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The Elder Scrolls V

The Elder Scrolls V

4.8· 183 ratings

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$10.24last seen Oct 29

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Our take on the The Elder Scrolls V

This is the Special Edition of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for PC, a download key redeemed on Steam. It bundles the Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn add-ons and adds remastered art, volumetric god rays, screen-space reflections and new water and snow shaders. It is a single-player open-world RPG where you can ignore the main story and roam, quest and build a character freely. The listed price is $9.99 at Instant Gaming as of November 3, well below the $39.99 Steam list price for the Special Edition.

Best forPlayers who want hundreds of hours of open-world explorationModders who want a cheap Steam key for the Special EditionFans of first-person or third-person fantasy RPGsBuyers who want all three official add-ons in one purchase
Pros
  • All three official add-ons included
  • Large modding community and mod packs that modernize the game
  • Flexible skill system that does not lock you into one playstyle
  • Remastered lighting, water and snow effects
  • Steam Achievements, Cloud, Remote Play and Family Sharing
  • Low price against the Steam list price
Cons
  • Bugs remain, including one report of a game-breaking intro cutscene bug
  • Combat can feel clunky
  • Download only, so no disc or box
  • Requires a Steam account and a key redemption step

The Elder Scrolls V price history

Lowest price we've seen: $10.24 on Oct 29. Tracked across 1 store since Oct 29.

What reviewers say

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 183 ratings. Buyers value the freedom, the modding scene and the value against the Steam price, while noting bugs and dated combat.

Pros
  • Freedom to ignore the main quest and do anything
  • Huge modding community and modernizing mod packs
  • Beautiful world and epic music
  • Fast, easy Steam activation and key delivery
Cons
  • Noticeable bugs, including a game-breaking intro cutscene bug
  • Combat can feel clunky

From instant-gaming.com

  • Remastered version of the open-world action RPG The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
  • Includes all official add-ons: Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn
  • Remastered art and effects, volumetric god rays, dynamic depth of field, screen-space reflections, new water and snow shaders
  • Play from first-person or third-person perspective across an open world of wilderness, towns, cities and fortresses
  • Free-form gameplay: ignore the main story to explore, quest and build your character
  • Single-player with Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Remote Play and Family Sharing
Shipping
Digital download: you receive an official key and can play in seconds.
In the box
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - All official add-ons

What buyers say

Buyers like
  • Freedom to do anything and ignore the main quest
  • Huge modding community and mod packs that modernise the game
  • Beautiful world and epic music
  • Flexible skill system that doesn't lock you into one playstyle
  • Fast, easy Steam activation and key delivery
  • Great value compared to Steam price
Buyers complain about
  • Noticeable bugs, including one report of a game-breaking bug at the intro cutscene
  • Combat can feel clunky

Specifications

System
PC
Genre
Role-playing, Action
Form Factor
Download
Edition
Standard Edition

Questions and answers

Is this the Special Edition or the original Skyrim?
It is the Special Edition, the remastered release with all three official add-ons and the improved lighting, water and snow effects. It is not the 2011 original release.
Do I need Steam to play it?
Yes. The purchase is a download key that activates on Steam, and Steam is required to install and launch the game.
What is included in the box?
You get The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and all official add-ons: Dawnguard, Hearthfire and Dragonborn. There is no disc; it is a download key.
Is it worth it over the Steam price?
At $9.99 at Instant Gaming as of November 3 against the $39.99 Steam list price, it is a clear saving for the same Special Edition content. Check that the key region matches your Steam account before buying.
Can I mod it?
Yes. The Special Edition has a large modding community, and mod packs can modernize graphics and gameplay. Mods are installed outside Steam, so follow each mod's requirements.
When is it cheapest?
Key resellers like Instant Gaming often sit well below the Steam list price, and deeper cuts appear during Steam seasonal sales. The listed $9.99 as of November 3 is already near the low end of its recent range.
What do buyers say about the The Elder Scrolls V?
Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 183 ratings. Buyers like: Freedom to do anything and ignore the main quest; Huge modding community and mod packs that modernise the game; Beautiful world and epic music. Common complaints: Noticeable bugs, including one report of a game-breaking bug at the intro cutscene; Combat can feel clunky.