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Elder Scrolls Online’s four oldest DLC merge into the base game offering starting next week
Starting March 9 with Update 49, four classic The Elder Scrolls Online DLCs – Orsinium, Imperial City, Thieves Guild, and Dark Brotherhood – will be merged into the base game for all players at no extra charge. ZeniMax Online Studios also reiterated that future content will be free updates, with the game funded through its box fee, optional subscription, and premium battle pass.
Elder Scrolls Online’s U49 is packed with quality-of-life stuff players (and devs) have wanted a long time
The Elder Scrolls Online's Update 49, launching simultaneously on PC and consoles, introduces numerous quality-of-life improvements requested by players and developers. These updates focus on reducing friction, improving systems, and enhancing player experience with features like higher inventory limits, streamlined mount training, and easier respecs. Additionally, the Gold Road Collection is being offered as a PlayStation Plus monthly game in March.
A Year-By-Year Breakdown Of Phil Spencer's Mixed Legacy As Xbox Boss
This analysis breaks down Phil Spencer's tenure as Xbox boss from 2014 to 2026, highlighting both successes like backward compatibility and the launch of Xbox Game Pass, and failures such as studio closures, game cancellations, and price hikes. The article details major events year-by-year, concluding with Spencer's retirement and the challenges facing Xbox under new leadership.
Todd Howard says Bethesda isn't 'fully ignoring' AI
Bethesda game director Todd Howard stated that the studio is cautiously exploring artificial intelligence as a tool for data analysis and long-term player insights, rather than for content generation. He emphasized the importance of artistic intention and human creativity in game development. This approach aligns with Xbox's broader exploration of AI features, though other studios under the Xbox umbrella have had varied experiences with AI implementation and mandates.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom
The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom introduces the versatile Arcanist class, allowing players to master arcane magic, runes, and ancient tomes. This expansion offers a fresh experience with a focus on personalized playstyles and deep lore integration. The game was reviewed on Xbox Series X and is also available on PC and macOS.
How to Make Money in Elder Scrolls Online
This guide details various methods for players to earn in-game currency, referred to as 'ESO Gold,' within The Elder Scrolls Online. It covers strategies such as crafting, stealing, completing quests for various guilds, running dungeons, and playing with friends to maximize earnings and progress within the game's economy.
