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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition

Single Player

Critic · IGDB

4.1

Users · RAWG

2021

Released

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📅 Release Info

Release DateNovember 11, 2021

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🏷️ Game Details

Genres

ActionAdventureRPG

Playable on

PCPlayStationXboxNintendo

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PCPlayStation 4PlayStation 5Xbox Series S/XXbox OneNintendo Switch

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About this game

Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose. Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want; the legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Expansive open world supports varied, self-directed exploration.
Multiple factions, quests, skills, and builds support player freedom.
Extensive mod support enables continued replayability, especially on PC.
Broad selection of quests, locations, factions, and add-on content.
Northern fantasy setting, soundtrack, and sense of scale.

Cons

Glitches, scripting problems, and occasional crashes persist.
Real-time combat remains shallow and repetitive.
Writing and quest quality vary across the game.
Visual presentation includes dated animations, models, expressions, and effects.

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