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April 4, 2026

A Major Fantasy MMORPG Is Finally Coming to PC Game Pass

Xbox Game Pass is expanding its offerings with the addition of Elder Scrolls Online, which will be available on PC Game Pass starting June 2nd. The game will feature Xbox Play Anywhere support, allowing cross-progression between PC and Xbox consoles. ZeniMax has announced a new free, seasonal content model for Elder Scrolls Online, and the game is currently available as a free title on PS Plus Essential until April 6th. The introduction of crossplay and cross-progression is being actively pursued by ZeniMax, addressing a long-standing demand from the community.

AppWizard

March 31, 2026

The Elder Scrolls Online is coming to PC Game Pass in June, and it’s free right now with PlayStation Plus

Zenimax Online Studios announced that The Elder Scrolls Online will be available on PC Game Pass starting June 2. Players will return to previously unseen areas of Skyrim, enhancing the game experience. The Elder Scrolls Online Collection: Gold Road is currently free for PlayStation Plus subscribers until April 6, including the base game and all major Chapter zones. The game will also be part of Xbox Play Anywhere. A new event zone called the Night Market will launch on April 29, offering a unique PvE experience. Additionally, two new story content updates focusing on the Thieves Guild and Sheogorath are forthcoming.

AppWizard

March 31, 2026

The first Elder Scrolls Online season is upon us, but I’m already more excited for the second

The Elder Scrolls Online is launching a new seasonal model starting with Season Zero on April 2, 2026. This model consists of approximately 90-day cycles, including Season Zero, Season One, and Season Two, with all seasonal content available for free to players who own the game. Season Zero will feature the Night Market, a limited-time event zone in the Daedric realm of Fargrave, available for seven weeks, where players can align with one of three NPC factions. The season will also introduce challenge difficulty options for overland experiences and improvements to combat, including a new test for the large-scale PvP mode, Vengeance. Season One will see the return of the Thieves Guild with new gameplay elements and dynamic world events. Additionally, a new base-game trial, the Crimson Veldt, will be introduced later in the year.

AppWizard

February 25, 2026

Microsoft Is Allegedly Considering Adding WoW/Minecraft Realms/Fallout 1st/ESO Plus to Game Pass Ultimate

Discussions are ongoing about enhancing the value of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, especially following a price adjustment effective October 1, 2025. Many gamers are concerned about the service's worth despite including offerings like Fortnite Crew and Ubisoft+ Classics. Microsoft is considering adding first-party services such as World of Warcraft, Minecraft Realms, Fallout 1st, and Elder Scrolls Online Plus to the Game Pass Ultimate package. Current subscription offerings include: - Xbox Game Pass Ultimate: .99/month, includes Xbox + PC Game Pass library, online multiplayer, EA Play, cloud gaming, Fortnite Crew, Ubisoft+ Classics. - World of Warcraft: .99/month, access to all WoW retail + Classic content (latest expansion excluded). - Minecraft Realms Plus: .99/month, private server for up to 10 players, 150+ rotating Marketplace content packs. - Fallout 1st: .99/month, private world for up to 8 players, Scrapbox, Survival Tent, 1,650 Atoms/month, exclusive cosmetics. - ESO Plus: .99/month, includes all previously released DLC game packs and dungeons, Craft Bag, 1,650 Crowns/month, double bank space, premium tokens, increased transmute crystal cap, housing furnishing limit increases. Microsoft will need to conduct an economic analysis to determine the feasibility of these potential additions.

BetaBeacon

February 16, 2026

Top Mobile Games to Try in 2026: PlayStation‑Level Fun on Android

- Genshin Impact is an open-world action RPG game available on Android with high-end visuals and constant seasonal updates. - Call of Duty: Mobile brings the classic FPS franchise to Android with fast-paced multiplayer matches and a battle royale mode. - Hearthstone is a strategy card game set in the Warcraft universe, offering deep strategy for veterans and regular expansions. - Just Dance Now brings the energetic dance-filled experience of the Just Dance series to mobile devices with thousands of popular songs to dance to. - The Elder Scrolls: Blades brings the world of Tamriel to mobile devices with fast-paced combat, dungeon crawling, and town building.

AppWizard

November 29, 2025

From Oblivion Remastered to Civ 7, here are the best deals in the Humble Bundle Black Friday sale

The Humble Bundle Black Friday sale offers significant discounts on various PC games, including: - Civilization 7: Available for .99 / £68.24, down from .99 / £104.99, reflecting a 35% discount. - The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered: Priced at .49 / £33.49, reduced from .99 / £49.99, with a 33% discount. - Life is Strange Remastered Collection: Available for .19 / £10.19, down from .99 / £33.99, representing a 70% discount. - Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds: Priced at .49 / £45.49, reduced from .99 / £64.99, offering a 30% discount. - Persona 3 Reload: Available for .74 / £24.74, down from .99 / £54.99, reflecting a 55% discount. These deals are time-sensitive and will expire after Monday, December 1st, 2025.

AppWizard

November 21, 2025

The PC Gamer 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

- Gaming Keyboard: Asus ROG Strix Scope II 96 - Price: (originally ) - Music: The Music of Red Dead Redemption 2 - Price: Not specified - Gaming Headset: Razer BlackShark V2 X - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Gaming Mouse: Logitech G502 Lightspeed Wireless - Price: Not specified (originally 0) - Gaming Router: TP-Link Archer GE400 - Price: 0 - Board Game: Various Options - Price: Not specified - Art Book: The Art of Assassin's Creed Shadows - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Pins: Mini Stardew Valley Pins - Price: + - USB Hub: Acer USB Hub - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Cookbook: The Elder Scrolls: The Official Cookbook - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Mug: The Sims Custom Personality Traits Mug - Price: .49+ - Toy: Fidget Cube - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - RGB Lighting: LED Strip Lights - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Manga: Elden Ring: The Road to the Erdtree - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Lamp: Assassin's Creed Infinity Light - Price: Not specified - Art: Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 Print - Price: + - Accessory: The Sims Plumbob Headphone Attachment - Price: .38 - Stickers: Elden Ring Stickers - Price: + - Speakers: Logitech Z313 - Price: Not specified - Mouse Pad: Razer Gigantus V2 XXL Gengar Edition - Price: Not specified - Controller: GameSir G7 Pro - Price: Not specified - Books: Assassin's Creed Book Collection - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Toy/Decor: Hollow Knight Building Set - Price: Not specified - Desk Accessory: Cloud Foot Rest - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - SSD: SSK Portable 1TB SSD - Price: Not specified - Wall Art: Displate: Lunar Princess Ranni - Price: + - Plush: Hollow Knight: Silksong Hornet Plush - Price: + - Lamp: Frostmourne Resin Lamp - Price: Not specified - Microphone: HyperX SoloCast - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Gaming Headset: Logitech G733 Lightspeed - Price: 5 (originally 0) - Gaming Monitor: LG UltraGear 27GS50F-B - Price: 7 - Gaming Chair: Secretlab Titan Evo - Price: 9 - PC Case: Pyramid Mini-ITX PC Case - Price: (originally ) - Gaming Headset: SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 - Price: 0 (originally 0) - Soundtrack: World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Soundtrack - Price: Not specified - Music: Hero of Time: The Music of Ocarina of Time - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Music: Hollow Knight Original Soundtrack - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Munchkin Deluxe - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Sherlock Holmes Consulting Detective - Bureau of Investigation: Investigations in Arkham & Elsewhere - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - Card Game: Magic: The Gathering Fallout Commander Deck - Price: Not specified (originally not specified) - D&D: Hollow Metal D&D Dice Set - Price: Not specified - Board Game: Marvel X-Men Dice Throne - Price: Not specified

AppWizard

October 13, 2025

Skyrim’s lead designer reckons open world games are ‘almost a cliché statement’ these days, and that Skyrim owes its continued popularity to a focus on player agency: ‘We didn’t put anything off limits’

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has maintained its relevance in the gaming community since its initial release, supported by numerous re-releases and a dedicated modding community. Bruce Nesmith, the game's lead designer, expressed surprise at its lasting popularity, noting that it continues to attract over 24,000 concurrent players on Steam for the Special Edition, significantly more than Oblivion Remastered. Nesmith attributes Skyrim's success to its player-driven experience, emphasizing the game's open-world design that allows for personal adventures filled with quests and discoveries.

AppWizard

October 7, 2025

The best MMOs and MMORPGs 2025

Gaming serves as a refuge, a means to connect with others, and a way to forge friendships, particularly through MMOs and MMORPGs. These genres offer expansive realms filled with adventure and the opportunity to interact with fellow gamers. 1. Old School Runescape: Features a skill cap of 99 for all abilities, has a vibrant community, and the recent Varlamore expansion has attracted record player counts. 2. World of Warcraft: Known for its continuous evolution and the latest expansion, "The War Within," which makes the game more accessible for players with limited time. 3. Final Fantasy 14: Transformed from a lackluster launch to a beloved MMORPG, praised for its epic tales and the recent "Dawntrail" expansion. 4. Destiny 2: Offers immersive gameplay and narrative, with the recent "Edge of Fate" expansion improving the onboarding experience for newcomers. 5. Guild Wars 2: Features a horizontal gear progression system and episodic updates, with the upcoming "Visions of Eternity" expansion promising new content. 6. Elder Scrolls Online: Allows players to explore Tamriel's landscapes and engage in combat, with ongoing expansions and content updates. 7. Albion Online: Combines crafting, farming, and PvP action, with the recent "Abyssal Depths" update enhancing PvP elements. 8. Dune Awakening: An MMO-survival hybrid set in an alternate timeline of Arrakis, with the recent "Lost Harvest" DLC adding new cosmetic options. 9. Black Desert Online: Known for stunning visuals and fluid combat, offering a diverse array of classes but can be daunting for newcomers. 10. Lost Ark: Players recover relics in a beautifully crafted world, with recent updates streamlining the onboarding process. 11. Star Wars The Old Republic: Set in the Star Wars universe, featuring various classes and regular updates to keep content fresh. 12. Lord of the Rings Online: Immerses players in Middle-earth with quests and expansions, despite aging graphics. 13. Eve Online: Renowned for its player-driven economy and intricate narratives, featuring massive space battles. 14. New World Aeternum: Blends sandbox survival with RPG mechanics, encouraging character development and exploration. 15. Palia: Focuses on gardening, decorating, and community-building, with recent updates expanding features. Upcoming titles include Chrono Odyssey, promising time-based combat, and Ashes of Creation, currently in playtesting.

AppWizard

May 31, 2025

All the The Elder Scrolls games are up to 75% off in Bethesda’s weekend sale, with 20% off Oblivion Remastered

The Elder Scrolls series is currently experiencing heightened interest due to the release of Oblivion Remastered and updates from modding projects like Tamriel Rebuilt and Skyblivion. Bethesda has launched a sale on the entire Elder Scrolls catalog, with notable discounts including: - Oblivion Remastered at a 20% discount, now priced at £40, with the Deluxe version at £44. - The Elder Scrolls Online at £4, including the base game and Morrowind chapter. - Skyrim Special Edition and Anniversary Edition upgrade both priced at £8.74. - Skyrim VR at a 75% discount, now priced at £12.49. - The Elder Scrolls Redguard and An Elder Scrolls Legend: Battlespire each at £1.95, reflecting a 60% discount. - Morrowind at a 60% discount, now priced at £5.19. The sale will be available throughout the weekend, concluding on Thursday, June 5.