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Bethesda and Xbox to host Developer Direct presentation on January 25

Starfeild may be getting its own showcase, but Xbox and Bethesda aren't leaving other titles out of the spotlight.

As previously rumored, and now confirmed, Bethesda and Xbox will host a Developer Direct presentation on January 25. This showcase will feature updates on The Elder Scrolls Online, Forza Motorsport, Minecraft Legends, and Redfall.

During the showcase, Elder Scrolls Online studio director Matt Firor will unveil 2023’s major Chapter update, which will include the latest regions of Tamriel to become playable. Firor will also discuss a major new feature coming in the game’s "biggest update" this year. Following immediately after the Developer Direct, the full, standalone ESO Chapter Reveal Event, hosted by Zenimax Online Studios, will provide all the in-depth details ESO players will want to know.

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Uncover the Future of ESO during the Developer_Direct & Global Reveal Livestream


Discover the future of The Elder Scrolls Online with two amazing back-to-back livestreams: The Developer_Direct and 2023 ESO Global Reveal.

Going live on Twitch.tv/Bethesda on Wednesday, January 25 at 3PM EST, Xbox and Bethesda will present a Developer_Direct that includes our first major announcement of the year, providing an early look into ESO’s next big adventure. Immediately following the Developer_Direct, we’re also hosting the 2023 ESO Global Reveal. Starting at 3:45PM EST the very same day, the Global Reveal will dive deep into what you can expect from ESO this year. No need to touch that dial, as both shows will be hosted live on Twitch.tv/Bethesda one after the other!

What’s more, tune in to the 2023 ESO Global Reveal and you can claim the Ritual Casting emote as a free Twitch Drop—don’t forget to link your accounts before it kicks off!  

The Ritual Casting emote

It’s going to be a big year for the #ESOFam and The Elder Scrolls Online, so be sure to check out both livestreams via Twitch.tv/Bethesda starting on Wednesday, January 25 from 3PM EST—we’ll see you there!

Save on The Elder Scrolls Online High Isle & Crown Packs During the Holiday Sale


In spirit of the holidays, you can enjoy up to 67% off the High Isle Chapter and up to 40% off Crown Packs during our end-of-year sale!
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The 2022 ESO Holiday Sale is now live, granting you the opportunity to save up to 67% off The Elder Scrolls Online: High Isle Chapter and up to 70% off The Elder Scrolls Online: Standard Edition. You can take advantage of these deals across all ESO-supported platforms, including Xbox (Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S), PlayStation (PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5), and PC/Mac (Elder Scrolls Online Store, Steam).

These seasonal savings are available for all versions of the High Isle Chapter (Collection, Collection CE, Upgrade, Collector’s Edition Upgrade), giving you the chance to explore the Breton isles of the Systres Archipelago, play a hand of ESO’s all-new card game called Tales of Tribute, and unravel the sinister plans of the mysterious Ascendant Lord.

To get started, visit our Buy Now page and select your edition.

In addition to saving on the game, we’re also offering some major discounts across our selection of Crown Packs:
  • 21,000 Crowns—Up to 40% off
  • 14,000 Crowns—Up to 35% off
  • 5,500 Crowns—Up to 30% off
  • 3,000 Crowns—Up to 25% off
  • 1,500 Crowns—Up to 20% off

Want to take advantage of these deals? Be sure to venture over to the Buy Crowns page to grab your bundle of choice. You can use these Crowns to purchase an assortment of useful and fun items from the in-game Crown Store, including collectibles such as pets, mounts, costumes, styles, and more. Check out everything available right now by visiting the Crown Store page.

Both the game and Crown Pack discounts are available only for a limited time and may conclude on different dates depending on your platform and territory. Check out the sale’s schedule below:

Xbox
  • Standard Edition—December 15, 2022-January 2, 2023
  • High Isle—December 15, 2022-January 2, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 15, 2022-January 2, 2023
PlayStation America
  • Standard Edition—December 21, 2022-January 6, 2023
  • High Isle—December 21, 2022-January 6, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 21, 2022-January 6, 2023
PlayStation Europe
  • Standard Edition—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
  • High Isle—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
PlayStation Asia
  • Standard Edition—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
  • High Isle—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 20, 2022-January 5, 2023
Elder Scrolls Online Store
  • Standard Edition—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023
  • High Isle—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023
Steam Store
  • Standard Edition—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023
  • High Isle—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023
  • Crown Packs—December 22, 2022-January 4, 2023

Don’t miss out on your opportunity to save on High Isle and Crown Packs during the 2022 Holiday Sale—the Systres Archipelago awaits! Which of these deals are you going to take advantage of during the final sale of this year? Let us know via TwitterInstagram, and Facebook.

Happy Holidays! Get a Free Pet from Us in the Crown Store Now


Claim your free Galen Wisp pet from the in-game Crown Store from now until January—don’t miss out!

In both Tamriel and more mundane worlds, it’s the season for spreading holiday cheer and giving. As a way to say happy holidays from all of us, you can now claim a free Galen Wisp pet from the in-game Crown Store.

The ethereal Galen Wisp

The Galen Wisp is the first of its kind, and it’s available from now until January 4, 2023, at 10AM EST, so don’t miss out on your chance to add this celebratory item to your collection. 

We hope this spritely companion helps to bring a little more light and cheer to Tamriel’s darkest corners. From all of us at ZeniMax Online Studios and the ESO team, we wish you a happy and safe holiday season—see you next year!