Players ofTheElder Scrolls Onlinecan look forward to a new and exciting feature coming with the upcomingGreymoorchapter. The Antiquities system will allow players to explore the fictional world of Tamriel and its history through artifact-finding in thegothic, vampire-themedGreymoor.
The newest chapter inTheElder Scrolls Onlineis set to release on May 26th, after beingdelayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. Antiquities look like they will be a big part of upcoming gameplay, and they include an interesting incentive for players to travel and learn more about Tamriel’s past. Players can join the Antiquarian Circle and hunt for “unique collectibles, treasure, and even powerful Mythic items.”
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TheElder Scrolls Online’s Antiquities system features two new mini-games: Scrying and Excavation, which, when combined, allow a player to find and retrieve hidden objects. Michael Schroeder, lead designer for the new system, explains that the new mechanic is meant to be more puzzle-based than action-based and is best played in short bursts. He adds that he believes Antiquities can provide something for everyone, no matter what their approach to the game is.
Schroeder adds that Antiquities “gives [players] a reason to return to the places [they] might’ve already explored”.ESOcurrently focuses on eastern Skyrim, whileGreymoorwillbroaden the scope to include western Skyrimas well. Although players familiar with the series have no doubt explored much of Skyrim and Tamriel, the Antiquities system could be an opportunity for players to go back to regions and find things they may have missed before, or even explore new places.
TheESOuniverse is known for its gorgeous graphicsand atmosphere, and a system designed to help players go back and re-experience the detailed environments the game does so well is a good move. Plus, if Antiquities are best found and collected in bursts, then even players who don’t usually love puzzle-solving elements in games can benefit from the collectibles and not have to sink too much time into the activity.
After the disappointingSummersetDLC, theElseweyrchapter was an exciting and positive refocuson the game’s fascinating lore and worldbuilding.Greymoorwill followElseweyrand be the firstESODLC in 2020, and many fans are hoping for a worthy followup. The Antiquities system seems like an exciting opportunity for fans to literally dig deeper into this amazing lore. Players will just have to wait untilGreymoor’s release and see for themselves whether the Antiquities system will make or break the new content.
The Elder Scrolls Online: Greymoorwill be playable May 26 for Mac and PC, and June 9 for PS4 and Xbox One.
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