ESO Chronological Timeline Guide - Best Way to Play the Story

Q: Why should I play ESO in chronological order?

Playing chronologically allows you to:Experience the story as it unfolds: Understand character motivations, plot developments, and the build-up to major events more clearly.Avoid spoilers: Content released later sometimes contains references or direct spoilers for earlier storylines. Playing in order prevents these.Enhance immersion: Feel more connected to the world and its history as you progress through its timeline.Appreciate the full narrative arc: See how smaller stories contribute to the grand saga of Tamriel.

Q: Is this guide for new players or veteran players?

New players can use it from the very beginning to ensure they follow the story correctly.Veteran players who may have played content out of order can use it to replay or catch up on missed chronological pieces, or simply to plan their next playthrough for a more cohesive experience.

Q: Do I need to own all expansions and DLCs to follow this guide?

To experience the entire chronological story, yes, you will eventually need access to all relevant chapters and story DLCs. However, the guide will clearly delineate which content belongs to which part of the timeline, so you can progress as far as your owned content allows. ESO Plus subscription grants access to most DLCs, which is a great way to follow the guide without buying each one individually.

Q: Will following this guide prevent me from playing with friends or doing other content?

Not at all! This guide focuses on the story content. You are still free to engage in any other aspects of ESO you enjoy, such as PvP, dungeons, trials, crafting, housing, or overland exploration with friends, regardless of where you are in the chronological story. The guide simply provides a recommended order for questing.

Q: Does this guide cover every single quest in the game?

No, this guide focuses on the main storyline arcs and significant side quests that contribute to the overarching narrative or introduce major characters/factions. It does not aim to list every single daily quest, repeatable quest, or minor side quest that doesn't directly impact the main timeline. We do also have a daily quest guide you can take a look at!

Welcome to the Chronological Timeline Guide for ESO! If you ever wanted to know how to play ESO in chronological order, you can find the information here!

Table des matières

26 Chapitres

Succès liés à ce guide

3 Réalisations

Le port	Terminez le chapitre 1,5 de la quête principale.
Les Absous de Havreglace	Terminez le chapitre 1 de la quête principale.
Maître/Maîtresse du style des Absous	Apprenez le livre de style des Absous, obtenu en accomplissant l'Argent de Cadwell.

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What is the purpose of this Chronological Timeline Guide?

This guide is designed to help players experience the vast story of The Elder Scrolls Online in its intended chronological order. ESO has many chapters, DLCs, and zones, and it can be confusing to know where to start or what comes next in terms of the overarching narrative. This guide provides a clear path to follow.

Why should I play ESO in chronological order?

Playing chronologically allows you to:

Experience the story as it unfolds: Understand character motivations, plot developments, and the build-up to major events more clearly.
Avoid spoilers: Content released later sometimes contains references or direct spoilers for earlier storylines. Playing in order prevents these.
Enhance immersion: Feel more connected to the world and its history as you progress through its timeline.
Appreciate the full narrative arc: See how smaller stories contribute to the grand saga of Tamriel.

Is this guide for new players or veteran players?

New players can use it from the very beginning to ensure they follow the story correctly.
Veteran players who may have played content out of order can use it to replay or catch up on missed chronological pieces, or simply to plan their next playthrough for a more cohesive experience.

Do I need to own all expansions and DLCs to follow this guide?

To experience the entire chronological story, yes, you will eventually need access to all relevant chapters and story DLCs. However, the guide will clearly delineate which content belongs to which part of the timeline, so you can progress as far as your owned content allows. ESO Plus subscription grants access to most DLCs, which is a great way to follow the guide without buying each one individually.

Will following this guide prevent me from playing with friends or doing other content?

Not at all! This guide focuses on the story content. You are still free to engage in any other aspects of ESO you enjoy, such as PvP, dungeons, trials, crafting, housing, or overland exploration with friends, regardless of where you are in the chronological story. The guide simply provides a recommended order for questing.

How frequently will this guide be updated?

This guide will be updated with each major story release (new chapters, DLCs that add significant story content) to ensure it remains current and accurate with the evolving timeline of ESO.

What if I've already played some content out of order? Can I still use this guide?

Absolutely! You can jump into the guide at the point corresponding to the earliest story content you haven't completed yet, or simply use it as a reference to see what you've missed and prioritize future playthroughs. It's never too late to start playing chronologically!

Does this guide cover every single quest in the game?

No, this guide focuses on the main storyline arcs and significant side quests that contribute to the overarching narrative or introduce major characters/factions. It does not aim to list every single daily quest, repeatable quest, or minor side quest that doesn't directly impact the main timeline. We do also have a daily quest guide you can take a look at!