The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Special Edition
2016 · Bethesda Game Studios
Has it aged?Why ↓
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features.
The publisher’s description, from its Steam store page.
What it looks like
the trailer, then the store's own shots
Common questions
What everyone else said
we link, we don't reprintHas it aged?
How does it hold up today? Based on recent reviews, how opinions have changed since launch, player activity and updates.
5 / 5
Recent reviews
91%positive (94% all-time)
13,042reviews in the last 6 months
% positive each month, last 4 years.
Reviews via Steam ↗Player activity
24kplaying at once, on average
+3%more than a year ago
Peak: 32k in Jan 2025.
Player counts via SteamCharts ↗Since launch
82%positive in its first year
91%positive in the last 6 months
Better liked than at launch.
Last updated
Aug 2026 last update from the developer
Updated within the last year, so still looked after.