The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim News, Tips, Tricks & Ideas

One of the biggest mods ever created for just shared an incredibly in-depth look into its development and it's a monumental achievement for all the volunteers who have contributed to the project. Announced shortly after Bethesda's RPG arrived in 2011, the incredibly ambitious mod known as has been in development for over a decade as the team behind has painstakingly worked to add the entirety of into. It's a massive undertaking, and based on the latest footage, development is progressing steadily.

March 25 marks 30th anniversary. Bethesda celebrated with a look back at the franchise’s history and a few words about its future. This includes a brief comment about the status of the long-awaited .

Sometimes, a game comes along that completely redefines its genre, changing how people think and feel about what comes after it — and sometimes, an RPG arrives that raises the bar so high those that follow struggle. And if that genre-defining RPG, like or , happens to be the first one someone plays, then it can ruin other RPGs when they are compared.

may soldier on as one of the most beloved role-playing games of all time, but that doesn't mean that it's perfect. Aside from the various bugs and glitches that have plagued the game since its release, one of the longest-standing complaints is that the artificial intelligence governing the game's NPCs isn't all that compelling, resulting in enemies that don't require strategy or skill to defeat. Fortunately, a new mod has taken aim at the problem.

People have been playing for over a decade at this point, but in all that time, it's doubtful they've reached a character Level of 1337. series has been a massive success story for Bethesda since the first game released in 1994. That success extends to the fifth installment in the main franchise, which remains incredibly popular with players.

Less than six months after release, isn’t too hot in terms of its Steam player numbers. In fact, Skyrim: Special Edition is outperforming the 2023 game in that regard and doing so several times over.

Not all followers in are created equal, and there is no better proof of that fact than the existence of essential followers. These NPCs are internally marked as significant characters, usually due to their involvement in important quests. As a result, they are impossible to kill by any means; bringing their health down to zero will only temporarily incapacitate them. While other followers can perish (rather easily) in their service to the Dragonborn, 's essential followers will stick by the player's side through the toughest battles, and that makes them some of the best company.

Becoming a vampire in is a bit different from what players might expect. Rather than simply being bitten by a vampire and consequently transforming through supernatural forces, players become one of the undead creatures by contracting and failing to treat a disease. Players can contract Sanguinare Vampiris by taking damage from any vampire or creature. In these early days of transformation, vampirism can be cured like any other disease: by taking any blessing from any god's shrine. But if the Dragonborn isn't cured within three in-game days, they will become a vampire themselves.

Despite being over 12 years old, remains one of the most popular RPGs and continues to enjoy a massive player base. However, along with the epic quests and classic dialogue, there are more than a fair few bug and glitches. While some of these have been fixed by Bethesda over the years, there are still a surprising amount that remain, much to the annoyance and amusement of players.

Located in the iconic town of Whiterun, the Jorrvaskr mead hall stands as one of the most impressive structures in . Found in the giant overturned longboat, the location stands as the headquarters for the mercenary band known as the Companions. As the oldest building in the town, Jorrvaskr has deep roots in Tamriel's history. While most will probably use the location as a place to store excess gear, there's actually a clever way to evict almost everyone from the place with no violence at all.

is one of the RPG genre's best-loved titles, and developer Bethesda Game Studios has capitalized on this popularity by publishing versions of the game across separate console generations. Bethesda's unique approach to filling out the decade-long wait for has been subject to plenty of jokes and wry commentary, but there's no denying it's yielded positive results for the company. It's also been rewarding for fans willing to reinvest in the title on different consoles, as more content has been added to it with each update.

Bethesda has released a new and quite chunky update for Skyrim Special Edition, which in itself isn't all that remarkable. Sure the game is several years old now, but it is still very popular with players, so why not give the game a boost if it needs it.

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It's been over a decade since was released, but a continual influx of mods ensures that the experience remains fresh year after year. From its atmospheric setting to roleplaying possibilities, is a uniquely compelling game, and mods help smooth over the rougher aspects or add new features to make it better than ever. Although many great mods have been around for a long time, recent excellent options show that the well never seems to run dry.

A new update for Skyrim Special Edition has introduced "Creations", a method through which community modders can sign up to the "Bethesda Game Studios Verified Creator Program" and then sell their work through the platform to receive royalties.

The setting of may be rather chilly, but the game's best wives can warm the Dragonborn's heart. Out of the 66 total marriage candidates, there are 30 female characters that players can romance, regardless of their in-game gender or race. As such, there are plenty of options for anyone to explore — but 10 in particular stand out as the best wives in, thanks to their unique personalities, captivating backstories, and specific gameplay advantages. Unfortunately, 's age becomes quite apparent when examining the romance system.

is a game of freedom, with the power to choose any path and for each Dragonborn to be whatever they wish. However, such freedom and choice means that there will be some game mechanics that will be outright ignored by some. Whether it's because the mechanic is broken, boring, or because it serves no function outside a very specific set of circumstances, there are some game mechanics that will be avoided by Dragonborns of all kinds.

Players are still making discoveries in , even though Bethesda’s critically acclaimed RPG is over 12 years old. The action RPG set in the northern region of Tamriel was well-received by critics and players alike due to its immersive storytelling in a huge world filled with secrets in every corner. Although it is outdated regarding technical performance and some mechanics, it is still widely regarded as one of the best games ever made.

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was a big hit when it launched in September, but two months later, its popularity is already slipping on Steam. The new game now has fewer active players on that platform than .

With 's latest, a lot of new content has been added, including new homes, such as the one found at Gallow's Hall. However, if you are looking to get this home, you will need to complete a quest called "" You will first need to reach Gallow's Hall, but finding this location is a bit tricky. You will be able to find the Hall by the banks of Mara's Eye Pond.

The content from 's Creation Club will require you to find a number of camps so that you can gather more information about a rogue conjurer. These campsites contain journals that give clues about Thoron, a powerful mage who needs to be tracked down over the course of two quests.

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