Elder Scrolls Online Launches Season Zero

The Elder Scrolls Online launched its first seasonal update, Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk, on April 2, 2026, ushering in a new era of free, 90-day content cycles for all base game owners across PC and consoles. Developed by ZeniMax Online Studios, the model replaces the game's traditional annual chapters with dynamic releases designed to deliver varied adventures, rewards, and improvements more frequently.

Season Zero runs until July 8 and centers on the realm of Fargrave in Oblivion, introducing players to fresh storylines involving mysterious threats and faction rivalries. A key highlight is The Night Market, an event zone debuting on April 29 where participants pledge allegiance to one of three factions and complete player-versus-environment missions to influence outcomes and earn rewards, including the new Nights Den player home. The update also features the Gold Coast Bazaar with returning and new incentives, alongside the Anniversary Jubilee event offering bonuses to kick off the season.

Complementing the content are significant gameplay enhancements. Update 49, released alongside the season, includes refreshes to the Dragonknight class and Two-Handed skill line, as well as...