Rich Lambert, Creative Director at ZeniMax Online Studios, spoke in an interview about the transition of the MMORPG The Elder Scrolls Online to a Buy2Play model, its impact on The Elder Scrolls 6, and more.
One of the “new” leading figures at The Elder Scrolls Online is Rich Lambert, the Creative Director of the game. He spoke in an interview with a PC magazine about the current state of the game.
Rich Lambert does not believe that The Elder Scrolls Online is a different game since its launch. A lot of work has been done, and naturally, many new features have been integrated, but fundamentally, the game is still the same. However, a lot of player feedback has led to a better understanding of what is important to fans and where improvements can still be made. It is especially important to show the fans that they are being heard and that their suggestions are being taken into account.
Changes Can Be Good
The biggest change to the game engine was porting it to consoles. Adapting to the controller, especially regarding the UI, was also very demanding. Additionally, the engine was ported to DirectX 11, which benefited the graphics, and many new security measures were integrated into the game.
The decision to move away from a subscription model to a Buy2Play model was made due to market conditions. Players are increasingly reluctant to commit long-term to a product. However, players have reacted very well to the transition, and an optional subscription will still be offered.
What Impact Does TESO Have on The Elder Scrolls 6?
To truly motivate players in the long term, one must regularly provide them with something new. Zenimax would keep the game fresh and provide new content as long as players continue to show support for The Elder Scrolls Online.
When asked whether TESO has any influence on a possible The Elder Scrolls 6, Rich Lambert did not want to confirm anything in this regard. However, they would work closely with Bethesda Softworks to ensure that the lore always fits well into the universe.
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