The Elder Scrolls Online charts a new course with High Isle in June
The Elder Scrolls Online today announced its next expansion, High Isle, which will launch for PC, Mac, and Stadia on June 6 and on June 21 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
This starts a new chapter for the MMO, with a year-long story focusing on the fantasy world’s Bretons denizens. The Legacy of the Bretons will include four major updates, including High Isle.
The Elder Scrolls Online takes place in the fantasy world of Tamriel. While most of the game happens on a single continent, High Isle takes players to a Mediterranean-inspired island chain. ZeniMax Online Studios is hoping to set players on a new adventure with a focus on classic Elder Scrolls medieval intrigue as opposed to the world-ending threats player have been dealing with.
High Isle also introduces Tales of Tribute, a new in-game card game and two new companion characters. ZeniMax Online Studios is also releasing a Spanish language option for the MMO on June 6, which will make game — and its massive amount of text and dialogue — accessible to many more people.
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MMOs are experiencing something of a renaissance, with many looking to their online worlds for entertainment and socialization during the pandemic. And while World of Warcraft has been on something of a decline, other MMOs like Final Fantasy XIV and new games like New World have benefitted. The launch of High Isle gives ESO, which has already attracted over 20 million players, a chance to attract more people.
I had a chance to talk with ESO’s creative director, Rich Lambert, about High Isle, the MMO’s future, and its efforts to welcome new players while keeping current fans happy.
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