Morrowind is the next expansion for Elder Scrolls Online, special editions and release date detailed

Remembrance of things past

Zenimax held a livestream today in which they announced that the next expansion for Elder Scrolls Online would be Morrowind. The expansion will release this Summer and includes a new zone, class, storyline and battle mode.

This will be the first time since launch that a new character class was released, and it will be The Warden. The Warden is the first new class since the launch of ESO and true to ESO and the Elder Scrolls franchise, the player will have the freedom to select from a number of abilities that enable a variety of play styles. The Warden also introduces a devastating new combat ally – the War Bear – a ferocious fighter will stay by the Warden’s side through the most intense battles.

The story will take place about 700 years before The Elder Scrolls 3 and feature a new PvP battle mode called Battlegrounds. It will be an intense 4v4v4 battle royale in arena-like environments. Players take the battle to the Ashlands to claim their place among the fiercest and most accomplished combat veterans in Tamriel.

There are a number of special editions and pre-order bonuses, which you can see all detailed here

  • Standard Edition (£39.99): Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind as well as The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited.
  • Upgrade Edition (£29.99): Existing players can upgrade their current game to unlock the new The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind content.
  • Digital Collector’s Edition (£64.99): A special collection of in-game bonuses are available through the Digital Collector’s Edition, including:

    • Collector’s Edition Grey Bear – An exclusive grey War Bear for use while playing as the Warden.
    • Armored War Horse – Players can charge into battle atop this steed clad in armor fashioned with ancient Dwarven plate.
    • Dwarven Spider Pet – A personal Dwarven Spider is ready for adventure through Vvardenfell. 
    • Morag Tong Converter – Players can flaunt their commitment to the assassins by customizing their gear with the distinct style of the Morag Tong.
    • Character Emotes – Celebrate victory in the battlegrounds with this bundle of exclusive emotes.
    • Includes all in-game rewards contained in the Pre-Order Bonus “Discovery Pack.”
    • Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited. 
  • Digital Collector’s Upgrade (£49.99): Existing players who only need an upgrade can grab all the digital goodies from the Digital Collector’s Edition with the Digital Collector’s Upgrade.
  • Collector’s Edition (£89.99): The ultimate fan of The Elder Scrolls Online can grab the Collector’s Edition, which contains everything included in the Digital Collector’s Edition, as well as:

    • Dwarven Colossus Statue – Recreated with the help of sacred Dwarven texts, this 12” tall replica of the Colossus that starred in the announcement trailer stands ready to defend treasures.
    • Naryu’s Journal – A full-color, large-format book chronicling Morag Tong assassin Naryu’s pursuit of a conspiracy across Tamriel. Illustrated with a broad array of concept art.
    • Map of Morrowind – Players can chart adventures throughout Vvardenfell with this handy map at their side.
    • Exclusive Game Case – A limited edition metallic case bearing the marks of Vivec and the Tribunal.
    • Includes all in-game rewards contained in the Pre-Order Bonus “Discovery Pack.”
    • Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited. 
  • PRE-ORDER BONUS – THE DISCOVERY PACK: Fans who pre-order The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will be rewarded with a collection of exclusive in-game bonuses, including:

    • Exclusive Warden Costume – An exclusive costume available for all classes that matches the Warden’s outfit as seen in the announcement trailer.
    • Dwarven War Dog Pet – A unique armored non-combat in-game pet.
    • Treasure Maps –  Maps detailing the location of Vvardenfell’s greatest rewards.
    • Dwarven Crown Crate – A special Crown Crate with a chance to contain Dwarven-themed mounts, pets, costumes, and more.
    • Experience Scrolls – Advance through Vvardenfell gaining 50% more experience points for two hours.

The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind releases on PC as well as PS4 and Xbox One on June 6th, 2017