The Elder Scrolls® Online
Developed by ZeniMax Online Studios · Published by Bethesda Softworks
At a glance
Overview
An action, adventure, massively multiplayer game by ZeniMax Online Studios, published by Bethesda Softworks — multi-player, mmo, pvp, online pvp.
Steam’s own one-line description: “Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.
Features & modes
Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for The Elder Scrolls® Online.
| Feature | Supported |
|---|---|
| Single-player | No |
| Multiplayer | Yes |
| Co-op | Yes |
| Online co-op | Yes |
| PvP | Yes |
| Cross-platform multiplayer | No |
| Full controller support | No |
| Partial controller support | Yes |
| Steam Cloud saves | No |
| Steam Achievements | No |
System requirements (PC)
As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.
Minimum
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 2300 or AMD FX4350
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 1GB RAM (NVIDIA® GeForce® 560 or AMD Radeon™ 6870)
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 150 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
Recommended
- Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: Intel® Core™ i5 2300 or AMD FX4350
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: Direct X 11.0 compliant video card with 4GB of RAM (NVIDIA® GeForce® GTX 970 or AMD Radeon™ RX 570) or higher
- DirectX: Version 11
- Network: Broadband Internet connection
- Storage: 150 GB available space
- Sound Card: DirectX compatible sound card
Supported languages (7)
The Elder Scrolls® Online FAQ
Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.
What kind of game is The Elder Scrolls® Online?
Steam classifies The Elder Scrolls® Online as a Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer, RPG game, developed by ZeniMax Online Studios. Every legend starts somewhere and in The Elder Scrolls Online, it starts with you. Join millions of players in an online, fantasy RPG set in a vast living Elder Scrolls world.
How much does The Elder Scrolls® Online cost?
As of June 2026, Steam lists The Elder Scrolls® Online at $4.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.
Is The Elder Scrolls® Online single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes for The Elder Scrolls® Online: Multi-player, MMO, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op. It’s built around multiplayer — Steam doesn’t list a dedicated single-player mode.
Is The Elder Scrolls® Online on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?
Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists The Elder Scrolls® Online for Windows, macOS. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.
Is The Elder Scrolls® Online out yet?
Yes — Steam lists a release date of May 22, 2017.
What platforms is The Elder Scrolls® Online on?
The Elder Scrolls® Online is listed for Windows, macOS on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.
Is The Elder Scrolls® Online single-player or multiplayer?
Steam lists these modes: Multi-player, MMO, PvP, Online PvP, Co-op, Online Co-op.
How much does The Elder Scrolls® Online cost?
Steam lists it at $4.99.
What is The Elder Scrolls® Online's Metacritic score?
The Elder Scrolls® Online has a Metacritic score of 80/100, per the Steam store listing.
Who made The Elder Scrolls® Online?
The Elder Scrolls® Online is developed by ZeniMax Online Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.
Where to get The Elder Scrolls® Online
We don't sell games or track prices — this links to the official Steam store page.
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