What changed in The Elder Scrolls® Online in 2026
318 updates · 98 main milestones · Jan 7, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026
- 1 eventHigh Seas of Tamriel Eventseasonal event
In-game event featuring pirate battles and treasure hunting, running from September 30 to October 14.
Steam - 4 eventsPlayer Experience Improvementsgameplay
Improvements including HUD customization tool and achievement pinning, arriving on September 21.
SteamCrimson Veldt 12-Player Trialnew contentMilestoneNew PvE trial featuring mounted combat, launching on September 21.
SteamNowhere Vault Launchnew contentNew solo experience with puzzles and challenges, arriving on September 21.
SteamRumors System Introductionnew contentNew system for exploring and discovering stories through non-linear hints, arriving on September 21.
Steam - 8 eventsPotion Naming and Visual Representation Improvementsquality of life
Upgrades to potion naming and visuals for easier identification of effects.
SteamNew Unique Buffs for Original Classesbalance changeMilestoneNew unique buffs introduced for Dragonknights, Nightblades, Sorcerers, and Templars to replace removed effects.
SteamHybridization Initiative for Alchemy and Mundus StonesgameplayMilestoneUpdate 51 introduces hybridization for character resources, allowing abilities to scale based on highest offensive stats.
SteamIntroduction of Vexation DebuffgameplayNew debuff from Alchemy reduces target's healing done, countering the Mending buff.
SteamAlchemy Trait ConsolidationgameplayMilestoneConsolidation of traits for potions to match changes in the Major/Minor system.
SteamFour New Alchemy Reagentsnew contentFour new ingredients added to support the changes in Alchemy.
SteamConsolidation of Buff Effectsbalance changeMajor and Minor Sorcery effects removed; Brutality now provides both Weapon and Spell Damage.
SteamWarrior Mundus Stone Buffbalance changeThe Warrior Mundus Stone now increases both Weapon and Spell Damage.
Steam - 2 eventsGolden Pursuits Campaign: Straight to the Crateseasonal event
Earn up to 20 free Crown Crates by completing activities during the Golden Pursuits campaign.
SteamCrown Store Update for Crown CratesshopFour variations of Crown Crates will be available for purchase at different times during the campaign.
Steam - 9 eventsIncreased Resource Acquisition Ratesbalance change
10% increase to experience, gold, and other resource acquisition rates during the trial.
SteamAntiquity System Lead Time Increasequality of lifeIncreased lead times for the Antiquity system during the trial.
SteamFree Pyrodraconic Camel-Lizard Mountdlc releaseESO Plus members can claim the Pyrodraconic Camel-Lizard mount for free until September 3.
SteamIncreased Tome Points from Challengesquality of life10% increase to Tome Points earned from challenges during the trial.
SteamExclusive Costume Dyeing Abilityquality of lifeTrial players gain the exclusive ability to dye costumes.
SteamDouble Transmute Crystal Storagequality of lifePlayers can store double the amount of Transmute Crystals during the trial.
SteamCraft Bag and Double Bank Spacequality of lifeAccess to a Craft Bag for unlimited crafting material storage and double bank space for all characters.
SteamESO Plus Free Trial Livedlc releaseEnjoy access to over 30 DLC game packs, including new zones, quests, and dungeons for free until August 27.
SteamDouble Furnishings and Collectibles Spacequality of lifePlayers can enjoy double the space for furnishings and collectibles in player housing.
Steam - 18 eventsMiscellaneous Draugrkin’s Healing Reduction Halved in PvPbalance change
Draugrkin’s Healing reduction now is halved in PvP.
SteamNecromancer Pummeling Goliath Bash Attack Cooldown Introducedbalance changePummeling Goliath’s bash attack will now have a 1-second cooldown but deals ~73% more damage on hit.
SteamTemplar Judgment’s Brand Damage Bonus Increasedbalance changeJudgment’s Brand’s damage bonus has been increased slightly (1600 bonus damage, up from 1400).
SteamTemplar Balanced Warrior Formula Adjustedbalance changeBalanced Warrior’s math formula is now more complicated but more rewarding.
SteamDragonknight Seething Fury PvP Damage Halvedbalance changeSeething Fury (Molten Whip’s buff) is now halved in PvP.
SteamDragonknight Power Lash Damage Reductionbalance changePower Lash deals less outright damage but offers a minor bonus to damage done to monsters.
SteamDragonknight Landslide Stacking and Decay Adjustmentsbalance changeLandslide now generates slightly quicker, stacks slightly higher (12 stacks), and decays slower.
SteamWarden Arctic Blast Damage Increasebalance changeArctic Blast will deal more damage over time (~20% per tick).
SteamNecromancer Nothing Wasted Decay Adjustmentbalance changeNothing Wasted now decays less aggressively (loses 2 stacks instead of 3).
SteamTemplar Aetheric Lancer Area Effect Adjustmentbalance changeAetheric Lancer’s area effect now generates on you when it activates if you are not moving.
SteamNecromancer Frozen Colossus Damage and Cost Adjustedbalance changeFrozen Colossus will deal more damage (12.5% more) and cost less (150 Ultimate).
SteamDragonknight Heart of Flame Healing Reducedbalance changeHeart of Flame’s healing has been reduced by 20%.
SteamMiscellaneous Ice Comet Damage and Snare Adjustmentbalance changeIce Comet does more damage over time (~21%) and snares enemies whenever it deals any damage.
SteamDragonknight Core of Flame Resource Restoration Reducedbalance changeCore of Flame will restore 12% missing resources, down from 15%.
SteamNightblade Strife Damage Bonus Introducedbalance changeStrife now grants a unique damage bonus that increases your damage done by 1% for every 10% Health you have.
SteamWarden Fetcher Infection Damage Increasebalance changeFetcher Infection will deal slightly more damage (75%, up from 60%) every other cast.
SteamDragonknight Earthspike Mantle Damage Bonus Adjustedbalance changeEarthspike Mantle’s flat damage done bonus is now damage done to monsters.
Steam - 9 eventsNo Trade Bars Rewardedchanges
The event no longer rewards Trade Bars, previously known as Event Tickets.
Steam100% Boost to Alliance PointsgameplayPlayers earn a 100% boost to Alliance Point gains in Battlegrounds, Imperial City, and Alliance War.
SteamPelinal’s Boon Boxes Introducednew contentPlayers can earn Pelinal’s Boon Boxes during the event, containing various rewards.
Steam100% Boost to Experience PointsgameplayPlayers earn a 100% boost to Experience Point gains in Battlegrounds, Imperial City, and Alliance War.
SteamColovian War Torte Recipe Rewardsnew contentPelinal's Boon Boxes have a chance to contain items related to the Colovian War Torte recipe.
SteamEvent Merchants Availablenew contentVarious merchants return during the event, offering exclusive items for Alliance Points.
SteamShortened Duration for Whitestrake’s Mayhemquality of lifeThe event is now a one-week format, intended to occur more frequently throughout the year.
SteamWhitestrake’s Mayhem Event Returnsseasonal eventThe Whitestrake’s Mayhem in-game event has returned and is live from August 5 until August 12.
Steam100% Boost to Tel Var StonesgameplayPlayers earn a 100% boost to Tel Var Stone gains in the Imperial City.
Steam - 7 eventsBethesda’s 40th Anniversary Saleshop
Game on sale as part of Bethesda’s birthday celebrations, with details varying by platform and product.
SteamDeathmatch Battleground Spotlightseasonal eventEarn bonus XP and AP in the Deathmatch game mode during this Battlegrounds Spotlight mini event.
SteamWhitestrake’s Mayhem Eventseasonal eventClash with players in Cyrodiil, the Imperial City, and Battlegrounds to earn bonus Alliance Points, Experience Points, and Tel Var Stones.
SteamGolden Pursuits—Straight to the Crateseasonal eventComplete a variety of activities to earn up to 20 free Crown Crates by the campaign’s end.
SteamBethesda’s 40th Anniversary Rewardseasonal eventEnter the code Bethesda40 to unlock 2,000 Trade Bars (sent directly to your in-game mail) during the promotion window.
SteamUpdate 51 on PTS1new contentHelp test future Season One and Season Two content on the PC/Mac Public Test Server.
SteamGolden Pursuits—Sheogorath Takes a Holidayseasonal eventComplete Golden Pursuits activities primarily by playing the new Sheogorath questline to earn gold, armor, and a unique customized action.
Steam - 13 eventsUpdate 52 Delayed to January 2027gameplay
Update 52, expected to include the Jerall Pass PvP zone and Skyrim’s Dynamic Encounters: Rimegales, is postponed to January 2027.
SteamGreymoor Chapter and Markarth DLC Free for All Playersnew contentThe Greymoor Chapter and Markarth DLC will become free for all players on November 9, 2026.
SteamWhitestrake’s Mayhem Event Scheduledseasonal eventThe Whitestrake’s Mayhem event will take place from August 5-12, 2026.
SteamHigh Seas of Tamriel Event Scheduledseasonal eventThe new High Seas of Tamriel event will take place from September 30 to October 14, 2026.
SteamPlayer Experience Improvements in Update 51quality of lifeImprovements include Achievement pinning, Customizable HUD, Hybridization, Antiquities improvements, and Transmute Stations in Cyrodiil.
SteamNew Trial: Crimson Veldt Delayed to 2027gameplayThe new trial, Crimson Veldt, which includes mounted combat, is pushed to 2027 for quality assurance.
SteamUpdate 51 Launch Date Moved to September 28, 2026new contentUpdate 51 will now launch one week later, including a new challenge: The Nowhere Vault.
SteamNew Game System: Rumors Introducednew contentA new game system called Rumors will be introduced in Update 51.
SteamGroup Versions of Solo Dungeons Free for All Playersnew contentThe group versions of Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrifices will be free for all players on October 12, 2026.
SteamNew Golden Pursuit Campaign: Straight to the Crateseasonal eventA new Golden Pursuit campaign will run from August 20 to September 17, allowing players to earn up to 20 free Crown Crates.
SteamWitches Festival and New Life Festival Events Returnseasonal eventThe Witches Festival and New Life Festival events will return as usual.
SteamClass and Combat Refresh Targeted for 2027gameplayThe Class and Combat refresh is now targeted for 2027, with interim options being discussed for classes awaiting full refresh.
SteamSolo Dungeons: Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrificesnew contentLaunching October 21, 2026, featuring new solo dungeons.
Steam - 6 eventsGolden Pursuits—Sheogorath Takes a Holidayseasonal event
Participate in Sheogorath's holiday activities from July 29 to August 12 to earn gold and unique rewards.
SteamNew Emote and Pet Rewardsnew contentRewards for completing the Sheogorath Takes a Holiday questline include the Sheogorath’s Blessed Cheese emote and the Mad God’s Tomeshell pet.
SteamNew Storyline—Sheogorath Tours Tamrielnew contentMilestoneJoin Sheogorath on a six-part storyline starting July 29, featuring a visit to the Annual Artisan Cheese Festival.
SteamSheogorath Takes a Holiday Questline Launchnew contentMilestoneA new series of six story quests featuring Sheogorath and Noth the Unhinged is now available for all players.
SteamGolden Pursuits Campaignseasonal eventA special campaign running from July 29 to August 12, offering new rewards for completing activities related to the new questline.
SteamSheogorath Storyline Comingnew contentNew questline featuring Sheogorath, launching on July 29.
Steam - 1 eventElder Scrolls at Gaming Community Expo (GCX) 2026seasonal event
GCX returns from July 24 to July 25 at Universal Orlando Resort with fan-run experiences and a dev panel.
Steam - 1 eventCrazy King Battleground Weekendseasonal event
Compete in Crazy King matches for increased Alliance Point rewards from July 22 to July 29.
Steam - 1 eventESO Tavern 2026seasonal event
Join the ESO Tavern event from July 10 to July 12 at Castle Ludwigstein in Hesse, Germany.
Steam - 22 eventsIntroduction of the Koldane Cartelnew contentMilestone
A new dangerous organization threatens local gangs in Daggerfall, prompting the Thieves Guild to assist.
SteamNew Mythic Item Fragments and Costumenew contentMilestoneComplete Thieves Guild content to earn fragments for a new mythic item and Quen’s Heist Attire costume.
SteamSeason One Launchnew contentMilestoneLaunch of Season One on July 8, featuring new content, challenging trials, and daily story quests.
SteamSeason One Premium + Bonuses Rewardsnew contentThis option includes additional Tome Points Caches and the Dawngold Corgi pet.
SteamHigh Seas In-Game Eventseasonal eventPlayers will participate in a new in-game event set on the high seas.
SteamNew Thieves Guild Questline in Season Onenew contentMilestoneDiscover a new story and questline featuring the return of the Thieves Guild in Glenumbra.
SteamNew Daily Quests and Activitiesnew contentMilestonePlayers can access Thieves Guild Dailies, Heists, and other related activities from the Daggerfall Outlaws Refuge.
SteamDaggerfall Bank Updatequality of lifeThe Daggerfall bank now has two bankers to improve player experience.
SteamThieves Guild Storyline Launchnew contentMilestoneNew questline where players assist the Thieves Guild in establishing a foothold in Glenumbra.
SteamSeason One Free Rewardsnew contentFree rewards include currencies, consumables, and collectibles like the Golden Dwarven Spider pet and the Blade Cloak, Gold Arrow skill style.
SteamNew Thieves Guild Storyline in Season Onenew contentMilestoneSeason One introduces an all-new Thieves Guild storyline.
SteamFavors System Introducednew contentNew daily quest system with posting boards set up by the Freerunners in each Alliance.
SteamReturn of the Thieves Guildseasonal eventMilestoneThe Thieves Guild event will run from July 8 to October 21, 2026.
SteamNew Home for Thievesnew contentEarn fragments needed for the Rogue’s Refuge house to store your ill-gotten gains.
SteamDynamic Encounters Systemnew contentNew multi-stage world events for overland zones, launching with three unique encounters.
SteamNew Challenges and Rewards in Season OnegameplaySeason One will feature a host of new challenges and rewards.
SteamSeason One Premium Rewardsnew contentPremium rewards include additional Trade Bars, the Hew’s Bane Hyena mount, and the Charming Rogue armor style set.
SteamLaunch of Season One Tamriel Tomeseasonal eventMilestoneSeason One of the Tamriel Tome will launch on July 8, 2026, featuring new and returning rewards.
SteamEncounter the Prince of Madnessnew contentPlayers will encounter the Prince of Madness during Season One.
SteamCosmetic Improvements in GlenumbraworldGlenumbra zone features new landscaping, parks, and streets as part of the update.
Steam - 2 eventsThieves Guild Quest and Storyline Launchnew contentMilestone
The Thieves Guild quest and storyline will be part of Season One, launching on July 8.
SteamIntroduction of Daggerfall Thieves Guild Charactersnew contentMeet Edwane the Hawk, Seline Menant, and Abrasia, potential founding members of the Daggerfall Thieves Guild chapter.
Steam - 3 eventsGolden Pursuits—A New Challenge Arisesseasonal event
Celebrate the new Challenge Difficulty system with the Golden Pursuits campaign from June 18 to July 7.
SteamDev Updates LivestreamotherLook out for the next Dev Updates livestream tentatively planned for the second half of July.
SteamZeal of Zenithar Eventseasonal eventParticipate in the Zeal of Zenithar in-game event from June 24 to July 8 to earn pages for the Battlefield Provisioner outfit style.
Steam - 11 eventsIncreased Crafting Inspiration Gainbalance change
Crafting inspiration gain from all sources is increased by 100% during the event.
SteamReduced Vendor Pricesbalance changeVendor prices across Tamriel are reduced by 10% during the event.
SteamImpresario Event Stocknew contentThe Impresario stocks new items including Roseblood Bat pet fragments and Battlefield Provisioner outfit style pages.
SteamNew Quest: The Unrefusable Offernew contentPlayers can pick up the introductory quest 'The Unrefusable Offer' from Amminus Varo at the Belkarth festival grounds.
SteamNew Rewards: Battlefield Provisioner Outfit Stylenew contentPlayers can earn the new Battlefield Provisioner outfit style during the event.
SteamDaily Quest: Honest Toilnew contentCompleting the daily quest 'Honest Toil' rewards players with Zenithar’s Parcel boxes.
SteamReduced Wayshrine Travel Costsbalance changeWayshrine travel costs are reduced by 75% during the event.
SteamZeal of Zenithar Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Zeal of Zenithar in-game event runs from June 24 to July 8, 2026, featuring various rewards and activities.
SteamThorn’s Bite Withersteed Mount Fragmentnew contentPlayers can complete the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount with its final fragment during the event.
SteamTrade Bars Rewardnew contentPlayers receive 300 Trade Bars the first time they complete the 'Honest Toil' quest each day.
Steam - 4 eventsIntroduction of Challenge Difficulty SystemgameplayMilestone
A new Challenge Difficulty system has been introduced, allowing players to take on tougher challenges in Tamriel.
Steam20 Activities Available in Golden PursuitsgameplayThere are 20 activities available during the Golden Pursuits campaign, including defeating enemies and overcoming dungeons.
SteamGolden Pursuits Campaign: A New Challenge Arisesseasonal eventMilestoneParticipate in the Golden Pursuits campaign from now until July 7, 2026, featuring a new Challenge Difficulty system.
SteamRewards for Completing ActivitiesgameplayComplete various activities to unlock rewards including Gold, Transmute Geodes, Iron Atronach Crown Crates, and Tel Var Stones.
Steam - 20 eventsWarden Class Mastery Passivesbalance change
Generic passives introduced for Warden class, with future updates expected.
SteamWerewolf Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestoneMajor redesign of the Werewolf skill line, including transformations and core abilities.
SteamPlayer Experience Improvementsquality of lifeIncludes Guild Mail tool and Transmute Stations in crafting hubs.
SteamNightblade Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Nightblade class, focusing on critical damage and dodging mechanics.
SteamIntroduction of Class Mastery Systemnew contentMilestoneA new passive skill line for each of the game’s seven classes, allowing players to enhance their builds.
SteamFavors Quest Systemnew contentMilestoneNew daily quest system arriving July 8, with unique dailies for each Alliance.
SteamDynamic Encounters Systemnew contentMilestoneNew multi-stage world events for overland zones, arriving July 8.
SteamIntroduction of Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestoneA new system allowing players to customize their combat experience with four difficulty options.
SteamThieves Guild Story Questlinenew contentMilestoneNew questline arriving July 8 as part of Season One.
SteamSheogorath Story Questlinenew contentMilestoneNew questline arriving July 29 as part of Season One.
SteamDragonknight Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Dragonknight class, enhancing damage and defense.
SteamClass Mastery Systemnew contentMilestoneIntroduces new passive skills for players who want to focus on their class.
SteamPermanent Alliance War Vengeance Campaignnew contentVengeance campaign returns as a permanent option in the Alliance War.
SteamRebalancing of Seasoned and Master Difficulty Optionsbalance changeAdjustments made to the damage players do in Seasoned and Master modes based on community feedback.
SteamNecromancer Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Necromancer class, focusing on health restoration and damage.
SteamSorcerer Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Sorcerer class, improving damage and shield mechanics.
SteamChallenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestoneChoose from four difficulty levels for greater challenges in overland zones.
SteamPvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestoneEarn ranks and unlock rewards in PvP each season, up to rank 100.
SteamTemplar Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Templar class, enhancing healing and damage capabilities.
SteamArcanist Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestoneNew passives introduced for Arcanist class, enhancing damage and utility.
Steam - 1 eventESO Now Available on PC Game PasssystemMilestone
The game is now part of the PC Game Pass library, allowing for cross-play.
Steam - 1 eventMinor Fixes to Ability Descriptionsbug fix
Minor fixes and tweaks to ability descriptions based on recent changes.
Steam - 7 eventsNew Collectibles and Rewards in the Night Marketnew content
Players can earn new skill styles, item sets, titles, mementos, and furnishings while participating in the Night Market.
SteamIntroduction of Faction Mechanics in Night Marketnew contentMilestonePlayers can choose to support one of three factions: the Glittering Goad, the Thousand Eyes, and the Ruckus, affecting their experience and rewards.
SteamThe Night Market Global Launchnew contentMilestoneExperience ESO’s first event zone with the Night Market, compete in PvE challenges to earn various rewards.
SteamNew PvE Activities in the Night MarketgameplayMilestoneThe Night Market features unique quests, challenging bosses, daring races, puzzles, and a new public event type called Skirmishes.
SteamIntroduction of the Night's Den Player Homenew contentMilestonePlayers can unlock the Night's Den home by completing the zone's introductory quest and collect Relic Splinters to enhance it.
SteamGolden Pursuits—Welcome to the Night Marketnew contentMilestoneTackle various Night Market-related activities to unlock bonus rewards, including a shiny new skin and various outfit styles.
SteamLaunch of the Night Market Event Zoneseasonal eventMilestoneThe Night Market event zone is now live and free for all ESO players from April 29 until June 17, 2026.
Steam - 4 eventsNew Rewards for Golden Pursuits Activitiesnew content
Complete activities to unlock various rewards including face markings, body markings, Seals, an emote, and a pet.
SteamGolden Pursuits Campaign: Prepare for the Night Marketseasonal eventUnlock a collection of new rewards during April’s first Golden Pursuits campaign running until April 29, 2026.
Steam20 Activities Available in Golden Pursuits CampaigngameplayPlayers can complete a total of 20 activities to earn rewards during the campaign.
SteamUpcoming Night Market Openingseasonal eventThe Night Market will open on April 29, 2026, alongside a second Golden Pursuits campaign and a new Event Zone.
Steam - 2 eventsDomination Weekend Mini Eventseasonal event
Enjoy a 25% bonus to Alliance Points gained during the Domination Battlegrounds weekend mini event.
SteamGolden Pursuits—Prepare for the Night Marketnew contentComplete a wide range of activities throughout Tamriel to earn a new pet and various other goodies during the first of two Golden Pursuits campaigns.
Steam - 2 eventsIntroduction of Night Market Faction Leadersnew content
Meet the leaders of the three factions vying for control over the Night Market: Glittering Goad, The Thousand Eyes, and The Ruckus.
SteamNight Market Event Zone Openingseasonal eventMilestoneThe Night Market has reopened, allowing players to engage with various factions until June 17.
Steam - 1 eventVengeance Campaigngameplay
Clash on the battlefields of Cyrodiil to help test new changes and rulesets during the latest Vengeance Alliance War Campaign.
Steam - 4 eventsDiscounts on Crown Packsshop
Discounts include 21,000 Crown Pack—40% off, 14,000 Crown Pack—35% off, and more.
SteamWildburn Tharriker and Boar Bundle Availablenew contentCollectible bundle available from April 15 until April 23.
SteamApril 2026 Crown Pack SaleshopSave up to 40% on select Crown Packs during the April 2026 sale, available until April 21.
SteamBuccaneer Bay Home Availablenew contentNew home collectible available from April 15 until April 23.
Steam - 8 eventsIntroduction of Class Mastery Skill Linesnew content
New skill lines for class mastery have been introduced.
SteamNew Story Contentnew contentMilestoneNew narrative content has been added for players to explore.
SteamFirst Dynamic World Eventsnew contentMilestoneThe first set of dynamic world events has been implemented.
SteamUpdated Werewolf Character Models and Skill Linenew contentWerewolf characters have received visual updates and skill line enhancements.
SteamIntroduction of PvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestoneA new system for player versus player progression has been introduced.
SteamThieves Guild Story Content Activationnew contentStory content related to the Thieves Guild will be activated shortly after PTS opens.
SteamNew Challenge Difficulty Settingsnew contentPlayers can now experience new difficulty settings for challenges.
SteamFuture Activation of Daedric Prince Sheogorath Story Contentnew contentFurther story content focused on Sheogorath will be activated in a future update.
Steam - 1 eventUpdate 50 Public Test Server Updatenew content
Get your first look at the upcoming changes and additions coming to ESO during the Update 50 PTS window.
Steam - 9 eventsImproved Fur Coverage on Werewolf Modelvisuals
Adjusted and added more fur to the model, enhancing its appearance based on player feedback.
SteamProwl Mechanic for Enhanced StealthgameplayProwl allows Werewolves to utilize stealth-like benefits, making them harder to detect by monsters.
SteamNew Ultimate Ability for Werewolf FormgameplayMilestoneA new ability that allows players to unleash the beast for a duration, granting power bonuses.
SteamCost of Sustaining Werewolf Form Reduced to Zerobalance changeMilestoneThe cost of sustaining Werewolf form out of combat is now completely free.
SteamNew Animations and Visual Effects for WerewolvesvisualsUpdated animations, visual effects, and sound effects for various Werewolf actions including locomotion and core combat mechanics.
SteamTwo New Werewolf Modelsnew contentMilestoneIntroduction of one male and one female Werewolf model, with female characters automatically using the new female model.
SteamIncreased Size of Werewolf ModelvisualsThe size of the Werewolf model has been increased by approximately 20%.
SteamIntroduction of 'Prowl' and 'Slaughter' MechanicsgameplayMilestoneNew mechanics to enhance gameplay, with 'Slaughter' as a synergy-based ability and 'Prowl' as a stealth-like tool.
SteamOverhauled Werewolf Form ManagementgameplayMilestoneNew method to activate and sustain Werewolf form using Ultimate, making it easier to maintain.
Steam - 11 eventsFix for Weekly Challenges Not Behaving Properlybug fix
Certain Weekly Challenges will be fixed to appear correctly in the pool starting April 20.
SteamUI Improvements for Tamriel Tomeui uxIntroduction of UI improvements including the ability to claim all completed challenges at once.
SteamInconsistent Challenge Progress Countingbug fixFixes planned for challenges that have been counting inconsistently, including foe counts in specific zones.
SteamLaunch of Tamriel Tomes Season Zeronew contentMilestoneThe first page on the Tome of Dawn and Dusk has been opened with the launch of Season Zero.
SteamConversion of Excess Tome Points to Goldbalance changeExcess Tome Points above the roll-over cap will be converted to gold after rewards are auto-claimed.
SteamRefunding Tome Point Cachesquality of lifePlayers can request a one-time exchange of unspent Tome Points back into Caches of Tome Points from April 2 to April 30.
SteamAdditional Rerolls for Goldnew contentPlayers can obtain additional Weekly Challenge rerolls for gold starting with Update 50.
SteamDaily Login Seasonal Challenge Issuebug fixInvestigating and aiming to fix issues with the Daily Login Seasonal Challenge in Update 50.
SteamEnd of Season Reward Auto-ClaimergameplayExcess Tome Points above the roll-over cap will be used to automatically claim rewards at the end of the Season.
SteamTome Points Roll-Over CapgameplayA maximum of 2,000 Tome Points can roll over to the next Tamriel Tome at the end of a Season.
SteamNew Repeat Functionality for Weekly ChallengesgameplayPlayers can complete Weekly Challenges twice as many times after unlocking bonus pages in the current Season's Tamriel Tome.
Steam - 1 eventApril 2026 Dev Updates Livestreamother
Tune in to Twitch.tv/Bethesda as members of the ESO Dev team discuss new changes arriving with Update 50.
Steam - 37 eventsNew Dapper Daredevil Outfit Stylenew content
Players can earn a new outfit style, the Dapper Daredevil, during the Anniversary Jubilee.
SteamUpdate 49 Player Experience Improvementsquality of lifeIncludes free in-UI respecs and a new selection of gold-purchasable mounts.
SteamUpdate 50 Player Experience Improvementsquality of lifeIncludes a guild mail system and transmute stations in major crafting hubs, arriving June 8.
SteamLaunch of Season Zero and Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestoneThe first Tamriel Tome, called the Tome of Dawn and Dusk, will be available for all platforms.
SteamChallenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestoneAllows players to tailor the difficulty of overland and quest content, arriving with Update 50 on June 8.
SteamPremium Rewards in Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestonePremium rewards include mounts and additional Trade Bars.
SteamWerewolf Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestoneImprovements to the Werewolf skill line, including a unique female model, arriving June 8.
SteamFree Rewards in Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestoneFree collectibles include Kireth’s Dungeon Delve armor set and various in-game currencies.
SteamPvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestoneNew progression system for PvP modes, allowing players to earn levels and rewards, arriving June 8.
SteamNokvroz’s Greatsword Replica Stylenew contentA new style for Nokvroz’s Greatsword Replica is available during the event.
SteamSeason Zero: Dawn and Dusk Launchseasonal eventMilestoneThe inaugural Season Zero is live from April 2 until July 8, introducing new reward systems and player-focused improvements.
SteamSeason Zero Launchnew contentMilestoneExciting adventures and all-new content, free for all ESO players, await with the debut of Season Zero including the Night Market event zone.
Steam2026 Anniversary Jubilee Eventseasonal eventMilestoneThe event runs from April 2 to April 15, featuring various rewards and a 100% XP buff.
SteamCosmetic Rewards from Fishing and Bossesnew contentNew cosmetic rewards themed around ESO lore can be obtained from fishing nodes and world bosses.
SteamNew Currency: Tome Pointsnew contentMilestoneTome Points are earned through challenges and can be spent on unlocking rewards.
SteamESO Plus Membership Benefitsnew contentESO Plus members receive bonuses including increased Tome Points and free Premium Tome Tokens.
SteamPremium + Bonuses Rewardsnew contentMilestoneIncludes additional rewards and caches of Tome Points for Premium + Bonuses purchasers.
SteamPassive 100% XP BuffgameplayPlayers now receive a passive 100% XP buff just by logging in and playing, instead of needing to eat anniversary cake.
SteamPremium + Bonus Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentThe Premium + Bonuses Tome includes extra rewards and caches of Tome Points.
Steam2026 Anniversary Jubilee In-Game Eventseasonal eventMilestoneCelebrate ESO’s birthday while enjoying a 100% XP buff and earning various new and returning rewards, including the Dapper Daredevil outfit style.
SteamThorn’s Bite Withersteed Mount Fragmentnew contentPlayers can earn fragments for the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount during the event.
SteamTrade Bars from Cake InteractiongameplayPlayers can earn 300 Trade Bars daily by interacting with the cake during the event.
SteamTamriel Tomes - Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestoneESO's first Tamriel Tome available from April 2 until July 8, featuring various rewards.
SteamLaunch of Season Zero's Tome of Dawn and Duskseasonal eventMilestoneThe Tome of Dawn and Dusk arrives with Season Zero, introducing a new rewards system.
SteamNew Way to Earn Rewardsquality of lifePlayers can earn in-game currencies, items, and collectibles through the Tome system.
SteamGold Coast Bazaar In-Game Reward StoreshopNew in-game store for unlocking rewards using Trade Bars.
SteamImpresario's Trade Bar Merchandisenew contentThe Impresario offers new items for Trade Bars during the Jubilee event, including past armor styles and new items.
SteamFree and Premium Tamriel Tome Optionsnew contentMilestonePlayers can choose between a free version and two paid versions of the Tamriel Tome.
SteamIntroduction of Tamriel Tomes Systemnew contentMilestoneA new battlepass-like system allowing players to unlock in-game rewards as they play.
SteamNight Market Event Zonenew contentMilestoneA new PvE zone available from April 29 to June 17, featuring unique challenges and rewards.
SteamClass Mastery Abilitiesnew contentMilestoneNew passive abilities for pure characters, arriving June 8 with Update 50.
SteamAnniversary Jubilee Gift Boxesnew contentPlayers can earn exclusive Gift Boxes containing various rewards, including new outfit styles and collectibles.
SteamRemoval of Endeavors and Daily Login Rewardsnew contentMilestoneThe Endeavors and Daily Login Rewards systems will be removed and their rewards integrated into Tamriel Tomes.
SteamFree Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentPlayers can unlock up to 8,000 Seals, 9,000 Trade Bars, six crown crates, and various collectibles.
SteamTrade Bars Currency Launchnew contentTrade Bars, a unique new currency, will be available to redeem as Twitch Drops starting April 2, 2026.
SteamPremium Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentPurchasing the Premium Tome grants additional rewards including the Winterhold Empyrean Wolf mount and more.
SteamDragonknight Class and Two Handed Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestoneMajor reworks to abilities, animations, VFX, and audio for the Dragonknight class and Two Handed skill line.
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- 1 eventPlayer Experience Improvements Livestreamother
Tune in on March 26 for a breakdown of big improvements arriving in-game.
Steam - 6 eventsGold Coast Bazaar Launchnew content
The Gold Coast Bazaar, a new storefront for classic collectibles using Trade Bars, opens on March 25.
SteamTrade Bars Introduced for Event Rewardsbalance changeTrade Bars replace Event Tickets for acquiring Jester's Festival event rewards from the Impresario merchant.
SteamJester's Festival 2026 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestoneThe Jester's Festival in-game event begins on March 25 and runs until April 2, 2026, featuring XP gains and event quests.
SteamNew Rewards in Jester's Festival Boxesnew contentNew rewards include the One Bad Knight outfit style and the first fragment for the Thorn's Bite Withersteed morphing collectible.
SteamJester’s Festival Eventseasonal eventManage merry mayhem to receive riotous rewards including the One Bad Knight outfit style and loads of Jesters Festival-themed furnishings.
SteamJester’s Festival Eventseasonal eventManage merry mayhem to receive rewards including the One Bad Knight outfit style from March 25 to April 2.
Steam - 1 eventClarification on Trade Bars and Merchantsquality of life
Updated information clarifying that Trade Bars must be exchanged with the Impresario merchant for event rewards.
Steam - 3 eventsPlayer Experience Reward Pack Availablenew content
A new reward bundle for all ESO players includes 5,000 Gold, crafting research scrolls, XP scrolls, and more.
SteamUpdate 49 Introduces Quality-of-Life Improvementsquality of lifeUpdate 49 includes a massive number of quality-of-life improvements for players.
SteamSeason Zero Launch on April 2seasonal eventMilestoneThe upcoming Season Zero will begin on April 2, 2026, as part of the Update 49 launch.
Steam - 13 eventsFree Respec in UIquality of lifeMilestone
Players can now respec for free directly in the UI, allowing for on-the-fly build adjustments.
SteamNight Market Event Zonenew contentMilestoneNew event zone available from April 29, 2026, featuring unique factions and PvE encounters.
SteamDragonknight Class and Two Handed Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestoneComplete rework of the Dragonknight class and Two Handed skill line, including core abilities and animations.
SteamSkill Line XP + 100% Mini-eventbalance changeReceive a 100% XP gain bonus for your skill line progression from March 9 to March 25.
SteamMount Training Increment Changesquality of lifeMount training will now increment in threes, improving the effectiveness of gold spent on training.
SteamGold Coast Bazaar Reward Systemnew contentNew in-game rewards store opening on March 25, 2026, for acquiring collectibles and items.
SteamPlayer Experience Improvementsquality of lifeIncludes new mounts, free attribute and skill point reallocations, account-wide outfit slots, and furnishing limit increases.
SteamESO Plus Membership Additionsbalance changeNew benefits for ESO Plus members including increased Transmutation Crystal Capacity and Housing Furnishing Limits.
SteamHide Clothing and Armor Piecesquality of lifePlayers can now hide pieces of clothing and armor for aesthetic customization without affecting stats.
SteamUpdate 49 Launchnew contentMilestoneExperience the refreshed Dragonknight class and player-experience improvements with the launch of Update 49 on March 9.
SteamTamriel Tomes Reward Systemnew contentMilestoneNew battlepass-like system launching on April 2, 2026, offering in-game rewards through challenges.
SteamFour Classic DLCs Added to Base Gamenew contentMilestoneImperial City, Orsinium, Thieves Guild, and Dark Brotherhood are now available to all players as part of the base game.
SteamIncreased Housing Furnishing Limitsquality of lifeMilestoneHousing furnishing limits are being increased for various home sizes, enhancing placement and decorating freedom.
Steam - 4 eventsTamriel Tome Announcementseasonal event
The first-ever Tamriel Tome will include additional Seals rewards when Season Zero launches on April 2, 2026.
SteamSeals Rewards for Activitiesseasonal eventPlayers can earn up to 2,500 Seals by completing activities during the Seals Celebration campaign.
SteamGolden Pursuits Campaign Launchnew contentEarn up to 2,500 Seals by completing a wide range of activities throughout Tamriel during this new campaign.
SteamGolden Pursuits - Seals Celebration Launchseasonal eventMarch's Golden Pursuits campaign allows players to earn Seals through various in-game activities.
Steam - 1 eventEndeavor and Daily Login Rewards System Discontinuedquality of life
The Endeavors and Daily Login Rewards systems will be disabled starting with DLR on March 1 and Endeavors on March 2.
Steam - 1 eventTwo-Sided Deathmatch Weekendseasonal event
Enjoy a 25% bonus to AP gained during the Deathmatch Battlegrounds weekend mini PvP event from February 25 to March 4.
Steam - 2 eventsHeart's Day Rewardsnew content
Unlock rewards by completing activities during the Hasten to Heart’s Day campaign, including Stonelore Crates, Dibella’s Bouquet, and more.
SteamHasten to Heart's Day Campaign Launchseasonal eventThe Golden Pursuits campaign, Hasten to Heart’s Day, runs from February 11 to February 18, 2026, featuring various in-game activities.
Steam - 5 eventsChallenge Difficulty OptionsgameplayMilestone
Four difficulty options: Adventurer, Seasoned, Master, and Vestige, each with varying damage and reward adjustments.
SteamIntroduction of Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestoneA new optional system for veteran players to experience overland content with increased difficulty.
SteamOpt-in Challenge Difficulty Selectionquality of lifePlayers can opt-in or out of Challenge Difficulty at their leisure, with UI indicators for selected difficulty.
SteamFlexibility of Challenge Difficulty ApplicationchangesChallenge Difficulty will initially apply to overland and adjacent zones, with potential for future expansion.
SteamDamage and Reward Adjustments by Difficultybalance changeMilestoneIncreased damage taken and decreased damage dealt at higher difficulty levels, with corresponding increases in gold and experience rewards.
Steam - 8 eventsWhitestrake’s Mayhem PvP Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestone
Whitestrake’s Mayhem returns from January 21 to February 4, offering a 100% boost to Alliance Points, XP, and Tel Var Stone gains.
SteamScroll of Pelinal’s Ferocity No Longer Requiredquality of lifeThe Scroll of Pelinal’s Ferocity is no longer needed to enjoy increased gains during Whitestrake’s Mayhem.
SteamNew Roseblood Wings Recall Fragmentnew contentFirst fragment for the Roseblood Wings Recall collectible available during the event.
SteamNew Items from the Impresarionew contentThe Impresario offers new items including Roseblood Bat pet fragments and Tava’s Goshawk style pages.
SteamNew Roseblood Bat Pet Fragments Availablenew contentPlayers can collect fragments for the Roseblood Bat pet during the event.
SteamNew Tava’s Goshawk Outfit Stylenew contentPlayers can earn the Tava’s Goshawk outfit style from Pelinal’s Boon Boxes during the event.
SteamBonus Resources from Harvesting Nodesbalance changeHarvesting nodes in Cyrodiil will yield bonus resources during the event.
SteamEvent Tickets Earned from PvP Activitiesnew contentPlayers can earn up to three Event Tickets daily by completing PvP activities during the event.
Steam - 7 eventsTamriel Tomes System Not Yet Availableother
The new Tamriel Tomes system is not available for testing yet.
SteamNew Player Experience Improvementsquality of lifeImprovements have been made to enhance the new player experience.
SteamGold Coast Bazaar Offeringsnew contentA selection of offerings from the Gold Coast Bazaar is now available.
SteamFeedback and Bug Reporting InstructionsotherInstructions for providing feedback and reporting bugs in the PTS.
SteamNight Market Zone Not Yet AvailableotherThe Night Market zone is not available for testing yet.
SteamTwo Handed Weapon Skill Lines Updatenew contentThe Two Handed weapon skill lines have been updated.
SteamRefreshed Dragonknight Classnew contentThe Dragonknight class has been refreshed with new features.
Steam - 18 eventsBurning Embers Heal Scaling Changebalance change
The heal from Burning Embers now scales off Max Health instead of damage done.
SteamConversion from Event Tickets to Trade Barsbalance changeTrade Bars will replace Event Tickets, with 100 Trade Bars awarded for each Event Ticket held.
SteamNew Items Associated with Eventsnew contentBrand-new items will be available in the Bazaar, often linked to upcoming events.
SteamPrevious ESO Plus Rewards in the Bazaarnew contentPrevious ESO Plus monthly free items will be available in the Bazaar for active members.
SteamUpdated Dragonknight Ability Animationsui uxAnimations for various Dragonknight abilities have been updated for better visual appeal.
SteamIntroduction of Gold Coast Bazaarnew contentMilestoneA new in-game storefront for acquiring classic collectible rewards.
SteamIntroduction of Trade Bars Currencynew contentMilestoneTrade Bars are a new in-game currency to acquire items from the Bazaar.
SteamVenomous Claw Reworked to Searing Clawbalance changeVenomous Claw is now Searing Claw, dealing Flame Damage instead of Poison Damage.
SteamMolten Whip Changesbalance changeMolten Whip now generates stacks from any Dragonknight ability and adjusts stack bonuses.
SteamSearing Strike Duration and Damage Adjustmentbalance changeSearing Strike now lasts for 10 seconds, down from 20, but deals 50% more damage-per-second.
SteamCore of Flame Changesbalance changeCore of Flame no longer deals instant damage but restores 15% of missing Magicka and Stamina over time.
SteamLava Whip Becomes Volcanic Whipbalance changeMilestoneLava Whip now becomes Volcanic Whip for 7.9 seconds after damaging an Off Balance enemy, dealing more damage and affecting a radius.
SteamAdjustments to Skill Line Ability Distributionbalance changeMilestoneSkill lines are being adjusted to better distribute abilities and passives among roles.
SteamNew Dragonknight Visual and Sound Effectsnew contentAll Dragonknight abilities receive new visual and sound effects.
SteamLaunch Date for Gold Coast Bazaarnew contentGold Coast Bazaar launches on March 25, 2026, with Season Zero starting on April 2, 2026.
SteamEvergreen and Rotating Rewards in the Bazaarnew contentBazaar will feature both evergreen rewards and rotating items associated with Season Zero.
SteamDragonknight Standard and Standard of Might Morph Changesbalance changeMilestoneThese Ultimates no longer deal damage or apply Major Defile, instead granting increased Weapon and Spell Damage and reduced damage taken.
SteamInitial Offering of Bazaar Rewardsnew contentApproximately 100 collectibles will be available for purchase when Season Zero starts.
Steam - 11 eventsGold Coast Bazaar Launchnew contentMilestone
A new in-game rewards store launching on March 25, 2026, featuring rotating items.
SteamPlayer Experience Improvementsquality of lifeIncludes skill and attribute respec from UI, increased Riding skill training speed, and more.
SteamDragonknight Class Improvementsbalance changeMilestoneVisual refresh and rework of core skill lines for the Dragonknight class.
SteamTamriel Tomes Introductionnew contentMilestoneA new battlepass-like system for earning in-game collectibles and rewards.
SteamVengeance PvP Progression SystemgameplayMilestoneA new system for ranking up and earning rewards in Vengeance PvP campaigns.
SteamThe Night Market Event Zonenew contentMilestoneA new Event Zone in the Oblivion realm of Fargrave, available from April 29 to June 17, 2026.
SteamWerewolf Visuals RevampvisualsMajor rework of Werewolf visuals, including a new female werewolf model.
SteamChallenge Difficulty SystemgameplayMilestoneA new system that allows players to opt into a more difficult version of overland content.
SteamTwo-Handed Weapon Skill Line Visual RefreshvisualsVisual updates to the Two-Handed Weapon skill line.
SteamIntroduction of Seasonsnew contentMilestoneSeasons will bring new adventures, realms, and gameplay additions every three months.
SteamSeason Zero: Dawn and Dusk Launchnew contentMilestoneSeason Zero will launch on April 2, 2026, introducing new gameplay content and features.
Steam - 3 eventsAnniversary Fellowship Bear Rewardnew content
Unlock the Anniversary Fellowship Bear by completing 20 activities during the Golden Pursuits campaign.
SteamGolden Pursuits Campaign Launchseasonal eventKick off the Golden Pursuits campaign from January 7 to February 4, 2026, with various in-game activities to earn rewards.
SteamRewards for Completing ActivitiesgameplayEarn 30,000 Gold for completing six activities and ×3 All-Maker Crate for completing twelve activities during the campaign.
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