The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Role-playing (RPG) • Adventure
2011

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is an upcoming Role-playing (RPG)/Adventure game releasing on PlayStation 3, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox 360. Scheduled to launch on November 10, 2011.

Developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.

Release Date: 11/11/2011

Released
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Story

The Empire of Tamriel is on the edge. The High King of Skyrim has been murdered. Alliances form as claims to the throne are made. In the midst of this conflict, a far more dangerous, ancient evil is awakened. Dragons, long lost to the passages of the Elder Scrolls, have returned to Tamriel. The future of Skyrim, even the Empire itself, hangs in the balance as they wait for the prophesized Dragonborn to come; a hero born with the power of The Voice, and the only one who can stand amongst the dragons.

Screenshots

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Game Information

Platforms

PlayStation 3PC (Microsoft Windows)Xbox 360

Genres

Role-playing (RPG)Adventure

Developer

  • Bethesda Game Studios

Publisher

  • Bethesda Softworks

Age Rating

ESRB: Unknown

Player Perspective

First personThird person

Part of

  • The Elder Scrolls franchise

Ratings & Reviews

80%
Critic Score
10 reviews
88%
User Score
3749 ratings

Features & Details

Themes & Elements

ActionFantasyStealthSandboxOpen world

Game Modes

Single player

Key Features

assassinorcsbloodymedievaldiseasevampiremurdermagic

Game Engine

Built with Creation Engine

Release Information

Primary Release Date

November 10, 2011

✅ Already released

Platform Release Dates

PlayStation 3

December 8, 2011
Japan
November 11, 2011
North America
November 11, 2011
Europe
November 11, 2011
Worldwide

PC (Microsoft Windows)

November 10, 2011
Worldwide
November 10, 2011
North America
December 8, 2011
Japan

Xbox 360

November 11, 2011
Worldwide
December 8, 2011
Japan

Release Notes

  • Release dates may vary by region and platform
  • Pre-orders may be available before the official release date
  • Digital releases typically go live at 00:00 local time
  • Physical releases may arrive a few days earlier or later depending on shipping

System Requirements

Estimated system requirements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim on PC

Minimum Requirements

os:Windows 10 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-8700K / AMD Ryzen 7 2700X
memory:16 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 2060 / AMD RX 6600 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:50 GB available space (SSD recommended)

Recommended Requirements

✨ Recommended
os:Windows 11 64-bit
processor:Intel Core i7-10700K / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X
memory:32 GB RAM
graphics:NVIDIA RTX 3080 / AMD RX 6800 XT
directx:Version 12
storage:100 GB available space (NVMe SSD recommended)

Important Notes

  • These are estimated requirements based on game analysis and industry standards
  • Official system requirements will be announced closer to release date
  • SSD storage highly recommended for reduced loading times
  • Requirements may vary for different graphics settings (Low, Medium, High, Ultra)
  • VR games may have additional requirements if VR support is included

💡Performance Tips

For the best experience with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, consider upgrading to an SSD, ensuring your graphics drivers are up to date, and closing unnecessary background applications before playing.

Frequently Asked Questions about The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim