ESO Introduces Subclasses After 11-Year Wait

The Elder Scrolls Online has finally implemented a highly anticipated feature long requested by fans - subclass integration. Discover how this system works and explore upcoming game updates.

Elder Scrolls Online Direct Updates

Over 3000 Combinations of Skill Lines

As The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) celebrates its 10th Anniversary, ZeniMax Online Studios has unveiled major updates. During ESO Direct 2025 on April 10, developers confirmed the imminent arrival of subclassing - a feature players have demanded for years.

Players previously struggled when new skill trees were introduced, requiring complete character rerolls to access fresh content. The new subclass system solves this by letting players mix and match skill lines while keeping their existing characters.

To access subclasses, players must reach level 50. They'll retain one skill line from their base class while replacing two others with options from any of the six available classes. This creates over 3000 potential combinations for personalized gameplay.

ESO Game Director Rich Lambert expressed confidence in the system, noting extensive testing despite anticipated power level adjustments. "We're comfortable with the current balance," he stated.

Seasons of the Worm Cult

ZeniMax Online is shifting to seasonal content releases, allowing greater experimentation according to Studio Director Matt Firor. "This approach enables us to blend storytelling with innovative gameplay systems while maintaining content diversity," he explained.

The new Seasons of the Worm Cult chapter continues ESO's decade-long narrative, picking up the original Molag Bal storyline. Players will explore the Isle of Solstice investigating the Worm Cult's resurgence.

Producer Susan Kath clarified that while Worm Cult will span most of 2025, future seasons will typically last 3-6 months. Developers hinted at upcoming "remix" seasons revisiting past stories like Dark Brotherhood.

2025 Content Pass and Premium Edition

ESO announced via Twitter/X on April 11 new subscription options bundling all previous and upcoming content:

• Fallen Banners dungeon pack - Available now
• Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 - June 2 (PC/Mac), June 18 (Consoles)
• The Writhing Wall event - Q3/Q4 2025
• Feast of Shadows dungeon pack - Q3 2025
• Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 2 - Q4 2025

Both editions include exclusive collectibles:

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

Additional bonuses unlock with June's Seasons of the Cult Part 1 release.

Time-limited Early Purchase rewards include:

• Mages Guild Recall action (until May 7)
• 10-Year Lion Guard Steed mount
• 10-Year Anniversary Mudcrab pet
• Shell-Tide Beach emote pack

These remain available until June 2 (PC) or June 18 (consoles).

The Premium Edition includes:

• All previous ESO Chapters (Morrowind to Gold Road)
• All existing Classes (base-game plus Warden, Necromancer, Arcanist)

As ESO celebrates its milestone anniversary, developers aim to expand Tamriel's rich history while completing unfinished stories. The Elder Scrolls Online is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.