Those playing Zenimax’ MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) on Xbox One or Playstation 4 need to plan some time today for a large download.
What kind of download is this? Basically, it is the complete game. Zenimax is conducting a streamlining process for ESO. After this, the MMORPG should take up less space on the hard drive, load faster, and adjust patch processes.
However, this is not possible with an update, which is why the entire client, with a size of about 64 GB, has to be downloaded again.
Maintenance with large download
How long will the maintenance last today? According to ESO’s official forum, server maintenance will last until 5 PM. Afterwards, the update will be available to you. The download on your PS4 and Xbox One will start automatically as soon as the servers are back online after maintenance.
The maintenance applies to both the US and EU megaservers.
How big is the download exactly? A precise size has not yet been determined. On PC, the file was 64.22 GB. It is to be expected that the download for PS4 and Xbox One will have a similar size.
How long will the download take? Depending on the speed of your internet connection, you have to plan for a few hours. It’s not just about the download itself, but also about the new installation of the MMORPG. And this will also take some time, especially if your PS4 or Xbox One still has a standard hard drive instead of a fast SSD.
So is that normal? Yes. The download is mandatory. You won’t get around it. However, ESO should run better afterwards. So if the large download starts for you, you don’t have to be alarmed.
The beginning of a new story
Is there compensation for the effort? Yes. You will receive a free pet, the red fire beetle. It will appear for free in the Crown Store with the peaceful companions after the current maintenance. You need to get it by March 24th.
What else does the download bring? In addition to the new client, the latest update is included. Today also marks the launch of the new DLC Harrowstorm for consoles. This heralds the next big story from The Elder Scrolls Online, “The Black Heart of Skyrim.”
- The MMORPG ESO is preparing for the release of the next major expansion Greymoor.
- The developers of The Elder Scrolls Online have also revealed through a roadmap which updates will be released by mid-year.
