ESO Recommended Settings Guide

Core Rule

Do not stand in stupid

  • Green = smart
  • Red = stupid

Combat Cues

Settings → Gameplay → Combat

Turn ON:

  • Combat Cues
  • Custom Colours

Set your colours:

  • Friendly

    • 1 Colour = Green; 2 Brightnes = full

  • Enemy

    • 1 Colour = Red; 2 Brightnes = full

This allows instant decision making in fights.

Quick Cast Ground Abilities

Set to On Helps speed up your rotation for abilities like Healing Springs, Spear Shards, Caltrops and Volley.

Camera

Settings → Camera Field of View: Maximum Third Person Offset: Maximum

You cannot avoid mechanics you cannot see.

Final Advice

Most deaths are caused by visibility issues, not difficulty. Configure the UI so danger is obvious instantly.