Games part of the The Elder Scrolls series

The Elder Scrolls series, developed by Bethesda, is a cornerstone of open-world role-playing. It began with Arena (1994), a vast fantasy RPG where players explored the continent of Tamriel. Daggerfall (1996) expanded ambition with one of the largest game worlds ever, procedural dungeons, and deep character customization. Morrowind (2002) refined immersion, offering hand-crafted environments and lore-rich storytelling in the alien land of Vvardenfell. Oblivion (2006) pushed graphical fidelity, radiant AI, and a more cinematic approach, while Skyrim (2011) became a cultural phenomenon with its sprawling Nordic world, dragon battles, and endless modding scene.

Beyond single-player, The Elder Scrolls Online (2014) brought Tamriel to MMORPG fans. Across the series, hallmarks include player freedom, branching quests, and an ever-expanding tapestry of lore—from Daedric gods to the Empire’s political struggles.