



This is one of the reasons why the series has received praise from critics. The games start with the player creating their character, and from there the world opens up to them with nearly endless possibilities. The Elder Scrolls places a large emphasis on player customization, freedom, and the ability to do almost anything you want and be whoever you want. Despite the mockery, Bethesda went on to create one of the most beloved RPG series around that redefined open-world gameplay and player choice. At the time, Bethesda Softworks was mainly a sports game studio and as a result they were laughed at when the idea for an action-RPG game came up. The history of the Elder Scrolls series can be traced back to the earlier '90s when development on the first game, The Elder Scrolls: Arena began. Overview Every game in the Elder Scrolls series takes place in a different part of the continent of Tamriel.
