the market that I haven't tried yet.”
  • monetization1 mentions

    The monetization model is praised for its lack of constant microtransactions, allowing players to enjoy the game without feeling pressured to spend money, whether playing solo or with friends.

    • “There's no need to pay for constant microtransactions like in some other games, and you can play it solo or with friends.”
  • character development1 mentions

    The character development in this MMO is praised for being accessible, making it an excellent entry point for console players new to the genre, while its fast-paced combat and engaging progression system are likely to satisfy seasoned RPG fans.

    • “Accessible systems make it a brilliant MMO entry point for console owners who perhaps haven't dabbled in the genre before, while its fast-paced combat and addictive character development should keep most RPG fans happy.”
  • optimization1 mentions

    The game's optimization has received mixed feedback, with some players noting a steep learning curve and challenges in inventory management. Additionally, issues such as stuttering framerates in densely populated areas may detract from the overall experience, potentially alienating long-term players.

    • “The long-term commitment required may alienate some players.”
    • “There's a steep learning curve for the game's nuances, which can be frustrating.”
    • “I experience a stuttering framerate in heavily populated areas, making gameplay difficult.”
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Critic Reviews

78% average critic score

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Play time

12hMedian play time
12hAverage play time
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