The Elder Scrolls Online has finally introduced a much-anticipated feature that fans have been requesting for over a decade: subclasses. This addition brings a new level of customization and flexibility to the game. Dive into the details of how subclasses work and what the future holds for ESO.

Elder Scrolls Online Direct Updates

As The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) celebrates its 10th Anniversary, Zenimax Online Studios unveiled exciting updates during ESO Direct 2025 on April 10. The long-awaited subclass feature is set to enhance player experience significantly.

For years, the ESO community has voiced their desire for the ability to swap classes without starting anew. The introduction of new skill trees often meant rerolling characters to access fresh content, a tedious process in an MMO. Now, with the addition of subclasses, players can mix and match skill lines without the need to create new characters.

To unlock subclasses, players must reach level 50. Once achieved, they can retain one skill line from their original class and swap out two others with any of the six available classes. This system opens up over 3000 unique combinations, enabling players to tailor their gameplay to their preferred style.

ESO Game Director Rich Lambert expressed confidence in the new feature, stating that extensive testing has been conducted. Despite potential increases in Power Levels, the developers are content with the balance achieved.

Seasons of the Worm Cult

Zenimax Online is shifting towards seasonal content, a move that Studio Director Matt Firor believes will allow for more experimental releases and better responsiveness to 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 sequel to the game's original Molag Bal storyline, set ten years in the making. Players will explore the new Isle of Solstice zone, delving into the resurgence of the Worm Cult.

Producer Susan Kath noted that while Seasons of the Worm Cult will span most of the year, future seasons will typically last between three to six months. Zenimax plans to introduce "remix" seasons, revisiting past storylines, with a teased Dark Brotherhood-themed season on the horizon.

2025 Content Pass and Premium Edition

ESO announced on Twitter (X) on April 11 the launch of a new content pass and premium edition, encompassing all previous and upcoming releases. The pass includes:

• Fallen Banners dungeon pack - Now available
• Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 - June 2 for PC/Mac and June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles
• The Writhing Wall in-game event - Q3/4 2025
• Feast of Shadows dungeon pack - Q3 2025
• Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 2 - Q4 2025

Both editions offer unique collectibles:

• Skulltooth Coastal Durzog mount
• Golden Eagle pet
• Remnant of Meridia's Light memento

Additionally, the 2025 Content Pass and Premium Edition unlock a unique mount, pet, and memento with the release of Seasons of the Cult Part 1 in June.

ESO also offers Early Purchase rewards until May 7, including the Mages Guild Recall customized action. Other rewards include:

• 10-Year Lion Guard Steed mount
• 10-Year Anniversary Mudcrab pet
• Shell-Tide Beach emote pack

These rewards are available until June 2 for PC and June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles.

The Premium Edition grants access to all previously released Chapters and Classes, from Morrowind to Gold Road, and includes the Warden, Necromancer, and Arcanist classes.

With their 10th anniversary celebrations, ESO aims to build on its rich history and strong community. Revisiting past storylines will help complete unfinished narratives and deepen the game's lore. The Elder Scrolls Online is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.