The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

The game is top, nice gameplay, not bad graphics, probably the best game for Steam deck that I could recommend to you!

Once you played Skyrim for the first time, there is no going back.

I don't even know how to sum up this game in a unique way. There are plenty of better games out there, but Skyrim is unique in it's freedom to do whatever you want to when you want to, and in having bugs that are more comical than they are game breaking.

You can ignore the entire main quest with no consequences and live out your dreams as a farmer. You can spend your time wandering the wilds while listening to music (just watch out for the bears). Which I would recommend as the scenery has no right to be this stunning.

The lore is easily accessible to. The story line and characters are somehow complex and basic at the same time. The side quests are engaging, and the combat is easy to learn.

There is a reason why people keep playing it a decade later.

step 1) download and install
step 2) play for a bit
step 3) install lots of mods
step 4) game crashes
step 5) uninstall
step 6) wait a few years
step 7) repeat step 1

nice open world and quests. multiple storylines and factions. but combat and AI behavior is a bit dated

After 144 hours spread over 7 years of countless new playthroughs i have finally managed to not only complete the main storyline, but the dawnguard expansion as well. How did i manage to do it this time after so many failed attempts?

Its quite simple, I took a left turn.

Instead of following the intended path after escaping Helgen and turning right into RIverwood i decided to take a left. Instead of being faced with the same story beats and dungeons that I have grown familiar with i set out on a new path, completely changing my experience with the game. Almost instantly I met a new NPC who told me off the Bards College in Solitude, I slaughtered him for his clothes and set out for Solitude on foot to join the bards. On this journey i found locations that I never had before and I could truly enjoy the scenery as i walked the roads of Skyrim.

Seing the whole game in a different light gave me the energy to push through the game until I finally managed to beat Alduin with my trusty axe wielding character Gus. In a moment where other games would have rolled the credits I was faced with only the roars of dragons and their fiery breaths I realised that all my other characters that I had made over the years weren't failures just because they hadn't reached the end of one of the games storylines, they all told their own stories, no matter how anti-climatic their ends.

I now see how it is possible for a person to spend thousands of hours in this game, you can actually become anyone and do anything like i've always heard but failed to see.

as an ending I'd like to apologise for the long and pretentious review but this game really means alot to me, and to the friends who introduced me to this beauty I would like to thank you and I hope you're well,

I was a big fan of Morrowind and Oblivion growing up and loved the Bethesda Fallouts, but somehow my interest in this game was just not there, I'm not really sure why, I think all the promotional material at the time made the game seem very grey and dull which made me disinterested. Well, if you fall in this category, just buy the game and play it, stop denying yourself one of the greatest RPGs ever made!

The gameplay, sense of exploration, questing, NPCs, dialogue, lore, aesthetic/art direction, level progression, voice acting, build variety are all as good as anything else I have played. The game allows you to really play it how you want and do quests in what order you want. I always felt like I had a variety of stuff I could do that all interested me at all points through the game. The most random side quests can spring into these epic adventures out of nowhere which really keeps you sucked in and looking for the next quest. I always felt rewarded for exploring in this game, there is just a ridiculous amount of stuff to see and do. What else is there to say, this is an example of best in genre, it is a must play, go play it.

10/10 - Perfection, absolutely ahead of its time, and sets a high bar for current day games.

legendary. still one of the best games to play. would be nice with co-op mode, after all those years i was expecting this to be added... kinda sad to roam around in single player mode... and no, im not talking about ES Online, just skyrim co-op. well what to do.

this game is the best
this game is the best
this game is the best
this game is the best
this game is the best
this game is the best

(i added a creations mod now i have no achievements, i might cry)

My childhood. I used to play it so much on my PS3 when I was a kid and now I loved it just as much on PC (with some QoL mods)

The logic in this game never fails to amuse me. You become boss of every guild, yet despite that, the other members will still make you run errands like you're still the new recruit. And NPCs will give you so much gold just for delivering something to a guy 50 meters away. The absolute funniest thing to me though is when you kill a Mage College member and then Tolfdir is like "ah yes there was an incident, wasn't there? Give me 250 gold and you're back in"

also the SHEEEEEEER NUMBER of GLITCHES... I LOVE it

10/10 would buy again (I already bought it like 3 times noooo Todd Howard how do you keep doing this)

Skyrim is the first Elder Scrolls games that I have played, but I have fond memories of being a teenager watching my friend play Morrowind back when it released for xbox. In any case, I didn't even pick this up until probably around 2016 and still didn't play much for many years. Finally, I gave it a proper chance and things clicked. I wouldn't say I 'fell in love' with the game, but it does give me magic new-world-and-game-type fuzzy vibes the pull you into the world. I definitely recommend getting a copy (you only need one but you'll end up with at least 5) and enjoying.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim a name that echoes across the vast, snow-capped peaks of gaming history. It is not merely a game; it is a phenomenon, a cultural cornerstone, and the very definition of what it means to craft an open-world RPG that transcends time. Released in 2011, Skyrim did not simply set a new standard it shattered the very mold of what games could achieve, forever altering the landscape of the medium.

This is a game that could never be made again. Not because technology has moved on, not because the industry has shifted, but because lightning like this strikes only once. The magic of Skyrim lies not just in its scope, but in the way it beckons you to live within its world. From the moment you emerge from Helgen, greeted by the towering majesty of Tamriel’s northernmost province, you are no longer just a player you are an adventurer, a Dragonborn, a legend in the making.

The open world of Skyrim remains a marvel of design, even more than a decade later. It is a land brimming with possibility: winding mountain paths that lead to untold discoveries, ancient ruins echoing with forgotten lore, and bustling towns alive with stories. Each corner of this world feels hand-crafted, each moment uniquely your own. No game has captured the essence of freedom quite like this.

And what of its legacy? Skyrim has persisted, outlasting trends, consoles, and even generations of gamers. Public opinion on Bethesda Game Studios may ebb and flow, but one truth remains immutable: they created a masterpiece that cannot be taken away, a game that has stood as a colossus for over a decade. Its influence can be felt in nearly every open-world RPG that followed, yet none have managed to surpass it.

This is a game that changed everything. Its systems of exploration, discovery, and immersion became the blueprint for an entire genre. Its impact rippled far beyond gaming, embedding itself into pop culture, with memes, mods, and music that are instantly recognizable worldwide.

The beauty of Skyrim is that it doesn’t just invite you to play it dares you to create your own story. Whether you were a stealthy assassin in the shadows, a mighty warrior wielding the Thu'um, or simply a wanderer chasing the Northern Lights, your Skyrim was uniquely yours.

This is not just a 10/10 game it is the definition of a 10/10 game. It is a testament to the power of imagination, the triumph of vision, and the enduring magic of gaming. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is not just one of the greatest games of all time it is a reminder of what gaming, at its very best, can achieve.

A legend that will stand for all time.

got a bunch of mods and now my game doesnt even open. 10/10 would buy again

A fantastic nordic fantasy completely corroded by the classic, outdated, poor Bethesda formula. That's it.

This game will forever have unlimited replay value for me. I used to pirate this game back in the day, I finally bought it because i have some spare money with me. It didn't disappoint me, the game is so really good and it feels like i didn't waste my money lol. I love the Elder Scrolls Series. I hope The Elder Scrolls VI wouldn't disappoint me.

There's an itch from now and then when you just have to download this and replay it. That is both worrying and nice at the same time

When i first started playing this game, i was not able to understand the events that were happening in Helgen and got bored and stopped playing. However, i gave this game a chance and again started playing after few months and decided to at least complete the events in Helgen. I still remember the sight, music and the ambience, when my player character first emerged out of Helgen caves and into the open world of Skyrim. I still remember running with Ralof to Riverwood and talking to Gerdur and then running straight to Whiterun to meet the Jarl and inform him about the dragon.

After that i modded the game and achieved many milestones in the game. However, still my most favourite task is running from the Helgen cave entrance to Riverwood and to Whiterun gates and return to Helgen caves entrance. I do it both during day and night time.

Also, i have no follower beyond Lydia.

I've kept replaying Skyrim since it first came out, still haven't finished the game :) So much to do and try and explore, a classic for sure!

you can play the game vanilla for many years without running out of things to do and with mods you can get godzilla wearing slides shooting my little pony with a minigun top tier game by far would recommend

Love this game. It's one of my all-time-faves but Anniversary Edition sucks. Don't buy the upgrade. The Legendary Edition standalone will do great.

Skyrim: Special Anniversary Wedding Birthday Ceremony of the Halloween Fall Festival of Spring Edition.


This upgrade features new graphical improvements to three pixels on the left buttock of Jarl Balgruuf

Sniffer Rating: 10/10

Love this game, but recommend installing mods. Without there is some small bugs that make the game less enjoyable. When modded, it adds many features and more details for characters that make it more enjoyable. AKA Kaidan 2 ;)

Skyrim is the ultimate ‘I’ll just do one more quest’ simulator—six hours later, I’m a vampire with a full inventory and zero idea what I was supposed to be doing. 10/10, would get distracted by a chicken again.

-Spends more time on nexus mods than ingame
-Hates nexus and deletes mod files
-Play for a few hours w/ no mods
-Watch a cool mod video
-Repeat
10/10 would delete mod folder again

Skyrim: where you can transform from a stealthy assassin to a powerful mage to a clumsy blacksmith before lunch. It's the game where massive dragons are basically just a minor annoyance, but accidentally picking up a random cabbage mid-battle feels like an absolute disaster. The NPCs have the memory retention of a goldfish - you could literally Fus Ro Dah someone off a cliff, and they'll still welcome you with a cheerful "Hello!" five minutes later.
Ever wanted to spend hours wandering through identical-looking caves, only to realize you're in completely the wrong place? Skyrim's got you covered. 11/10, would definitely steal sweet rolls again.

Skyrim is THE open world RPG. It kinda defines the genre along side the Fallout Series.

I've played Skyrim for years and own it on many different platforms. This is my absolute favorite game and I reccommend it to everyone!

Love the game and with recent QoL updates makes the game easier to mod.,

ko niist tounge rok dovahkiin, dovahkiin, Fus Ro Dah 70 omaar ahrk pah kurahivend drehlaan ahrk zu'u nunon ofaal daar kred hen sul vod.

The best in my opinion open world game. Skyrim has an amazing story, dragons and epic monsters, if you love playing fantasy games I would 100% say buy skyrim.

Honestly can't count how many new games I've started of this over the years. Just started another one. Feels like coming home!

epic game for the RPG lover with hundreds of quests, dialogue options, customizable weapons and gear and magic spells to choose from!

1) start a new game
2) get face blasted by a dragon
3) escaped Helgen
4) Arrived to Whiterun
5) Dragon attacks again
6) I die mulipe times trying to kill it.
10/10 game

sometimes i forget just how old this game is. who cares- it holds a special place in my heart.

Things i dislike about Skyrim:
• The game is shit
• The melee combat is dogshit
• The magic combat is dogshit
• People get drawn to bows and illusion magic because it can skip combat with instant kills
• The Quest are Dogshit
• The Story doesnt really makes sense if you think for longer than 10 seconds
• The NPC dialogue is dogshit

Things i like about Skyrim:
• Exploring the world on horseback

While it is an older game, It's still very fun to play and very immersive. Has probably the largest modding community out there as to take it the next level

I enjoyed playing a conjurer build on a expert difficulty play through, despite the various bugs weather its quests or what, they are easily solved by the console commands. there's so much to do in this game!. i suggested the game to my ex- girlfriend & right away she developed a meth addiction after having 925 hours of play time!

the amount of mods and the modding community have truly made this a game with limitless direction and potential. want to be a lich? go for it. want to own your own fiefdom? sure. want to collect everything like a goblin and store it with a specified display? absolutely

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is more than just a game; it’s an unforgettable journey into a vast, living world where every mountain peak and shadowed valley holds a story waiting to be discovered. Bethesda’s masterpiece captures the essence of open-world RPGs, offering players an unparalleled sense of freedom and immersion.

From the moment you step into the snowy tundras of Skyrim, you’re met with breathtaking landscapes that shift from rugged mountains to dense forests and ancient ruins. Each region feels distinct, brimming with lore and history that beckon exploration. The game’s dynamic weather and ambient soundtrack perfectly complement the setting, creating a world that feels alive and ever-changing.

What truly sets Skyrim apart is its ability to make you the architect of your own story. Whether you choose to be a noble hero, a cunning thief, or a reclusive mage, the world adapts to your decisions. Factions like the Companions, Thieves Guild, and Dark Brotherhood offer deep, branching storylines that make every choice feel impactful. Even seemingly minor side quests often reveal rich narratives that rival the main storyline.

The combat system, while not revolutionary, is diverse and satisfying, allowing players to wield swords, bows, magic, or a combination of all three. The introduction of dragon shouts adds a layer of power and strategy, making each encounter with the fearsome dragons exhilarating. However, it's not just about combat—Skyrim’s true magic lies in its quiet moments: watching the aurora borealis dance across the night sky, listening to a bard’s song in a cozy inn, or uncovering ancient secrets in forgotten tombs.

Despite its occasional technical quirks, Skyrim remains a monumental achievement in gaming. It’s a world that feels as if it exists beyond your presence, where every NPC, creature, and landscape has a purpose. Skyrim isn’t just a game you play; it’s a world you live in. Its legacy endures because it offers something rare: the chance to lose yourself in a world of endless possibilities. For many, it’s not just a game—it’s a second home.

the latest and greatest game in the elder scrolls series. I don't even think that I'll play the TES6 game. You can't just make a game 15 years, it's not going to be worth it.

What is there to say. This one is a classic and sometimes it's a great one to get back to. I can go years without playing this and feel like i'm playing a brand new game every time I get the need for some nostalgia. The gameplay and open world allow you to make a tremendous amount of choices. All of which alter the way your game will be played. The skill tree in my opinion is top tier, and with the ability to reset your skills on the tree as legendary skills, giving you the ability to level up until you have maxed each skill tree out, it gives you something more to work toward than just the end game.

If you're a fan of other elder scroll games like Morrowind or Oblivion.... You probably won't like this game.
you cannot make distinct characters, all characters are the same, they just simply get different perks as you level up.

Many abilities/skills are removed from this game.
There is no fantasy setting (admittedly like Oblivion), just "medieval nord"

The gaming equivalent of a warm blanket. Come back for a few hours every winter. Thousands of hours over multiple consoles and PC.

Todd Howard is a beautiful man, and has created a perfect game with ZERO bugs, ZERO glitches, and SOME OF THE BEST ragdolls I've seen, there is absolutely no way that this game is flawed.

Love to spend hours in a beautiful world that even now to this day in 2024 this game is still more than great!

Last time I played was on the Xbox 360. Loading times don't even exist. I don't really notice the remastered graphics, but still the best RPG to ever exist.

it's skryim, what are you reading reviews for? what rock did you crawl out from under to need to check reviews of one of the most critically acclaimed games of all time. sure it's bugged to all hell but it's still a wonderful timeless experience, play this game if you haven't you big silly gamer

I put NO to recommended because the evil people at Bethesda don't like it when you mod their OLD games. So, they shove NEW updates on an OLD game down your throat to make your mods unusable. This is EVIL! I have a high-end PC that can handle the mods in game. So, why do they keep updating an OLD game? There are a lot of mods out there that make the game more user friendly, MUCH better looking, and even better character enhancements. Their low-end vanilla version is UGLY, crashes all the time and has no character enhancements. This is so they can sell their OLD garbage game to low-end users that generally don't play much and really don't care about the game at all. But what does this matter to them? The got the $$ they were looking for and really don't care one bit what you think about it. It's always about the money (Die Hard).

---{ Graphics }---
☐ You forget what reality is
☐ Beautiful
☑ Good
☐ Decent
☐ Bad
☐ Don‘t look too long at it
☐ MS-DOS

---{ Gameplay }---
☐ Very good
☑ Good
☐ It's just gameplay
☐ Mehh
☐ Watch paint dry instead
☐ Just don't

---{ Audio }---
☐ Eargasm
☑ Very good
☐ Good
☐ Not too bad
☐ Bad
☐ I'm now deaf

---{ PC Requirements }---
☐ Check if you can run paint
☑ Potato
☐ Decent
☐ Fast (if you put ultra settings)
☐ Rich boi
☐ Ask NASA if they have a spare computer

---{ Difficulty }---
☐ Just press 'W'
☐ Easy
☐ Easy to learn / Hard to master
☑ Significant brain usage
☐ Difficult
☐ Dark Souls

---{ Grind }---
☑ Nothing to grind
☐ Only if u care about leaderboards/ranks
☐ Isn't necessary to progress
☐ Average grind level
☐ Too much grind
☐ You'll need a second live for grinding

---{ Story / Mission }---
☐ No Story
☐ Some lore
☐ Average
☐ Good
☑ Lovely
☐ It'll replace your life

---{ Game Time }---
☐ Long enough for a cup of coffee
☐ Short
☐ Average
☐ Long
☑ To infinity and beyond

---{ Price }---
☐ It's free!
☑ Worth the price
☐ If it's on sale
☐ If u have some spare money left
☐ Not recommended
☐ You could also just burn your money

---{ Bugs }---
☐ Never heard of
☑ Minor bugs
☐ Can get annoying
☐ ARK: Survival Evolved
☐ The game itself is a big terrarium for bugs

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Hands down one of the best games of all time. 10+ years of gameplay, countless hours, and infinite fun. You'll never get bored if you know what you're doing. Skyrim is an absolute GEM of a game

Classic RPG. Outstanding open world. Fascinating story and quests