ScreenRant

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is the multi-million-selling fifth entry in the Elder Scrolls franchises created by Bethesda Softworks. Set two hundred years after The Elder Scrolls IV; players will embark on a quest in the north of Tamriel as they come into their own as a Dragonborn, a being of immense power that has the ability to save the world. Players will travel the land of Skyrim with their own created character as they take on various quests and battle many foes on their way to stop Alduin the World Eater, a Dragon destined to destroy the world. 

The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim Poster
Franchise:
The Elder Scrolls
Platform:
Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Microsoft Windows
Released:
November 11, 2011
Developer:
Bethesda
Publisher:
Bethesda
Genre:
Action
Engine:
Creation Engine
ESRB:
Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol
Expansion Packs :
Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn
Sequel:
The Elder Scrolls 6
See Full Video Game Info

latest The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Articles

Skyrim's Erandur against an image of a nighttime sky in Windhelm. 1
Every Skyrim City, Ranked By How Interesting Their Quests Are

Skyrim's nine cities each tell a different story, and they're all worth exploring - but some locations offer a better experience than others.

By 
An image of Babette on the left and Sheogorath on the right. 1
Skyrim Characters Who Should Have Been Followers

Some followers can be more of a nuisance than anything else, but this could've been avoided if certain Skyrim characters took their place instead.

By 
A player wearing a full set of Madness Armor in Skyrim's Saints and Seducers DLC, made from Madness Ore 1
Skyrim: Madness Ore & Armor (How to Find & Forge It)

Skyrim's Madness Ore has been adjusted in the Saints and Seducers DLC, and now players can use it to craft their own Madness Armor (eventually).

By 
A close-up image of Lydia from Skyrim 1
Skyrim: Lydia Died? Secret Ways To Revive Her

Skyrim followers have an unfortunate habit of getting lost or dying, and the housecarl Lydia is no exception. Here are a few tricks to get her back.

By 
A multi-split screen image of four different immortal followers in Skyrim 1
All Essential Skyrim Followers Who Can't Die

Out of all the follower NPCs in Skyrim, there are only a select handful that are marked as essential and consequently can't die. Here's all of them.

By 
A group of Vampires in Skyrim feasting on a corpse 1
Skyrim: All Pros & Cons Of Becoming A Vampire

Becoming a vampire in Skyrim can change gameplay in some interesting ways, but it may not be for every player. Here are vampirism's pros and cons.

By 
An Unusual Gem in Skyrim sitting on a stone table 1
Unusual Gem Locations: How To Complete Skyrim's No Stone Unturned

Complete the No Stone Unturned quest in Skyrim, a multi-step task that takes the Dragonborn across Skyrim to find 24 Unusual Gems for a new effect.

By 
Two characters in Skyrim wearing Ghosts of the Tribunal Morrowind Armor 1
Skyrim Ghosts Of The Tribunal Guide: Everything You Need to Know

Players can complete various quests in Skyrim Ghosts of the Tribunal, and there's also a large number of new armor and weapons to collect.

By 
Images of a Dark Brotherhood Initiate, Lydia, and another follower in Skyrim next to each other. 1
Boethiah's Calling: Who to Sacrifice to Boethiah in Skyrim

In the Skyrim quest Boethiah's Calling players will need to sacrifice a follower. Players may want to choose based on convenience, justice, or impact.

By 
Two images side by side, with a Skyrim player dressed in heavy armor on the left and a monster on the right. 1
Skyrim: How to Start the Saints and Seducers DLC

Saints & Seducers adds new quests, enemies, gear, and much more to Skyrim. Players can begin the DLC by speaking to a particular Khajiit merchant.

By 
The elf archer Faendal in Skyrim standing on a pier in Riverwood. 1
Skyrim: Why Riverwood's Faendal Is Always A Better Choice Than Sven

The Dragonborn can encounter two potential followers after Skyrim's opening in Sven and Faendal, with the latter being a better option overall.

By 
A Skyrim player using the Transmute spell in first person next to an image of the Transmute spell in Skyrim's menu screen 1
Skyrim: How to Get the Transmute Spell

The Transmute spell is a fantastic source of early gold income in Skyrim. Furthermore, it is one of the most accessible rare spells to obtain.

By 
Two images side by side of a player trying to solve the Ansilvund Puzzle in Skyrim 1
Skyrim: Ansilvund Pillar Puzzle Guide & Solution

The pillar puzzle in Ansilvund is one of the more difficult puzzles in Skyrim to solve, but finding the solution is much easier than one might think.

By 
Necromancer Robes in Skyrim next to a picture of a giant skeleton 1
Skyrim: Necromantic Grimoire Guide (Spells & Robes)

With the addition of Necromantic Grimoire in Skyrim, players can become the ultimate necromancer, summoning skeletal giants and even dragon priests.

By 
An image of Pearlfish in Skyrim next to a blurry photo of Skyrim's map with a question mark over it 1
Skyrim: How to Get (& Use) Pearlfish

Pearlfish is a rare ingredient found in the northern areas of Skyrim. Once players catch it, they can use it in several beneficial Alchemy recipes.

By 
The Goldenhills Plantation in Skyrim outside of Whiterun 1
Skyrim Farming Guide: How to Start a Farm in Whiterun

The new farming content in Skyrim: Anniversary Edition allows players to run the Goldenhills Plantation in Whiterun, so long as they know where to go.

By 
The Seducers Bandit Leader in Skyrim next to an image of Ri'saad the Khajiit 1
Skyrim: Saints And Seducers - Bandit Camp Location Guide

After meeting with Ri'saad, Skyrim players will need to travel to the locations of four bandit camps in the Saints and Seducers questline.

By 
A welkynd stone and the logo for TESV: Skyrim 1
Skyrim: How to Get A Welkynd Stone (& What It's Used For)

Originally appearing in the Oblivion, Welkynd Stones have made their way to Skyrim, and players can use them to restore their Magicka pool.

By 
The Dragonborn looking at the viewer in Skyrim 1
All Versions Of Skyrim Compared To One Another & What's Changed

Skyrim has been released a number of times over the last decade. Here are the different versions that exist and how they compare to one another.

By 
A Spider, a Goat, and a Rabbit in Skyrim 1
Skyrim: Pets of Skyrim Quest (All Pet Locations)

Pets of Skyrim is a Creation added to Skyrim's Anniversary Edition that allows Elder Scrolls fans to have five new unique creature companions.

By