The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

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7.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 1137 Ratings

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  1. okamimiyazaki
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    Huge improvement over the PS3 version. The negative reviews are mostly people who are complaining about the steep price (they haven't even played it) or are comparing it to PC.

    This version has added a lot for the Sony crowd (mod support, albeit limited; improved sound; improved graphics; better performance; etc) It's a great buy for a first-time Skyrim player, probably not worth $60    Huge improvement over the PS3 version. The negative reviews are mostly people who are complaining about the steep price (they haven't even played it) or are comparing it to PC.

    This version has added a lot for the Sony crowd (mod support, albeit limited; improved sound; improved graphics; better performance; etc) It's a great buy for a first-time Skyrim player, probably not worth $60 for someone coming back to the game again, but wait for a price drop and it will be worth it. This is what Skyrim for console should have been the first time it was released - but better late than never I suppose.    … Expand
  2. vcca15
    Oct 31, 2016
    10
    I loved Skyrim when I originally bought it, beat it but never played the DLC's. I wasn't going to re-buy it, didnt have anything going on this weekend, ended up buying it and had a absolute BLAST. Loved being back in Skyrim with the new graphics. They arent the best part though, along with getting to play the DLC, the LOADING TIMES ARE CUT AT LEAST IN HALF, HALLELUJAH LOL
  3. Nathaniel_Cage
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Great story and well portrayed characters made me play this game for 100+ hours. Definitely will play this game again in the future!
  4. trollkiller
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    How to rate a game that is a remaster of a game that is a gaming icon like GTA5?

    Simple, if you havent played it--and enjoy RPGs--BUY IT and plan to spend 100+ hours immersed in one of the seminal games of our generation. If you HAVE completed it then you know exactly whether to buy this version or not.. As for me, I am loving losing another 100+ hours of my life to the world of    How to rate a game that is a remaster of a game that is a gaming icon like GTA5?

    Simple, if you havent played it--and enjoy RPGs--BUY IT and plan to spend 100+ hours immersed in one of the seminal games of our generation.

    If you HAVE completed it then you know exactly whether to buy this version or not..

    As for me, I am loving losing another 100+ hours of my life to the world of Skyrim Enhanced    … Expand
  5. paddystudmuffin
    Jan 1, 2017
    10
    A remaster of one of the best games ever what's not too like. I'm playing it all over again and I love it. One for the collection. Keep up the great work Bethesda!
  6. NikolayG
    May 27, 2017
    10
    There is no better, more addictive, RPG than Skyrim; it provides a sense of adventure and constant discovery, with something interesting always just around the next corner. This version is the best console version. First person or third person. Real-time combat. Skyrim provides a grand open world full of dungeons and towns and cities - a large overarching series of quests make up the mainThere is no better, more addictive, RPG than Skyrim; it provides a sense of adventure and constant discovery, with something interesting always just around the next corner. This version is the best console version. First person or third person. Real-time combat. Skyrim provides a grand open world full of dungeons and towns and cities - a large overarching series of quests make up the main story, but there are scores of side quests all over the place. But that's only the beginning of the game because the PS4 version makes adding user made mods simple, which enables you to alter the graphics, add items, change game-play, and add tons of quests, and also to remove whatever you added very easily. You want to level up more slowly? There's a mode for that. More quickly? There's a mod for that. Want there to be more animals? More creatures? Mammoths not tough enough for your taste? Do you think weaker animals should have the brains not to challenge you? There's a mod for all of these things and hundreds more. Buying Skyrim is a no brainer.… Expand
  7. Umbrella-17
    May 25, 2017
    10
    This is review is mainly based on the Original Skyrim here you have an amazing Game that's is beyond time in a way with a lots of content an amazing breathing living world with his flaws and bugs/glitch proper to Bethesda games and the fact that they didn't fix any of them is a little lazy but still the game is really worth it if you have not played it when it originally release. ButThis is review is mainly based on the Original Skyrim here you have an amazing Game that's is beyond time in a way with a lots of content an amazing breathing living world with his flaws and bugs/glitch proper to Bethesda games and the fact that they didn't fix any of them is a little lazy but still the game is really worth it if you have not played it when it originally release. But if you already played the original then its not that great the graphic have been slightly upgraded.… Expand
  8. SpawnCap
    Nov 1, 2016
    10
    Very worth it. I have played over 1000 hours across PS3, Xbox 360, and PC. On PC (i5 2500/HD7950/8GB) this game wouldn't even run if I had loaded mods making it look like this version.

    Now I have a PS4 version that looks better than my PC version, and looks the same as my PC version if I am running the SE version on PC (which I also obviously have. Also, FINALLY a stable version of    Very worth it. I have played over 1000 hours across PS3, Xbox 360, and PC. On PC (i5 2500/HD7950/8GB) this game wouldn't even run if I had loaded mods making it look like this version.

    Now I have a PS4 version that looks better than my PC version, and looks the same as my PC version if I am running the SE version on PC (which I also obviously have.

    Also, FINALLY a stable version of Skyrim on console at last!    … Expand
  9. Big_Bear
    Nov 7, 2016
    10
    Some truly hilarious review on here. Giving one of the greatest RPG's of all time a low score is just stupid; there isn't a single negative review with any hint of logic or sense about it.

    Skyrim is still an amazing game, as there still isn't any other fantasy RPG that has come close to it since it's 2011 release. Now in a new and improved format, it remains King of RPG's. Better than    Some truly hilarious review on here. Giving one of the greatest RPG's of all time a low score is just stupid; there isn't a single negative review with any hint of logic or sense about it.

    Skyrim is still an amazing game, as there still isn't any other fantasy RPG that has come close to it since it's 2011 release. Now in a new and improved format, it remains King of RPG's. Better than the Witcher 3, better than Fallout 4, it's an amazing game.

    Good - It's more of what is great about Skyrim, but now with much better visuals and Mod support to potentially greatly extend the already sizeable game. If you are like me, primarily a console player, you will be very pleased with the PS4 mods available. Personally I never thought it would happen in a million years. Since starting a new character I have installed around 10 mods, ranging from fixing little annoyances to adding new content, they're great.

    Bad - Full price is a bit much but just about worth it. The worst things about Skyrim remain to this day as most are part of the fabric of the game design. The factions are far, far too basic, particularly the Companions and Mages Guild - there simply isn't enough to do with them, especially after taking charge.

    One of the strangest/worst design decisions is the inability to simply edit your characters appearance at any time. Yes you can go and do it in the Ratway, but devs should realise that we should be able to do it from a menu at absolutely any time we want.

    Verdict - If you are a fan and have the PS3 version, BUY IT. If you've never played it but want to play probably the best ever fantasy RPG, BUY IT. While you're waiting for it to download, read some of the hilarious negative reviews and laugh at how stupid people can be. 10/10    … Expand
  10. europepro
    May 5, 2020
    10
    Para mí es un juego de 10 ....cada año qué pasa , me hace meter más en su universo .
    Comencé no entendiéndolo , venía de juegos rápidos y online , para las primeras veces , pero el tiempo pasó y me hizo reflexionar y mucho.
    Creo que es una enciclopedia en el mundo de los videojuegos ....es ese juego que cada céntimo que gastes te lo va a devolver ....y ni hablar de si le pones mods , esto    Para mí es un juego de 10 ....cada año qué pasa , me hace meter más en su universo .
    Comencé no entendiéndolo , venía de juegos rápidos y online , para las primeras veces , pero el tiempo pasó y me hizo reflexionar y mucho.
    Creo que es una enciclopedia en el mundo de los videojuegos ....es ese juego que cada céntimo que gastes te lo va a devolver ....y ni hablar de si le pones mods , esto le cambia totalmente la jugabilidad .    … Expand
  11. Sammyy06
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    Awesome game, still the good old Skyrim with better graphics, better performance and the ability to use mod. Also, just the ability to play on a PS4 is great.
  12. x6po6go6x
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    This is the best "console" version of one of the greatest open world RPG's ever. What else needs to be said? It's an amazing game with an insane amount of content. And now console users are gaining access to mods as well. This is imo, an important step in console gaming. As a PC user I would like to apologize for all of the jaded "Supreme master race" PC users who are gonna talk crap.This is the best "console" version of one of the greatest open world RPG's ever. What else needs to be said? It's an amazing game with an insane amount of content. And now console users are gaining access to mods as well. This is imo, an important step in console gaming. As a PC user I would like to apologize for all of the jaded "Supreme master race" PC users who are gonna talk crap. We've been playing modded Skyrim for years and while it's true that the Special Edition doesn't offer anything new to PC users, it's free for anyone who already owns the content included in this version of the game. So there is absolutely no reason for PC users to be spreading any negativity about this remaster. For console users this is an amazing value and certainly worth it.… Expand
  13. mrtrecool7
    Nov 29, 2016
    10
    I bought this years back for the 360 and never played it. So I decided to buy it again for the PS4 and I'm loving every minute of this game. I see alot of people saying 'its a bad remaster' 'the graphics are horrible'. But who really cares about graphics? The quests are so fun and I just love it. There is a reason why Skyrim won over 200 game award people. Just keep playing. Trust me.
  14. trevor1981
    Oct 31, 2016
    10
    I'm truly surprised at the low rating this game has. I had played it on pc and started playing this PS4 edition yesterday. The picture looks decent, the sound is amazing. After spending 3-4 hours playing, I'm sure I would want this game to never end. It feels like the first time. So I highly recommend to buy this game.
  15. Eduarfin
    Jan 2, 2017
    10
    Quem dera fosse a primeira vez jogando esta obra prima. Se nao jogaste, nem pense duas vezes. Até hoje nenhum jogo foi tao imersivo quanto este, gostaria que nao fosse assim, mas se depender das atuais franquias tamo fudido.
  16. SvenRogueKnight
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    A better graphic engines, mod supports like Fallout 4, it remain the old Skyrim's storyline and this game is still one of the best RPG game currently selling.
  17. live4speed
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    If you played the original Skyrim on PS3 or X360 I highly recommend this game! The graphics improvements are great but it also runs ALOT smoother and load times are almost gone. Plus you can now mod the game. There are still some bugs but most of them have workarounds by now. Overall a great game with a lot more polish. 200+ hours of gameplay is easy on this title especially with all theIf you played the original Skyrim on PS3 or X360 I highly recommend this game! The graphics improvements are great but it also runs ALOT smoother and load times are almost gone. Plus you can now mod the game. There are still some bugs but most of them have workarounds by now. Overall a great game with a lot more polish. 200+ hours of gameplay is easy on this title especially with all the DLC included. (Dragonborn and Dawnguard were both great!) Cant speak to PC version.… Expand
  18. TheSpideyReview
    Dec 25, 2017
    10
    A fun, open-world game that gives the player so much freedom, so much. There are even dragons, DRAGONS THAT WE CAN RIDE!!! There are some bugs, but it's only because of your freedom. There's freedom in your fighting, choices in story, and even how you travel. So much freedom and choices.
  19. Realist_gamer
    Nov 7, 2016
    10
    I didn't think playing this game would be so fun and exciting.Much much better than Witcher 3 that always exceeds the violence and nudity-showing limits;on the contrary this game is just so cool and controlled.it's gameplay elements are very similar to fallout series;and it's reason is obvious.same team,same ideas.Hadn't played the non-special version and can't say much about graphicalI didn't think playing this game would be so fun and exciting.Much much better than Witcher 3 that always exceeds the violence and nudity-showing limits;on the contrary this game is just so cool and controlled.it's gameplay elements are very similar to fallout series;and it's reason is obvious.same team,same ideas.Hadn't played the non-special version and can't say much about graphical changes and compare the original version to special one.But I can admit that I was amazed by this game.really regret not playing it some years ago.… Expand
  20. GamingNation2K
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    Beautiful game on the ps4 wow im so happy atm. its nothing like the garbage ps3 version. BUY IT ITS WONDERFULL. I was stacking books on a shelf in my house in Whiterun, one of Skyrim's major cities, when I noticed a weapon rack right beside it. I set a sacrificial dagger in one slot, an Orcish mace in the other. They were on display for nobody but me and my computer-controlled housecarl,Beautiful game on the ps4 wow im so happy atm. its nothing like the garbage ps3 version. BUY IT ITS WONDERFULL. I was stacking books on a shelf in my house in Whiterun, one of Skyrim's major cities, when I noticed a weapon rack right beside it. I set a sacrificial dagger in one slot, an Orcish mace in the other. They were on display for nobody but me and my computer-controlled housecarl, Lydia, who sat at a table patiently waiting for me to ask her to go questing. The chest upstairs was reserved for excess weapons and armor, the bedside table for smithing ingots and ores, the one next to the Alchemy table for ingredients. I'd meticulously organized my owned virtual property not because I had to, but because tending to the minutia of domestic life is a comforting break from dealing with screaming frost trolls, dragons, a civil war, and job assignments that never seem to go as planned. It's even a sensible thing to do; a seemingly natural component of every day existence in Skyrim, one of the most fully-realized, easily enjoyable, and utterly engrossing role-playing games ever made.… Expand
  21. johnnydgood
    Oct 28, 2016
    10
    Thank God Skyrim is back! Yes, the same old game I've spent hundreds of hours in but this time available on my PS4. If you're expecting something new, this is not your game. If you, just like me, are looking forward to another hundreds of hours creating epic characters, smashing skulls or sneaking around the living and the dead, this is again your game. It looks amazing and it plays evenThank God Skyrim is back! Yes, the same old game I've spent hundreds of hours in but this time available on my PS4. If you're expecting something new, this is not your game. If you, just like me, are looking forward to another hundreds of hours creating epic characters, smashing skulls or sneaking around the living and the dead, this is again your game. It looks amazing and it plays even better. Forget all the newcomers. The disappointments and the wannabes, this is Skyrim and it's here to stay!… Expand
  22. Vildesteketchup
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    No, no and no to all the critics. Its hugely improved compared to the ps3 version and is also better than the pc version - as i have both. Totally wonderfull, exciting game - one of the best ever - and there is a huge new feeling, like being the present in a sometimes almost breathtaking beautyfull and excting world. I dont think its just one cent too expensive. Its a must have. The bestNo, no and no to all the critics. Its hugely improved compared to the ps3 version and is also better than the pc version - as i have both. Totally wonderfull, exciting game - one of the best ever - and there is a huge new feeling, like being the present in a sometimes almost breathtaking beautyfull and excting world. I dont think its just one cent too expensive. Its a must have. The best game ever (many think it is) looking better than ever. There are a few places, like a rock or edge of grass which is still from the old version, but very few. As it is here, definately the best game available, because it already was the best game, now with very enhanced graphics - both in details and 3d feeling - and also in sound. there are games with a better graphic, like the new Battlefield 1, but its not many. There is absolutely a cinamatic feeling in the new PS4 version. Come on to the whiners:) - a huge game like that would be almost impossible to make quite in the BF quality regarding graphics and u know it. Buy it - and i'm not Bethesda employee:) U wont be disappointed… Expand
  23. neonatodstrllr
    Oct 29, 2016
    10
    Skyrim Special Edition is a love letter from Bethesda to fans of the game. Yes, it is a 6 years old game, and yes this is yet another remaster for PS4, but TBH, I spent 100+ Hours on the original version, and I pirated it for PC, given that I didnt pay for that one, Im more than happy to pay 60usd for this one, even when I already have played through it. For returning fans like me, its upSkyrim Special Edition is a love letter from Bethesda to fans of the game. Yes, it is a 6 years old game, and yes this is yet another remaster for PS4, but TBH, I spent 100+ Hours on the original version, and I pirated it for PC, given that I didnt pay for that one, Im more than happy to pay 60usd for this one, even when I already have played through it. For returning fans like me, its up to you if this game is worth the price, opinions are quite divided here. I think it is.

    FOR NEWCOMERS: This is the best RPG out there, it has insane amounts of content unlike most AAA games nowadays.

    CONTENT: This game is up there with The Witcher 3 and GTA V in terms of content. And it is good content. Every quest has its own little story, and you can do everything from getting married, joining covenants to killing dragons or exploring dungeons.

    GRAPHICS: A little lackluster for todays standards, but the adition of some lighting engines and nice little enhancements, combined with the beautiful open world make for some amazing views when outside. Graphics look the worse when indoors but even then it is nothing unplayable.

    GAMEPLAY: Combat is nothing to run home about, its not an Arkham game, however it is good enough to be fun. Several weapon classes and variation in spells, in adition to the awesome VOICE powers make for some really cool combinations, and offer everyone a way to fight like they want to. Be a mage, be a swordsman, be both. You can choose.

    OVERALL: This game is a 10/10. If you havent played it and only have a console, making it impossible for you to pirate it on PC and play with 8K textures at 120fps, go buy it. It is more than worth it. If you have a PC capable of running the awesome mods that the community has created, go pirate/buy it there instead.    … Expand
  24. dgboweniii
    Nov 3, 2016
    10
    I don't know why anyone would complain. I'm a PC player and my "vanillia" skyrim does look better with the incredible mods the community has delivered.... but who cares? Skyrim i awesome and this gives me a reason to play it for a 4th time. Buy it.
  25. amnhhg
    Nov 23, 2016
    10
    THIS GAME IS PERFECTION. If you have played the original from PS3 and just want more its great with mods. THIS IS NOT PC. For PS4 its great. Mods enhance it
  26. Tallulah
    Nov 29, 2016
    10
    Skyrim was my first Elder Scrolls and I immediately became a fan for life.
    The game is nigh perfect. My only complaint, which is always my complaint, is I wish there was more character development and story. I want characters to matter. I want to care about them.
    Serana in Dawnguard was what I want from all main NPCs, but even she wasn't enough. Sadly, this is just how sandbox games    Skyrim was my first Elder Scrolls and I immediately became a fan for life.
    The game is nigh perfect. My only complaint, which is always my complaint, is I wish there was more character development and story. I want characters to matter. I want to care about them.
    Serana in Dawnguard was what I want from all main NPCs, but even she wasn't enough.
    Sadly, this is just how sandbox games are.
    Skyrim is as close to perfect as you can get.
    As for bugs and glitches. I don't care. I played this on PS3 and only had a few very minor issues.    … Expand
  27. Gamesearcher1
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    When has an open world ever felt so open-ended, packed with content and also so fun? Skyrim is a beautiful amalgamation of these things. The open world is one of the main aspects of the game. As soon as your first mission ends, you can just roam around at your leisure. And what damn fun it is to explore the world. From the snowy peaks of a mountain, to the icky, spider-infested swamps, toWhen has an open world ever felt so open-ended, packed with content and also so fun? Skyrim is a beautiful amalgamation of these things. The open world is one of the main aspects of the game. As soon as your first mission ends, you can just roam around at your leisure. And what damn fun it is to explore the world. From the snowy peaks of a mountain, to the icky, spider-infested swamps, to an ancient, underground city built by a race thought to be extinct. There is nothing to complain about the world of Skyrim, apart from the reliance of fast travel, which is a problem faced by almost every open-world game, but it’s estentuated by the fact that, unless enemies are nearby, you’re falling or inside a building, you can always fast travel, with nothing stopping you. Back to positives, every location and side-quest has a backstory, that can be accessed by one of the hundreds of books. On the topic of quests, they’re another thing Skyrim nails on the head. The sheer quantity of quests is mind-boggling, and, yes, you do find rand, miscellaneous fetch quests. But everything not listed under the Misc. tab is extremely solid. The main questline is about you, the sacred Dragonborn, a brother to dragons, bringing down the harbinger of the end times, the world eater, Alduin. And I’m just going to say, the final boss fight is extremely disappointing. It’s just a normal, re-skinned enemy, but this time you have three people assisting you. There are also guild questlines, which conclude much smoother than the main campaign, but it faces a problem this game has; it tries to make you feel like a chosen one. This does detract from the experience as a victory feels more given than earnt. The game also has slightly sloppy combat, with swordplay feeling weightless most of the time. Also the necessity of a bow to stand a chance against a dragon, before Dragonrend, is slightly annoying, although Archery was one of my favourite methods of combat. Magic was also varied, and I fondly remember looking up how to find new spells, and the journeys that I took the find them. While I found schools such Illusion to be useless to me personally, I can see the true appeal in it. Shouts are a new concept that are well-implemented, and bring brand new things to do, and Fus-Ro-Dahing a poor goat off the Throat of the World will never be boring. The game also looks quite nice for a seventh-generation open-world game, and I still have an extremely fond memory of exploring the outside of Winterhold, Masser and Secunda high in the sky, an aurora floating in the sky, and me fighting off a frost troll. Those gaming memories never leave you. The music, composed by Jeremey Soule is a fine example of how a calm soundtrack is made, with a bombastic main theme, which a masterful rendition of Morrowind’s. Oh, and it’s by Bethesda. Which means that this game contains more bugs than the Amazon. From horses that manage to climb 90 degree, vertical slopes to characters not showing up until you wait an in-game hour, this game has it all. And while Sony didn’t really like the idea of large mods, smaller ones that greatly tweak the game are there. And now we get to the end. This game is one that will be remembered for decades, or until the next Elder Scrolls game releases, and everyone disses Skyrim as trash. Either way, it will still always remain on my list for its beautiful world, its memorable characters and quests and elegant soundtrack.… Expand
  28. AustiB_10
    Mar 16, 2017
    10
    Having not played Skyrim when it came out on PS3/XB360 back in 2011, I know nothing about the quality of the remaster. I am not giving a 10 based on how well the graphics were updated or the bugs were fixed, I am giving the game itself a 10. I know i should probably be writing this on the PS3 version so as not to confuse anyone, but this is the game I played, so this is the game I amHaving not played Skyrim when it came out on PS3/XB360 back in 2011, I know nothing about the quality of the remaster. I am not giving a 10 based on how well the graphics were updated or the bugs were fixed, I am giving the game itself a 10. I know i should probably be writing this on the PS3 version so as not to confuse anyone, but this is the game I played, so this is the game I am writing this for. The remaster may not be all that great based on what I've seen, but Skyrim deserves a 10. If you have never played Skyrim or any of the other Elder Scrolls games, I strongly suggest picking this up; it well earns the money Bethesda asks of you. Again, I don't know how well the remaster is, but as a game, Skyrim is one of the best out there.… Expand
  29. Benonline27
    Jul 29, 2020
    10
    Best game ever made in both visuals and soundtrack, gameplay and quests are more of a downgrade from oblivion but the main story is way better than oblivions, characters are good, but not fallout new vegas level amazing, the only characters that are very deep are serana, paarthunax, jarl balgruuf, the jarl of windhelm (forgot his name), cysero and kodlak, the rest are mostly goodBest game ever made in both visuals and soundtrack, gameplay and quests are more of a downgrade from oblivion but the main story is way better than oblivions, characters are good, but not fallout new vegas level amazing, the only characters that are very deep are serana, paarthunax, jarl balgruuf, the jarl of windhelm (forgot his name), cysero and kodlak, the rest are mostly good characters but don't have a story to share, combat is a massive improvement on oblivion and in general is really good, the graphics aren't amazing but the visuals again, are breathtakingly amazing, the soundtrack is the best I have ever seen out of any game, and the side quests are really fun and generally give a worthwhile reward, skill system is really well done, but not challenging enough, it is really easy to level up skills and the thief tree as a whole is extremely easy to level up on, there is a wide arrange of playstyles, from a two-handed weapon warrior to a sneaky stealth Archer, overall the game is a beautiful masterpiece and I highly recommend it, dlc is amazing to (best is Dawn guard dlc)… Expand
  30. maki12345
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    nice job Bethesda .Good game not the best but stil good for the switch and nintendo and its 3d party.Hope you do more titles in the future on the switch.
  31. SortOfCritic
    Dec 29, 2017
    10
    This truly is a game you need to experience. It may be older now, and it does have glitches that could render some missions unplayable, but it is still the best RPG on the market. This game establishes its own world, a huge world, the huge world. Its still a game all RPGs compare themselves to, people compare The Witcher 3 to a game made in 2011. There is a reason for this, buy this gameThis truly is a game you need to experience. It may be older now, and it does have glitches that could render some missions unplayable, but it is still the best RPG on the market. This game establishes its own world, a huge world, the huge world. Its still a game all RPGs compare themselves to, people compare The Witcher 3 to a game made in 2011. There is a reason for this, buy this game if you haven't already. At its core it is a flawed game, but the experience makes it one of my favorite games ever… Expand
  32. zodak
    Aug 26, 2023
    10
    skyrim bleibt einfach episch. diese unendliche freiheit bei der charaktererstellung, die lore und alles was es zu entdecken gibt, bleibt für mich einfach unerreicht.
  33. MattTGM
    Aug 3, 2018
    10
    It's the same amazing game, but with nicely improved graphics, less glitches, mods on consoles(to an extent), and thankfully, far shorter loading screens. Completely worth it
  34. Marcelo_Furtado
    Sep 5, 2018
    10
    One of my favorite games of all times and centainly the best of its generation. Graphics could be a little better though, since it's remastered
  35. Klitte
    Jan 24, 2020
    10
    A timeless masterpiece. Skyrim changed the way I view open world games. A wonderful world to explore and a beautiful soundtrack to back it up. Still holding it’s own.
  36. bobpotato
    Jan 9, 2019
    10
    It's another great Bethesda game. I played it on the Ps3 i played it on the Pc and i played it on the Ps4.
    And with all 3 Version i have fun.
  37. Matthii
    Sep 12, 2020
    10
    Skyrim is by far one of the best rpg ever made. My favorite game of all time!
  38. PauloPakinga
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    One of the best games ever made
    The side quests are so much fun i forgot what the actual story line is.
  39. kankanbow
    Jun 30, 2020
    10
    One of my favorite game you can play as any job or role play as anyone. hope TES6 will be better
  40. Yami_Wind
    Nov 10, 2019
    10
    Одна из лучших игр человечества. Эталон рпг и песочницы, который актуален даже 8 лет спустя после выхода оригинальной версии игры. Bethesda делает шедевры, а Тодд Говард - гений.
  41. LilRainboWasabi
    Mar 28, 2020
    10
    Лучшая игра в истории человечества ! Аргументов даже не стоит приводить ! Геймплей , древо умений , сюжет , геймдизайн , лор , дополнения. В этой игре шикарно всё !
  42. Shaw2266
    Oct 23, 2020
    10
    I played Skyrim for the first time a few years ago. At this time this is the only game I’ve played that I’ve rated 10/10. I enjoyed absolutely every aspect of this game. I got the platinum and also 100 percent of all the dlc content. There is so many enjoyable things to do and so much to see. Hidden dark quests that can be disturbing yet give you interesting choices. The dark brotherhoodI played Skyrim for the first time a few years ago. At this time this is the only game I’ve played that I’ve rated 10/10. I enjoyed absolutely every aspect of this game. I got the platinum and also 100 percent of all the dlc content. There is so many enjoyable things to do and so much to see. Hidden dark quests that can be disturbing yet give you interesting choices. The dark brotherhood is a fun part of the game and I think a must do. If there is someone out there that hasn’t played this yet, I suggest carving out some time and taking in this game for everything it’s worth.… Expand
  43. Tiberius95
    Jun 19, 2020
    10
    The best open world game ever! Skyrim has filled its world with full of life. It feels like I am actually exploring the world of Skyrim as Dragonborn.
  44. yannek
    Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Played this game on the PS4 and it was the same as in the PS3, a fantastic experience. Great game, fantastic side quests and just a truly unforgettable journey.
  45. SHIOTTA
    Jul 10, 2020
    10
    Another game my wife and I played through at the same time. It was amazing being able to talk about our different chars and different decisions as we went along. Big, beautiful open world. Amazing quests. Loved it
  46. Rafdragon
    Jul 5, 2020
    10
    The best RPG that ever existed!! Excellent!!! The freedom, the character build system, openworld, great history and perfect soundtrack.
  47. WhiterunGuard
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    after a little while, its very fun, with alot of places to explore, and lots of quests. I recommend this game!
  48. MulQuahDiiv
    Nov 24, 2020
    10
    Game of my life. I sunk in this world countless hours. Despite it's age and glitches it's still brilliant and definitely a must-have
  49. Joey_0316
    Nov 25, 2020
    10
    This is the game that made me fall in love with open world games. I spent hundreds of hours playing this.
  50. Kirksmigael
    Nov 29, 2020
    10
    Quite easy the best and most recognizable game of all time. Anybody who says they don’t like Skyrim probably puts anchovies on pizza.
  51. LDM99
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    obra maestra. probablemente el mejor mundo abierto que pude jugar en mi vida, muy pocos juegos me llegaron y transmitieron tanto, y skyrim es uno de ellos. Muy recomendado.
  52. TheDazPaz
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    One of my favourite games of all time, no matter what anyone says this game will always be a 10/10 for me. Play it if somehow you haven't already.
  53. Axomarine
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Bethesda makes one of, if not the best game of the 2010s with a massively open world filled with memorable questlines and wild selections in character and general.
  54. konjakthesober
    Sep 22, 2021
    10
    One of the best games ever and it still holds up. It is more than a must play. Can´t rekomend it enogh.
  55. Fedoskin
    Dec 5, 2021
    10
    Greatest game. A great soundtrack, a great graphics, an interesting characters. Must play
  56. Kostas_Spirou
    Jan 28, 2022
    10
    The Ultimate Medieval Western RPG at its peak with all the Expansions, a game that everyone who dares to call themselves a gamer should play.

    The game that made me a gamer, it holds a special place in my heart. This is the game of my dreams, my second home in which I've spent thousands of hours into and I still can't say goodbye to it, I always come back because there's always something    The Ultimate Medieval Western RPG at its peak with all the Expansions, a game that everyone who dares to call themselves a gamer should play.

    The game that made me a gamer, it holds a special place in my heart.
    This is the game of my dreams, my second home in which I've spent thousands of hours into and I still can't say goodbye to it, I always come back because there's always something to take care of.

    When I first played it as a very young kid, it absolutely blew me away, my experience with the game was unreal, everything about it was out of this world. One of the most gorgeous and breathtaking worlds in a videogame, and to this day it still manages to surprise me.

    I love the Scandinavian Medieval setting, with the dragons and the diverse amount of creatures and people, it's a huge game where you create your own story.

    The gameplay is mostly basic with a decent variety of weapons and spells, nothing groundbreaking but it serves its purpose. Where the game feels outdated and tedious is the dungeon design, most dungeons look the same and some puzzles can be frustrating, that being said this doesn't necessarily ruin the experience.

    The scenery, the music, the aurora borealis... it's very nostalgic and makes me teary-eyed, I mourn the days when I didn't know anything about this game, and I wish I could experience it for the first time again.
    A Timeless Masterpiece.

    Final Rating: "Masterpiece" ~ 10/10.    … Expand
  57. penmumble
    Feb 15, 2022
    10
    It's been 10 years since this game came out, and I've played it almost religiously since day one. I am convinced that this game is the absolute pinnacle of perfection in video games. No matter how many games I play, I always come back to Skyrim. No matter what new games come out, I compared their UI to Skyrim's. No RPG feels as freeing as Skyrim. No adventure game feels as adventurous asIt's been 10 years since this game came out, and I've played it almost religiously since day one. I am convinced that this game is the absolute pinnacle of perfection in video games. No matter how many games I play, I always come back to Skyrim. No matter what new games come out, I compared their UI to Skyrim's. No RPG feels as freeing as Skyrim. No adventure game feels as adventurous as Skyrim's. No story feels as raw as Skyrim's.
    Nothing compares. Skyrim is as close to flawless as a video game can get. From the second it starts it is non-stop exploration and escape and exciting. There are endless mountains to climb, ruin to explore, cave to dive into, people to meet and help. Flawless score, fantastic graphics, memorable quests and characters, alongside the heart that goes into living in a world like Skyrim.
    My favourite of all time. Nothing's come close in 10 years. I don't think anything ever will.    … Expand
  58. MrBrooun
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    Легендарная игра которая будет жить вечно.
  59. brennenmorrow
    May 5, 2022
    10
    While this game is still buggy and the graphics haven't aged very well, it is the most fun and iconic video game I've ever played. I've been playing it since 2011 and the modding community had made this last as long as it has. I love the environments that it has set up and the expansive lore. I don't feel like I need to do much more convincing cause if you haven't played it by now, whatWhile this game is still buggy and the graphics haven't aged very well, it is the most fun and iconic video game I've ever played. I've been playing it since 2011 and the modding community had made this last as long as it has. I love the environments that it has set up and the expansive lore. I don't feel like I need to do much more convincing cause if you haven't played it by now, what are you doing!?!?… Expand
  60. NotMinhLe
    Jun 27, 2022
    10
    I'm sure we've all played or heard of Skyrim at this point of its lifespan; the game that has been re-released over 10 times over the course of 10 years. Even so, coming back into this was still an amazing experience after so many years.

    The open world is massive, littered with an abundance of things to do, yet the game does not feel bloated as you're constantly exploring new vistas and    I'm sure we've all played or heard of Skyrim at this point of its lifespan; the game that has been re-released over 10 times over the course of 10 years. Even so, coming back into this was still an amazing experience after so many years.

    The open world is massive, littered with an abundance of things to do, yet the game does not feel bloated as you're constantly exploring new vistas and places. Each area you progress through will lead you to another objective that you unintentionally found.

    Combat can be pretty expansive and intricate, also with the addition of certain MODS on the PS4 version it'll give you an unforgettable experience.

    Definitely would buy again and again.    … Expand
  61. RRrpgManiax
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    The Elder Scrolls is one of the premier RPG series around the globe. Skyrim, much like its predecessors does not disappoint. The game has phenomenal lore, worldbuilding, characters, and oozes charm and freedom. The roleplaying options are vast and immersive. Do you want to be a stealthy rogue who betrays and skulks about? Do you want to be a righteous Paladin dedicated to law and order? DoThe Elder Scrolls is one of the premier RPG series around the globe. Skyrim, much like its predecessors does not disappoint. The game has phenomenal lore, worldbuilding, characters, and oozes charm and freedom. The roleplaying options are vast and immersive. Do you want to be a stealthy rogue who betrays and skulks about? Do you want to be a righteous Paladin dedicated to law and order? Do you want to be the evil necromancer and summon the undead to do your bidding? Or do you want to steal bread and eat it in your house alone with your Argonian wife? Well those are all valid and viable options for one to partake in. This game is simply put an astounding work of art and everyone owes it to themself to give this game a gander.… Expand
  62. SulkSonic
    Apr 17, 2022
    10
    Skyrim is a classic at this point. The PS4 version continues the game's legacy on the then next-gen console. I'm looking forward to playing this game on the PS5 whenever mine arrives.

    10/10
  63. Jdotdeedot
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    This is the first and olny edition of skyrim i've played and I think it's a masterpiece. Best open world game i've probably ever played and probably the besr rpg as well. The world of skyrim is so satisfying to explore and all the unique encounters is amazing. The replayability in skyrim is also insane because of the amount of unique builds you can come up with. The amount of things to doThis is the first and olny edition of skyrim i've played and I think it's a masterpiece. Best open world game i've probably ever played and probably the besr rpg as well. The world of skyrim is so satisfying to explore and all the unique encounters is amazing. The replayability in skyrim is also insane because of the amount of unique builds you can come up with. The amount of things to do is vast and it's incredible. The dlc also just puts the replayability to even higher heights. Don't get me started on the shouts. I've never thought shouting would such a power. The amount of unique shouts you can have is large and I love it. Skyrim has also made me appreciate how cool dragons are. I'm definitely a huge fan of dragons now. The only negative thing I can say about skyrim is the annoying bugs from time to time and some disappointing quests you can take. Also the combat isn't the greatest but it can be weirdly satisfying, especially with magic. Overall skyrim is a fantastic game, play it NOW!!!!… Expand
  64. Raziel72
    Aug 7, 2022
    10
    Игра в которой можно жить! Она подарит вам Очень много часов геймплея и удовольствия!
  65. SofianeDp
    Aug 12, 2022
    10
    Beteshda last masterpiece e before turning into cash grabing company
    And even after 10 years it's still holding up as one of the best open world rpg's by far
  66. Ff7ff
    May 10, 2023
    10
    FOR THE KING
    FOR THE KING
    FOR THE KING
    FOR THE KING
    FOR THE LAND
    FOR THE LAND
    FOR THE LAND
    FOR THE LAND

    Best song ever.
  67. msk1970
    Feb 20, 2017
    9
    I don't get the low reviews. It looks great on ps4. I have played it on xbox 360, pc and ps3 and can say it is worth getting for ps4. Colours much improved and a great game to have and replay. The ability to use mods is great, even if limited. I only use mods that increase merchant gold and make things more convenient, finding that many mods end up making you overpowered and take theI don't get the low reviews. It looks great on ps4. I have played it on xbox 360, pc and ps3 and can say it is worth getting for ps4. Colours much improved and a great game to have and replay. The ability to use mods is great, even if limited. I only use mods that increase merchant gold and make things more convenient, finding that many mods end up making you overpowered and take the challenge out of the game. This game is better than witcher 3, which I have played, and offers no customization, no first person view, and doesn't have the replayability of skyrim. Get it if you like RPGs. Best RPG for PS4 (fallout 4 is very close 2)… Expand
  68. killab1984
    Nov 5, 2016
    9
    Great game back in the day, Solid game now. Addition of all the dlc makes it a must buy if you missed it like I did. Visuals are better than what people are making it out to be if you have a dope TV.
  69. videogamefan64
    Jan 23, 2021
    9
    Skyrim is a game that is far better than the sum of its parts. On paper skyrim shouldn't be as amazing as it is but here we are. The game has some issues such as glitches samey dungeon design and stilted combat but Skyrim nails the most important thing for an open world game, the world. Skyrim is a vast land full of people to see, things to do and the best lore I have ever seen in aSkyrim is a game that is far better than the sum of its parts. On paper skyrim shouldn't be as amazing as it is but here we are. The game has some issues such as glitches samey dungeon design and stilted combat but Skyrim nails the most important thing for an open world game, the world. Skyrim is a vast land full of people to see, things to do and the best lore I have ever seen in a video game. No other game has engrossed me so much in it's lore that I read hundreds of books learning about skyrim and its history. Fantasy elements run wild in skyrim allowing for encounter with demon deities that have build up present in books you can find as well as the many dragons that can swoop down at any time. There are other such events like finishing one quest you find out about a researcher that stole the work of another who has since died. I ran into him on the road with the results of her research and he tried to kill me to silence me, which caught me extremely of guard has i had never really had a scene like that before in a game . Skyrim the place is a character in itself and it was executed to near perfection. The game has a huge volume of quests but it is startling how good they are. The main questlines for each faction in particular are highlights as they introduce you to groups of new characters, facets of the world it takes place in as well as giving you the most varied quests. When your walking through towns people talk about big events that have happened such as the murder of an important person. These little lines add so much to the world of skyrim that they can't be understated. Combat is something you spend a lot of time doing in Skyrim and while I was initially unimpressed by it when I started mixing and matching using all the tools in my arsenal I came to found the combat highly enjoyable, as while each individual method of fighting has little depth using all of them is incredibly versatile. The dungeons are filled with puzzles enemies and most have some kind of quest that anchors them in the world. While they aren't amazing by any means they are enjoyable videogame junk food. There are events that happen in the world that aren't due to the actions of the player that makes skyrim feel alive. Skyrim is full of choices big and small like taking a side in the civil war which the game never lets you forget about as every character has a say. Skyrim's leveling up system is tied to how much you do a specific action which fits perfectly for such a roll driven experience as it allows you to make your the character the way you want them to be. Being able to make your a character into a thief, warrior mage or even a smith creates so many avenues for a player to go down and gives the game replayability. Skyrim in short is a flawed masterpiece that excels in so much that the warts present are almost forgotten and even though my character's journey has come to a fitting conclusion with a wife and adopted children I still find myself itching to hop back in and see what else this world has to offer… Expand
  70. e1000io
    May 5, 2017
    9
    Uno de los mejores juegos de la anterior generación. Lastima que no hayan sacado una oferta para los que ya lo teníamos en PS3. Lo compraré, sin duda, pero cuando baje a un precio razonable.
  71. Godslike1
    Oct 28, 2016
    9
    With the Skyrim: Special Edition you get exactly what you pay for. This is the same game as before, but with crisper quality, a bit faster loading times and mod-support. This game offers the perfect nostalgic feeling for old players with the same beautiful soundtrack, same amazingly written dialogue, hundreds of hours of fun and the good ol' awkward bugs from time to time. If you haven'tWith the Skyrim: Special Edition you get exactly what you pay for. This is the same game as before, but with crisper quality, a bit faster loading times and mod-support. This game offers the perfect nostalgic feeling for old players with the same beautiful soundtrack, same amazingly written dialogue, hundreds of hours of fun and the good ol' awkward bugs from time to time. If you haven't played Skyrim before at all, this is certainly a must-buy! Even if you have played Skyrim to its full extent I advise you to still give it a go. It may be a bit too expensive for those who already have played it, but if you plan to play it from start to finish again, you are paying for a lot of hours of fun!

    Note: Mods disable trophies!    … Expand
  72. filipers
    Jan 10, 2020
    9
    I played the ps3 version back in 2011 when the game came out (11/11/11 never forget), and I played the damn game for 4 straight years, until I bought the PS4 in 2015. Back then I gave Skyrim a 10/10, for me was and still is the best game that I ever played in my life. 4 years after I terribly missed the damn game, so I bought for very cheap this version of the game for PS4. Now....howI played the ps3 version back in 2011 when the game came out (11/11/11 never forget), and I played the damn game for 4 straight years, until I bought the PS4 in 2015. Back then I gave Skyrim a 10/10, for me was and still is the best game that I ever played in my life. 4 years after I terribly missed the damn game, so I bought for very cheap this version of the game for PS4. Now....how does this 8 year old game compares with current gen gems like The witcher 3, Red dead Redemption 2, Outer Worlds, etc?

    Short answer: It is still one of the best games of all time.
    Long answer: You don't play Skyrim for Its story (It's only Ok), neither for Its interesting deeply complex charecters (because there is none), neither for Its amazing gameplay (It is still Okay or good depending on your class, but It is visible that It aged quite a bit), You play Skyrim because of the incredible immersion that It gives you! You can play whatever class you want (knight, thief, nightblade, battlemage, etc), roleplay the type of guy you want to be (evil, good, whatever), in a highly detailed world where you can interact with almost everything. You can even be a vampire or a werewolf. This game is the apex of exploration games, the map is highly densed with interesting sites (caves, nordic ruins, dwarf ruins, etc) each of them with a deep lore and interesting stuff to see. The world of skyrim feels alive and not empty like 90% of most open wold games, during your journeys on the road you can even find a series of random encounters that help keep the wold fresh and alive. The leveling system for me is still the best one in all games that I played, the skill trees are diverse, and each one of them very deep! The Crafting/enchanting/smithing system remains the best and more complex one! The weapons and armours are diverse and very nice looking.

    Skyrim day-to-day life to my character is like this: I wake up in my homestead that I bough and build it from the ground, i pack my stuff and go out to the world to see If the jarls have interesting jobs to give, or if the guilds that I belong (dark brotherhood, thieves guild, the companions and college of winterhold) have jobs for me too, or just wander in the wilderness to lose myself in some cave or bandit camp.
    This is a example:
    Yesterday I found a lighthouse in the frozen northern coast of skyrim, It was the first time that I saw It in all these years, I entered in It expecting to find some npc's, it happens that i found some bodies on the ground covered in blood and pierced by arrows, and the room was chaotic. By reading their journals I found out that there was a family leaving there, and that the siblings suspected of something living in the basement due to strange noises in the night. It turns out that their basement led to a falmer (elves that became blind and savage after being enslaved by the dwemer race ) cave. In that cave I found the body of the 2 siblings, one of them with a knife that her father gave her, as appointed in her letter, so that she avoided a painfull death by being eaten by a giant chaurus that the falmer kept as a pet. Her father however was given to that monster as a meal, as his remains were right next to It. This is just one example of the more than hundred adventures that you can have in this game.

    Finally, well this review turned out to be a love letter to skyrim, sorry for that, the game has now some aging issues, but that for me were not ground breaking. The combat has not aged well but it is still fun, the graphics are not on the same level as current gen graphics, however there is something about the artstyle/graphics in this game that make the views very.....beautiful. The landscaped are truly wonderful to witness. Fortunately, the bugs are (finally) pretty much resolved, so they wont be a issue. If you haven't played the game......you own It to yourself to play It, It is a mandatory game. If you played on ps3/xbox360 and miss skyrim, buy It because the graphics/framerate and loading screens are very improved, and the game is very cheap. Only pc users gain nothing by buying this game.    … Expand
  73. Cherryleaf
    Oct 29, 2016
    9
    Sure, I can understand why there is GFX comparisions, but for some odd reasons, PC gamer come here to review a console game, which for me seems irrelevant and a behaviour of trolling. We know by now that the PC been running in Ultra for some time, but, this is a console game for console-gamers who can make their own judgement of preference.

    The biggest improvement is the audio fidelity    Sure, I can understand why there is GFX comparisions, but for some odd reasons, PC gamer come here to review a console game, which for me seems irrelevant and a behaviour of trolling. We know by now that the PC been running in Ultra for some time, but, this is a console game for console-gamers who can make their own judgement of preference.

    The biggest improvement is the audio fidelity and obviously the texture, while sadly the Character models are still rough around the edges, and have washed out faces. This is particularly evident during the character creation process. But it's after the first 30min/hour or so that you really can start to notice the changes from 2011 PS3 version and this Special Ed. The pop-in of the objects, which was very obvious in the PS3 version, is hardly noticed since it appears in screen immediately, right in front of your eyes.

    I'd say that this game has aged with dignity, and is worth to re-enter, even after 1000's of hours spent in earlier version. This is still one of the great RPG, and if you only played on console, you now finally have the possibility of using mods. Sure, the PS4 havent recieved as much mod-love as Xbox-1 and PC, but it is finally here. Some of these mods are just minor conveniences, while others can shift the game making it feel like a totally other game. Obviously these can never be compared to the vast options of the PC, but it is a really nice treat, and they are safe to install (but be aware: You'll not be able to get any of The Trophies with Mods installed)

    Ofcourse, I won't make any false pretences, that this package makes much more sense for us console gamers, who previously didn't have a way to enjoy the experience Skyrim with the benefits of supreme PC hardware. Nonetheless, any excuse to head back out into Skyrim and become consumed by its sense of wonder and enchanting sub-stories is a good one. And if you never got around and gamed Skyrim before, and you want to experience it on Console, well now is the time to do it - with no remorse and no hesitation.    … Expand
  74. jessda123
    Nov 5, 2016
    9
    It's hardly a remaster, but it's Skyrim. On PS4. With all the DLC included.

    I picked this up at launch for £35 ($44 for our american cousins) and i don't regret it, its been years since i played, (and fell in love with) Skyrim and i now love it all over again! It does look a lot better and the load times are significantly reduced too, if you played Skyrim on 360/PS3 and enjoyed it,    It's hardly a remaster, but it's Skyrim. On PS4. With all the DLC included.

    I picked this up at launch for £35 ($44 for our american cousins) and i don't regret it, its been years since i played, (and fell in love with) Skyrim and i now love it all over again!

    It does look a lot better and the load times are significantly reduced too, if you played Skyrim on 360/PS3 and enjoyed it, theres no reason not to buy it. :)    … Expand
  75. VieRus8u
    Dec 10, 2016
    9
    By far one of my favorite new games to play. Stunning world, great graphics, and huge open world that I even get lost in sometimes.
    Only reason this isn't a ten....is all the bugs they left in from the PC version. It seems not one of them were fixed before the release.
    This is still my goto game for the next six months or so :o)
  76. AsaZimbabwe
    Jan 24, 2018
    9
    i sunk more than 200 hours into this on PS3. Years later I have revisited on PS4. Although most of the bugs are still here, I must say, perhaps the best game ever. The immersion, volume of content, customization, and thrill of exploration are still unparalleled. As a child I grew up with the original Zelda & Final Fantasy games. I was a late adopter of Elder Scrolls, but Morrowind &i sunk more than 200 hours into this on PS3. Years later I have revisited on PS4. Although most of the bugs are still here, I must say, perhaps the best game ever. The immersion, volume of content, customization, and thrill of exploration are still unparalleled. As a child I grew up with the original Zelda & Final Fantasy games. I was a late adopter of Elder Scrolls, but Morrowind & Oblivion eventually got my attention. Skyrim improved on almost every aspect of Oblivion. I recall often thinking, boy I only wish this was Zelda. No surprise then, how heavily Breath of the Wild borrowed from Skyrim. After thoroughly depleting the Witcher 3 & Zelda BotW, I returned to Skyrim. Although far from perfect, the beautiful vistas, thrilling dungeons, seemingly endless loot, lore & mystery still provide the high-water mark that future games will draw from. The only thing I find Skyrim leaves me wanting is the next better version of this game.… Expand
  77. Heavens_Fence
    Jan 15, 2017
    9
    So I originally got this game because it is the only ps4 game that runs natively in 4k on the ps4 pro. I must say skyrim in 4k is freaking awesome!. I was suprised how quickly I was immersed into the game even though I already dumped 100's of hours into it on the 360. I can see why many don't think the remaster is worth it but if you like skyrim and have a ps4 pro it is deffinately aSo I originally got this game because it is the only ps4 game that runs natively in 4k on the ps4 pro. I must say skyrim in 4k is freaking awesome!. I was suprised how quickly I was immersed into the game even though I already dumped 100's of hours into it on the 360. I can see why many don't think the remaster is worth it but if you like skyrim and have a ps4 pro it is deffinately a purchase worth making. The load times are also dramatically improved from last gen which is a plus. I'm actually how much better this game is than fallout 4 considering it was a last gen game. Id say my only have a few complaints. 1 is the character models are still dated looking. 2 they seriously have like 5 voice actors for hundreds of npcs. I just thought it was weird that even 2 members of the thieves guild sounded exactly the same. Over all this game is awesome id say not quite as good as TW3 but exponentially better than fallout 4.… Expand
  78. illphil
    Nov 16, 2016
    9
    This was the first version I have played and when it began I wasn't impressed after all the hype. The combat is a bit messy compared to dark souls and other action RPGs and the graphics are nothing special. After a while however you realize that you really can go anywhere and do anything in any order. A trek up a mountain in a blizzard really does feel as arduous as it should, andThis was the first version I have played and when it began I wasn't impressed after all the hype. The combat is a bit messy compared to dark souls and other action RPGs and the graphics are nothing special. After a while however you realize that you really can go anywhere and do anything in any order. A trek up a mountain in a blizzard really does feel as arduous as it should, and exploring the world is where the majority of the fun comes from. There are quests to be done everywhere and I enjoyed it more than the Witcher. At it's core it's a good game and a great value for money single player experience, and that's what I am after nowadays.… Expand
  79. SubjectG
    Oct 28, 2016
    9
    Ignore the people giving this game a low score because of the price tag; Skyrim is an immense, fun, practically endless experience that you could play for hours and hours. I rated it a 9 when it came out in 2011, and I'm giving it the same score now.

    The graphical improvements are definitely nice, but when it comes down to it, they don't hold a candle to the likes of Uncharted 4, DOOM,    Ignore the people giving this game a low score because of the price tag; Skyrim is an immense, fun, practically endless experience that you could play for hours and hours. I rated it a 9 when it came out in 2011, and I'm giving it the same score now.

    The graphical improvements are definitely nice, but when it comes down to it, they don't hold a candle to the likes of Uncharted 4, DOOM, and a few other games, but that's to be expected. As a remaster for such an old game, Bethesda did a very good job at being what a remaster is supposed to be; The exact same game, code and all, that has improved textures, lighting effects, etcetera.

    All I can say is that if you're a current gamer, or even just getting into games, Skyrim is a must-have.    … Expand
  80. Letiste-Gaming
    Nov 4, 2016
    9
    Skyrim es un juego que debes jugar SI o SI. Dicho esto, esta edición es imprescindible para dos tipos de público: los que no jugaron en su día y no disponen de un buen PC o los que su único contacto con el título fue la versión de PS3 o XBOX 360, la cual esta edición se come con patatas.

    Pero si dispones de un buen PC, con su opción de texturas de alta resolución, sus mods para poner el    Skyrim es un juego que debes jugar SI o SI. Dicho esto, esta edición es imprescindible para dos tipos de público: los que no jugaron en su día y no disponen de un buen PC o los que su único contacto con el título fue la versión de PS3 o XBOX 360, la cual esta edición se come con patatas.

    Pero si dispones de un buen PC, con su opción de texturas de alta resolución, sus mods para poner el título a 4K y un frame rate personalizable, pues entiendo de veras que esta edición no suponga nada para ti.

    Lo que nos queda aquí es esto: la posibilidad de jugar a la mejor versión lanzada en consolas de uno de los mejores juegos que jamás se hayan creado, con todo su contenido y con una calidad de imagen que, si bien es mejorable, si que se nota el trabajo realizado en el remaster. Ni mas ni menos.    … Expand
  81. Sagnol
    Jun 28, 2020
    9
    Once Bethesda knew how to make good games...

    Skyrim! One of the best games out there... Such a honor to play the remastered edition... It doesn't have many differences with the first edition but it gives it a pretty good refresh with the textures and the god rays! Mod support also makes it look a better.
    DOVAHKIIN! DOVAHKIIN!
  82. SensualSanta
    Nov 3, 2016
    9
    Bought this on a whim. Tried to play Skyrim at the time on PS3 but the overwhelming issues and loading times got the best of me in 5 hours or so. The ride is a lot smoother this time around, nothing game breaking or even a crash on 25 hrs played. Sure enough the trademark Bethesda bugs are there like physics going places at times but on a whole it has been really stable.

    Epic, excellent    Bought this on a whim. Tried to play Skyrim at the time on PS3 but the overwhelming issues and loading times got the best of me in 5 hours or so. The ride is a lot smoother this time around, nothing game breaking or even a crash on 25 hrs played. Sure enough the trademark Bethesda bugs are there like physics going places at times but on a whole it has been really stable.

    Epic, excellent storyline, absolutely breathtaking soundtrack and occasionally beautiful visuals set this at a solid 9/10 for a first time Skyrim player. Is it worth the price tag for a veteran is up to you really - for a virgin its absolutely worth it.    … Expand
  83. CoinOpTV
    Nov 28, 2016
    9
    The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim Special Edition plays and feels mostly the same as the original but what has been enhanced greatly is the scenery and the way some things behave in the wild like how water now moves naturally along the shores. Vistas, mountains, trees, snow, roads and more will all strike your eyes as shockingly refreshed and pretty to look at – especially if the first time youThe Elder Scrolls V Skyrim Special Edition plays and feels mostly the same as the original but what has been enhanced greatly is the scenery and the way some things behave in the wild like how water now moves naturally along the shores. Vistas, mountains, trees, snow, roads and more will all strike your eyes as shockingly refreshed and pretty to look at – especially if the first time you saw this game was on an Xbox 360 or PlayStation 3 (as opposed to PC). The migration to current generation consoles wasn’t 100% upgraded as character models only got slight enhancements making them look a bit ‘muddy’ and out of place especially in contrast to the improved landscapes.

    For those who may be new to the Skyrim experience – know that this video game yields many different outcomes and ways to play as an RPG adventure. Like a well-crafted video game, Skyrim allows you to focus on being a fighter or use stealth, you can spend time crafting weapons or find loot in dungeons and these are things other video games in the past have done but The Elder Scrolls V manages to blend the overall experience into a complete package. If you skipped on playing The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim the first time around then this is the perfect time to give the video game another chance.    … Expand
  84. glados1432
    Nov 30, 2016
    9
    This game shows an improvement from the original. Graphic are amazingly detailed and mods are cool. Some controls options are a bit clunky at the start but have proved it self.
  85. ljt2000
    Nov 30, 2016
    9
    If you love Skyrim as much as I do and don't mind paying full price for it again just for some visual enhancements than by all means buy it. But if you A. Have finished the game and its DLC or B.Haven't played the game and happen to own a PS3, Xbox 360 or a PC get the original version of the game (for pc if you buy the legendary edition for cheaper you can get the special edition for free).
  86. Arctus
    Dec 1, 2016
    9
    Skyrim is Skyrim :) Awesome and all. I was not expecting something new, just a good port of Skyrim with better graphics and this is exactly what I got. It was too expensive though. Bethesda got greedy on this one. No bugs after like 50 hours of gameplay (after a patch though), almost no loading time, good controls. Now I can relax in my couch and play one of the best open world games.
  87. visiblelight7
    Jan 5, 2018
    9
    I don't get it. So many low reviews from people who played it on the PS3.
    Why do you say it sucks if you HAD to re-buy the game a second time? That says it all right there.
    It's exactly the same damn game. Nothing changed except better graphics. If you are totally new to Skyrim and have never played it before and you love RPG games, then this game is really special. Don't worry    I don't get it. So many low reviews from people who played it on the PS3.
    Why do you say it sucks if you HAD to re-buy the game a second time? That says it all right there.
    It's exactly the same damn game. Nothing changed except better graphics.

    If you are totally new to Skyrim and have never played it before and you love RPG games, then this game is really special. Don't worry about the negative reviews. Honestly, the game is repetitive and quests can get boring actually. If all you do is complete quests and have zero interest in reading the books and getting immersed then yeah the game will get dull fast(and I can't blame you, it's not for everyone).

    Also, the bugs people are reporting and giving a 0/10 to the game is ridiculous. I finished the whole game and encountered at most 2 or 3 crashes for an entire playtime of 40 hours. There's no way this game is so buggy as people report here. Some reviews highly exaggerate things just to justify giving this game a low score. Perhaps they are disappointed to find out the game bores them after all these years. Sure you can give it a low score for that reason but don't tell everyone else it deserves low scores because it was unplayable because of bugs or because it's somehow totally different than the ps3 version(lol, it's literally an exact copy with slightly better graphics).    … Expand
  88. Verwey
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    i never got around to playing Skyrim when it came out so I played the special edition without playing any previous Elder scrolls games and I absolutely love it!
  89. eruciform
    Feb 27, 2018
    9
    ** OVERALL 9/10 ** Gameplay 9/10 - Creativity 8/10 - Music 9/10 - Visuals 9/10 - Characters 7/10 - Plotline 8/10 - Emotional Engagement 6/10 - Replayability 10/10 - Difficulty */10

    This might be my most-played and most-replayed game of all time, up there with KOTOR, Chrono Trigger, FF I/IV/VI, Star Control II, and Diablo I/II/III. While it has it's flaws and a few notable bugs here    ** OVERALL 9/10 ** Gameplay 9/10 - Creativity 8/10 - Music 9/10 - Visuals 9/10 - Characters 7/10 - Plotline 8/10 - Emotional Engagement 6/10 - Replayability 10/10 - Difficulty */10

    This might be my most-played and most-replayed game of all time, up there with KOTOR, Chrono Trigger, FF I/IV/VI, Star Control II, and Diablo I/II/III.

    While it has it's flaws and a few notable bugs here and there, it's probably the best and most wide-open-ended-world RPG ever created. You will never finish every subquest. You will never have nothing left to do. Never.

    And don't listen to the "zero reviews", that's people throwing a friggin tantrum. This is one of the most popular (and for good reason) RPG's of all time. Yes it has some bugs, all Bethesda games do. You just deal with it. Keep auto-save on, big deal. You'll spend 100-200 hours on this, for sure.

    Do note that it's not too much different from the PS3 version, though. If you never played Skyrim, get this version. If you want to play it on PS4 and are okay with just minor improvements, it's still cool. If you're looking for a complete remaster with long-known bugs fixed? No.

    I don't like the melee interface at all, but the magic and bow interfaces are top-notch. I absolutely love playing a stealth-archer style. if you REALLY like melee, then this is not the best interface. It's still enjoyable overall, but there's no dodging, and aiming your melee weapon is about as good as the ridiculous Jedi Academy games.

    Gameplay 9/10

    A couple points off for a crappy melee system, but everything else is really neat. It can be flaky at times, especially if you try some buggy and weird things like riding your horse up the side of a mountain or jumping off cliffs into dragon nests. But overall, it does what you want and is fully engaging at all times. The bugs you get used to.

    The enemy AI is stupid, unfortunately. A point off for that. Instead of being smart, it cheats and knows your location once discovered. Then you get swarmed and die. So you get good at taking things very slowly, unless you're a tank.

    Creativity 8/10

    While a lot of it is standard-fare fantasy RPG, it has it's share of neat storylines, locations, and peoples to interact with. It has a unique feel to it, and doesn't feel trite.

    Music 9/10

    The music often gets stuck in my head for days after a lot of playing. The main theme, played when fighting dragons, especially. Very well done. I'd listen to it beyond playing the game and have been tempted to buy the OST.

    Visuals 9/10

    The backgrounds and locations are really well rendered and engaging. I really feel like I'm sneaking through magical caves, dank catacombs, enchanted forests, and grand castles. I wish they had a camera feature like in Horizon Zero Dawn, for better screenshots, but it's still well done.

    Characters 7/10

    Your own character has no personality, so not much to speak of there, but you do run into some interesting NPC's. Though Serana (on the right here) blows them all away in terms of interactability and personality. As soon as you can start the vampire plotline in the vampire DLC, do so, and get her as a follower. It makes the rest of the game much better.

    Plotline 8/10

    Also mostly standard-fare fantasy stuff, but with a unique elder scrolls flair. Hard for me to judge, after playing through it dozens of times now, but it always held my attention after all that time, so that says something about it.

    Emotional Engagement 6/10

    Without character development, it's hard to say, but I feel for some of the characters that I'm interacting with, at least.

    Replayability 10/10

    Infinitely replayable. On MULTIPLE occasions, I won the game and immediately restarted another character. That says it all. I wish it had a New Game+ mode, but it doesn't matter, because you can cheat and buff your characters pretty quickly if you really want to.

    Also, there's a ton of add-ons and hacks. Especially on Xbox or PC. PS4 is sadly limited, as Sony has weird legal regulations that limit what they want uploaded to their servers. Which is a shame. I hope they revisit this before the next sequel comes out, and get over themselves and allow things.

    Difficulty */10

    Difficulty is up to you. There's multiple settings. Start with normal and up it as you buff yourself. These days, I start new games on the hardest difficulty and manage fine even with no armor or weapons, because I'm used to the game. Once I super-power-up, I'm unstoppable and just chop through everything like butter.    … Expand
  90. network_scroll
    Jun 5, 2019
    9
    Пройдена, включая основной сюжет, гильдии, побочные квесты. Не пройдены дополнения Dawnguard и Dragonborn. Время прохождения: 102 часа.
  91. Fire_Charizard
    May 7, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I rushed through this game on PS3 and didn’t really enjoy it. Yet I really enjoy Bethesda’s RPG games. So I decided to buy it for PS4 and play it properly. Well, what can I say that hasn’t been said already, yes its a fun game, yes you can literally play it how you want with whatever build suits you ( I’m heavy armour and mace & shield player, trying to be sauron from lotr). Plenty of quests to keep you going and ranking up ! The game also came with all the dlc, 2 of which are great 1 not so much (which il get to in a bit). The trophies are pretty straight forward apart from 3 (which il get to in a bit). As for Bethesda’s infamous glitches, as long as they don’t effect the trophies I’m honestly ok with it, it makes the game unintentionally funny. I haven’t downloaded any mods as these disable trophies and that’s a price I just can’t pay. So no comment on mods. So now the negative stuff, luckily it’s nothing game breaking just a few nagging annoyances that spoil the game a bit. The trophies, the one in the main trophy list that will give you the most hassle is definitely the thieves guild final one, although it’s not hard, actually really easy, it’s just pure padding. Literally the game becomes fast travel simulator for about 4 hours. Still not a big problem, just annoying. Next up, the 2 trophies in the dlc, the trophy for killing a legendary dragon is definitely a grind, as they don’t spawn in until you’re around level 70, so be sure to save this trophy till last. Then the other trophy for creating the stealhem ( however it’s spelt) armour, this can be frustrating as the npc you need to talk to can die off screen, plus when can only be spoken to after the end game. But the real kicker is, you need to have Ebony smithing unlocked. If you’re a light armour player going for the trophies, you will hate this. Not a massive problem but it shouldn’t be tied to any armour smithing. As for the dlc, heartfire. This should of been part of the main game on release not dlc, the trophies are stupid, the whole dlc is (in game currency) expensive, just a boring expansion just to build your house! Now I know some players would love this and I would like it too, if it was in the main game not dlc! So overall, if you love stuff like lord of the rings, game of thrones, merlin etc.. you’ll love this. If you’re a player who doesn’t care about trophies, you’ll love this. Finally, if you like collecting trophies, this is a tad frustrating but nothing overall, just be sure to plan out your journey and you’ll be fine, i started really collecting them around level 45 and everything has worked out fine. As a personal note, I prefer Bethesda’s fallout (3 & new Vegas, not that trash 4) RPG games more than Skyrim, but Skyrim is still an amazing game to get immense fun out of. Happy gaming!… Expand
  92. LockdownZ
    Jan 7, 2019
    9
    This game still tops my list of one of the best games I ever played, and ever will play. There is literally no game that gave me the same feeling as Skyrim. While the original version on the xbox 360 got me hooked, I pre-ordered this beauty back in the day to experience the magic again. I would recommend this game to everyone as it takes role playing to the next level and really givesThis game still tops my list of one of the best games I ever played, and ever will play. There is literally no game that gave me the same feeling as Skyrim. While the original version on the xbox 360 got me hooked, I pre-ordered this beauty back in the day to experience the magic again. I would recommend this game to everyone as it takes role playing to the next level and really gives players what they want to. Mods are also a big add-on, while limited on ps4 in comparison to Xbox One and Pc, the game can be graphically and gameplay-wise improved to create a whole new adventure.… Expand
  93. StudMuffinOP
    Oct 21, 2019
    9
    Can't tell you how many times i've decided to pick this up and play over and over again and then get bored of it and start adding a ton of mods to the game. Not worth the market price of $60 being a fairly old game would suggest a sale to get your hands on it. You can easily lose track of what you are doing both in real life and in game with the amount of stuff you have to do and literallyCan't tell you how many times i've decided to pick this up and play over and over again and then get bored of it and start adding a ton of mods to the game. Not worth the market price of $60 being a fairly old game would suggest a sale to get your hands on it. You can easily lose track of what you are doing both in real life and in game with the amount of stuff you have to do and literally everyone has a quest for you to do something. Overall though if this was based on my first playthrough I would highly recommend it if itll be your first time jumping into this genre of gaming. Modding adds a whole new playstyle to the game though so just be warned about that really.… Expand
  94. ZXSth
    Feb 25, 2023
    9
    To this day, Skyrim is still one of the most compelling and open-ended video games a person can play. While the lack of proper mod support on PS4 hurts, the experience on the system is still a very fun one (though it is hard to recommend the PS4 version over the Xbox one for that reason alone).

    While far more streamlined than Oblivion, Skyrim still represents the pinnacle of open-world    To this day, Skyrim is still one of the most compelling and open-ended video games a person can play. While the lack of proper mod support on PS4 hurts, the experience on the system is still a very fun one (though it is hard to recommend the PS4 version over the Xbox one for that reason alone).

    While far more streamlined than Oblivion, Skyrim still represents the pinnacle of open-world action role-playing video games. Despite its only average combat, it is ubiquitous and present on almost every modern system for good reason. There is no reason, in today's day and age, why anyone who enjoys video games should not have at least tried Skyrim. It is worthy of anyone's time, and deserves its status.    … Expand
  95. CSLooney
    Jun 24, 2019
    9
    I was a huge fan of this game on PS3, and I definitely am a big fan of the PS4 SE version as well. I loved the graphics, music, and sound effects. The story absolutely took me away, gameplay was astounding, though at points a bit simplistic, and I absolutely LOVED the freedom to build your character to suit whatever play-style you wanted to play. All of these points would get an easy 10 ofI was a huge fan of this game on PS3, and I definitely am a big fan of the PS4 SE version as well. I loved the graphics, music, and sound effects. The story absolutely took me away, gameplay was astounding, though at points a bit simplistic, and I absolutely LOVED the freedom to build your character to suit whatever play-style you wanted to play. All of these points would get an easy 10 of 10.

    My only real issue with this game was it's instability and it's bugs.....I mean "features". The game tends to crash or freeze up both on PS3 and PS4, though Special Edition on PS4 did fix much of it, these things still happen on a fairly frequent basis.

    If you can get past the bugs and occasional crashes you will absolutely fall in love with this game.    … Expand
  96. Ranger_River
    May 18, 2022
    9
    The biggest Open-World Game I have ever seen.
    Massive, vague, complex and very detailed.
    You can have fun with this game for years.
    The core of the game is its GAMEPLAY.
  97. The_tickle_joe
    Mar 31, 2020
    9
    At full price the game is not worth it if you played it already on a different console, but after i put 500 plus hours on this game i still come back to it, it is a amazing game.
  98. AR14H
    Jun 25, 2020
    9
    I feel over all this game is amazing. The graphics are beautiful, the game play is smooth, minus a few hiccups here and there with glitches. This game is jammed packed with side quests and fun things none main story related. It has plenty of DLC and the game could be played for a long time without running out of things to do or discover. I recommend this game.
  99. DadsJob
    Jul 23, 2020
    9
    I have bought and played this game SEVEN times! I even bought a switch just to have tgis game again.
  100. Elite_Soldier
    Nov 21, 2020
    9
    I'm just writing at least 150 characters because I wanted to save this review in a more convenient way to look back at scores that I had given stuff as a user
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 40 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 36 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 40
  3. Negative: 0 out of 40
  1. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2017
    85
    Special Edition is a boring remaster – there’s no new content and the visual update is modest. Nonetheless it’s the best way to play Skyrim on a console and a good reason to spend another couple hundred hours in one of few games that are truly worth it. [13/2016, p.67]
  2. Playstation Official Magazine Australia
    Jan 8, 2017
    90
    Thankfully, the base game itself remains as utterly essential as always. [January 2016, p78]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Dec 27, 2016
    90
    Five years on and Skyrim's quality still stands head and shoulders above all RPGs not named The Witcher 3. It's well worth a revisit, even if the mod support is sorely lacking versus other formats. [Christmas 2016, p.94]
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