The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR

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  1. TimmytheGamer
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    4 hours in and the world of Skyrim is alive and immersive in VR. This has renewed my interest in my PSVR. This is how Skyrim was meant to be played. I can't wait to dive back in!
  2. Osaka_Doc
    Sep 3, 2018
    10
    An absolute triumph, perhaps the greatest video game I have played since cutting my teeth on white phosphor dots and bleeping in the early 1970's.

    What I find astonishing, as an 'older' gamer, is the lack of appreciation this game seems to have. Perhaps for people of my generation, who were the first to experience video games outside of research laboratories, this game is the    An absolute triumph, perhaps the greatest video game I have played since cutting my teeth on white phosphor dots and bleeping in the early 1970's.

    What I find astonishing, as an 'older' gamer, is the lack of appreciation this game seems to have. Perhaps for people of my generation, who were the first to experience video games outside of research laboratories, this game is the realization of decades of dreaming and wondering - what would it be like to have a more embodied experience fighting a dragon, delving into a subterranean lair, riding a horse through a snowstorm down a treacherous mountain path while being chased by a monster.

    In fact, as far as I am concerned, anyone who has spent some time with this (on PSVR or PCVR) and is not impressed is simply someone I cannot trust in terms of making a claim about any video game.

    Amazing.    … Expand
  3. wesker2012
    May 8, 2018
    7
    The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR shows off the potential of open world games and big, open environments in VR. Fans of both those aspects along with fans of the Elder Scrolls franchise will probably fall in love with this game despite it's issues. The game is immersive and helps you get lost in it with the gorgeous vistas, excellent music, voice acting, and seeing characters right in frontThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR shows off the potential of open world games and big, open environments in VR. Fans of both those aspects along with fans of the Elder Scrolls franchise will probably fall in love with this game despite it's issues. The game is immersive and helps you get lost in it with the gorgeous vistas, excellent music, voice acting, and seeing characters right in front of you through the VR. The cons consist of downgraded graphics, confusing/clunky controls and menu navigation, and wonky combat.… Expand
  4. kernowtom
    May 16, 2019
    10
    Totally blown away with this version of Skyrim. I did upgrade to a PS4 pro for this game as I was not happy with the visuals on the standard PS4. It is very nice on the pro a lot sharper which allows me to play for a lot longer 6 plus hour sessions. I don't find this game causes any motion sickness.
  5. Johnnywit
    Dec 20, 2018
    10
    Any review that complained about controls is wrong, you can play exactly the same way as regular skyrim with a controller. As others mentioned, you feel like you are really in Skyrim. While graphics are downgraded, I believe the added level of immersion is a solid tradeoff. I have now seen and done things in Skyrim VR that I never did during my 300 hour playthrough with the flat version.
  6. drcoomer
    Aug 10, 2020
    10
    As someone who fell in love with Skyrim way back in 2011 as a teenager, I may be a little biased. I've put hundreds of hours into this game on several different playthroughs on 2 different consoles, and I'm adding a "third" with this PSVR version. Let jump right in.

    Graphics: 9/10 It's hard not to give this a 10/10 solely because it's VR. I can't tell you how many times I would just    As someone who fell in love with Skyrim way back in 2011 as a teenager, I may be a little biased. I've put hundreds of hours into this game on several different playthroughs on 2 different consoles, and I'm adding a "third" with this PSVR version. Let jump right in.

    Graphics: 9/10
    It's hard not to give this a 10/10 solely because it's VR. I can't tell you how many times I would just stop, look around, and think to myself, "Holy sh*t, I'm literally standing in Whiterun right now," which is a very weird and awesome feeling. VR is a whole new level of gaming and it's only going to get better.

    Narrative: 8/10
    Skyrim tells an engaging story that keeps you interested throughout. It may lose traction a little bit here and there but it mostly keeps a steady pace. There are a couple more intriguing story lines in the DLCs if you get them complete version.

    Protagonist: 10/10
    Being able to fully customize your characters appearance and apparel automatically renders a 10/10 IMO. Skyrim executes this perfectly. However, in VR you cannot see your own character so it's kind of pointless. Regardless, still awesome.

    Characters/Interactions: 10/10
    Skyrim really immerses you into the game with things like being able to get married, adopt children, own pets, build your home. All of these things create such a unique experience in VR that it's hard to put the headset down sometimes. Not to mention some awesome supporting characters you meet along the way, both friend and foe.

    Gameplay: 10/10
    Man, there's something about using the Move controller to cast a spell from your "hand" and blowing an enemy to pieces. Or wielding a sword and slicing your way through a wave of bandits. Or drawing back the bow behind your head and sniping a giant across a field. All of it is just amazing. It's hard to believe that this is where we're at with technology, but I couldn't be happier with it!

    Overall Score: 9.5/10    … Expand
  7. WhiterunGuard
    Oct 22, 2020
    10
    4 hours in and the world of Skyrim is alive and immersive in VR. This has renewed my interest in my PSVR. This is how Skyrim was meant to be played.
  8. jay_ck
    Oct 1, 2018
    10
    I've been playing videogames for almost 30 years. Skyrim on PSVR is the best gaming experience I have ever had. So immersive, so engrossing, so amazing to be inside the world. I play for hours (sitting), using Moves, and love every second of it. I marvel at it repeatedly, and literally say "wow" while playing.
  9. CatsPawDigital
    Nov 18, 2017
    8
    When playing a VR game, one expects a certain trade-off: one gains immersion in exchange for a substantial loss in resolution and, usually, drastic reduction in content and length of play. Happily, since this is Skyrim, the latter is not an issue here. The former is, and very much so. But as I said, this is to be expected and, speaking personally, it was during the opening sequenceWhen playing a VR game, one expects a certain trade-off: one gains immersion in exchange for a substantial loss in resolution and, usually, drastic reduction in content and length of play. Happily, since this is Skyrim, the latter is not an issue here. The former is, and very much so. But as I said, this is to be expected and, speaking personally, it was during the opening sequence that I decided that the trade-off was worth it.
    Alas, not every aspect has come off so well. I've always said that if a PS4 VR game allows for the use of the motion controls it's always best to use them. I used the word 'said', because I can no longer honestly say so. If you're exploring, the motion controls work just fine once you get used to them (which may take some time). Using the motion controls to swing a sword or draw a bow or aim a blast of magic feels extremely satisfying (although in the case of the bow it's nearly impossible to hit anything at range without a great deal of practice). When you throw everything onto combat, though, it completely falls apart. Why? There is no way, or at least no way I can discover, to use the motion controls to move any way but forwards. You can't back up and, depending on your settings, turning quickly to face an attacking enemy may be a challenge as well. What I feel was needed here was something akin to the navigation controller, something with a thumbstick, but alas no such peripheral exists.
    Fortunately, the game plays perfectly fine with the standard dualshock controller and the move controls are completely optional.
    Some may also be disappointed with the absence of mods. I understand they were left out due to the difficulty of adapting them for a VR environment for which they were not designed. This makes sense, but that doesn't keep it from being a disappointment.

    Now that the bad is out of the way, we can move onto the good, which is essentially everything else. If a fantasy rpg is going to be adapted for VR instead of built from scratch, Skyrim was an excellent choice and my opinion is that, motion controller fail aside, this adaption is exactly what an open world fantasy RPG on VR *should* be. Plus, not only is Skyrim an amazing game but you likely have more potential play time with this one game than than you do with all other existing physical PSVR releases combined. That's value, that is.

    Now, go buy this game for your VR. No, it isn't perfect, But unless you hate this kind of game, it's definitely a must-have.    … Expand
  10. Jakedoe
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    I started playing at release i suffered a few bugs of course it's a bethesda game but i reload and most ironed out easily,. The game is great in vr it's skyrim as you remember it but with a new perspective and it is amazing to see everything as a 6 fr character the scale is just great, i know they keep releasing skyrim but bethesda has brought the first meaty vr game to ps and i for oneI started playing at release i suffered a few bugs of course it's a bethesda game but i reload and most ironed out easily,. The game is great in vr it's skyrim as you remember it but with a new perspective and it is amazing to see everything as a 6 fr character the scale is just great, i know they keep releasing skyrim but bethesda has brought the first meaty vr game to ps and i for one love it, it's an incredible game to play in vr it's a different experience and the gameplay is great the aiming is clunky at first but works well.
    I am playing with DS4 and the controls work well but is lacking in some ways but the game is great in my opinion i am just happy that vr is starting to move forward and i praise our corporate overlord bethesda for leading the charge so far.
    If you have vr and are looking for something to play this game is great and content rich you may want tk wait for the price to drop but i was happy to pay 100$ for a great game.
    The game is great buggy at times and has a bit of learning curve with the aiming but works great for me!
    Giving a 10 purely because its the best game oj the psvr market currently i can't wait for doom so i can use my aim controller and destroy some demons!    … Expand
  11. OldSchoolGamer1
    Feb 6, 2018
    10
    Skyrim VR is my childhood dream come true. I've clocked in over 150 hours and it just keeps getting better. Climbing mountains, explorimg ruins, slaying dragons and sitting down at a table in an inn after a days work in full 3D immersion is an incredible experience. Words really can't do it justice. It's to bad we live in an age where people cant appreciate how far we have really come.
  12. JJAli
    Feb 12, 2018
    10
    Ladies and gentlemen.
    Welcome to the first true open-world VR game! The most of VR games are really closed and limited but not this one. Yep, graphics is not perfect, but it is 7 years old. I want to believe that it will give a push to developing of open world VR games. My dream came true. The most of people criticize Bethesda for reissuing games. But in this case they are not right.
  13. ThomasBerg
    Nov 17, 2017
    9
    One of the best PSVR games available, up there with DiRT rally, Resident evil 7 and EVE : Valkyrie.
    So much more content than any PSVR game.
    Its skyrim, in VR. I expected to be standing, running around with a shield and sword. But like always I fell back to sneaking and archery. Only in VR archery is super fun. Its crisp, suprisingly accurate and just feels the best. Only played on a    One of the best PSVR games available, up there with DiRT rally, Resident evil 7 and EVE : Valkyrie.
    So much more content than any PSVR game.
    Its skyrim, in VR. I expected to be standing, running around with a shield and sword.
    But like always I fell back to sneaking and archery. Only in VR archery is super fun. Its crisp, suprisingly accurate and just feels the best.

    Only played on a pro, and yes, graphics are rough at a distance, but scale, and crispness close to you feels just as good as almost any other game. Quite a feat concidering the vastness of the world and all the stuff going on. didnt see a single hitch that indicates an FPS drop.

    What I didnt like, was no option for smooth turning with the PSmoves. When you have your weapons sheathed, the move controllers appear in-game, and this is very immersion breaking. The whole selling point of VR is immersion. Minor annoyance.
    Also I wish there was some way to view my character in 3rd person, inventory screen or something, But I do understand that its not as easy as implementing a 3rd person camera mode, as this would also break immersion.

    Overall a really solid VR game, and not at all the "lazy port" i was dreading.    … Expand
  14. okamimiyazaki
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    Scale is amazing (fear of heights!) interiors look phenomenal, NPCs look awesome up-close, the full game we know and love is there. Not perfect - NPCs blurry from a distance (obviously to save performance), certain less-important textures are low-res up close (e.g., grass), but overall they did a fantastic job prioritizing graphics. DS4 controls are perfect and move controls work reallyScale is amazing (fear of heights!) interiors look phenomenal, NPCs look awesome up-close, the full game we know and love is there. Not perfect - NPCs blurry from a distance (obviously to save performance), certain less-important textures are low-res up close (e.g., grass), but overall they did a fantastic job prioritizing graphics. DS4 controls are perfect and move controls work really well (except no smooth-turning on moves, just on DS4, hopefully coming soon). Great audio, awesome UI design (text is very easy to read), overall this is an incredible Skyrim and VR experience!… Expand
  15. awolcz
    Nov 18, 2017
    9
    I spent hundreds of hours in original Skyrim, finished the platinum trophy, but Skyrim VR feels so new and so different. It adds whole new dimension of experience. You really feel like you are there, especially in the dungeons, which are now scary. I was never fan of bows in original game, but I really enjoy playing as an archer here. Wielding a bow is really natural and amazing experience.
  16. DEDE1973
    Oct 1, 2018
    10
    10 hours in and this is one of the best experiences I had in years. I am playing on an original PS 4 and the game plays very smoothly. The graphics are good for a game with a world that huge.
    I chose the motion control, normal locomotion and after one hour you do not want to go back to a DS4 anymore. Bethesda has found an amazing control scheme using the PS move. Shooting arrows with a    10 hours in and this is one of the best experiences I had in years. I am playing on an original PS 4 and the game plays very smoothly. The graphics are good for a game with a world that huge.
    I chose the motion control, normal locomotion and after one hour you do not want to go back to a DS4 anymore. Bethesda has found an amazing control scheme using the PS move. Shooting arrows with a bow feels like shooting with a real bow in real life, it is extremely well implemented after a little bit getting used to. Similar for slashing and stabbing with a sword. It is as if you were doing it in real life. Blocking incoming arrows with a shield is again amazing.
    The controls and buttons schemes are extremely well mapped on the 2 moves and it is great. Using fire and other magical cast is something you have to experience in VR.
    I read somewhere that the graphics are still better on a PS4 Pro, but as I mentioned before, I still have to encounter a major bug on a PS4 og.
    I haven't experienced any sickness or nausea after few hours of gaming uninterrupted. There are quite generous options in the settings to accommodate the VR experience to your liking. Especially the FOV and the snap turning intensity etc.

    Update 1: After almost 20 hrs of playing, I definitely confirm my score of 10. Using the bow and arrows is terrific especially after you invest some skill point in it. The dungeons are now scary, very scary. I had several jump scares that left me trembling. Your first encounter with a Draugr will leave some marks lol. Holding a torch while roaming dungeons is like in real life. Fabulous. I have never experienced something like that after more than 35 years of gaming. Ignore the people that are complaining about the graphics. It’s true that the resolution is low, but the graphics are well detailed and when you’re inside the World of Skyrim it’s not an annoyance at all. You’ll get used to it rapidly. Bethesda has made a big service to VR by releasing Skyrim for it. It has demonstrated that huge games can be adapted to the technology and are as much as if not more enjoyable than in 2D. I hope other big developers will follow suite and jump in the train (I’m looking at you Witcher 3. Imagine casting magic by drawing rectangles with your PS Move). Bethesda has proven as well that VR is not a gimmick but a real revolution in how we play video games. I’m hopeful for the future.

    Update 2 (One year later): I purchased a ps4 Pro and I'm playing on it at the moment. The experience is noticeably smoother in terms of graphics and frame rate. I advise you to play Skyrim VR on a Pro. I clocked 108 hours up till now and still I'm not bored. I originally never played the expansion and they offer me a lot of additional content and a new island. The developers have patched the games several times and the latest patch in my opinion brought the most improvement to the game. I really wish Bethesda brought Fallout to VR and make good use of the Aim controller.

    To summarize my long review of the game. This is the game I bought my PSVR for a few months back, and I made the right choice. If you loved Skyrim and you want to experience it in VR with a new character, do not miss this opportunity and get the game or the Skyrim VR bundle. If this sells a lot, it will push other big developers to release big games in VR and will keep the technology alive.    … Expand
  17. militarynewb
    Nov 27, 2017
    10
    11/19/2017: Got this game yesterday and was only able to play about 30 minutes before I was ready to throw up. Bought some dramamine off brand. Motion sickness is GONE. About two hours in and LOVING it. This game can sell VR. If you need to buy some Dramamine until you get your VR sea legs it will work!! Seriously thought that dragon was going to own me. If this is what the future has to11/19/2017: Got this game yesterday and was only able to play about 30 minutes before I was ready to throw up. Bought some dramamine off brand. Motion sickness is GONE. About two hours in and LOVING it. This game can sell VR. If you need to buy some Dramamine until you get your VR sea legs it will work!! Seriously thought that dragon was going to own me. If this is what the future has to offer almost when I see you guys next year because I'm not leaving this VR world.

    UPDATE 11/27/2017: I ACTUALLY BEAT THE MAIN STORY LINE. All the times I have owned Skyrim I've never beaten the game. This game hooked me so much that I finally beat it! Now I am looking forward to the countless hours of side quest and leveling to get that beautiful platinum. Make no mistake, even without the trophies, this is a most have experience! I have had worn the PSVR for upwards of 6 plus hours at a time and had no discomfort issues. That move controller feels natural in my hand now. Very impressed that they utilized such crappy controllers so well.

    Just a little bit of an update on the motion sickness. So it took me additional day to get over the motion sickness. It turned out that the Dramamine I took the day before was still in my system so I would say after a solid 4 days the motion sickness is completely gone even with no medication. GET THIS GAME. GET THIS GAME GET THIS GAME GET THIS GAME. I'm flying overseas to see my in laws in a few days and I am thinking about packing this VR headset with me!! Its too good! Get THIS game!.    … Expand
  18. Nah1108
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    Even if you've played the game and beaten it 50 times, you have NEVER played it like this. The world comes alive around you, the people are right there with you, even something as simple as hunting animals with a bow and arrow or having a drink at the Whiterun Inn is a great experience. Watching the snowflakes hit your face, swimming in the rivers, it's all just fresh and new andEven if you've played the game and beaten it 50 times, you have NEVER played it like this. The world comes alive around you, the people are right there with you, even something as simple as hunting animals with a bow and arrow or having a drink at the Whiterun Inn is a great experience. Watching the snowflakes hit your face, swimming in the rivers, it's all just fresh and new and exciting. Plus, the dungeons turn it into a kind of horror game as well. PSVR Skyrim is where it's at!… Expand
  19. KurosakiCarlos2
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Nos encontramos ante una bestialidad de videojuego. Bethesda ha sido capaz de llevar un juego inmenso a las PSVR, y aunque gráficamente el juego tiene sus carencias, es una experiencia totalmente apabullante. No se ha visto nada igual antes, un mundo abierto tan grande en el que te vas a ver inmerso. Sonido, ambientación, jugabilidad...bienvenido a Skyrim...porque una vez que entres, noNos encontramos ante una bestialidad de videojuego. Bethesda ha sido capaz de llevar un juego inmenso a las PSVR, y aunque gráficamente el juego tiene sus carencias, es una experiencia totalmente apabullante. No se ha visto nada igual antes, un mundo abierto tan grande en el que te vas a ver inmerso. Sonido, ambientación, jugabilidad...bienvenido a Skyrim...porque una vez que entres, no podrás salir de él. Toca techo la Realidad Virtual.… Expand
  20. Raketemensch
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    I’ve been playing video games since Pong came out. They’re one of my favorite things in life, and I still have every console I’ve ever owned, from my Atari 2600 and ColecoVision right up through my PS4. I have a room set up with video switches where I can, and do, use any of them at any time to play my favorite games. I had never played Skyrim, but have logged hundreds of hours in FalloutI’ve been playing video games since Pong came out. They’re one of my favorite things in life, and I still have every console I’ve ever owned, from my Atari 2600 and ColecoVision right up through my PS4. I have a room set up with video switches where I can, and do, use any of them at any time to play my favorite games. I had never played Skyrim, but have logged hundreds of hours in Fallout 4, which has very similar mechanics and whatnot.

    I mention this only to give context to this next statement — Skyrim in VR is the greatest gaming experience of my entire life. Period. You will see lots of videos of it posted, you will see thousands of words written about it, but nothing can explain the experience of being IN the game world. I’ve had my PSVR for a year now, and I’ve played a dozen or so games with it, enjoying some more than others, but loving it the whole time. Yet none of it prepared me for this game.

    Step one: Use the Move controllers, but turn off teleporting. There’s probably a 30-mi Ute learning curve before you’re 100% comfortable with them, but once that last click falls into place it all feels pretty magical. I have always hated the Move controllers, but forced myself to get used to them so I could experience the bow and the magic properly, but in the end I discovered that I love them even in the menus. Bethesda did an amazing job with what I had always assumed were useless, horrible controllers.

    Long story short, again, best gaming experience ever. No exaggeration, no hyperbole, it’s flat-out all I want to do all day now. I can’t get it out of my head. I had concerns about wearing the headset for long periods, even with a year of experience, but now i’ve sat in-world for over 4 hours at a stretch with almost no discomfort.

    Get it. Play it. ASAP.    … Expand
  21. wavetoyou
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    This is my first taste of Skyrim, and I'm glad I waited 6 years to finally take the plunge. While Resident Evil 7 looks better graphically (understandable, considering the two's age difference), the vastness of Skyrim more than makes up for it. RE7, Farpoint, and now Skyrim, alone, make the Playstation VR a must buy. Anyone who doesn't take advantage of this week's Black Friday discountsThis is my first taste of Skyrim, and I'm glad I waited 6 years to finally take the plunge. While Resident Evil 7 looks better graphically (understandable, considering the two's age difference), the vastness of Skyrim more than makes up for it. RE7, Farpoint, and now Skyrim, alone, make the Playstation VR a must buy. Anyone who doesn't take advantage of this week's Black Friday discounts will absolutely regret it.

    As for the review from Game Informer, giving Skyrim VR a 50...I was shocked, until I read the full article. Here's an excerpt, and all you really need to read:

    "Skyrim VR also made me sick, but I attribute this more to PlayStation VR than to the game itself. **Every PlayStation VR game makes me a little ill**..."

    Kevin Hilliard, the man responsible for such a subpar rating, should probably refrain from writing reviews for any games relating to VR. If I'm a food critic, who is allergic to a key ingredient in a prepared dish, you wouldn't ask me to write a review on how it tastes. Seems fairly common sense to me.    … Expand
  22. Xavien
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    Well being a fan of the original wasnt going to make me biased on this one, I loved the original so was very excited to learn of one of my favourite rpgs being released as a VR game. I watched all the videos leading up to the release and kept up with all the latest news. My biggest worries were motion sickness with movement, how well the motion controllers work with the game and if itWell being a fan of the original wasnt going to make me biased on this one, I loved the original so was very excited to learn of one of my favourite rpgs being released as a VR game. I watched all the videos leading up to the release and kept up with all the latest news. My biggest worries were motion sickness with movement, how well the motion controllers work with the game and if it could be played in the sitting position. This was mainly because ive only seen people play it standing up.

    Ive tried the dual shock and motion controllers and both work well. Movement is easier with the DS4 but with a little practice you can get movement with the MC to work well. Basically, you move in the direction they are facing. To go backwards you point it up and slightly back at you. I found that it takes a little while to remember the button presses on both of them and you have to hold down the triggers in order to scroll menus. With this knowledge it shouldnt take long for anyone to get to grips with it.

    Sitting down works well, although i probably dont have quite enough space with my setup for it to be perfect, i find that if i lower the MC too much they dont respond very well, even with the camera tilted down as much as possible. Im sure this is a small problem i can work out with some time tomorrow though.

    As for motion sickness, well its practically zero. I do get a little motion sickness from VR games andor tiredness, but after a full day in the construction industry ive still managed to put in 3/4 hours solid with out a break with very little discomfort indeed! Thats even moving turn speed to full and on smooth movement for turning with the vignette off (thats the black circle FOV that defaults on) I could easily see some serious mammoth skyrim sessions turning in to hours at a time without a problem.

    The only thing that would be nice is mod support. Im pretty sure they will add this at some point, not that ive ever relied heavily on mods it still would be a nice added bonus.

    Now on to what it actually looks like. Well its not bad at all, Bethesda's character models have never been "beautiful" thats not going to change, but they look pretty clear as do the houses and structures that ive seen in my first few hours, i dont know if this has something to do with playing it on a PS4 Pro or if if looks the same on a standard one. Ok it might not be up there with Resident Evil or Farpoint looks wise but i was still pleasantly surprised at what i saw.

    On to skills now. Archery looked very cumbersome in the videos but its surprisingly fun with MC's and not as difficult as it looks to aim it up to get a shot. Magic is as fun as it looks in the videos, hence why im making a vampire sneaky magic user this time around :) The hands (yes they are the floating hands we see in most VR games) look great with magic flowing out of them. In some ways the most disappointing aspect is using hand weapons like swords etc.... mainly because they just float and you dont even see a hand holding the weapons, but its still acceptable.

    Even if you have played the original game as most have this is truly a fresh and exciting way of seeing skyrim in a totally different perspective. Its not often that i congratulate software companies for really trying their hardest to make the best of a game (some EA could do with doing) but Bethesda has my respect for a job well done. If your sitting on the fence about spending money on a 6 year old game, i can understand that as i was sceptical initially, especially on some of the elements ive covered here. Rest assured though that you could do far far worse then spend your money on Skyrim VR. The only down side that i can see is that im sure as with the original, the bugs will no doubt be present in certain quests but hopefully nothing game breaking im sure.    … Expand
  23. predator73
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    This is a wonderful experience for both Skyrim veterans and newcomers. Yes, it's the full price tag, but it's also not "just a port", as VR makes this an entirely different game. You will be in awe at what the environments of Skyrim look like at full-scale. I find it easiest to just list the pros and cons of this version of the game.

    PROs: -Game runs incredibly well (!!), high FPS with    This is a wonderful experience for both Skyrim veterans and newcomers. Yes, it's the full price tag, but it's also not "just a port", as VR makes this an entirely different game. You will be in awe at what the environments of Skyrim look like at full-scale. I find it easiest to just list the pros and cons of this version of the game.

    PROs:
    -Game runs incredibly well (!!), high FPS with no stutter, no crashes, few bugs (for an ES game), PS4 fans don't even get stressed
    -Graphics of environment are really nice for VR, especially interior. Lighting, buildings, and mountains (up-close and distant) look great. It's obvious Bethesda had to "pick-and-choose" which textures to keep at hi-res and which ones to downgrade to run VR. They did a good job prioritizing. You're probably wondering "some people say the graphics are crap, and some say they're amazing, which are they"? The answer is: they're good, but expect some downgrade in certain (but not all) "up-close" textures and distant NPCs.
    -NPCs up-close (not far away) look incredible as well. They actually look less ugly in VR than in the special edition. They also look much more realistic in VR. There's detail I never noticed before; certain NPCs are like entirely new people. (Example: Irileth)
    -The scale is incredible. Exteriors and especially interiors take on a whole new meaning in VR. I never knew Dragonsreach ceiling was so tall. I've noticed so many new details in environments I never saw in my 1,000 hours of Skyrim 2D. Looking down even a flight of stairs is amazing, not to mention peaking over the edge of a cliff. Hope you don't have a fear of heights!
    -There are a plethora of comfort options for people who get motion sickness
    -Can play with move controls (which mostly work really well, see CON below) or Dualshock 4 (exact same controls as 2D Skyrim)
    -Controls overall are great. Magic and archery are fun (using the Dualshock 4, archery is more accurate than it's ever been in Skyrim. You feel like a skilled archer)
    -The UI is GREAT. Text is tack sharp, it's easy to read the menus and dialogue, the compass and status bars are intuitive, and the skill trees are impressive and beautiful.
    -It's Skyrim. Same full game with Dawnguard, Dragonborn, and Hearthfire. We already know what an incredible game it is.

    CONs:
    -NPCs are very blurry from a distance (this was probably a sacrifice made to make the game run so well)
    -Move controls do not yet incorporate fully smooth turning (but you can smooth-turn with the Dualshock 4 controller, my preferred controller anyway). They're also flawed in some ways (archery isn't as good with moves), but I think these will be ironed out by Bethesda with feedback
    -Have not yet found a way to view your character after creating him/her. I'm guessing there either is one (mirror?) or it will be added
    -Textures do take a hit. Main examples: far away objects such as White Run look like vanilla again; some textures up-close (such as grass and flowers) also were reduced in resolution.

    Overall, HIGHLY recommend this game if you're either a Skyrim fan or a VR fan. If you are, get it.    … Expand
  24. bonafide1977
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    The first must have game for VR. This is the first full game for VR and even if not perfect, the entire game is presented in virtual reality. There are still some movement issues, because we humans have not adapted to motion in VR worlds, the game could have used more tweaking in the controller motion sensitivity. Beyond that, it is hard to describe in words, all I can say is that thisThe first must have game for VR. This is the first full game for VR and even if not perfect, the entire game is presented in virtual reality. There are still some movement issues, because we humans have not adapted to motion in VR worlds, the game could have used more tweaking in the controller motion sensitivity. Beyond that, it is hard to describe in words, all I can say is that this game makes me excited about VRs future. It is a lot of fun.… Expand
  25. CARLDMAIN30
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    From a veteran world of warcraft gamer who has played many mmo/rpg games, looking for that game that would finally be able to get my attention away from wow...here it is. It has arrived. Skyrim VR! I got bored of skyrim long time ago. I didnt want to ever touch it again. But this, this is different my friend. GO GET IT NOW. You will spend the money sooner or later. Go spend it today!
  26. Cambaudio
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    I’ll keep it simple. This is the best game I’ve ever played and I’ve played them all since the 80s. Critics will cry about graphics or they got sick because they’re not used to VR. The graphics are great once your actually IN SKYRIM. People can criticize this masterpiece but they’re the ones missing out. Big time.
  27. gordox74
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    You’re in Skyrim. Not much more to say. It’s amazig. Great controls too for both moves and DualShock and dualshock. Great sense of scale in all the areas especially the dungeons
  28. Philip1961
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    Words cannot discribe how amazing this game is.
    If your a fan of rpgs ,BUY THIS GAME!!!.
    Its like your in anouther world,i have played 5 hours solid ,NO SICKNESS. Wow ,wow ,wow.controls are very good. UPDATE it gets better and better,also it is better with a pro. You can notice the differance. Update 2 . Was stalking a deer ,shot a arrow wounded it,when in for the kill,when a tiger    Words cannot discribe how amazing this game is.
    If your a fan of rpgs ,BUY THIS GAME!!!.
    Its like your in anouther world,i have played 5 hours solid ,NO SICKNESS.
    Wow ,wow ,wow.controls are very good.
    UPDATE it gets better and better,also it is better with a pro. You can notice the differance.
    Update 2 . Was stalking a deer ,shot a arrow wounded it,when in for the kill,when a tiger jumped out and killed it.
    Then it went fior me!!!! I have plated resident evil vr ,and i jumped more in this lol
    Love it .    … Expand
  29. Anakins14
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Hello,

    I want to say that I am lucky to have never played Skyrim. Not even the intro. I saw a few quick releases on the net and that's it. I tried Oblivion on XBOX 360 but I did not hang, especially because of the third person view. While a game like the Witcher 3 has captivated me to the end and even on these DLC. I've always dreamed of an RPG at "The Witcher" in VR, and this Skyrim is    Hello,

    I want to say that I am lucky to have never played Skyrim. Not even the intro. I saw a few quick releases on the net and that's it. I tried Oblivion on XBOX 360 but I did not hang, especially because of the third person view. While a game like the Witcher 3 has captivated me to the end and even on these DLC. I've always dreamed of an RPG at "The Witcher" in VR, and this Skyrim is a good entry in the field.

    Of course it's a date engine, with graphics that date but do not forget that VR graphics are less elegant than HD graphics on a television. Moreover, given the greatness of the open world of Skyrim, the PS4 (Pro in this case) would be able to dazzle us in a gigantic world and that may very well be exciting ... Regarding the game and its history, as he's been recognized for a long time, I do not care at all on that side.

    And well after a few hours of games, I can assure you that the immersion is very good. It really feels like living another life on the lands of Tamriel. Frankly, I bought a lot of VR games and I can assure you that this one is the quintessence of Farpoint and Resident Evil 7. Except that it is almost 200 hours of games (thanks to all the DLC included in ).
    The graphics are superb (PS4 Pro). After there is always a small effect of pixelization due to the helmet, but given the immersion and the size of the open world we can forgive him that. I can guarantee you without saying too much that this game will be my best PSVR game. The few hours spent in this world have completely transformed me. Very little aliasing and NPC animations are really correct in VR.
    The handling of PS MOVE is good (it can never be excellent due to their technology) but at least it is not average or mediocre. Playing with the 2 PS Move while walking (tele transportation not mandatory) with the sword in one hand and the shield in the other is really something. Moreover the music and the dialogues are of high quality and in French naturally.
    Regarding the story, I had never played but I can guarantee you that I feel a little the Geralt de Rive Tamriel. To the point that when we put the helmet, we look at his hands to look for the shield and the sword (knowing that we can also use bows, axes and many others). Farpoint we had the story but a little short (6 to 7H), and personally I am more attracted by the titles where the story is focused on the elves, goblins, magic, earth-like that of the "Land of medium "than to annihilate aliens with laser guns on a rocky planet (even if the title is very good).

    Resident Evil 7 is excellent too, but this is more of a fear problem, which prevents you from playing too long.

    And both end in less than ten hours for the first, and less than 20 or 30 for the second. With Skyrim VR, we are talking about 200 hours of intense stories, in a beautiful open world (on PS4 Pro) where the few graphic imperfections (very minor) are quickly forgotten in view of the greatness of the title and the immersion it provides.
    So if you do not have a helmet and want to trade your monotonous life vote against a life full of dangers and chivalrous adventures then you know you can buy the title with your eyes closed (and the helmet that goes with it) !! !!! If you have the helmet then you can rush on game that is just excellent and more than immersive in VR.

    You understand, more than a simple portage, this game may be simply the best game PSVR. In any case if you are an RPG fan and you always dream to live the same adventures in real life then this game in virtual reality is for you.

    The navigation in PS-Move is not optimal (we click on the trigger then we go right, left, up or down with the ps move then release, to make the equivalent of a joystick). It's not great but hey, as long as there is no PS-Move with a joystick we will have no choice.

    Bye.    … Expand
  30. Jenny33
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    This is the best VR game I have ever played!! It’s so amazing! It’s the first time ever that I’ve played 6 hours straight without taking breaks in between or getting a bit sick. The world makes you forget about the real life and you get completely lost in there and suddenly hours and hours has past by without you noticing, I mean, I can’t even explain how amazing it feels. This game isThis is the best VR game I have ever played!! It’s so amazing! It’s the first time ever that I’ve played 6 hours straight without taking breaks in between or getting a bit sick. The world makes you forget about the real life and you get completely lost in there and suddenly hours and hours has past by without you noticing, I mean, I can’t even explain how amazing it feels. This game is what VR was made for, this game is what I’ve been waiting for ever since I bought my VR headset. Two words, BUY IT!… Expand
  31. JonnyJames
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    Absolutely sublime. I have owned this game on quite a few systems including modded PC version and never really got far past the tutorial before I moved onto something else. VR changes everything. Now it is like a real place so much so I have about 12 hours play under my belt and I am still hanging about Riverwood. This is a must for any VR owner
  32. Kritori786
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Ignore the critics honestly this is the best gaming experience I've ever had. An open world rpg In vr is just stuff of dreams and the scaling and everything is just done superbly.

    This isn't like your usual skyrim its just 50times more immersive the combat with motion controls is far better and the bow and arrows is a great addition too. You actually look over your shoulder while    Ignore the critics honestly this is the best gaming experience I've ever had. An open world rpg In vr is just stuff of dreams and the scaling and everything is just done superbly.

    This isn't like your usual skyrim its just 50times more immersive the combat with motion controls is far better and the bow and arrows is a great addition too. You actually look over your shoulder while running from giants you can to proper dual combat with full control of your hands. There's so many moments where I just stood there in amazement looking at the waterfalls, the moons and the dragons.

    It honestly is the best game you can experience ignore the critics if you have the money go buy the vr version of skyrim. It doesn't matter which version you've played in the past the vr one will absolutely blow you away.    … Expand
  33. Coert
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    This is really hard to score, because on one hand the game is a few years old and it shows, plus the current generation of consoles doesn't have the raw computing power to produce really crisp graphics in VR (it looks like a PS3 game). On the other hand it's the only game out there that allows you to freely roam around inside a giant virtual world and it's marvelous. I've not been thisThis is really hard to score, because on one hand the game is a few years old and it shows, plus the current generation of consoles doesn't have the raw computing power to produce really crisp graphics in VR (it looks like a PS3 game). On the other hand it's the only game out there that allows you to freely roam around inside a giant virtual world and it's marvelous. I've not been this excited about a game for years. For now this is the pinnacle of VR gaming, not because it's perfect, but it still blows all the competition out of the water by miles.… Expand
  34. Tiptilludrop
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    If you have PSVR this is simply a must get. Graphics are good and the immersion is so cool! I mean imagine the feeling of walking around inside the Skyrim world! Can it get any better?
  35. s-c-y-k-e
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    VR was made for this. Once you get the hang of the motion controls (not the dualshock) and overcome some initial awkwardness, you finally have a real, honest-to-goodness VR experience on your hands. The only real con I can think of is the lack of mod support. C'est la vi.
  36. Hammerkey
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Amazing experience of entering Skyrim.
    PlayStation Move arguably increases immersion in the world of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR ten-fold. The realism of interaction and combat is a huge part of VR, and this is no different here; reaching out to grab an item, swing your sword, draw an arrow to your bow, or cast your spells. It all simply makes much more sense when it’s your hands doing    Amazing experience of entering Skyrim.
    PlayStation Move arguably increases immersion in the world of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR ten-fold. The realism of interaction and combat is a huge part of VR, and this is no different here; reaching out to grab an item, swing your sword, draw an arrow to your bow, or cast your spells. It all simply makes much more sense when it’s your hands doing the work.
    Best PSVR game!    … Expand
  37. Allegro1582
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    We were waiting for a good game in virtual reality, but that it would be Skyrim VR - it was hard to believe.
    I play with Move and this is a new experience of conquering Tamriel. Excellent implementation of my favorite game.
    I recommend.
    No problems with the motion sickness here do not feel, although in other games it happened.
    10 of 10.
  38. Pjoernrachzarck
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Any worries you can have in the first one or two hours of Skyrim VR - and it still is a clunky and a wonky game - are answered in hour 3. Once you stop thinking about the buttons on the Move controller, and once you leave behind you the tedious first chapters of the main quest line, Skyrim VR quickly solidifies itself as one of the most important gaming experiences.

    There’s plenty of    Any worries you can have in the first one or two hours of Skyrim VR - and it still is a clunky and a wonky game - are answered in hour 3. Once you stop thinking about the buttons on the Move controller, and once you leave behind you the tedious first chapters of the main quest line, Skyrim VR quickly solidifies itself as one of the most important gaming experiences.

    There’s plenty of imperfect moments in this release. But they are rendered completel irrelevant when you, not your avatar, no, YOU walk through this land, a torch in hand, and a dagger in the other.    … Expand
  39. anticooper
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    this is my first time playing skyrim. But this world in vr are just superb, the graphics are not the best but that doesnt matter when your play the game. After an hour i got use to the controls and now i cant stop playing. Casting spells with the move controller is great:) edit: 15 hours in and it gets better and better changing my rating to 10/10. you can use dualschock and move togetherthis is my first time playing skyrim. But this world in vr are just superb, the graphics are not the best but that doesnt matter when your play the game. After an hour i got use to the controls and now i cant stop playing. Casting spells with the move controller is great:) edit: 15 hours in and it gets better and better changing my rating to 10/10. you can use dualschock and move together it works great, just make sure the controller is the move before you start a game.… Expand
  40. Furtin
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    This is it. This is VR. If you ever wanted to be immersed in another world and spent hours upon hours there with great immersion, you need to play SkyrimVR. End of story.
  41. PVTNL
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Skyrim VR is simply amazing, incredible. This is the way the game is meant to be and how you never experienced Skyrim before. I am sure you all know the game by now, so no need to explain that part. If you are on the fence for VR then this it. One of the most impressive game experiences I have ever had in over 30 years. Love to see what VR is going to bring us in the future.
  42. maikito26
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    PSVR without Skyrim is now basically a brick. Invest in your VR investment and get this game. The immersion is indescribable. Honestly, you start out thinking the graphics suck but 10 minutes later you're in the game. The new alternate reality is what happens when you take the headset off.
  43. titlespending
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    I literally created an account just to review this game. Set aside all the politics of remasters/rereleases... this situation is different. Early VR adopters wanted a full length, AAA game, and Bethesda provided (whereas other companies could not justify the expense for a niche market). This was a favor for early adopters, and Bethesda should be commended for it.

    This experience is    I literally created an account just to review this game. Set aside all the politics of remasters/rereleases... this situation is different. Early VR adopters wanted a full length, AAA game, and Bethesda provided (whereas other companies could not justify the expense for a niche market). This was a favor for early adopters, and Bethesda should be commended for it.

    This experience is INCREDIBLE. An actualized sense of scale has an astounding effect on immersion; you feel like you are actually there, and the threat of enemies becomes immediate and profound. Dragons genuinely appear 3 stories tall. Purchased houses feel intimate and personalized. The simple feeling of entering a tavern and feeling the solidity of the walls, or the height of the ceiling, make it unmatched by any other RPG experience.

    Controls are where I feel like Bethesda should earn the highest credit. The PS Move is a flawed controller at best... and yet Bethesda managed to make the experience smooth. Unless you're prone to barfing, you should immediately turn on smooth movement. The mix of snap rotation with forward movement is surprisingly smooth. I still wish I had twin sticks for easier side-stepping (this control scheme requires movement of the left controller for side-stepping or back-stepping, which interferes with the equipped item in that hand), but all things considered, it's an impressive achievement. I was particularly surprised to find that menu movement is very elegant. Though it takes some getting used to, after about 2 days of playing, I can slide through menus like a boss.

    The best element is the use of motion controls for weapon/spell usage. Archery is my favorite VR skill by far... you literally aim by closing one eye, staring down the shaft of the arrow, and mimicing the pull-back action of a real life bow. It works like a charm, and adds a tremendous amount of tension to the battles (killing an enemy with an arrow as it bears down on you gives you a serious adrenaline rush). Flamethrower-style spells work extremely well, too. Fireball-style spells are a bit more wonky aiming-wise, but as long as the difficulty isn't maxed, it kind of adds to the challenge. Shields are also particularly fun, as you literally hold your arm up to block. They did a magical job of adding tiny details, like the fact that arrows stick into your shield (and you can pick them out after the battle for free arrows!).

    People are quick to criticize VR for expending cash on a limited group of testers, and Bethesda for its rerelease cash-grab habits. But I cannot emphasize enough that this game is a one-of-a-kind experience, and regardless of your opinions of VR or Bethesda... if you bothered to strap on the helmet, you couldn't help but have a good time. In this case, they're giving gamers what they want, and being fiscally responsible while doing it. It's a win-win, and they deserve a big thumbs up.    … Expand
  44. Xenonexe2558
    Nov 24, 2017
    8
    This is the first time Skyrim has hooked me, I tried in 2D 6 years ago but wasn't taken. I frankly don't get the professional hate for this game - the reviewers seem to have crazy expectations, or maybe aren't enthused about a game they've already played 5 times - which I can understand. Sure the graphics are not state of the art, yes the move controls take a while to master, but theyThis is the first time Skyrim has hooked me, I tried in 2D 6 years ago but wasn't taken. I frankly don't get the professional hate for this game - the reviewers seem to have crazy expectations, or maybe aren't enthused about a game they've already played 5 times - which I can understand. Sure the graphics are not state of the art, yes the move controls take a while to master, but they work well - something many have failed to take the time to understand. This is the closest yet to actually being IN a fantasy world - something anyone who's rolled a die as a child can relate to. The sense of presence is stunning - foes surprise and terrify, the landscape frequently astonishes, and 1st person dialogue engages. It turns the routine exploration in videogames into a genuine exploration of unknown space - dungeons are actually creepy, there is a sense of wonder and discovery. Using your hands as weapons is just fantastic, "Legolasing" a dragon with rapid fire arrows is a blast and it's transformed this title into something amazing. I'd give it a 9 but there are some bugs and I find the lack of 3D spatial audio a genuine omission. Still, this is the deepest and most enthralling VR experience to date, available on a mass market setup for the right price. Pay the money and enjoy!… Expand
  45. zolakaya
    Nov 26, 2017
    9
    It's mind blowing that the critiques of this game are fundamentally complaining about the basic limitations of the technology. Skyrim VR is basically an incredible VR experience. I've been in the biz and played most everything in the last 30 years. (3d Glasses for my Atari ST :P ) SkyrimVR is the stepping stone towards the future of gaming. I'm extremely impressed at the efforts BethesdaIt's mind blowing that the critiques of this game are fundamentally complaining about the basic limitations of the technology. Skyrim VR is basically an incredible VR experience. I've been in the biz and played most everything in the last 30 years. (3d Glasses for my Atari ST :P ) SkyrimVR is the stepping stone towards the future of gaming. I'm extremely impressed at the efforts Bethesda has made in minimizing potential nausea (I have none after 4 hours of continuous play) making the game accessible to all, and the fresh look taken at basically every aspect from a VR perspective. Yes this is worth full price, yes, this is worth a replay - no it's not a cash grab, no it's not worse than Skyrim non VR because it's a different experience sillies. It would be like complaining about a game before VR was available, that it didn't play in VR. They both have their merits, but man, Skyrim in full in VR - Pushes the edge of immersive It's amazing.… Expand
  46. magicslipknot
    Dec 8, 2017
    10
    It is defiantly the Skyrim i l know and love. Its like having my dream come to life. I am inside of my most favorite game ever and its everything i have ever wanted. The only thing that is upsetting for me is the whole third person thing. I miss seeing my character but its probably nothing that cant be fixed with an update or two. Thank you for bringing my dream to life i really owe it toIt is defiantly the Skyrim i l know and love. Its like having my dream come to life. I am inside of my most favorite game ever and its everything i have ever wanted. The only thing that is upsetting for me is the whole third person thing. I miss seeing my character but its probably nothing that cant be fixed with an update or two. Thank you for bringing my dream to life i really owe it to you guys.… Expand
  47. Arkova
    Jan 22, 2018
    9
    This is probably the best VR game I have, and is certainly the one I play the most. Having played Skyrim extensively before on my PS3, I was blown away at how well it had been adapted for Virtual Reality.

    I would advise that players use a pair of PS Move controllers - they make the game that much more immersive and it's easier to move things around in the game world than trying to use    This is probably the best VR game I have, and is certainly the one I play the most. Having played Skyrim extensively before on my PS3, I was blown away at how well it had been adapted for Virtual Reality.

    I would advise that players use a pair of PS Move controllers - they make the game that much more immersive and it's easier to move things around in the game world than trying to use your normal dual shock controller. Archery is so much better that I've hardly used any other kinds of weapons! I also find magic a lot easier to aim than it was using a controller.

    VR sickness isn't a problem when I use the "teleport" movement, although as a newbie to VR it was a problem before I discovered the settings, so if you find yourself feeling queasy I'd recommend that you change the VR settings accordingly.

    The graphics do not feel as crisp as the original PS3 version, in particular it's more difficult to see objects in the distance, but this is a limitation of the hardware rather than the game itself, and by no means does it make the game any less playable.

    All in all I'd say this is a must have game if you invested in the PSVR; of all the games I've tried so far this is the best.    … Expand
  48. Voodoo123
    Sep 23, 2018
    10
    +Full skyrim rpg experience in VR
    +Excellent move controller support
    +Great VR comfort options -Graphics benefit from increased resolution on ps4 pro This is the VR experience I have dreamt of throughout my childhood... From the moment I started to play to several hours in the sense of depth/scale is unforgettable through PSVR. Having played skyrim on its original release, bringing    +Full skyrim rpg experience in VR
    +Excellent move controller support
    +Great VR comfort options
    -Graphics benefit from increased resolution on ps4 pro

    This is the VR experience I have dreamt of throughout my childhood... From the moment I started to play to several hours in the sense of depth/scale is unforgettable through PSVR.
    Having played skyrim on its original release, bringing the same experience to VR is transformative! Since having my PSVR this game and resi 7 have blown my mind. I cant stop thinking about going back for more! Also I highly recommend the move controllers if you can it makes the experience that much more immersive (especially casting magic at two different enemies at the same time).    … Expand
  49. BossZW
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    This was the VR seller for me. I played so many hours of Skyrim with and without mods, but everything feels fresh again, I'm amazed at every known stuff I see and I'm still finding new things never discovered before. Playing an archer or a mage is a blast, as is using a torch to light up your path, throwing a bottle to catch the attention of a guard. There a so many little things, littleThis was the VR seller for me. I played so many hours of Skyrim with and without mods, but everything feels fresh again, I'm amazed at every known stuff I see and I'm still finding new things never discovered before. Playing an archer or a mage is a blast, as is using a torch to light up your path, throwing a bottle to catch the attention of a guard. There a so many little things, little details that I never took care of and VR is making me noticing and experiencing them like never before. Watching the snow, the stars, drowning in flooded caves, everything just feels there. When I launch the title, I am in the game, I am gathering mushrooms for alchemy, catching butterflies - hell, every little thing is just so fun. I always played without fast travel, as I feel it is the true way to play Skyrim. Exploration is a big part of the game, of the experience. It is almost impossible to start a quest without venturing elsewhere as new discoveries, camps or caves are found.

    Now, I waited and watched a lot of reviews before buying the PSVR. I didn't have much faith in the moves controllers as they are re-used old tech from the ps3 era. But I'm really surprised by how great they feel in the hands and by their accuracy. While not perfect and not as precise as Vive or Oculus controllers, they handle nicely and have not triggered any frustration in my game sessions.

    The resolution is not great, but everything in the game makes up for it. Sure, if you have a decent computer that can handle the game, I would recommend you to buy the PC version instead. But for the price, if you only have a ps4 and are a fan of Skyrim, do yourself a favor and buy this. Even on the base ps4, which I have, I have no complaints: the performance is great, the game is blurry, but still beautiful and we have to thank Bethesda for porting a behemot of this kind in VR.

    I would even buy Morrowind VR would they dare to do it, as those games are just meant to be experienced. Loosing myself in an open world this big and complex is the best thing gaming has done for me since a long long time. And I just hope that we'll get to play more rpgs like this on VR.    … Expand
  50. awinters86
    Dec 3, 2017
    7
    It’s fun enough that I am going to play through Skyrim again. However there are a number of things that I feel could really have improved the VR experience.

    Pros: 1. It runs really well and looks good enough on PS4 pro 2. Aiming spells and arrows is very fun. 3. Melee combat feels exciting, a much needed upgrade, I was not a fan of melee combat in original Skyrim at all. 4.    It’s fun enough that I am going to play through Skyrim again. However there are a number of things that I feel could really have improved the VR experience.

    Pros: 1. It runs really well and looks good enough on PS4 pro
    2. Aiming spells and arrows is very fun.
    3. Melee combat feels exciting, a much needed upgrade, I was not a fan of melee combat in original Skyrim at all.
    4. Inventory and menus are actually really easy to use with move controllers, aside from the perks screen which is cumbersome.
    5. Has all the expansions... I had only played base Skyrim before so this also made it more worthwhile to drop $60

    Cons
    1. Needs Continuous turning instead of turning by degrees. You will be spamming the turn buttons ALOT. Click click click click...
    2. Should be able to look down and see yourself or at least your hands when weapons aren’t equipped. When magic is equipped you at least see your fists, how come if I have melee weapons equipped I have to see a mock up of the move controllers instead of my hands?? Kills the immersion.
    3. Melee combat is really a bit on the wonky side. There are often times when I am in melee range of the enemy who is hitting me, but for some reason I am too far away to hit them back? And visually it looks like my weapon is hitting but it isn’t.
    4. Movement scheme is decent but has issues... the point to move with the left controller feels the best for moving but if you are doing that you can’t also aim spells with left handZ. You can get around this with shield or bow. The addition of an”backpedal” button would have helped this tremendously.
    5. Stereo sound seems to be nonexistent or super weak. Playing counter strike like 20 years ago I could close my eyes and hear exactly where enemies are. How come in 2017 playing a VR game they didnt implement positional sound?    … Expand
  51. ty92
    Dec 29, 2019
    8
    First I have to point out that I am playing this game on my PS4 Slim. It's better on the PS4 Pro and on PC in VR from what I'm told. It's a little bit blurry and I got motion sickness after playing it the first time. But I didn't get it again after playing last night. And let me tell you this game is amazing. It's like a totally different game. I felt like I was there and it kind of feelsFirst I have to point out that I am playing this game on my PS4 Slim. It's better on the PS4 Pro and on PC in VR from what I'm told. It's a little bit blurry and I got motion sickness after playing it the first time. But I didn't get it again after playing last night. And let me tell you this game is amazing. It's like a totally different game. I felt like I was there and it kind of feels that you are playing in real time. What I mean is I felt more in the moment and took everything in a lot more. I did the Golden Claw quest and it was a lot of fun. I rescued a man that was stuck in a spider's web. I killed the giant spider first. And after the man tried to run away with the Golden Claw I killed him and took it back. I then killed this Overlord and took his sword as my own. Looking at the map is cool in VR and same for the skill tree. My only complaint is that you can't kill everyone in the game. It hurts the overall immersion. I could see people giving this game a 9 or 10 if they played it on a PS4 Pro or on PC.… Expand
  52. Dwoodlander
    May 30, 2018
    8
    After clocking in about 30 hours of gameplay, I can safely conclude that Skyrim VR is the best virtual-reality experience I have had thus far. I do have a few criticisms, but they pale in comparison to the massive achievement Bethesda has accomplished in not only porting this relatively old game over to a VR headset, but also developing dramatically new ways to play a classic RPG.After clocking in about 30 hours of gameplay, I can safely conclude that Skyrim VR is the best virtual-reality experience I have had thus far. I do have a few criticisms, but they pale in comparison to the massive achievement Bethesda has accomplished in not only porting this relatively old game over to a VR headset, but also developing dramatically new ways to play a classic RPG.
    Positives (+):
    -Very fun usage of the PS Move controllers (highly recommended for the full experience), including realistic archery mechanics, shooting spells out of your hands in multiple directions, and fun sword/shield combat.
    -Sense of scale: cities, mountains, dragons, etc. tower over you and give a strong sense of immersion; the draw distance seems to be preserved well enough to also give you sweeping views
    -Immersive details: dust settling indoors, butterflys, moths, seeds falling from trees, bugs crawling on the ground are some of the many details I simply never noticed while playing for hundreds of hours on the consoles
    -Great range of options: I appreciated how many settings there were for those who experience nausea, and also including both Move and Ds4 support for different playstyles
    -Smooth 60fps, relatively short load times
    -An already great game with all DLC; if you enjoy it, Skyrim VR is the reason to get a PSVR as you can play this for years and not run out of quests to complete or locations to explore.

    Negatives (-):
    -Low resolution: this is mostly a hardware limitation, and I was also playing on an OG PS4, but the graphics still take a major hit; those who prefer maximized graphics and visual fidelity may be disappointed if you cannot look past this.
    -Sound: the sound has a poor 3D effect. Not bad, but just nothing impressive; I really think Bethesda could have spent more time on this.
    -Combat, while fun, can get wonky: this is mostly in regards to melee weapons; the hit detection seems off and can break the immersion at times.
    -Appearance of Move controllers in-game: when you have your weapons sheathed, the move controllers appear on screen instead of your hands. While I understand we need to see the buttons, it can be immersion-breaking.

    Overall: phenomenal VR adaptation of an already-great game, hampered only by a few minor criticisms. If you love RPGs and are on the fence about buying a PSVR, I highly recommend picking one up along with Skryim VR.
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  53. masaldiz
    Apr 29, 2018
    4
    Skyrim VR, por lo menos a versión de PS4, no aprovecha la realidad virtual para garantizar la inmersión total. Su meta es introducir la cámara del personaje en el casco VR. Lo peor del juego son los controles con move y el combate cuerpo a cuerpo. Impreciso, sería la palabra que utilizaría para denominar a "esta experiencia", debido a que es bastante complicado jugar bien al videojuego conSkyrim VR, por lo menos a versión de PS4, no aprovecha la realidad virtual para garantizar la inmersión total. Su meta es introducir la cámara del personaje en el casco VR. Lo peor del juego son los controles con move y el combate cuerpo a cuerpo. Impreciso, sería la palabra que utilizaría para denominar a "esta experiencia", debido a que es bastante complicado jugar bien al videojuego con el visor puesto. Si disfrutasteis del juego con anterioridad no merece la pena probarlo, pues sigue siendo el mismo juego, a mi parecer menos inmersivo que la versión normal. Si no lo probaste, recomendaría hacerlo con la versión remasterizada o la de Switch, ya que garantiza disfrutar del juego tal y como lo diseñaron los creadores. Por el contrario, si decidís hacerlo con esta versión, hay que remarcar que no está mal del todo, pero personalmente no creo que sea la mejor forma de hacerlo; cansa y en algunos puntos puede llegar a marear un poco (casi nada, pero apreciable). En conclusión, un gran paso en la disposición de videojuegos para esta plataforma, pero no está completamente adaptado a la realidad virtual.… Expand
  54. Dendrobium
    Jun 5, 2018
    9
    I played it through on PC a few times and it was ok. VR brings it to a whole new level though. Even the lower graphics are not enough to dissuade me from wanting to play. Once you're in the game and immersed in the world, the lower graphics quickly melt away to an excellent immersive experience! I have at least 80 hours (probably much more) into the game and I'm still getting blownI played it through on PC a few times and it was ok. VR brings it to a whole new level though. Even the lower graphics are not enough to dissuade me from wanting to play. Once you're in the game and immersed in the world, the lower graphics quickly melt away to an excellent immersive experience! I have at least 80 hours (probably much more) into the game and I'm still getting blown away by the beauty of the world. The controls are a bit weird to get accustomed to at first with the move controllers. However once you get them down, movement is very intuitive and becomes second nature. This took around 3 to 4 hours of play time for me.

    Using weapons is pretty fun. Bow and arrow, once you get it down, is really satisfying and you end up feeling as though you're actually shooting one. The best weapons so far though are the werewolf pimp slap claws. It's extremely fun running around and a werewolf and pimp slapping everyone to death. Casting is also pretty fun, but I still prefer weapon and the werewolf pimp slap.

    The only real drawback to the game for me are the menus. They were a bit clumsy, even when you get accustomed to the moves. That said, I'm not sure what the best way to implement them to be more fluid would have been. There are a lot of menu and sub menu items in the game. Other games in PSVR seem to not have nearly as many issues, though many don't have the sheer amount of menu items. It would have maybe helped in things like enchanting or alchemy to be able to select to make something more than once instead of having to select all the items again and again.

    Overall it is deeply immersive and by far one of the longest and largest titles on PSVR. If you have PSVR it is a must own to me.    … Expand
  55. sartorius12345
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Don’t get discouraged at first if you’re normally a modded PC Skyrim player used to those ultra hi res textures. This version is truly amazing. Some of the initial textures are a little jarring but play for a few hours and you’ll be in love. Awesome being inside Skyrim in VR! And if you’ve never played Skyrim at all this is definitely worth t then as well.
  56. MAX_BARATHEON
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Simplemente uno de los mejores juegos de la historia llevados a la VR, es como vivir dentro de Skyrim.
    Doblado integramente como la version original y con todos los DLCS.
  57. Gloomwalker
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    Resolution could be a little better, but it's rather hardware issue than the game itself. Other than that, perfect game for me, well imported into vr, no motion sickness of any kind, even after hours of gameplay without breaks.
  58. a1023213
    Nov 27, 2017
    9
    I logged hundreds of hours into the original release of Skyrim and it was one of my all time favorite games, so when the VR version came out I had to give it a try.

    When I first fired it up, going through the initial intro on the cart I wasn't all that impressed. It looks cool but the graphics felt a bit underwhelming, and I found the initial "snap" movement configuration a bit    I logged hundreds of hours into the original release of Skyrim and it was one of my all time favorite games, so when the VR version came out I had to give it a try.

    When I first fired it up, going through the initial intro on the cart I wasn't all that impressed. It looks cool but the graphics felt a bit underwhelming, and I found the initial "snap" movement configuration a bit annoying.

    Once I progressed a bit though, and got out into the open world, and changed it to smooth movement, holy man this version is amazing. Areas that just felt boring playing on the original version of Skyrim look incredible.

    The VR just takes the world to a whole new level. Even sitting on a stool in a tavern and being able to observe and look around is so immersive.

    I'd give this thing a 10 but will only give it a 9 as there are a few kinks I think need to be worked out. On example is the location of the health/magicka bar can be hard to see depending on where you are looking (it's at the bottom of the virtual display, so requires you to look down sometimes to see what your at which can be annoying at times). I also find the level up screen to select perks kind of annoying to navigate.

    But if you are a fan of Skyrim and have the VR, highly recommend this as it's a definite game changer and will let you experience the massive world in a whole new light, even if you have played it for hours without VR.    … Expand
  59. knutsi
    Nov 18, 2017
    9
    If you have a PSVR you probably want this game - it's really good. In short Incredible port of a classic game. The price is a bit high for such an old game, but it's hard not to forgive as the gameplay is truly excellent (and the market is of course limited in size). It's incredible that it works as well as it does really. Perhaps time to review the by now defaultIf you have a PSVR you probably want this game - it's really good. In short Incredible port of a classic game. The price is a bit high for such an old game, but it's hard not to forgive as the gameplay is truly excellent (and the market is of course limited in size). It's incredible that it works as well as it does really. Perhaps time to review the by now default "VR-games-need-to-be-made-for-VR" mantra, and port fantastic old games over. Look to Serious Sam on the Vive etc.… Expand
  60. joshp177
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    I absolutely love Skyrim in VR. It is so good that I can't play another game even when I have time to play another game but don't have time for my headset. I used the teleportation and turning setup with move controllers from the beginning of the game. I am able to move through the world map quickly and get over obstacles I normally couldn't . I really suggest trying teleportation withI absolutely love Skyrim in VR. It is so good that I can't play another game even when I have time to play another game but don't have time for my headset. I used the teleportation and turning setup with move controllers from the beginning of the game. I am able to move through the world map quickly and get over obstacles I normally couldn't . I really suggest trying teleportation with the move controllers.… Expand
  61. pacific1
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    This is my third time buying this game and this is by far the best way to experience Skyrim without question. If you are familiar with VR than you know what to expect as far as clarity in the distance (similar to RE7) but there is nothing else like this. This might be the greatest game experience I have ever had. It is the very definition of a 10.
  62. Marbert1014
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    This is my first VR game AND my first time playing Skyrim. Gotta say I'm lovin it so far. I really like how they involved the move controllers in this game. One hand is shooting fire the other is holding a battle axe. This thing is great. My overall experience with Skyrim and the psvr bundle has been positive.
  63. Bitek
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    I have never played this game before. I got it in PSVR bundle and I have to say i am impressed. VR gaming is extremely immersive. I really mean it. It is so immersive that you really forget it is not real. I actually caught myself talking to the characters couple of times. At the beginning of the game I encountered sleeping bear and I caught myself telling my virtual comrade to harry upI have never played this game before. I got it in PSVR bundle and I have to say i am impressed. VR gaming is extremely immersive. I really mean it. It is so immersive that you really forget it is not real. I actually caught myself talking to the characters couple of times. At the beginning of the game I encountered sleeping bear and I caught myself telling my virtual comrade to harry up ! seriously
    This is totally crazy ! graphics are tone down and are on PlayStation 3 level. But this matter little because the more you play the game the less you pay attention to graphics and more the things happening around you. the gaming is so enjoyable. Do play this game with move controllers. it is so much better to play this game that way. I am playing this game on PlayStation 4 Pro. you will immerse yourself in this game for hours on end. I totally love it !. it is highly recommend it !    … Expand
  64. Revelation1982
    Nov 20, 2017
    7
    Same old rehash, but a pretty amazing VR experience. The controls are wonky if using the PS Move, but after a while you get used to it. Though Skyrim is not really designed for the move or VR for that matter, and it can really take away from the overall experience. The move in general is pretty much a gimmick in my opinion, and would have been better off left out of this 57 millionthSame old rehash, but a pretty amazing VR experience. The controls are wonky if using the PS Move, but after a while you get used to it. Though Skyrim is not really designed for the move or VR for that matter, and it can really take away from the overall experience. The move in general is pretty much a gimmick in my opinion, and would have been better off left out of this 57 millionth reboot. That aside it really is fun to see things as if you are really there in the game.… Expand
  65. JazGalaxy
    Nov 22, 2017
    9
    A lot of people don't remember that when the PS1 came out, we had to sacrifice a lot of perks that Super Nintendo had in order to get a few advancements. For instance, The SNES had ZERO load times. The PS1 had you staring at a black screen for sometimes over a minute between scenes or levels as it loaded off the CD. The benefit was 3D gameplay that we had never seen or experienced before.A lot of people don't remember that when the PS1 came out, we had to sacrifice a lot of perks that Super Nintendo had in order to get a few advancements. For instance, The SNES had ZERO load times. The PS1 had you staring at a black screen for sometimes over a minute between scenes or levels as it loaded off the CD. The benefit was 3D gameplay that we had never seen or experienced before. VR is a similar leap forward in technology. It has it's drawbacks in the form of lower resolution. But what it gains is ASTONISHING. Skyrim VR is the fulfillment of what I have wanted to experience since I was 8 years old. It's the feeling of truly being an adventurer. It is worth every penny over and over again.… Expand
  66. Bigbossbyu
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    Amazing. The FULL Skyrim experience in VR. Everything you know and love that you can experience yourself.

    Gameplay: 10/10. I’ve played with the Move Controllers the entire time and have no gripes. Playing as an archer is a dream come true. Graphics on PS4 Pro: 7.5/10. They definitely take a hit compared to the regular PS4 version. The draw distance is pretty poor, but when you’re in    Amazing. The FULL Skyrim experience in VR. Everything you know and love that you can experience yourself.

    Gameplay: 10/10. I’ve played with the Move Controllers the entire time and have no gripes. Playing as an archer is a dream come true.

    Graphics on PS4 Pro: 7.5/10. They definitely take a hit compared to the regular PS4 version. The draw distance is pretty poor, but when you’re in a dungeon or looking at the vast vistas it’s pretty dang good. The immersion makes up for the meh graphics when you get past the first hour. But Skyrim was never about the graphics. Even on the regular edition they aren’t eye popping.

    Sound 9/10. Disappointingly it doesn’t have 3D audio. However it has one of the best gaming soundtracks and is unbelievable with headphones.

    Lasting appeal: 10/10. This game is amazing. It will go down as one the best gaming experiences ever. The full Skyrim experience is like nothing you will ever experience, even if you’ve played the regular version. The immersion factor of actually being in Skyrim is amazing. However this isn’t a game I’d jump right into after purchasing the PSVR. Gotta build up some experience in VR before diving in!    … Expand
  67. Katora
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    As a person who has played Skyrim in every iteration save the newer Switch version, I am what you might call a diehard fan of the game. I was also a huge fan of Oblivion and Morrowind. I bought Skyrim on the PS3, XBOX 360, PC, PS4 Special Edition, and now most recently, on PSVR. I've played through the game more times than I can count, and have likely at some point discovered every bit ofAs a person who has played Skyrim in every iteration save the newer Switch version, I am what you might call a diehard fan of the game. I was also a huge fan of Oblivion and Morrowind. I bought Skyrim on the PS3, XBOX 360, PC, PS4 Special Edition, and now most recently, on PSVR. I've played through the game more times than I can count, and have likely at some point discovered every bit of content the land of Tamriel has to offer. The first time I ever played Skyrim, I thought, wouldn't this be cool in virtual reality? It took six years to get it, but it is now here, and I can die happy. Having a big name game like Skyrim come to PSVR is groundbreaking for the platform. I hope that it inspires other game devs to bring more content as people are rushing to buy their own PSVR now with the release of this game.

    It should first be noted that some people do get a bit of motion sickness playing VR games. I am fortunate in that it does not cause me any issues, but I truly feel for those who experience it. I have read from many others however that it does get better after spending some time building up a tolerance to it. And while I am very sympathetic to those with issues of motion sickness, I feel it is unfair to downvote a game based on that factor as I have noticed some critics doing lately. There are plenty of warnings on all VR games and devices about the possibility and it is just something that you take a chance on when buying in. I encourage people to try VR gaming before investing heavily into it. This should be a lot easier now with so many people buying their own, most everyone should know someone who has one to let them try it out a few times. Start easy, work your way up.

    Now that that is out of the way, lets talk about Skyrim and motion sickness. One of the great things about Skyrim is that Bethesda included a ton of setting configurations to help users customize their experience and set comfort settings at a level that works for them. This is great news for those who may experience motion sickness, and also great news for those of us who don't as we can turn off these comfort settings and truly live in our VR world.

    Controls have 3 basic options. You have two controller options, DS4 and Move. With move, you have two options, direct movement and teleportation. I personally play with direct movement, but the teleport is handy in a bind to get unstuck or reach an awkward location more easily. I have not used the DS4 controller yet, so I can't comment on that option much, but I will say that the way the move controllers work with direct movement is BRILLIANT. There is a bit of a learning curve to get the hang of it, but I'd say spend 30 minutes playing with it, and by the end of that time, you'll have it mastered, and it is so intuitive at that point.

    The game itself, well, it is Skyrim. It includes all DLC which is nice. As I mentioned, I've played Skyrim to the point of completion many times, and while this is still the same game, it still feels fresh. There is just something about actually BEING there, that level of immersion, that words cannot even really do justice. You just have to try it and see. Skyrim is a world full of adventure and discovery. There are many quests that will keep you gaming for hundreds of hours if you really take the time to do it all and discover everything. I clocked 500 hours in my last play through in fact on SE version. The world is mesmerizing in its standard form, but in VR it takes this to a whole new level.

    Graphically speaking, it is definitely a step backwards from SE, but you can't really compare a VR game to a non VR game when it comes to graphics. Compared to other VR games, it is in the range of decent. There is some blurring in the distance, and faces aren't clear until you are close, but this does not bother you much after spending some time in game. The level of immersion more than makes up for the graphical quality hit, and you will find yourself not caring so much about the little details you can't see because you are so focused on those you can see. You will find yourself looking at everything more closely than you ever thought possible. You will notice things you never noticed before. As you become more immersed into the game, you don't notice the graphics as much and you just absorb the beauty that is there. The magic of actually being IN Skyrim. You are there. You can touch things. You can manipulate things. With your hands. You'll never imagine yourself playing it any other way. When you cast spells, shouts, and absorb souls, you will FEEL it in a way you never thought possible. It is magical.

    You owe it to yourself to give it a try. Take a look. Become the Dovakhiin in a way you perhaps dreamed about, but never thought you might actually be able to do. This is real. VR is here to stay, and Skyrim VR is proof of that.

    Join the gaming revolution. Slay the dragon. Buy this game. That's an order. ;)    … Expand
  68. lightyears
    Nov 21, 2017
    9
    I considered Skyrim 6 years ago a masterpiece and a great step forward for gaming. With its large open world with endless opportunities. Now its the first game I play in VR. And it works pretty fine. The graphics are worse than the ordinary version, but with VR its much more real and intense. This is the best Skyrim experience ever. You feel that you are really there. I use the DS4I considered Skyrim 6 years ago a masterpiece and a great step forward for gaming. With its large open world with endless opportunities. Now its the first game I play in VR. And it works pretty fine. The graphics are worse than the ordinary version, but with VR its much more real and intense. This is the best Skyrim experience ever. You feel that you are really there. I use the DS4 controller. So far it works pretty well. Only problem is motion sickness. I play sessions of 25 minutes. And after that I take breaks of at least 15 minutes. I dont know if this is caused by Skyrim VR or VR in general. Probably the latter.… Expand
  69. Paulo-Lameiras
    Nov 29, 2017
    9
    I have bee gaming since 87, and have experienced almost everything this industry have to offer since then. Bought the PSVR + camera this black friday for 200 euros, and ma, this is insane. Probably the most game changing thing since the transition from 2D to 3D!

    That said, i think VR is still very limited. Sure, there have been prototypes since the 80s and now it's finally good enough    I have bee gaming since 87, and have experienced almost everything this industry have to offer since then. Bought the PSVR + camera this black friday for 200 euros, and ma, this is insane. Probably the most game changing thing since the transition from 2D to 3D!

    That said, i think VR is still very limited. Sure, there have been prototypes since the 80s and now it's finally good enough and affordable, but it's obvious there's still a long way to go. The resolution is pretty bad, the field of view a bit limited, and as much as PSVR is the most confirtable peripheral in the market, it's still too big for us to be 100% immersed. Even though, like i said above, VR is insanely immersive!

    Back to the review, this is the Skyrim most of us already played (plus the DLCs). The difference is that, for the first time, we play inside that world. The sense of scale and presence is incredible, and seriously, it's impossible to describe via words, pics or videos. The controlls are also amazing, both with the controller and move. For obvious reasons, visually we are playing the 7th generation version of the game to guarantee 90fps, but then again, resolution aside (which is more a hardware limitation), Skyrim never felt this real and immersive!

    I'm new to VR, so i'm still a bit worried about VR consequences. I keep reading that people play Skyrim (and other VR games) for 10 hours straight. I try to play for 30 minutes to 1 hour and stop. I don't have much of motion sickness or nausea, but i do feel a bit tired after 1 hour playing any VR game. Again, i'm sure that the resolution doesn't help, so i expect future devices to feel much, much better (Pimax 8k VR anyone???).

    Anyway, Skyrim VR is a massive step in gaming in the right direction. It's not the best looking game available, but it's easily the biggest and most complex.    … Expand
  70. bubbagamer
    Dec 1, 2017
    10
    This game is fantastic. The level of immersion have blown me away. At first I was really sceptic that this type of game could work in VR, but now I believe more than ever that VR has a great future
  71. Vampdee
    Dec 8, 2017
    10
    I think Skyrim VR is awesome. It is not fun with the move controllers, IMO. Use the normal PS controller. Being "in" the world with the normal control is amazing and makes combat very fun and fluid.
  72. Nevergoalone
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Já não se trata de jogar. A partir de agora VIVE-SE o jogo. Este é o melhor e maior exemplo disso. Digam adeus à vida social e mergulhem no vastíssimo mundo de Skirym: belo, cheio de aventuras, mistérios e perigos. Esperemos que depois disto outras editoras apostem em mais jogos COMPLETOS e não nas tradicionais e fracas "experiencias em VR" com que nos têm brindado.
  73. ozjohnd
    Dec 3, 2017
    4
    Profoundly disappointed. Having spent more hours than I am prepared to admit on the original Skyrim and a revisit with the enhanced version (via Xbox) to experience the gorgeous graphics I simply had to purchase VR (yes I have migrated from an Xbox over to PS4 Pro and VR)

    The massive drop in graphics quality, the clunky controls and the "look to aim" / "look to loot" mechanic was too    Profoundly disappointed. Having spent more hours than I am prepared to admit on the original Skyrim and a revisit with the enhanced version (via Xbox) to experience the gorgeous graphics I simply had to purchase VR (yes I have migrated from an Xbox over to PS4 Pro and VR)

    The massive drop in graphics quality, the clunky controls and the "look to aim" / "look to loot" mechanic was too much for me to manage. I tried, in fact I deleted after about 2 hours of game play .. had a break and thought, I really must give this another attempt so reinstalled. The overlay of the standard 2D UI at times was near impossible to manage.

    Nope, this was not a good experience. I had hopes, maybe too high given the 3D quality of some of the VR Pro items currently available.

    The VR experience has to be seen to discover how bad it is ... it is the same disappointment I had after seeing Avatar in 3D and then cringing at the poor fabricated CGI efforts of some "3D" movies released afterwards. The true depth of field is missing .. Skyrim VR looks like it is VR elements pasted over the 2D background.

    The best I can say about this is that it is a proof of concept ... grand open world gaming can be done in VR, but it needs better than a reworking of low res graphics badly converted into 3D for me to be excited over this one.    … Expand
  74. Suicidalburn
    Nov 30, 2017
    10
    Great Great Great! I don't play skyrim before, but i play a lot VR Stuff! This is the best Immersive Game after Farpoint for me! Amazing work Bethesda!
  75. AmrKassem
    Nov 24, 2017
    10
    I don't understand the people giving this game a low score. What are you comparing it to exactly? This is the best VR game to date, and if it's a must own for every PSVR owner. It's as simple as that.

    PS: Make sure you play this with the move controllers
  76. solid1983
    Nov 20, 2017
    10
    Excelente port, 100% recomendado excelente grafica entretenido portable lo mejor de lo mejor, si quieres jugarlo nuevamente pero de forma portatil de lo recomiendo horas y horas de entretencion
  77. lancemck
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    Much like another reviewer I read on here, I’ve been playing video games for as long as they’ve existed, and this is the most transformative and best experience I’ve ever had gaming. If you enjoyed Skyrim, or love fantasy role playing games, this is a must have / must play game if there ever was one. To all of the critics that rated this game below 80, please quit your job, because youMuch like another reviewer I read on here, I’ve been playing video games for as long as they’ve existed, and this is the most transformative and best experience I’ve ever had gaming. If you enjoyed Skyrim, or love fantasy role playing games, this is a must have / must play game if there ever was one. To all of the critics that rated this game below 80, please quit your job, because you haven’t a clue.

    The immersion level is simply astounding; I find myself rotating weapons in my hands, and casting spells, just to look at them. It’s like nothing ever experienced in gaming before; truly transformative and amazing.    … Expand
  78. sergeyotro
    Nov 22, 2017
    10
    Awesome experience, Move Controllers bring archery and magic to the whole another level of fun.
    Watching flat Skyrim and BEING there makes SO MUCH difference, you wouldn't belive.
    I've completed it twice, one time on PC when it was released and one time on Xbox360, couple years later. Going there in VR feels like I'm playing an absolutely new game. Graphics are pretty bad, though.    Awesome experience, Move Controllers bring archery and magic to the whole another level of fun.
    Watching flat Skyrim and BEING there makes SO MUCH difference, you wouldn't belive.

    I've completed it twice, one time on PC when it was released and one time on Xbox360, couple years later. Going there in VR feels like I'm playing an absolutely new game.

    Graphics are pretty bad, though. Playing on PRO, have seen comparsion screenshots between OG and PRO and there isn't much difference at all. PRO support seems unfinished, as 1.8 vs 4.2 tflpops should bring a lot more changes then just a bit increased resolution with supersampling.    … Expand
  79. Kgonros
    Nov 23, 2017
    8
    As most VR games do, it makes you feel you are actually there. That´s quite obvious with most VR experiences/games. PS VR is a first generation technology for consoles, not as graphically polished as we would all want, but still someting impressive over inmersion. Skyrim wasn´t the most graphically developed game back in the time (6 years in gaming is almost like a century in humanAs most VR games do, it makes you feel you are actually there. That´s quite obvious with most VR experiences/games. PS VR is a first generation technology for consoles, not as graphically polished as we would all want, but still someting impressive over inmersion. Skyrim wasn´t the most graphically developed game back in the time (6 years in gaming is almost like a century in human lifetime), and it looks aged compared to other VR experiences like RE7. That said, Skyrim VR is just AMAZING. Just think about taking a full world into your living room, the 100+ gameplay hours ( I´ve played four hours in a row, without any dizziness, it just gets so inmersive..) the voices, graphics ( yes, all looks blurry in the distance, but FGS, just go for closer combat) And the dungeons just look as something you have never been into. BTW, that´s the best move controllers implemented game in PSVR I´ve played. I´ll give it a 80. Would be (much) higher if/when Bethesda patches it, specially for PRO users.… Expand
  80. Tritonio
    Jun 9, 2018
    0
    Was the reason I got PSVR. Was the best game I had ever played (in general, not just in PSVR) even though it's still a bugfest. Until I realized I was hit by a main questline breaking bug which forces me to go back to a savegame from 2 and a half months ago.

    If I manage to fix it I will revise my rating a bit. Currently this was a huge waste of time. I've spent more than one quarter of    Was the reason I got PSVR. Was the best game I had ever played (in general, not just in PSVR) even though it's still a bugfest. Until I realized I was hit by a main questline breaking bug which forces me to go back to a savegame from 2 and a half months ago.

    If I manage to fix it I will revise my rating a bit. Currently this was a huge waste of time. I've spent more than one quarter of my time by now trying to fix bugs rather than actually progressing in the game.

    I'm never touching Bethesda again on a console or without mod support. 7 years and we're still battling game breaking bugs in Skyrim. On the PC bugs are minimal with the mods that fix them.    … Expand
  81. ignore78
    Nov 23, 2017
    3
    do not buy this if you are used to play the pc version or ps4 version. This is blurry and really bad looking. i think the 3d effect is bad and i dont feel that it is real. and when i am holding a weapon it feels cheap. and the controls are horrible. the only thing that is good is that it runs smooth. i dont want to continue playing in VR, the game is soo much better non VR. And when youdo not buy this if you are used to play the pc version or ps4 version. This is blurry and really bad looking. i think the 3d effect is bad and i dont feel that it is real. and when i am holding a weapon it feels cheap. and the controls are horrible. the only thing that is good is that it runs smooth. i dont want to continue playing in VR, the game is soo much better non VR. And when you are attacking with motion controllers you are just poking the enemies. maybe the first enemy you are swinging the sword like a real swing, but you are not going to want to keep doing that much longer. and often when you are waving your sword at the enemy, sometimes the move controllers appears and the weapons are gone for a sec, and then they comes back. No! i dont recommend skyrim VR at all. if you dont have played skyrim at all. please dont play this before you have played the real thing. this is just a fun experiment for those who love skyrim and wants to look inside VR.… Expand
  82. CloseTalker
    Nov 28, 2017
    6
    This was a really difficult game to score. Being thrust into a vast virtual open world is a pretty amazing experience, for a little while. However, I think this game is a good demonstration that VR will never replace conventional gaming.

    For a long time I've felt that immersion was not really what made video games fun, and this confirms it. That's not to say that immersion isn't fun -    This was a really difficult game to score. Being thrust into a vast virtual open world is a pretty amazing experience, for a little while. However, I think this game is a good demonstration that VR will never replace conventional gaming.

    For a long time I've felt that immersion was not really what made video games fun, and this confirms it. That's not to say that immersion isn't fun - it definitely is cool to look around and feel the sensation of being dwarfed by huge mountains and massive dragons. I just think that the sacrifice of poor controllability isn't worth it, at least with the current hardware. I mostly played with the move controllers on "smooth movement", which works fairly well but eventually becomes tedious. I found the DS4 controls to be terrible because the character moves in the directions that you are looking when you turn your head, which feels really unnatural and frustrating. I'm willing to bet that a very small group of players will actually attempt to beat this game, but I'd happily be proven wrong.

    Overall, I did have a fun time playing this, but after about 6 hours I put the headset away and returned to normal Skyrim, which I feel is the better way to experience this old masterpiece.    … Expand
  83. trollkiller55
    Nov 21, 2017
    10
    Bought the PSVR (Black Friday sale) to play this game...a game I;ve already played through at least 3 times...playing strictly with Ps4 controller, NOT motion controllers....and I am LOVING it. The immersive effects are of course amazing when you're face to face with a dragon, but also in mundane spots like talking to the blacksmith in the beginning of the game--a NPC that you'veBought the PSVR (Black Friday sale) to play this game...a game I;ve already played through at least 3 times...playing strictly with Ps4 controller, NOT motion controllers....and I am LOVING it. The immersive effects are of course amazing when you're face to face with a dragon, but also in mundane spots like talking to the blacksmith in the beginning of the game--a NPC that you've interacted with hundreds of times already in other versions somehow seems much more like a living person and even this experience feels new. Glad I bought it!… Expand
  84. Vanderblade
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    It's a game that lets you literally step into the world of Skyrim. I can't imagine a better selling point. While the Moves offer more immersion, playing with the DS4 gives you the controls you're used to while also allowing the PSVR to place you in the world. Astounding.
  85. Knirt
    Feb 13, 2018
    10
    Best VR game available so far besides RE7 but unfortunately RE7 only lasts so long. Skyrim VR is the only VR game on PSVR right now that you can play for hundreds of hours (it's Skyrim after all). Only drawbacks are lower graphic resolution and the usual bugs. If you are looking for a VR game that keeps you busy this is it.
  86. RandomLetters27
    Mar 29, 2018
    10
    After 30-some years, THIS is the gaming dream come true. A fully realized virtual world, with you standing inside it in VR. Go anywhere, do anything. Use the Move controllers, this is the most fun you've ever had fighting in a videogame.

    You're not just playing a game anymore, you're in a whole new world.
  87. visiblelight7
    Jul 3, 2018
    10
    This and RE7 are the only 2 games in PSVR that are full length games with depth.

    I've played Skyrim before but trust me, NOTHING compares to actually being inside the game.
    Thanks to VR you are not only playing skyrim, you ARE INSIDE SKYRIM.

    Ignore the reviews about the blurry graphics. BETHESDA PATCHED THE GAME on JUNE 25th.
    It's one of the BEST looking VR games now.
  88. ErikGamer
    Aug 9, 2018
    10
    this is simply the best, largest and complete full game on PSVR. Combat in VR with the Move controllers is what VR is all about: you're there, facing countless dangers in front of you and from your back, and you raiser your shield and find an opening and attack, or you run away, go stealthy, aim your bow from afar and get them without they ever seeing you. Or waving powerful spells atthis is simply the best, largest and complete full game on PSVR. Combat in VR with the Move controllers is what VR is all about: you're there, facing countless dangers in front of you and from your back, and you raiser your shield and find an opening and attack, or you run away, go stealthy, aim your bow from afar and get them without they ever seeing you. Or waving powerful spells at giant spiders, draugrs, bandits, wolves, giants, you name it... all details such as books or objects and houses are there from the original game.

    locomotion could be initially easier if the Move controllers had analog sticks, but still much thought went into how to make it work and once you get used to it (like in the new intro tutorial area), it's as natural as with analogs

    anyway, there's no ammount of enough praise to Bethesda for proving that PSVR is capable of being more than a costly amusement toy...    … Expand
  89. DeadHeadDraven
    Apr 18, 2018
    9
    Best game for PSVR - Its full Skyrim in VR with a graphical downgrade, Amazing RPG, Massive World, and really immersive. If you are fighting with melee weapons it can be hit or miss but using magic or bows its downright brilliant
  90. captain_z1zzle
    Jun 4, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the best games on the VR platform. Looks blurry at first (indoors - especially the dungeoans - it is much better), soon to be forgotten when you dive in into this almost endless adventure.

    The controls with two moves are awesome and work really well - compensating the lack of proper sticks. This is the way Skyrim is meant to be played. Be in this fascinating world and    Easily one of the best games on the VR platform. Looks blurry at first (indoors - especially the dungeoans - it is much better), soon to be forgotten when you dive in into this almost endless adventure.

    The controls with two moves are awesome and work really well - compensating the lack of proper sticks.

    This is the way Skyrim is meant to be played. Be in this fascinating world and do not just look at it.
    Archery and magic works best, but also melee etc feels great.    … Expand
  91. Aidenb
    Oct 19, 2020
    4
    I know I am a bit late to this party, but Skyrim is one of my favorite games of all time. And even as an adult who can recognize all the blatant flaws in the game design, RPG Systems, quests and story etc. At the end of the day it is a great videogame that I used to enjoy playing over and over again.

    But over time, my nostalgia blew away to the wind. My cynicism kicked in and I can't    I know I am a bit late to this party, but Skyrim is one of my favorite games of all time. And even as an adult who can recognize all the blatant flaws in the game design, RPG Systems, quests and story etc. At the end of the day it is a great videogame that I used to enjoy playing over and over again.

    But over time, my nostalgia blew away to the wind. My cynicism kicked in and I can't play the game now without noting the useless skill trees, the simplistic writing, the stilted character designs and facial animations. Even the quest design, which in an RPG is crucial to the experience, is fundamentally flawed from the ground up. The once lovingly nostalgic "Hey, you, you're finally awake..." line at the beginning, was now a repetitive moniker, symbolizing a played out formula Bethesda had been using for decades.

    Skyrim had lost it's magic for me. It's wonder. As you can see, I am not exactly in love with this game anymore.

    A couple weeks ago I picked up a PSVR, and a few games, Batman Arkham VR, Star wars Squadrons, Iron Man VR, and Resident Evil 7.

    I don't get motion Sickness. Ever. Batman didn't make me sick, (mostly because your just standing around) Star wars Squadrons didn't give me Motion sickness, and keep in mind that squadrons, is very intense, and insanely fast moving game. Iron Man VR was the same, and Resident Evil? Well, let's just say that was an utter nightmare, but in a good way.

    Skyrim however was a nightmare in a different way.

    At the beginning you are asked to choose your look settings, movement settings and other things. I chose to just move along with a walking pace, no teleporting.

    And as soon as I woke up on that carriage, glancing at the nostalgic world I had fallen in and out of love with for so long, I couldn't help but feel...glee...

    A childish wonder I haven't felt in so very long. And when the leather-faced stilted dolt sitting across from me said "Hey, you, you're finally awake..." I just smiled like an idiot.

    After making a character, being saved by a dragon and running into the tower, the overwhelming sense of nostalgia came over me so quickly. It was magic again, it was fun. The combat sucked but it was still Skyrim.

    Then while going through the dungeons of Helgen, around the part where you get the potions from that little room, I felt my head spinning, the ground moving from underneath my feet, my stomach doing backflips. I just wanted to rip off the headset and lay down. But I'm not a quitter, it wouldn't be fair for me to judge this kind of game based on it's gameplay without actually playing it for two hours.

    So I switched it to the teleportation mode and that helped a bit, I also opted to sit down for the rest of my playthrough, but it didn't help much, by the time I fought the giant spiders, I had been feeling miserable.

    But then I left the cave and witnessed the blinding light, the mountain housing Bleak Falls Barrow, the running river, the insects polluting some bushes nearby, the gorgeous soundtrack and the sound of the wind blowing right by me, and of course that magnificent dragon that soars over me, roaring it's distinct shouts. This is what Skyrim VR gets right, the world truly is, alive.

    But at the end of that playthrough I couldn't even get to Riverwood, the first town in the game you happen upon.

    The next week I tried again. And still got sick, I do not know what in the hell causes me to get sick during this game and not a space dogfighting simulation like Squadrons. I think it has to do with the framerate. But anyways, moving on to Whiterun, something horrible happened, the nostalgia went away, the motion sickness went away and was instead replaced by immeasurable Disappointment.

    I was disappointed in Skyrim VR. Not just because of the frame rate. But because at the end of the day, it is still Skyrim. Skyrim, this beautiful game with absolutely terrible graphics.

    Skyrim, one of the most immersive games ever made, but is still buggy and glitchy to all hell.

    Skyrim a world full of a thousand characters that are as deep as a puddle.

    Skyrim this confusing, ugly, beautiful, unique mess of a game, is not better in VR.

    Some people believe VR is the definitive way to play this game. It is not, it was made as a regular game, and it barely does that right. Please don't get it, please don't try and replay it again. Just live in it, because the definitive way to play The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, is through nostalgia.

    And PSVR does not have a rose tinted glasses setting.    … Expand
  92. Skepller
    Apr 17, 2020
    9
    I don't think i need to say much, this is the whole of Skyrim... but IN VR!
    The game is legendary, and it's hard to say that, but this version is EVEN BETTER than 'normal' Skyrim for me. In VR the game got way more interesting, i ended up way more immersed in the story than when i played Skyrim originally, and if you have a PSVR, i couldn't recommend it more, it's by far my most played VR    I don't think i need to say much, this is the whole of Skyrim... but IN VR!
    The game is legendary, and it's hard to say that, but this version is EVEN BETTER than 'normal' Skyrim for me. In VR the game got way more interesting, i ended up way more immersed in the story than when i played Skyrim originally, and if you have a PSVR, i couldn't recommend it more, it's by far my most played VR game (15 hours and counting) because of it's gigantic world to explore and all the things to do.

    This one is an easy recommendation, even if you played the 'normal' 'flat screen' Skyrim (as i did). I just can't give it a 10 because the graphics looks dated, obviously, but it's a really minor """issue""".    … Expand
  93. CoreGamer1408
    Jun 27, 2023
    4
    Skyrim VR has Pixelation and FOV like am back in the PS1 era. The PS/VR technology is just quite not there yet and this being an old game doesn't help. So the items/buildings close up look like a painted 3D pictures on cardboard. The enviroments could of been amazing to look at, but again the pixelation makes everything in the background blurred. Close up the dated NPC are not detailedSkyrim VR has Pixelation and FOV like am back in the PS1 era. The PS/VR technology is just quite not there yet and this being an old game doesn't help. So the items/buildings close up look like a painted 3D pictures on cardboard. The enviroments could of been amazing to look at, but again the pixelation makes everything in the background blurred. Close up the dated NPC are not detailed enough so everything looks and feels gamerfied. I feel more like am in a studio set than a live open world. RE7 tricked my brain enough so I felt I was in a creepy old house. Skyrim looks and feels all so very fake and so blurred out.

    After trying several different VR games the motion sickness has finally gone. Still with all that plastic and rubber on the head? Head overheat happens pretty quicky. Yeah even when using a massive floor fan to try and counter it. Maybe I need to use PS/VR in the winter or something?    … Expand
  94. dragonmachida
    Dec 31, 2018
    10
    Outstanding. Vr adds such an amazing element to Skyrim. It feels like you're really transported to a magical world.
  95. coolwali
    Jul 13, 2020
    8
    Issues in the base version of Skyrim seem to disappear in the VR Version. The basic combat feels more exhilarating when you're the one swinging the swords manually or aiming the bow. The somewhat jagged and rough visuals feel more alive when you're actually in the world. I only wish the game was expanded more to take advantage of VR like allowing the player to parry and strike using theIssues in the base version of Skyrim seem to disappear in the VR Version. The basic combat feels more exhilarating when you're the one swinging the swords manually or aiming the bow. The somewhat jagged and rough visuals feel more alive when you're actually in the world. I only wish the game was expanded more to take advantage of VR like allowing the player to parry and strike using the Move Controllers and have the enemies respond better to it.

    Still, Skyrim VR is a must have for fans of VR.    … Expand
  96. shad0w101
    Jul 1, 2019
    3
    So this game was released way back into 2017 and they fail to acknowledge or fix all the game breaking bugs you experience and mid-end game like the known "Black sky bug" even after countless people had reported it. This is very shameful business practices
  97. guzforster
    Dec 8, 2019
    10
    Well, this is THE open world game that defined everything on how it should be done. I still enjoy it so much after years of playing it. This is just a masterpiece.
  98. Blumcole
    Dec 6, 2019
    9
    The best way of playing Skyrim imo. Graphics aren't fantastic but the world really comes alive. And it's Skyrim so it's good. I'm not a fan of the motion controls but I play with the DS4 so the options are there.
  99. TheEnclaveFO3
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    Great game overall, the only reason its not a 10 is because the tracking is really bad, other than that, its the same as regular Skyrim, just in VR and kinda glitchy.
  100. SebbyPlaysMusic
    Feb 11, 2021
    10
    This basically just being Skyrim: Special Edition, it has the same strengths and weaknesses as that game.

    However... I'll just put it this way: You know how some people just like trying to jump their way up the sides of mountains, and you can use that to reach the highest mountaintop before it's opened? I tried that, and perceiving just how high up I was and how loose the footing was    This basically just being Skyrim: Special Edition, it has the same strengths and weaknesses as that game.

    However... I'll just put it this way:
    You know how some people just like trying to jump their way up the sides of mountains, and you can use that to reach the highest mountaintop before it's opened? I tried that, and perceiving just how high up I was and how loose the footing was was actually making my palms sweat. Adding some real depth perception to these environments is an absolute treat, whether it be the snow falling in the northern mountains, the vast machinations of the Dwemer ruins, or the cavernous glow of Blackreach.

    One of the biggest improvements here is just how easy it is to aim*. Most people reviewing this game seem to have chosen to focus on archery as it feels greatly improved, as have I; The arrow literally goes directly towards the center of your vision in whatever direction you face your head towards, which is astoundingly intuitive in it's simplicity, and mixed with the perks of unlocking slow-motion and whatnot, it feels pretty badass, honestly.
    *I really MUST note just how much easier it is to simply interact with specific items on shelves! Even just noticing items is easier. Do you have any clue how many times, while playing the original Skyrim, I accidentally picked up things I didn't want and then had to do menu work, dropping stuff? That's practically gone here, and it makes the game so much more fluent and enjoyable.

    This isn't to say that you have to choose archery in order to fully enjoy this game, as melee combat can't help but feel more impactful as you move in and out for attacks. Sneaking is much more interesting as you can actually peer out around a corner slightly, which wouldn't have worked the same playing first person in the O.G.

    Load times are equivalent to the PS4 Skyrim: Special Edition release.

    In terms of graphics... I really think people should take into account that wearing a PSVR headset is akin to stretching PS4 graphics to the resolution of an entire wall. Nothing's going to look as good as it does on a regular-sized TV without an upgrade. That said, while some occasional textures seem vanilla, they're sparse enough to not detract from a thoroughly engaging experience; There's still plenty to gasp in awe at. I mean, seriously, I stared at the skill tree menu for like 5 minutes straight the first time I opened it up.

    This is one of the best VR games out right now, and probably for a while, and in my opinion, the truest and most engaging way to experience Skyrim. I'm kind of jealous of anyone who gets to play this game for the first time with this version.

    Edit: I'm currently experiencing the Dragonborn DLC for the first time, and I WAS NOT MENTALLY READY TO OPEN THAT BLACK BOOK. WHY AM I SUDDENLY DEALING WITH CTHULHU SPAWN IN A HELLISH ABYSS? I want my mommy...

    P.S. I use the standard Dualshock controller, as I don't own a Move.
    I prefer standing up when traversing (as it doesn't feel quite right to be sitting down when there's a giant dragon screaming in my face), and sitting down when I handle town-based stuff.    … Expand
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  1. Worth Playing
    Dec 27, 2018
    72
    While it's not the best VR game, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR is the most massive RPG on PSVR, and it's just as addictive as it's always been. Regardless of whether you play the main quests, chase down all of the side content, go hunting, go dungeoneering, be a smith and forge your own weapons, or go wherever you want to go, Skyrim works well enough, and that should be good enough for most players.
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  2. CD-Action
    Feb 8, 2018
    75
    VR really lets you experience Skyrim on a whole different level of immersion. Even despite PS VR’s low resolution it’s really easy to forget about the real world. The problem for me was that although I’m usually resistant to VR-induced nausea, after ca. 40-60 minutes with Skyrim VR I was starting to feel sick. [01/2018, p.50]
  3. Playstation Official Magazine UK
    Feb 6, 2018
    80
    It's not perfect but there's no other PS VR game with this level of depth and detail. Even if you think you've seen it all before, you've definitely never see it like this. [Jan 2018, p.96]
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