The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

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8.3

Generally favorable reviews- based on 750 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 617 out of 750
  2. Mixed: 57 out of 750
  3. Negative: 76 out of 750
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  1. windigo_joe
    Aug 22, 2023
    8
    Great game that has hundreds of hours of story, fantastic graphics, and exciting dragon battles. The Switch port holds up well. There are always new ways to experience skyrim, even if you have been there many times before
  2. Skuty
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
    This game is a 10/10 game if you have mods and you play it on a PC. It is still a very fun game on the Switch, and it feels amazing to play on the go or on a couch. The reason I gave it an 8 is because I encountered 2 game breaking glitches, and lost around 5 hours of progress because of it. SAVE ALL THE TIME. Before you go on a mission or after you clear some sort of objective, ALWAYS,This game is a 10/10 game if you have mods and you play it on a PC. It is still a very fun game on the Switch, and it feels amazing to play on the go or on a couch. The reason I gave it an 8 is because I encountered 2 game breaking glitches, and lost around 5 hours of progress because of it. SAVE ALL THE TIME. Before you go on a mission or after you clear some sort of objective, ALWAYS, SAVE.

    Everything else is fine though. I would give this a 0/10 because you can't marry Serana, but I'm feeling generous today.    … Expand
  3. Jmanueldg
    Jun 15, 2023
    10
    Uno de los mejores juegos y starfild será otro nuevo récord y así fue como un juego se transforma en leyenda
  4. LeonardoDray
    May 11, 2023
    8
    Great game but I don't feel exploration is encouraged as everywhere looks the same once your running in the wilderness.
    The colour pallet could be a bit less in dark and grim.
    Too many warp points it's just confusing.
  5. Ripper36
    Apr 10, 2023
    9
    WOW!!! what a load on content. Playing it on the Switch is awesome. Plays and sounds perfect. It has a good story which other open world games )like Breath Of The Wild had nothing to offer) Yes the Graphics are only a touch better then the PS3/360 but it is still just a great game. Huge worlds and tons of quests. Great job Nintendo/Bethesda
  6. Mehmethan07
    Mar 30, 2023
    10
    open world ,rpg system, questlines. I think it's the best game I've ever played and whiterun is like my home
  7. OpticalFred
    Mar 28, 2023
    8
    I never understand why skyrim is considered such a masterpiece don't get me wrong the game is fun on the beginning but the more you play the more you realise that the fighting system is clunky af, the cavern or instances are just copy/paste, the story is ok and the most important the game is full of bugs.

    Every fanboy will say omg but the mods!,the mods!.... who cares about the mods    I never understand why skyrim is considered such a masterpiece don't get me wrong the game is fun on the beginning but the more you play the more you realise that the fighting system is clunky af, the cavern or instances are just copy/paste, the story is ok and the most important the game is full of bugs.

    Every fanboy will say omg but the mods!,the mods!....
    who cares about the mods how do you still accept that Bethesda sells you game that aren't finish that you need to mod to make them good.

    I played around 40 hours and the more i played the more a realise his flaws.    … Expand
  8. MayMoJo
    Feb 24, 2023
    10
    I bought Skyrim 2012 for my PC, loved it like not other game before and stopped playing after over 350 hours with different characters and storylines around 2015. Bought this version immediately after I got myself a Switch. Skyrim in the bed, on the go, everywhere - a dream came true! Performance is superb, graphics too. In fact both better as on my old pc! Content is awesome too with theI bought Skyrim 2012 for my PC, loved it like not other game before and stopped playing after over 350 hours with different characters and storylines around 2015. Bought this version immediately after I got myself a Switch. Skyrim in the bed, on the go, everywhere - a dream came true! Performance is superb, graphics too. In fact both better as on my old pc! Content is awesome too with the dlc's. Still worth to play!… Expand
  9. Dovakiin
    Jan 29, 2023
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Es el jugo clásico, muy entretenido se disfruta mucho como siempre pero con la ventaja de la portabilidad.… Expand
  10. Elite_Institute
    Nov 10, 2022
    10
    "Skyrim Anniversary Edition holds a special place in my heart. Sure, it’s not the best Elder Scrolls game (no matter what Todd Howard would have you believe), and it certainly has some issues (such as one too many Draugr Tombs…), but there’s just so much excellent content here that you can overlook its flaws and have a great time. The game may be a meme at this point, but it has also stood"Skyrim Anniversary Edition holds a special place in my heart. Sure, it’s not the best Elder Scrolls game (no matter what Todd Howard would have you believe), and it certainly has some issues (such as one too many Draugr Tombs…), but there’s just so much excellent content here that you can overlook its flaws and have a great time. The game may be a meme at this point, but it has also stood the test of time for a reason. It’s one hell of an RPG."

    https://theeliteinstitute.net/2022/11/11/skyrim-anniversary-edition/    … Expand
  11. Rapture_Veri
    Oct 7, 2022
    10
    So far this is one of the best open world games on the switch! The gameplay still holds up great in 2019!
  12. Zalabar22
    Oct 6, 2022
    9
    I can't believe they finally added anniversary content to the switch version! There are some really solid additions to the game that breathe new life into this already impressive rpg experience. I'm really enjoying the new quests and armor, and the new spells are fantastic additions as well.
  13. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    9
    Revolutionary open world game that was held back a bit due to technical issues.
  14. hyrts
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    I have spend some 500 hours with this beauty. I can still remember how much I waited for this game. If you like dragons, swords, thiefs, spells and beautiful snow-top mountains this game is for you.
  15. RagnarVX30
    May 23, 2022
    9
    EXCELENTE RPG, COM SIDES INCRÍVEIS, GAMEPLAY ACEITÁVEL, PORÉM PODERIA SER MELHOR.
  16. RRrpgManiax
    Mar 1, 2022
    10
    The Elder Scrolls is one of the premier RPG series around the globe. Skyrim, much like its predecessors does not disappoint. The game has phenomenal lore, worldbuilding, characters, and oozes charm and freedom. The roleplaying options are vast and immersive. Do you want to be a stealthy rogue who betrays and skulks about? Do you want to be a righteous Paladin dedicated to law and order? DoThe Elder Scrolls is one of the premier RPG series around the globe. Skyrim, much like its predecessors does not disappoint. The game has phenomenal lore, worldbuilding, characters, and oozes charm and freedom. The roleplaying options are vast and immersive. Do you want to be a stealthy rogue who betrays and skulks about? Do you want to be a righteous Paladin dedicated to law and order? Do you want to be the evil necromancer and summon the undead to do your bidding? Or do you want to steal bread and eat it in your house alone with your Argonian wife? Well those are all valid and viable options for one to partake in. This game is simply put an astounding work of art and everyone owes it to themself to give this game a gander.… Expand
  17. Tarkin01
    Feb 21, 2022
    10
    jugué skyrim por primera vez en la nintendo switch, (mi pc nunca pudo correrlo, Latinoamérica que puedo decir) y puedo decir que es una experiencia espectacular. Un port muy bien logrado. una alegría disfrutar del tes5.
  18. CzarSquid
    Feb 20, 2022
    10
    The last game Bethesda ever made. Press F to pay respects to the fallen giant
  19. fanmadeendings
    Feb 16, 2022
    9
    At times, this is like the coolest, most satisfying and expansive game ever - But it does have its ugly parts, mechanics like diseases come to mind, or that it has quite a lot of bugs. Still really good fun!
  20. Grandhatred
    Feb 5, 2022
    8
    who ever give this game a low review is
    -unreasonable pc graphic and fps whor3 (who also for some reason usually hate laptop gamer to)
    -nintendrone who only play mario
    -non gamer
  21. Kundanlyl
    Jan 9, 2022
    9
    Amazing game even the first time playing it was on the switch which was very limited, I still had a lot of fun but only got around 200 hours including some other accounts on the switch that weren't completed. This games fun can't be compared to other games I've played like the Witcher. I defiantly wish this game was longer and had more areas to explore since you would like to have mods butAmazing game even the first time playing it was on the switch which was very limited, I still had a lot of fun but only got around 200 hours including some other accounts on the switch that weren't completed. This games fun can't be compared to other games I've played like the Witcher. I defiantly wish this game was longer and had more areas to explore since you would like to have mods but the switch can't support it but that's fine. Overall amazing game especially on console or pc, definitely recommend, doesn't matter if you play it as an kid or as a grandma.… Expand
  22. Alexandr1987
    Dec 29, 2021
    10
    Отличная ролевая игра, проходится на одном дыхании, огромное количество модов на любой вкус. Отличная Русская озвучка.
  23. PizzaW0lf
    Nov 22, 2021
    8
    Skyrim offers a fun romp through its land. You can really customize your character. Great adventure game overall.
  24. olegigor
    Aug 31, 2021
    8
    Don't forget to put in a hundred useful modifications. Including Thomas the train replacing dragons
  25. micwideand
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    An amazing RPG packed with loads of stuff to do.
    If you love RPG's, you'll only love this game
  26. PsychopathicTim
    Jun 5, 2021
    10
    I have spent 800 hours in this game with my character Alsmen Blackwell... Nuff said.

    I love this game.
  27. YaProstoIgrock
    Jun 5, 2021
    10
    Сотни часов и играй не зачищена.
    Множество прохождений. И она не надоедает.
    Великий по проработке лор игры поражает.
  28. J_Voron
    May 7, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game! I went through it an infinite number of times. I recommend it to everyone!… Expand
  29. Yawffle
    Apr 1, 2021
    10
    I enjoyed this game very much. It's a mess of glitches, but I find that as part of the fun. I don't have any problems with the game.
  30. fluffypandacake
    Mar 17, 2021
    10
    Such a fun game. Has been one of my favourites since a kid. The Thieves Guild quest line is so cool, as is the Dark Brotherhood.
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Awards & Rankings

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#20 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#11 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#6 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 63 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 63
  3. Negative: 0 out of 63
  1. CD-Action
    Feb 8, 2018
    85
    Anyone who dreamed of exploring Skyrim on the go or during prolonged toilet sessions, will instantly forgive a slight downgrade needed to ensure fluidity (the game almost always runs at 30 fps). Apart from some visual trade-offs and a bit of exclusive Nintendo content (e.g. Link’s outfit) it’s the same game you know and possibly love. [01/2018, p.50]
  2. games(TM)
    Jan 25, 2018
    80
    It's Skyrim, warts and all, in your pocket. [Issue#196, p.90]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Jan 7, 2018
    90
    Whether it's your first Elder Scrolls experience or your fifth, Skyrim is still a worthy journey. [Issue #31 – January/February 2018, p. 25E]
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