ESO Update 2.85 Patch Notes (ESO Console Update 50)

[Elder Scrolls Online] ESO update 2.85 is available to download on PS4, PC and Xbox One. According to the official ESO 2.85 patch notes, the latest Elder Scrolls Online’s update 50 introduces Challenge Difficulty, PvP Veterancy, Vengeance Campaigns, Class Mastery, a major Werewolf overhaul, new Thieves Guild and Sheogorath questlines, Dynamic Encounters, Guild Mail, and extensive quality-of-life improvements. ESO update 2.85 also includes permanent Vengeance Campaign which brings large-scale 900-player warfare, standardized character templates, role-based loadouts, and Veterancy progression, creating a more balanced and performance-focused PvP experience within Cyrodiil.

[Elder Scrolls Online] ESO 2.85 Patch Notes – June 8, 2026

The Elder Scrolls Online Update 50 Summary

• Added Challenge Difficulty with new reward-based difficulty tiers.
• Introduced PvP Veterancy, Vengeance Campaign, and Class Mastery systems.
• Reworked Werewolf gameplay with new mechanics, visuals, and progression.
• Added Thieves Guild and Sheogorath story content for Season One testing.
• Expanded quality-of-life features including Guild Mail and Path to Adventure.

The Elder Scrolls Online Update 50 Patch Notes

Challenge Difficulty

• Added optional Challenge Difficulty system for overland content.
• Introduced four difficulty levels: Adventurer, Seasoned, Master, and Vestige.
• Higher difficulties increase enemy damage and durability.
• Higher difficulties provide bonus gold and experience rewards.
• Difficulty settings apply to overland zones, delves, public dungeons, and story content.

PvP Veterancy

• Added seasonal PvP progression system.
• Earn rewards through Cyrodiil, Imperial City, and Battleground activities.
• Introduced 100 Veterancy ranks.
• Added unique cosmetics, consumables, titles, and Vengeance perks.
• Added repeatable rewards after reaching maximum rank.
• Seasonal progress resets approximately every six months.

Vengeance Campaign

• Vengeance Campaign is now available full-time.
• Features modified abilities, loadouts, and campaign perks.
• Population cap increased to three times normal campaign limits.
• Added new loadout abilities for Soldier, Vanguard, Battle Medic, and Scout roles.
• Gray Host remains available.
• Closed Ravenwatch, Icereach, and Blackreach campaigns.

Class Mastery

• Added Class Mastery progression for characters who fully master their original class.
• Requires all three native class skill lines at level 50.
• Unavailable while subclassing.
• Introduced Class Mastery Points separate from Skill Points.
• Each class receives unique passive upgrades and enhancements.

Dynamic Encounters

• Added new open-world event system.
• Introduced Vampire Hunt in Glenumbra.
• Added Farm Aflame event in Auridon.
• Added Bilsa’s Delivery event in Stonefalls.
• Events appear every 30 minutes.
• Rewards include style pages, skill styles, and additional collectibles.

Tamriel Tomes

• Added support for switching between owned Premium Tomes.
• Added end-of-season reward claiming system.
• Up to 2,000 Tome Points can carry over between seasons.
• Excess Tome Points convert into gold.
• Added additional Weekly Challenge rerolls purchasable with gold.
• Bonus Pages unlock increased Weekly Challenge repeatability.
• Added Claim All functionality.
• Updated icons and interface elements.

Werewolf Refresh

• Added new male and female Werewolf models.
• New models are approximately 20% larger.
• Added Ashen, Black, and White transformation styles.
• Replaced Piercing Howl with Gnash.
• Added Prowl stealth mechanic.
• Added Slaughter execution mechanic.
• Werewolf Transformation now costs 100 Ultimate to activate and maintain.
• Ultimate generation now continues while transformed.
• Reduced Poison damage vulnerability.
• Added Fury resource system.
• Added Rampage transformation state for maximum Fury.
• Updated Berserker and Pack Leader morphs.
• Improved Werewolf sustain and build flexibility.

Dragonknight Updates

• Added Emerald Green skill styles for Dragonfire Breath, Searing Strike, and Magma Armor.
• Added alternative Molten Weapons style without weapon override.
• Updated Earthspike Mantle visuals.
• Fixed multiple ability, animation, and visual issues.
• Adjusted several Dragonknight Class Mastery passives.

New Thieves Guild Questline

• Added new Thieves Guild storyline in Glenumbra.
• Introduced 8 story quests.
• Added Finder Quests.
• Added access to Heists and Thieves Guild Daily Quests from Daggerfall.
• Added Somnal Powder consumable.
• Added new Mythic item rewards.
• Expanded Glenumbra with new exploration and theft opportunities.

Sheogorath Returns

• Added new Sheogorath storyline.
• Introduced 6 story quests.
• Added new characters, enemies, and rewards.
• Added new emote and pet collectibles.

Favors System

• Added alliance-specific daily Favor quests.
• Introduced character-based story progression across 20 quests.
• Activities include crafting, fishing, exploration, combat, and other objectives.
• Rewards include story letters and progression incentives.

Player Experience Improvements

• Added Guild Mail system.
• Guild leaders can distribute messages to members and ranks.
• Added new Transmute Stations across major cities.
• Added Path to Adventure guidance campaign for new and returning players.
• Added Hint feature for progression assistance.
• Exemplary items can now be deconstructed or sold.
• Daily quest completion cap increased from 50 to 100.
• Updated Character Select logout labeling.
• Doubled companion combat experience gains.
• Improved Vampire and Werewolf quest accessibility.
• Removed cure gold costs from Priests of Arkay.
• Increased character creation AFK timer from 5 to 15 minutes.
• Added motif source information to descriptions.

Achievements and Rewards

• Added 58 new achievements worth 1,050 achievement points.
• Added 4 new titles.
• Added 7 new dyes.
• Reorganized achievement categories for easier navigation.
• Added new Arenas, Trials, DLC Dungeons, and Recent Seasons categories.
• Retired numerous legacy achievement categories.

Collectibles

• Added Quen’s Heist Attire costume.
• Added Sheogorath’s Blessed Cheese emote.
• Added multiple furnishing rewards.
• Added Koldane Cartel motif.
• Added Alessian Rebel outfit.
• Added Shivering Isle Tomeshell pet.
• Added Rogue’s Refuge player home.
• Added Blood Scion and Werewolf skill styles.

Combat and Gameplay Fixes

• Fixed Light Attack queue issues causing animation lockups.
• Improved PvP survivability for player pets.
• Updated multiple area effects to refresh dynamically.
• Fixed monster damage bonus calculations on several item sets.
• Resolved cleanse interaction issues.
• Improved combat animations and visual effects.
• Fixed numerous Dragonknight, Warden, Necromancer, Arcanist, and other class issues.
• Added extensive Class Mastery passives for all classes.

Known Issues and PTS Feedback

• Challenge Difficulty visual and balance issues remain under investigation.
• Several Dynamic Encounter bugs are scheduled for future PTS updates.
• Guild Mail continues receiving polish and fixes.
• Tamriel Tome swapping and gold rerolls are being addressed.
• Multiple Thieves Guild quest blockers have fixes planned.
• Veterancy UI errors are being resolved.
• Several Werewolf audio, animation, icon, and passive issues remain under review.

Vengeance Campaign

• Vengeance Campaign becomes a permanent Alliance War campaign with Update 50.
• Campaigns run on a 30-day cycle.
• Supports battles featuring up to 900 players.
• Includes modified abilities, equipment setups, and campaign-specific perks.
• Players can advance their Veterancy progression while participating.

How to Join

• Open the Alliance War menu.
• Select the Campaigns tab.
• Choose Cyrodiil.
• Select the Vengeance campaign.

Campaign Rules

• Available to players between levels 10 and 50.
• Uses a special ruleset designed to improve stability and performance.
• All participants receive normalized character stats regardless of level.
• Each class uses a customized set of abilities and equipment.
• Champion Points are disabled.
• Experience, Alliance Points, Gold, and Champion Point progress are retained after leaving.
• Standard skill lines continue gaining experience while participating.
• Items marked as Vengeance-exclusive cannot leave the campaign.
• Other earned items remain available after exiting.

Character Templates and Loadouts

• Characters are converted to predefined class templates when entering the campaign.
• Templates include preset abilities, attributes, consumables, and gear.
• Players receive a campaign-specific supply backpack.
• Four unique loadouts are available.
• Loadouts modify character stats to support different battlefield roles.

Previously, a major ESO update 40 added new features, various tweaks and changes. Unfortunately, players are reporting several problems with the game. Today’s ESO version 2.85 will solve a few of these problems.

Download free ESO update 2.85 for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Xbox One.