Back in March we reported on a rumor that Bethesda would be announcing The Elder Scrolls Online MMORPG this month. As it turns out, that rumor happened to be true. Bethesda today made it official; there will be an MMORPG of The Elder Scrolls.

The Elder Scrolls Online is being developed for the PC and Mac under the leadership of industry veteran Matt Firor, who in the press release stated, “It will be extremely rewarding finally to unveil what we have been developing the last several years. The entire team is committed to creating the best MMO ever made - and one that is worthy of The Elder Scrolls franchise."

Game Informer made the initial cover reveal for their June issue, which will include a first look at the game. The Elder Scrolls Online is expected to release in 2013. Stay tuned and we’ll update you when we have more.

Sources: Game Informer, Bethesda Press Release