ZeniMax Online Studios has announced significant delays to major upcoming features in The Elder Scrolls Online, a decision that follows recent mass layoffs at the studio. The news was shared by the studio’s new director in a message to the community, where they acknowledged fan concerns and provided an update on the game's development roadmap.
Fans had expressed worries about the future of the MMORPG, with some anticipating a potential slowdown in content delivery. The studio director admitted that the current situation is more severe than anticipated, with one player quoted as saying, “I expected drip feed but this is brutal.” This sentiment reflects a broader concern among the player base regarding the impact of the layoffs on the game's ongoing development and support.
While specific details regarding which features have been postponed were not immediately elaborated upon, the announcement indicates a broader strategic adjustment within ZeniMax Online. The studio aims to reassure its players that commitment to The Elder Scrolls Online remains, but the immediate future will see a reevaluation of priorities and timelines for major content additions. The studio has not yet provided a revised schedule for the delayed features.