Elder Scrolls Online Finally Adds Subclasses After 11 Years of Fan Demand

The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) has finally introduced a feature that fans have been eagerly awaiting for over a decade: subclasses. Dive in to discover how this new system works and what future updates have in store for the game.

Elder Scrolls Online Direct Updates

Over 3000 Combinations of Skill Lines

As The Elder Scrolls Online celebrates its 10th Anniversary, Zenimax Online Studios has unveiled exciting plans during ESO Direct 2025 on April 10. The long-requested feature of subclassing is set to revolutionize gameplay. For years, players have desired the ability to swap classes without starting anew, especially when new skill trees are introduced. Now, with the introduction of subclasses, players can mix and match skill lines without the need to reroll their characters.

To unlock this feature, players must reach level 50. Once achieved, they can retain one skill line from their base class and swap out two others with any of the six available classes. This flexibility opens up over 3000 combinations, allowing players to tailor their playstyle uniquely. ESO Game Director Rich Lambert expressed confidence in this new feature, noting that extensive testing has been conducted. Despite potential increases in Power Levels, the development team is satisfied with the balance.

Seasons of the Worm Cult

ZeniMax Online is shifting towards seasonal content to offer more experimental releases and address player feedback more effectively. Studio Director Matt Firor explained, "We want to keep telling great stories, but also mix in new ideas and gameplay systems. We'll do this in a different cadence, allowing us to broaden our focus and increase variety."

The new chapter, Seasons of the Worm Cult, is a 10-year sequel to the original Molag Bal storyline. Players will explore the new Isle of Solstice zone to investigate the resurgence of the Worm Cult. Producer Susan Kath noted that while Seasons of the Worm Cult will last most of the year, future seasons are planned to run for 3 to 6 months. The developers also teased "remix" seasons, revisiting previous storylines, with a Dark Brotherhood-themed season on the horizon.

2025 Content Pass and Premium Edition

On April 11, ESO announced via Twitter (X) the launch of a new content pass and premium edition, encompassing both past and future releases. The pass includes:

• Fallen Banners dungeon pack - Now available
• Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 - June 2 for PC/Mac, June 18 for Xbox and PlayStation
• 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 include a unique mount, pet, and memento, available upon the release of Seasons of the Worm Cult Part 1 in June.

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

• 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:

• ALL previous ESO Chapters (Morrowind through to Gold Road)
• ALL previous Classes (base-game Classes and the Warden, Necromancer, and Arcanist)

As ESO celebrates its 10th anniversary, the game continues to expand its rich history and engage its supportive community. By revisiting past storylines, ESO aims to complete unfinished narratives and deepen its lore. The Elder Scrolls Online is available on PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and PC.