Previous games have taken us to Highrock, Hammerfell, Morrowind, Cyrodil, and Skyrim. Valenwood, Elsweyr and Black Marsh are the biggest places left to explore. Now Xbox Game Pass subscribers have begun to reap some of the benefits of this acquisition as it adds one of gaming's most celebrated RPG's today: Skyrim. Starting today, Xbox Game Pass.
- For the Alexa game, see The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Very Special Edition. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is a 2016 remastered version of the 2011 game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, the fifth installment of The Elder Scrolls series. It was released for PC.
- Skyrim is probably one of the most overrated games in recent years, with the Elder Scrolls series being one of the most overrated in the genre. As a whole I'd say the IP is average at best, and no title in said series is worthy of the title best game ever.
- The game is the first open-ended multiplayer installment of the franchise, and most of the continent of Tamriel is playable in the game. The Elder Scrolls Online had been in development for 5 years prior to its announcement and was released on April 4, 2014.
- 1Version 1.5
- 1.7Version 1.5.39
- 1.8Version 1.5.23
- 1.9Version 1.5.16
- 1.10Version 1.5
- 2Version 1.4
- 3Version 1.3
- 4Version 1.2
- 5Version 1.1
- 5.2Version 1.1.51.08
This page lists all patches released for the Special Edition. Upgrading Skyrim to the latest patch is usually recommended, as many bugs and glitches are often fixed by the patches. You can find out about your version in the lower left corner of the 'System' screen (Esc on PC, Start then selecting 'System' on console). Extra details on specific platforms can be found on the related pages: PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
Please note that having a designated patch installed will not guarantee that the issue it was supposed to fix will be fixed upon entering game. In some cases after a patch has been installed, players have noted that their previous save files have become unplayable, glitchy, and/or have other issues. As such, it may be necessary to start a new game file to have all issues resolved.
Version 1.5
Version 1.5.97
Version 1.5.97 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 21 November 2019.
- Support for new CC content was added.
- Wolves will now howl properly when idle.
- Additional art resources centering around content for Shivering Isles has been included with the base game as modders' resources.
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Version 1.5.80.0.8
Version 1.5.80.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 13 June 2019.
- Backend changes to support new Creation Club content.
- Fixed an issue with specular lighting on skin.
Version 1.5.73.0.8
Version 1.5.73.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 13 March 2019.
- Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
- Thieves Guild Hood will no longer disappear if player is a vampire (second instance on the variant record).
- Vegetable Soup and Venison Stew now properly restore health.
- Fixed a lighting error on the doors of Solitude (best seen on the door to Blue Palace).
- Removed an extraneous floor piece from Folgunthur.
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Version 1.5.62.0.8
Version 1.5.62.0.8 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 5 December 2018.
- Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
- Thieves Guild Hood will no longer disappear if player is a vampire.
- Fixed specular with 'Mourner's Hat' and 'Hat' on male Argonians.
- Fixed skinning and restored bridles on Imperial Saddle.
Version 1.5.53.0
Version 1.5.53.0 was released as an update for Steam, PS4, and Xbox One on 3 October 2018.
- Small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
Version 1.5.50.0
Version 1.5.50.0 was released as an update for Steam on 29 August 2018.[1]
- We're releasing a patch today with some small backend changes for PC, XB1, and PS4.
Version 1.5.39
Version 1.5.39 was released as an update for Steam and PS4 on 3 April 2018.[2]
New Features
- Support for additional player homes
Bug Fixes
- Minor bug fixes for Bethesda.net
- Updated script functions for new Creations
- Wolves have regained the ability to howl
Version 1.5.23
Version 1.5.23 was released as a stealth update on 30 November 2017. No official changelog has been posted by Bethesda, but the update includes the following:
New Features
- Official support for Xbox One X
Bug Fixes
- Updated script functions to support new Creations
- Removed Report button from Mods (Users should report Mods on Bethesda.net)
Version 1.5.16
Version 1.5.16 was released as an update for Steam 7 November 2017.[3] It was released for Xbox One and PS4 on 9 November 2017.
Fixes
- Fixed issue with rate of critters respawning in world
- Fixed crash related to changing profiles (Xbox One only)
- Fixed issues with screenshots displaying incorrectly in Creation Club/Mods
- Message of the Day heading revised
- Changed logic for how Creation Club content is initialized
- Minor bug fixes to Bethesda.net
Version 1.5
Version 1.5 was released as an update for Steam, PS4 and Xbox One on 3 October 2017.[4]
New features
- Message of the Day
- Support for ESL file format
- Mods - patch version numbers and notes added to Mod Details page
Fixes
- Minor fixes to Bethesda.net functionality
- Minor fixes to steam functionality
Version 1.4
Version 1.4 was released as a Steam update on 6 February 2017. The PS4 and Xbox One patches were released on February 9.[5]
New features
- Added Featured category for mods
- Added ability to sort Highest Rated and Most Favorited filters by today, week, month and all time
- Added number of ratings count to Mods Browsing Menu
- Added number of favorites count to Mod Details page
- Added required dependencies to Mod Details page
Fixes
- General performance and stability improvements
- Improvements to Reporting mods categories
- Fixed occasional crashes while scrolling through Load Order menu
- Improved Bethesda.net error messaging
Version 1.3
Version 1.3 was released as a Steam update on 21 November 2016, and was later updated on December 13.[6][7] It was released on PS4 (as 1.05) on 10 January 2017.
Fixes
- General stability and performance improvements
- Fixed an issue where Slow Time effects weren't behaving properly
- Better support for 144hz displays
- Fixed issue with being unable to log into Bethesda.net
Version 1.2
Version 1.2 was released as a Steam update on 11 November 2016. It was released on PS4 (as 1.04) on 14 November. It was released on Xbox One on 16 November.
Fixes
- General stability and performance improvements
- Fixed issue related to using alt-tab while playing the game (PC)
- Fixed issue with water flow not rendering properly
- Fixed crash related to changing from werewolf back to human form
- Fixed crash related to reloading after changing Load Order of mods
- General bug fixing and improvements with browsing Mods
Version 1.1
Version 1.03
Version 1.03 was released on PS4 and Xbox on 8 November 2016.
Version 1.1.51.08
Version 1.1.51.08 was released as a Steam update on 7 November 2016.
Fixes
- General performance and optimization improvements
- Fixed rare issue with NPCs not appearing in proper locations
- Fixed an issue with interface elements not appearing correctly on certain displays (Xbox One and PS4)
- Fixed issue with saves erroneously being marked as Modded, even though no mods are active
- Updated some sound files to not use compression
Notes
- Patch — the notes for the patches to the original game, all of which are included by default in the Special Edition
- Unofficial Skyrim Patch — an unofficial mod attempting to fix all the bugs not fixed by the official patches. Available on the PC, Xbox One, and Playstation 4.
References
- ^Skyrim SE patch 1.5.50.0
- ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5.39 Update
- ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5.16 Update
- ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.5 Update: Live for all platforms
- ^The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition 1.4 Update
- ^Skyrim Special Edition 1.3 Update
- ^Skyrim Special Edition Game Updates
Don't get me wrong, The Elder Scrolls franchise is a great one, but there are many games that are better RPGs than Skyrim. In this post, we take a look at some of the best.
Keep in mind that opinions are opinions. Whilst you may prefer Skyrim to some of the games on this list, we've included reasons why we think each of these six games deserves more credit.
Middle Earth: Shadow Of War
Minecraft ac mod. Expanding upon Middle Earth: Shadow Of Mordor, Shadow Of War is bigger and more immersive than any Lord Of The Rings RPG before it.
In Shadow Of War, you take control of Talion during a time phase between the events of The Lord Of The Rings movie franchise and The Hobbit franchise.
One of Shadow Of War's unique features that makes it stand out from other RPGs like Skyrim is its nemesis and follower mechanic. In Shadow Of War, every interaction you have with an important character makes an impact on how they treat you in the future.
If, for example, you treat an Orc badly, he may later come back to try and kill you. Alternatively, if you humiliate an Orc enough, he may fear you enough to become your follower. The way another character will respond to your actions depends on your own development as Talion as well as the level and status of the character you're interacting with.
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
CD Projekt Red did an outstanding job with The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. It's without a doubt, one of the most fulfilling video games in recent years. There's a lot to praise about The Witcher 3, so it's hard to know where to start.
The story is great, the lore is rich, and the world and environment are designed well. Everything about it seems to be a step higher than Skyrim in terms of storytelling and immersion. One thing we do miss out on is the character customization, however.
In The Witcher 3, you play as Geralt, a character that already has his own backstory as a Witcher. Skyrim gives you more freedom to create your own path as the Dragonborn.
Fallout: New Vegas
Fallout: New Vegas is considered to be one of the best Bethesda RPG games of all time. It's a role playing game that shares some similarities with Skyrim, but it does a lot differently.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world, there's more of a focus on player survival and crafting. The default hardcore mode also adds an entirely new experience to the mix – it's something that you wouldn't be able to experience in Skyrim without a decent set of survival mods installed.
There's also an in-depth reputation system in Fallout: New Vegas that actually makes an impact on which faction you are involved with. You are given the choice to further your reputation with certain factions and this can have a meaningful impact on the game.
Skyrim, on the other hand, has the Stormcloak and Imperial faction, but there's little you can do whilst out exploring the world that impacts your reputation with each faction.
Elder Scrolls Online
If Skyrim had a co-op mode, it could open up a new world of fun. Unfortunately, Skyrim is singleplayer-only. This means that if you want a social experience set in the Elder Scrolls universe, you will need to go play Elder Scrolls Online.
Fortunately, Elder Scrolls Online is actually a pretty decent game. It does well when compared to other MMOs and has dozens of hours of content. You'll be able to find stuff to do regardless of whether you're playing alone or with friends.
The quests available in The Elder Scrolls Online are filled with story-driven narrative, so if that's what draws you into RPG games, you'll have that going for you.
The major drawback to Elder Scrolls Online in comparison to Skyrim is its MMO-style combat. The Skyrim combat still remains unbeaten when compared to ESO.
Dragon Age: Origins
We're big fans of the Dragon Age universe. It has a slightly darker tone when compared to the Elder Scrolls world and this is reflected in the gameplay and story.
In Dragon Age: Origins, you play as a Grey Warden – you're part of an order of elite fighters that have been tasked with bringing down the Archdemon to bring balance back to the world.
There is a lot of variety when it comes to the different monsters you'll come across in Dragon Age: Origins. You'll fight against giant spiders, ghosts, ents, and of course dragons.
The plot plays a central part in Dragon Age: Origins. If you care about the story in games, you'll like Dragon Age: Origins – it does a great job at transporting you to an entirely different world.
Combat in Dragon Age is noteworthy – you essentially take control of your entire party. Combat isn't turn based, but you're given the feeling that you're able to take tactical oversight of a battle, as opposed to getting up close and personal. It's very different to the hack and slash seen in action RPG games.
Nioh
Speaking of action RPG games, how can we forget about Nioh? This was, without a doubt, one of the top games of 2017.
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Team NINJA and Koei Tecmo are responsible for creating Nioh. They did what they do best and turned the game into an unforgiving, incredibly challenging action RPG game that is heavily influenced by the backstory and character development.
Many people compare Nioh to Dark Souls, but it's better compared to Ninja Gaiden, an older action RPG game that puts you in the boots of Ryu Hayabusa, the leader of a ninja clan.
There's no doubt that Skyrim will go down as a historic RPG title, but it lacks any true challenge. If you're up for a challenge and couldn't find it in Skyrim, Nioh is the game for you.
Summary
Do any of the games on this list stand out to you? If you had to rate one of these as the absolute best RPG, which would it be?