The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) has finally introduced a much-anticipated feature that fans have been requesting for over a decade: the addition of subclasses. This update brings exciting new gameplay mechanics and promises more engaging content for players. Dive in to learn more about how subclasses work and what's in store for future updates.
As ESO celebrates its 10th Anniversary, Zenimax Online Studios unveiled a host of exciting developments during the ESO Direct 2025 on April 10. One of the highlights was the long-awaited subclass feature, addressing a key player request.
For years, the ESO community has clamored for the ability to switch classes without starting over. The addition of new skill trees often meant beginning anew, which could be frustrating for MMO enthusiasts. Now, with the introduction of subclasses, players can mix and match skill lines from different classes without having to reroll their characters.
To unlock this feature, players must reach level 50. At this point, they can retain one skill line from their base class and swap out two others for any of the six available classes. This flexibility results in over 3000 unique skill line combinations, enabling players to tailor their gameplay to their preferred style.
ESO Game Director Rich Lambert expressed confidence in the new feature, noting that extensive testing has been conducted. Despite potential increases in Power Levels, Lambert assures that the team is "fine with where it is."
ZeniMax Online is also transitioning to a seasonal content model, a move that Studio Director Matt Firor believes will allow the team to be more experimental with content releases and better address player feedback.
Firor stated, "We want to keep telling great stories, but also mix in new ideas and gameplay systems, and that's exactly what we're going to do, but we'll do this in a different cadence, one that allows us, the developers, to broaden our focus and increase variety."
The upcoming chapter, Seasons of the Worm Cult, marks a significant milestone as a 10-year sequel to the original Molag Bal storyline. Players will explore the new Isle of Solstice zone, delving into the resurgence of the Worm Cult.
Producer Susan Kath explained that while the Seasons of the Worm Cult will span most of the year, future seasons will typically last between 3 to 6 months. Zenimax plans to introduce "remix" seasons, revisiting past storylines, with a teased Dark Brotherhood-themed season on the horizon.
ESO announced via Twitter (X) on April 11 a new content pass and premium edition, which includes all past and upcoming releases. Here's what you can expect from the pass:
Both editions will also include a unique set of collectibles:
Additionally, the 2025 Content Pass and Premium Edition offer a unique mount, pet, and memento that will be unlocked upon the release of Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 in June.
For a limited time, ESO offers Early Purchase rewards, including the Mages Guild Recall customized action, available until May 7. Other rewards include:
These rewards will be available until June 2 for PC and June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles.
The Premium Edition also grants access to all previously released ESO Chapters and Classes, from Morrowind through to Gold Road, and all base-game Classes along with the Warden, Necromancer, and Arcanist.
With the 10th anniversary celebrations in full swing, ESO continues to expand its rich history and engage its supportive community. Revisiting past storylines through "remix" seasons will help complete unfinished narratives and further enrich the game's deep lore. The Elder Scrolls Online is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.
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