{"id":1662645,"date":"2022-04-14T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-14T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/?p=165465"},"modified":"2022-04-14T17:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-04-14T21:00:00","slug":"play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure","status":"publish","type":"station","link":"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/plato-data\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure\/","title":{"rendered":"Play The Elder Scrolls Online Free for a Limited Time and Preview Tamriel\u2019s Next Big Adventure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>You can begin your journey into the ever-growing world of <strong><em><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/elder-scrolls-online\">The Elder Scrolls Online<\/a><\/em><\/strong> today during the April Free Play Event, now live for all Xbox players from April 14 to 26. During the Free Play Event, you\u2019ll be able to download and play the <em>TESO<\/em> base game at no cost &#8212; giving you the opportunity to experience almost everything Tamriel has to offer. Xbox Live Gold and Xbox Game Pass Ultimate members can also join the fun with <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/04\/14\/free-play-days-the-elder-scrolls-online-control-and-hunting-simulator-2\/\"><em>The Elder Scrolls Online <\/em>as part of Xbox Live Gold Free Play Days<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to the Free Play Event, <em>ESO <\/em>will also be on sale during this period, with big savings on both <strong><em><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/the-elder-scrolls-online\/BRKX5CRMRTC2\/\">The Elder Scrolls Online Standard Edition<\/a><\/em><\/strong> and <strong><em><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-US\/games\/store\/the-elder-scrolls-online-blackwood-upgrade-add-on\/9N3SWW6JZB4Q\/\">The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood<\/a><\/em><\/strong> (last year\u2019s big Chapter release) until April 21. Perfect if you wish to continue your adventures beyond the Free Play Event! Even better, along with saving on the game itself, Crown Packs will also be available at a discount until April 20.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure.jpg\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls Online\" class=\"wp-image-165468\" srcset=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-3.jpg 940w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-4.jpg 1776w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-6.jpg 800w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-7.jpg 592w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-8.jpg 518w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-9.jpg 208w, https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Can\u2019t wait for your next big adventure to begin? The High Isle Prologue is also now live for all base-game players (this includes those playing via the Free Play Event) and introduces two new quests that set up the story for the upcoming High Isle Chapter. There\u2019s no better way to continue (or start) your Legacy of the Bretons year-long adventure.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019d like to learn more about the upcoming <strong><em><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/the-elder-scrolls-online-collection-high-isle\/9p0phtr8pxhb\">The Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, check out the recent gameplay trailer below that reveals more about the never-before-seen locations you will be able to explore.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-embed-handler wp-block-embed-embed-handler wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<span class=\"embed-youtube\" style=\"text-align:center; display: block;\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video embed\" class=\"youtube-player\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/w0BUqgHyus8?version=3&#038;rel=1&#038;showsearch=0&#038;showinfo=1&#038;iv_load_policy=1&#038;fs=1&#038;hl=en-US&#038;autohide=2&#038;wmode=transparent\" allowfullscreen=\"true\" style=\"border:0;\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts allow-same-origin allow-popups allow-presentation\"><\/iframe><\/span>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<p>This was all part of the recent High Isle Chapter Preview Event, so if you\u2019d like to learn more about the upcoming Chapter, the Free Play Event, the Sale, or High Isle Prologue, be sure to visit elderscrollsonline.com for all the latest information. <strong><em><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/the-elder-scrolls-online-collection-high-isle\/9p0phtr8pxhb\">The Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle<\/a><\/em> launches on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One on June 21<\/strong>. <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xbox.com\/en-us\/games\/store\/the-elder-scrolls-online-collection-high-isle\/9p0phtr8pxhb\">Pre-purchase today<\/a> to gain immediate access to an in-game mount, plus bonus content at launch. Grab the Collection to get the Base Game and all previous Chapters to play today!<\/p>\n<div id=\"msp1649970169278\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9p0phtr8pxhb\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p0phtr8pxhb\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/store-images.s-microsoft.com\/image\/apps.53764.14291382183319192.b9a20ee9-189f-4fa2-b1d2-4bdf16456f7d.4107e969-7844-400b-a3fa-fcb7478a9a52?w=400&#038;h=600\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: High Isle\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-live\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure.png\" alt=\"Xbox Live\" class=\"skip-lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/> <\/div><\/div>\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: High Isle<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">133<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 45px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span>$59.99<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9p0phtr8pxhb\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\"> <\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: High Isle is the ultimate Elder Scrolls experience and includes the Base Game and all Chapters: \u2022 High Isle (New for 2022) \u2022 Blackwood \u2022 Greymoor \u2022 Elsweyr \u2022 Summerset \u2022 Morrowind Pre-purchase now to begin your adventure immediately in the base game or previous Chapters and gain instant access to the Palefrost Elk Mount plus bonus content at launch: \u2022 Abecean Privateer&#039;s Apparel \u2022 Knights of the Flame Pup \u2022 1\u00d7 Dark Chivalry Crate \u2022 3\u00d7 High Isle Treasure Maps \u2022 2\u00d7 Experience Scrolls, granting Double XP ULTIMATE FREEDOM\u2014Create your ultimate RPG character, play solo or adventure with friends, and determine your fate in an ever-expanding world. With no level restrictions, go anywhere at any time in a truly open world. In The Elder Scrolls Online, the choice is yours. CHOOSE YOUR ADVENTURE\u2014With a new tutorial, begin your adventure where you like: emerge from Coldharbour in the Base Game, battle Dragons in the Elsweyr Chapter, or face the Prince of Destruction, Mehrunes Dagon, in Blackwood,. All content is accessible for new players, and you can switch adventures whenever you like. INCLUDES LATEST CHAPTER: HIGH ISLE\u2014Set out on ESO&#039;s year-long adventure, the Legacy of the Bretons, and uncover an epic storytelling experience told across three DLCs and the High Isle Chapter. A tale of chivalric honor and political upheaval set within the stunning Systres Archipelago awaits.\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"msp1649970227401\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"9N3SWW6JZB4Q\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9N3SWW6JZB4Q\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-1.jpg\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Upgrade (Add On)\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood Upgrade (Add On)<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">26<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 57px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span class=\"mspb-msrp\"> <span>$29.99<\/span> <\/span> <span>$9.89<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/9N3SWW6JZB4Q\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> A deal made with the Prince of Destruction comes due in The Elder Scrolls Online: Blackwood, part of the Gates of Oblivion adventure. YEAR-LONG ADVENTURE\u2014Blackwood is part of the Gates of Oblivion, a saga of deceit and revelations that leads you to the nightmare realm of the Deadlands. EXPLORE NEW LANDS\u2014Travel across Blackwood from the Argonian marshes of Shadowfen to the Imperial city Leyawiin, first featured in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. PRINCE OF DESTRUCTION\u2014Witness the fury of Mehrunes Dagon, a god of destruction, change, revolution, energy, and ambition. Discover his diabolical schemes involving the Longhouse Emperors and prevent Tamriel from falling into the grasp of a Daedric Prince. NEW COMPANIONS SYSTEM\u2014Never adventure alone again. Choose a Companion and forge an ever-deepening bond as you explore and battle your way through Tamriel. Requires The Elder Scrolls Online, sold separately. <\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"msp1649970208799\" class=\"\">\n<div class=\"ms-product-badge mspb-large\" data-product-id=\"BRKX5CRMRTC2\">\n<div class=\"mspb-primary-image\"> <a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/BRKX5CRMRTC2\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure-2.jpg\" alt=\"The Elder Scrolls\u00ae Online\" class=\"skip-lazy\" \/> <\/a> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-feature-badge xbox-live\"> <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/platogaming.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/play-the-elder-scrolls-online-free-for-a-limited-time-and-preview-tamriels-next-big-adventure.png\" alt=\"Xbox Live\" class=\"skip-lazy\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/> <\/div><\/div>\n<h2>The Elder Scrolls\u00ae Online<\/h2>\n<div class=\"mspb-secondary-details\">\n<div class=\"mspb-left-container\">\n<p>Bethesda Softworks<\/p>\n<div class=\"mspb-rating\">\n<div> <span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span><span>\u2606<\/span> <span class=\"mspb-total-ratings\">834<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-full-stars\" style=\"width: 46.5px\"> <span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span><span>\u2605<\/span> <\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-price\"> <span class=\"mspb-msrp\"> <span>$19.99<\/span> <\/span> <span>$5.99<\/span> <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-buttons\"> <a class=\"mspb-link\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/en-us\/store\/apps\/BRKX5CRMRTC2\">Get it now<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badges\">\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-one-x-enhanced\"> Xbox One X Enhanced <\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-bottom-badge xbox-game-pass\"> Xbox Game Pass <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"mspb-right-container\">\n<div class=\"mspb-description\"> Includes The Elder Scrolls Online base game and the Morrowind Chapter. Join over 18 million players in the award-winning online multiplayer RPG and experience an ever-expanding story in a persistent Elder Scrolls world. \u2022 ESO COMES TO Xbox Series X|S &#8211; Experience the award-winning RPG like never before with game-changing features\/enhancements such as 60-fps performance mode, advanced lighting and shadows, improved reflections, shorter loading times and more! \u2022 BEGIN YOUR ADVENTURE \u2013 Discover Tamriel&#039;s Second Era and enjoy all the epic quests, memorable characters, and dangerous enemies you expect in an Elder Scrolls game. \u2022 PLAY YOUR WAY \u2013 Battle, craft, steal, siege, or explore. Combine different types of weapons, armor, and abilities to create your own style of play. \u2022 TELL YOUR OWN STORY \u2013 Experience any story in any part of the world, in whichever order you choose \u2013 alone or with friends. \u2022 INCLUDES THE MORROWIND CHAPTER \u2013 Journey to the iconic island of Vvardenfell and stop a meteor from crashing into Vivec City\t<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Related:<br \/><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/04\/14\/free-play-days-the-elder-scrolls-online-control-and-hunting-simulator-2\/\">Free Play Days \u2013 The Elder Scrolls Online, Control, and Hunting Simulator 2<\/a><br \/><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2022\/01\/27\/legacy-of-the-bretons-elder-scrolls-online-new-year-long-saga\/\">Discover the Legacy of the Bretons in The Elder Scrolls Online\u2019s New Year-Long Saga<\/a><br \/><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/news.xbox.com\/en-us\/2021\/12\/21\/bring-cheer-to-tamriel-new-life-festival-event\/\">Bring Cheer to Tamriel During The Elder Scrolls Online&#8217;s New Life Festival Event<\/a> <\/p>\n<ul class=\"plato-article-bottom-links\">\n<li><a rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.coinsmart.com\/europe\/?irclickid=yCMxLCU1uxyLWzG0Rw0UrUzuUkEV0C2N%3ATwq0A0&#038;irgwc=1\" class=\"plato-coinsmart-gid\">Coinsmart. 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