ZeniMax Online Studios has officially rolled out support for player-created console add-ons in The Elder Scrolls Online, though currently limited to Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 platforms. While the foundational Update 46 patch launched on June 2, the actual activation of console add-ons occurred three weeks later on June 23. This development brings console players closer to the modding experience PC users have enjoyed since the game's initial PC release in April 2014.

Set in the expansive world of Tamriel approximately 800 years before Skyrim, The Elder Scrolls Online has evolved significantly since its 2014 debut. The MMORPG recently celebrated its decade-long journey in April 2024, having transformed from its rocky launch into a thriving buy-to-play title with optional subscriptions and premium content. The introduction of console add-ons represents another milestone in the game's ongoing development.

As of the June 23 update, Xbox Series X/S and PS5 players can now browse and install community-created add-ons directly through the game's Options menu. Currently, these modifications are restricted to user interface enhancements, with ZeniMax hinting at potential expansions to this system through upcoming seasonal updates planned for 2025. The studio's new content model promises regular refreshes to the ESO experience, which may include broader mod support in future patches.

Notably absent from this update is support for previous-generation consoles (PS4 and Xbox One). While ZeniMax remains silent about potential add-on support for older systems, the development team has confirmed ongoing work toward implementing crossplay functionality across all platforms. This raises interesting questions about how mod availability might affect balance between players on different platforms, though concrete details about the crossplay implementation timeline remain undisclosed.