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. kiptenbingo
    Oct 28, 2016
    8
    Yes its an old game. yes it has no new content. Yes it is still the best RPG on any system. I think it should have been priced better, however it is a must own game. Noticeable improvements over the PS3 version. Graphics are a lot cleaner and crisper, character models are a lot nicer, loading screen wait times are vastly improved and every thing runs at a nice pace. One of my favoriteYes its an old game. yes it has no new content. Yes it is still the best RPG on any system. I think it should have been priced better, however it is a must own game. Noticeable improvements over the PS3 version. Graphics are a lot cleaner and crisper, character models are a lot nicer, loading screen wait times are vastly improved and every thing runs at a nice pace. One of my favorite ever games just got better, this makes me happy regardless of anything else.… Expand
  2. Agarwel
    Oct 28, 2016
    7
    It is tricky to rate. As a remaster for people who owns the original it is not so great deal. Content is same, graphics are improved but not in every aspect (you have nice lighting effects, improved flora, etc. But textures, character models etc looks still outdated). But owners dont need a review. So for people who dont know this game - just go and buy it. One of the best open world rpgsIt is tricky to rate. As a remaster for people who owns the original it is not so great deal. Content is same, graphics are improved but not in every aspect (you have nice lighting effects, improved flora, etc. But textures, character models etc looks still outdated). But owners dont need a review. So for people who dont know this game - just go and buy it. One of the best open world rpgs out there that offers hundreds of hours of fun. Beautifull detailed world, eight storylines, huge amount of ruins, forts, caves, temples, dungeons, towns,... to explore. Hundreds of unique NPCs (you can talk to almost anybody) I agree there are better games (like Witcher 3) but that does not make Skyrim a bad game. It may not be the #1 but it is still awesome experience worth exploring.… Expand
  3. Lord_Alaric
    Oct 31, 2016
    4
    The price tag alone is a pure betrayal to people who already bought the game and sunk hours into it already. This is Bethesda at its worst, making a company like EA look good. There's nothing new to see here apart from "God Rays" and Dynamic Depth of field, which is already a standard for most games.
  4. 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
  5. toolie
    Oct 29, 2016
    3
    Please don't buy it, this game is overpriced at 60 bucks it's not a remastered it's just an enhanced from pc version locked at 30fps really?, the game feels old it does disappoint me
  6. 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
  7. 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.
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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).
  14. 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
  15. Bbplayer
    Nov 23, 2018
    8
    The game is amazing, a must play in my opinion. The problem is the creation club. There is no need for the creation club. Mods do a much better job and are FREE. The creation club drags this game down a bit.
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. OwtDaft
    May 10, 2018
    5
    + Graphics outdoors hold up well on PS4.
    - The combat is really clunky. Not very fun.
    - Lots of crap quests. Not close to the quality found in The Witcher 3 for example.
    - The game is huge but boring and lots of simlar looking locations.
    - The story is terrible.
  20. snakekill321
    Nov 3, 2016
    7
    You know, I honestly was not going to pick up this game, I love Skyrim, but 60$ for a remastered game ina w orld where remasters are usually 20, seemed overdone even with all the DLC, but I found it preowned at gamestop so i picked it up just to give it a shot, and honestly its everything i remember Skyrim to be, its grandiose, its spectacular, its glorious, its not worth the 60$ for aYou know, I honestly was not going to pick up this game, I love Skyrim, but 60$ for a remastered game ina w orld where remasters are usually 20, seemed overdone even with all the DLC, but I found it preowned at gamestop so i picked it up just to give it a shot, and honestly its everything i remember Skyrim to be, its grandiose, its spectacular, its glorious, its not worth the 60$ for a nostalgia trip. yes the game does have some better graphics but the character models are outdated still, the aspects of the glitches are still there, and the game itself is nothing new. There is nothing new added on. For those new to the game, yes get it for sure its marvelous, but those looking for the nostalgia, its not worth it. I promptly returned it to gamestop within the 7 days to get my money back… Expand
  21. hopper1974
    Nov 1, 2016
    8
    You can pick this up for little more than £30. For this you get the remaster of the original, plus all three major DLC packs, and some nice mods to play with. Some kind of 'reduced price if you own the original' would have been nice (but I assume technically not possible). But this is nowhere near the cynicism of 'you must spend £70-£80 on the delux COD Infinite edition to play the COD4You can pick this up for little more than £30. For this you get the remaster of the original, plus all three major DLC packs, and some nice mods to play with. Some kind of 'reduced price if you own the original' would have been nice (but I assume technically not possible). But this is nowhere near the cynicism of 'you must spend £70-£80 on the delux COD Infinite edition to play the COD4 remaster'. For anyone who did not play the original Skyrim, this is a must (I still play games released in the 90s); for those who played (and completed) the original, it's probably a matter of taste (and more relevant to console owners than PC players).

    The graphical upgrade is noticeable but hardly 'wow' (the original assets are largely the same, the engine is basically the same, and this is not strictly a 'remaster'): rather, some environmental objects (plants, foliage etc) have been added, there is much improved lighting, a new depth-of-field etc; the draw distance is better and more stable (less pop-up); load-times are very much improved (no waiting half a minute to enter a tavern); and I find the mods actually render it more enjoyable for those (like me) simply wanting to relive the experience (boosting the carry weight is a 'cheat', yes, but it removes that annoying thing of having to either leave stuff or travel back to a merchant two or three times a mission). One small change I do not like is that 'running' is now toggle-based (with no option to switch to hold).

    I had the original at 9 or 10 (once the PS3 issues were finally resolved); perhaps naively, I had been hoping for 'Skyrim with Witcher 3 graphics' - this is not. But the game remains fantastic (the bugs a consequence of the sheer scale of what was attempted with last gen hardware); so 8 is a balance between the game for what it is/was and a slightly underwhelming upgrade (for those who have already played the original).    … Expand
  22. camman75
    Oct 30, 2016
    8
    The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Remastered Edition is exactly what you want out of a remastered game. The graphics have been upgraded in a major way when compared to the original console version. The load times have been improved dramatically, and the game runs significantly better as well. Also, all the DLC has been included on the disc, so no additional downloads are needed to get the fullThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Remastered Edition is exactly what you want out of a remastered game. The graphics have been upgraded in a major way when compared to the original console version. The load times have been improved dramatically, and the game runs significantly better as well. Also, all the DLC has been included on the disc, so no additional downloads are needed to get the full experience.

    Unfortunately, there are some negatives to this remastered. First, the mod support on the PS4 is not good, as the file size is less than ideal, and only original in game assets are usable. Secondly, $59.99 is a steep price for the remastered, and while I had no problem paying for it, I can understand why many people feel it should have been priced at $39.99 or $49.99, as there is not a whole lot of new content.

    Overall, I loved the original, and I love this remastered, but not sure Bethesda added enough to justify $59.99 for most people. Similarly, Sony/Bethesda really dropped the ball on mod support, and it is a shame to see.    … Expand
  23. 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
  24. 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
  25. 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
  26. MattyJ
    Nov 1, 2016
    5
    Pretty much the same as the original, except with upgraded to 2012 graphics. They stories fine and enjoy the only problem is the combat is incredibly dull. The combat is so lack luster that even fight a dragon is boring. The game would easily be a 9 out of 10 if the gameplay felt at least somewhat rewarding.
  27. 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
  28. fluxmulder
    Nov 3, 2016
    4
    This is how lazy Bethesda was with this remaster: There's a mod called the "Unofficial Skyrim Special Edition Patch" which fixes bugs in the remaster. Keep in mind, these exact same bugs existed in the original Skyrim. Bethesda didn't even bother fixing them for the remaster. Apart from the usual graphical bells and whistles, this is the exact same thing as the original Skyrim. 4 for laziness.
  29. 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
  30. archonome
    May 20, 2017
    8
    I've played Oblivion but I never tried skyrim due to the "dark" imagery.. I thought it was too bland for me and the open world aspect looked boring.
    So I tried Witcher 3 which bored me(sorry if you disagree. GO ahead downvote my review I don't care. Witcher 3 is overrated, the story is boring...chasing after ciri gets old after 20 hours)....
    But I just got this game and after spending    I've played Oblivion but I never tried skyrim due to the "dark" imagery.. I thought it was too bland for me and the open world aspect looked boring.
    So I tried Witcher 3 which bored me(sorry if you disagree. GO ahead downvote my review I don't care. Witcher 3 is overrated, the story is boring...chasing after ciri gets old after 20 hours)....

    But I just got this game and after spending time on it. I gotta say Bethesda KNOWS how to make a game feel alive and the quests are not ALL boring fetch quests. Some of them do have kick ass plots(ex: Dark brotherhood).

    I'm a hard to please gamer and I don't fall for hype of graphics and new shiny features. But the good reviews from this game are deserving. There are waaay too many open world games these days. This game is one that deserves to open world even if it makes it boring and repetitive at times(quests).

    Any reviewers giving this game anything below 6 should be ashamed of themselves.... They are dragging the User Score to 6.7. If I never played this game, this might have made me think this game was crap.... I would've missed out on it.

    Note: For those players who are complaining that it offers nothing new compared to PS3 and deserves a low rating.... Are you guys retarded??? NO DUH!! It's a re-release of an old game. DID YOU REPURCHASE THIS GAME EXPECTING A FRESH NEW STORY/GAMEPLAY? Come on.    … Expand
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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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