Early game progression in The Elder Scrolls VI will involve navigating initial quests and understanding the game's core mechanics. The combat system is expected to be a re-imagined version of the Wasteland Warfare system, adapted for The Elder Scrolls. Players will likely encounter iconic characters and build armies comprising heroes and troops. The initial waves of content may focus on established conflicts, such as the Skyrim Civil War.
Early Game Progression
The early stages of The Elder Scrolls VI will introduce players to a refined combat system, which is a rewritten version of the Wasteland Warfare system. This system will likely govern interactions with enemies and the formation of player-led armies. Armies typically consist of 1-6 heroes and 3-15 troops, which can include followers or soldiers. Iconic characters such as General Tullius, Ulfric Stormcloak, Marcurio, Lydia, or Hadvar are examples of heroes players might encounter or recruit.
The game's content is planned for release in waves, each inspired by different events and characters. The first wave is confirmed to feature the Skyrim Civil War, allowing players to align with one of three factions: the Stormcloaks, the Imperial Legion, or the Dragonborne. This suggests that early game progression will involve engaging with this conflict, choosing a side, and participating in related questlines.
While the exact starting location for The Elder Scrolls VI is not yet confirmed, speculation based on geographical features in trailers suggests that High Rock and Hammerfell may not be the primary locations. The presence of mountains outside of Skyrim and northern Cyrodiil points towards Morrowind as a potential setting for early game exploration, though more evidence is needed to confirm this.
Players looking to get a head start on understanding game mechanics might consider exploring Public Test Servers (PTS) if available, similar to how the Murkmire expansion for The Elder Scrolls Online was previewed. Accessing a PTS typically involves checking a box in the game launcher settings and installing the test environment. This could provide early insights into new questlines, characters, and gameplay features before the official release.