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+ | {{disambig|the original release|the Special Edition|[[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition]]|the VR version|[[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR]]}} | ||
{{Infobox game | {{Infobox game | ||
|cover = The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim cover.jpg | |cover = The Elder Scrolls V Skyrim cover.jpg | ||
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|release dates= | |release dates= | ||
{{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 11, 2011}} | {{Infobox game/row/date|Windows|November 11, 2011}} | ||
+ | |reception = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|Metacritic|the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim|94}} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/reception|IGDB|the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim|96}} | ||
+ | |taxonomy = | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/monetization | DLC }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/microtransactions | None }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/modes | Singleplayer }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/pacing | Real-time }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/perspectives | First-person, Third-person }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/controls | Direct control }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/genres | ARPG, Open world }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/sports | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/vehicles | }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/art styles | Realistic }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/themes | Fantasy }} | ||
+ | {{Infobox game/row/taxonomy/series | The Elder Scrolls }} | ||
|steam appid = 72850 | |steam appid = 72850 | ||
− | |steam appid side = 211720,226880, | + | |steam appid side = 202485,211720,220760,226880,1240360 |
− | |gogcom | + | |gogcom id = |
+ | |official site= https://elderscrolls.bethesda.net/en/skyrim | ||
+ | |hltb = 9859 | ||
|strategywiki = The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim | |strategywiki = The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim | ||
+ | |mobygames = elder-scrolls-v-skyrim | ||
|wikipedia = The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim | |wikipedia = The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim | ||
|winehq = 13667 | |winehq = 13667 | ||
|license = commercial | |license = commercial | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | {{ | + | |
− | + | {{Introduction | |
+ | |introduction = | ||
+ | |release history = | ||
+ | |current state = | ||
+ | }} | ||
'''Key points''' | '''Key points''' | ||
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'''General information''' | '''General information''' | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://forums.bethsoft.com/forum/117-v-skyrim/ Official forums] | + | {{mm}} [https://store.steampowered.com/manual/72850 Official manual] |
+ | {{mm}} [https://forums.bethsoft.com/forum/117-v-skyrim/ Official forums] | ||
{{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/72850/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | {{mm}} [https://steamcommunity.com/app/72850/discussions/ Steam Community Discussions] | ||
{{mm}} [http://www.geforce.com/Optimize/Guides/the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-tweak-guide GeForce Tweak Guide] | {{mm}} [http://www.geforce.com/Optimize/Guides/the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-tweak-guide GeForce Tweak Guide] | ||
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{{Availability| | {{Availability| | ||
{{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Retail | | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
− | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B004HYIAPM | Steam | Also available in {{store link|Amazon|B00E9I1FPI|The Elder Scrolls Anthology}}. | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| Amazon | B004HYIAPM | Steam | {{store link|Amazon|B00CJ7IUIQ|Legendary Edition}} also available. Also available in {{store link|Amazon|B00E9I1FPI|The Elder Scrolls Anthology}}. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-ES5S | Steam | | | Windows }} | + | {{Availability/row| GamersGate | DD-ES5S | Steam | {{store link|GamersGate|DD-ES5SLE|Legendary Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1057-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|1057-5|Legendary Edition}} | + | {{Availability/row| Gamesplanet | 1057-1 | Steam | {{store link|Gamesplanet|1057-5|Legendary Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} |
− | {{Availability/row| | + | {{Availability/row| GMG | the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim | Steam | {{store link|GMG|the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-legendary-edition|Legendary Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} |
− | {{ | + | {{Availability/row| Humble | the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim | Steam | {{store link|Humble|the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-legendary-edition|Legendary Edition}} also available. | | Windows }} |
{{Availability/row| Steam | 72850 | Steam | | | Windows }} | {{Availability/row| Steam | 72850 | Steam | | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
{{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam}}. | {{ii}} All versions require {{DRM|Steam}}. | ||
− | {{++}} Owners of Skyrim and all DLC received [[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition]] for free (limited time offer, ended on release date of Special | + | {{++}} Owners of Skyrim and all DLC received [[The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition]] for free (limited time offer, ended on release date of Special Edition).<ref>[https://twitter.com/BethesdaStudios/status/742194847101095936 BethesdaGameStudios on Twitter: "If you own #Skyrim and all its add-ons or own Legendary Edition on Steam, you'll get a free upgrade to Skyrim Special Edition on Oct 28 #BE3"]</ref> |
===Version differences=== | ===Version differences=== | ||
{{ii}} The Elder Scrolls Anthology includes [[The Elder Scrolls: Arena|Arena]], [[The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall|Daggerfall]], [[The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind|Morrowind]], [[The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion|Oblivion]] and Skyrim along with all the main expansions and DLC. | {{ii}} The Elder Scrolls Anthology includes [[The Elder Scrolls: Arena|Arena]], [[The Elder Scrolls II: Daggerfall|Daggerfall]], [[The Elder Scrolls III: Morrowind|Morrowind]], [[The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion|Oblivion]] and Skyrim along with all the main expansions and DLC. | ||
− | {{ii}} The | + | {{ii}} The Legendary Edition is a complete edition of Skyrim with all its DLC. |
{{DLC| | {{DLC| | ||
− | {{DLC/row| | + | {{DLC/row| {{store link|Steam|202485|Skyrim: High Resolution Texture Pack}} | Available for free. | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| | + | {{DLC/row| {{store link|Steam|211720|The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Dawnguard}}| | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| | + | {{DLC/row| {{store link|Steam|226880|The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Dragonborn}} | | Windows }} |
− | {{DLC/row| | + | {{DLC/row| {{store link|Steam|220760|The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Hearthfire}} | | Windows }} |
+ | {{DLC/row| {{store link|Steam|1240360|The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Soundtrack}} | | Windows }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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==Mods== | ==Mods== | ||
− | {{ii}} Before installing any mods, [[#SKSE|SKSE]] and either [https://www.nexusmods.com/ | + | {{ii}} Before installing any mods, [[#SKSE|SKSE]] and either [https://www.nexusmods.com/site/mods/1 Vortex] or [[#Mod Organizer|Mod Organizer]] should be installed. |
===Unofficial patches=== | ===Unofficial patches=== | ||
{{ii}} Community-created patches which fix many issues which otherwise remain unresolved in the official patches, such as rendering issues and subtitle coding errors. | {{ii}} Community-created patches which fix many issues which otherwise remain unresolved in the official patches, such as rendering issues and subtitle coding errors. | ||
− | {{mm}} [https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/71214/ Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch] | + | {{mm}} [https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/71214/ Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch]. |
− | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/ | + | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrimspecialedition/mods/6194 Mod Organizer]=== |
{{++}} Powerful and easy to use mod manager with mod virtualization, in order to keep the installation folder clean. | {{++}} Powerful and easy to use mod manager with mod virtualization, in order to keep the installation folder clean. | ||
{{++}} Features a configuration editor, the SKSE executable can also be set to be launched through the configurator. | {{++}} Features a configuration editor, the SKSE executable can also be set to be launched through the configurator. | ||
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{{ii}} Replaces NIF files in the official game files and mods for a CTD-Free game. | {{ii}} Replaces NIF files in the official game files and mods for a CTD-Free game. | ||
{{++}} Greatly reduces the amount of CTD to occur during in-game. | {{++}} Greatly reduces the amount of CTD to occur during in-game. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/72725 Crash Fixes]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Requires [[#SKSE|SKSE]]. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes some of the crashes in Skyrim. | ||
+ | |||
+ | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/76747 Bug fixes]=== | ||
+ | {{ii}} Requires [[#SKSE|SKSE]]. | ||
+ | {{++}} Fixes some engine related bugs in game. | ||
===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/78464 PerformanceHitRelief Remastered - PHR_RE]=== | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/78464 PerformanceHitRelief Remastered - PHR_RE]=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Removes grass, trees, clouds, fog and many more to keep a stable game | + | {{ii}} Removes grass, trees, clouds, fog and many more to keep a stable game. |
− | {{++}} Greatly improves FPS performance, but also reduces visuals to the point the game looks unrealistic | + | {{++}} Greatly improves FPS performance, but also reduces visuals to the point the game looks unrealistic. |
===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/82860 A Comprehensive and Helpful Guide To Increase Skyrim's Performance - FPS and Stability]=== | ===[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/82860 A Comprehensive and Helpful Guide To Increase Skyrim's Performance - FPS and Stability]=== | ||
− | {{ii}} Tweaks every aspect of the game to achieve maximum stability and FPS performance | + | {{ii}} Tweaks every aspect of the game to achieve maximum stability and FPS performance. |
{{++}} Greatly improves stability as well as FPS performance. | {{++}} Greatly improves stability as well as FPS performance. | ||
− | {{++}} Depending on choice, no affect on visual whatsoever | + | {{++}} Depending on choice, no affect on visual whatsoever. |
===[http://skse.silverlock.org/ SKSE]=== | ===[http://skse.silverlock.org/ SKSE]=== | ||
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===[http://enbdev.com/download.htm ENB]=== | ===[http://enbdev.com/download.htm ENB]=== | ||
<!-- Needs to be cleaned up --> | <!-- Needs to be cleaned up --> | ||
− | {{ii}} Use the installation instructions from the preset if used | + | {{ii}} Use the installation instructions from the preset if used. |
{{++}} Fixes issue when there is no more available video memory, a problem that occurs when using high resolution texture mods. | {{++}} Fixes issue when there is no more available video memory, a problem that occurs when using high resolution texture mods. | ||
{{++}} Allows for significant graphical improvements, such as real-time reflections, image-based lighting, and volumetric sky rendering. | {{++}} Allows for significant graphical improvements, such as real-time reflections, image-based lighting, and volumetric sky rendering. | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Installing ENB Without graphical improvements|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Installing ENB Without graphical improvements|ref={{cn|date=July 2016}}|fix= | ||
− | # [http://enbdev.com/download.htm Download] the version of the ENB for Skyrim | + | # [http://enbdev.com/download.htm Download] the version of the ENB for Skyrim. |
− | # Unzip files and transfer all files inside "WrapperVersion" to the installation folder | + | # Unzip files and transfer all files inside "WrapperVersion" to the installation folder. |
<!-- The instructions for the guide should be moved on the wiki article --> | <!-- The instructions for the guide should be moved on the wiki article --> | ||
<!-- This ini thing should be moved under it's own fixbox, there should be a setting up section or something like that --> | <!-- This ini thing should be moved under it's own fixbox, there should be a setting up section or something like that --> | ||
− | # Open enblocal.ini with Notepad and use the [http://wiki.step-project.com/Guide:ENBlocal_INI enblocal.ini Setup Guide] to assist with the settings. Make sure "UsePatchSpeedhackWithoutGraphics" and "SpeedHack" is set to "True" | + | # Open enblocal.ini with Notepad and use the [http://wiki.step-project.com/Guide:ENBlocal_INI enblocal.ini Setup Guide] to assist with the settings. Make sure "UsePatchSpeedhackWithoutGraphics" and "SpeedHack" is set to "True". |
'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
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===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Save game cloud syncing|Save game cloud syncing]]=== | ||
{{Save game cloud syncing | {{Save game cloud syncing | ||
− | |origin | + | |discord = |
− | |origin notes | + | |discord notes = |
− | |steam cloud | + | |epic games store = |
− | |steam cloud notes | + | |epic games store notes = |
− | |uplay | + | |gog galaxy = |
− | |uplay notes | + | |gog galaxy notes = |
+ | |origin = | ||
+ | |origin notes = | ||
+ | |steam cloud = true | ||
+ | |steam cloud notes = Stores up to 200 MB of game saves online (maximum 1000 files). | ||
+ | |uplay = | ||
+ | |uplay notes = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud = | ||
+ | |xbox cloud notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Video | + | ==Video== |
{{Image|Skyrim - graphics.png|Launcher video settings.}} | {{Image|Skyrim - graphics.png|Launcher video settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Skyrim - advanced graphics.png|Launcher advanced video settings.}} | {{Image|Skyrim - advanced graphics.png|Launcher advanced video settings.}} | ||
{{Image|Skyrim - display.jpg|In-game display settings.}} | {{Image|Skyrim - display.jpg|In-game display settings.}} | ||
− | {{Video | + | {{Video |
− | |wsgf link = | + | |wsgf link = https://www.wsgf.org/dr/elder-scrolls-v-skyrim/en |
|widescreen wsgf award = gold | |widescreen wsgf award = gold | ||
|multimonitor wsgf award = limited | |multimonitor wsgf award = limited | ||
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===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|Frame rate (FPS)]]=== | ===[[Glossary:Frame rate (FPS)|Frame rate (FPS)]]=== | ||
− | {{ii}} [[Nvidia]] have added a [[Glossary:Frame rate capping|FPS cap]] fail-safe to the game. Use [[ | + | {{ii}} [[Nvidia]] have added a [[Glossary:Frame rate capping|FPS cap]] fail-safe to the game. Use [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]] to disable FPS cap. |
+ | {{ii}} These tweaks allow playing the game at high frame rates without the known physics problems that occur. It is possible this fix will negatively affect scripts and cause unforeseen issues. Use at your own risk. | ||
− | {{Fixbox|description=Fix for high FPS|ref=<ref name="High FPS">[https://www.reddit.com/r/skyrimmods/comments/5aao95/possible_fix_to_allow_skyrim_to_run_on_120fps/ Possible fix to allow Skyrim to run on 120fps monitors - Reddit]</ref>|fix= | + | {{Fixbox|description=Automatically fix high FPS physics|ref=<ref name="SKSE Havok Fix">[https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/91598 SKSE Havok Fix]</ref>|fix= |
+ | {{++}} This method has the advantage of preventing FPS drops caused by the game not being able to achieve the target FPS. | ||
+ | # [[#SKSE|Install SKSE]]. | ||
+ | # Install the [https://www.nexusmods.com/skyrim/mods/91598 SKSE Havok Fix] mod. | ||
+ | |||
+ | '''Notes''' | ||
+ | {{ii}} The plugin will automatically edit <code>iPresentInterval</code> to an appropriate value for the current FPS. | ||
+ | }} | ||
+ | {{Fixbox|description=Manually fix high FPS physics|ref=<ref name="High FPS">[https://www.reddit.com/r/skyrimmods/comments/5aao95/possible_fix_to_allow_skyrim_to_run_on_120fps/ Possible fix to allow Skyrim to run on 120fps monitors - Reddit]</ref>|fix= | ||
# Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | # Go to the [[#Game data|configuration file(s) location]]. | ||
# Open {{file|Skyrim.ini}}. | # Open {{file|Skyrim.ini}}. | ||
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'''Notes''' | '''Notes''' | ||
{{ii}} Skyrim must still be limited to the new refresh rate in order to avoid glitches | {{ii}} Skyrim must still be limited to the new refresh rate in order to avoid glitches | ||
− | |||
}} | }} | ||
− | ==Input | + | ==Input== |
{{Image|Skyrim - Gameplay.jpg|In-game gameplay settings.}} | {{Image|Skyrim - Gameplay.jpg|In-game gameplay settings.}} | ||
− | {{Input | + | {{Input |
|key remap = true | |key remap = true | ||
|key remap notes = The Favorites system may not work if you remap keys related to it. | |key remap notes = The Favorites system may not work if you remap keys related to it. | ||
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}} | }} | ||
− | ==Audio | + | ==Audio== |
{{Image|Skyrim - Audio.jpg|In-game audio settings.}} | {{Image|Skyrim - Audio.jpg|In-game audio settings.}} | ||
− | {{Audio | + | {{Audio |
|separate volume = true | |separate volume = true | ||
|separate volume notes = Master, sound effects, footsteps, voices and music. | |separate volume notes = Master, sound effects, footsteps, voices and music. | ||
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|mute on focus lost notes = On by default, see [[#Mute on focus lost|Mute on focus lost]] to disable. | |mute on focus lost notes = On by default, see [[#Mute on focus lost|Mute on focus lost]] to disable. | ||
|eax support = hackable | |eax support = hackable | ||
− | |eax support notes = Use [[Glossary:Surround sound#X3DAudio|X3DAudio HRTF]]. | + | |eax support notes = Use [[Glossary:Surround sound#X3DAudio|X3DAudio HRTF]]. Requires [https://github.com/kosumosu/x3daudio1_7_hrtf/releases/download/v2.3/MIT_KEMAR-24000.7z 24000Hz .mhr file] to prevent sounds playing at full volume at any distance, or possible crashes.<ref>[https://github.com/kosumosu/x3daudio1_7_hrtf/issues/21 Error shows up in Skyrim (old version)'s log a bunch of times involving missing dataset for 24 kHz samples #21]</ref> |
}} | }} | ||
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|audio = false | |audio = false | ||
|subtitles = true | |subtitles = true | ||
+ | |notes = Vanilla and Hearthfire. A translation is available [https://steamcommunity.com/id/cemfiliz/myworkshopfiles/?appid=72850 here]. | ||
|fan = true | |fan = true | ||
− | |notes = | + | }} |
+ | {{L10n/switch | ||
+ | |language = Brazilian Portuguese | ||
+ | |interface = hackable | ||
+ | |audio = false | ||
+ | |subtitles = hackable | ||
+ | |notes = Fan translation, [https://tribogamer.com/traducoes/237_traducao-do-the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-legendary-edition-para-portugues-do-brasil.html download]. | ||
+ | |fan = true | ||
}} | }} | ||
}} | }} | ||
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|nvidia 3d vision = true | |nvidia 3d vision = true | ||
|nvidia 3d vision notes = | |nvidia 3d vision notes = | ||
+ | |vorpx = true | ||
+ | |vorpx modes = G3D, Z3D, DirectVR | ||
+ | |vorpx notes = [https://vorpx.com/supported-games/ Officially supported Game]. Excellent 3D in all Modes. | ||
|tridef 3d = true | |tridef 3d = true | ||
|tridef 3d notes = | |tridef 3d notes = | ||
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{{Fixbox|description=Use Ambient Occlusion flag <code>0x00000032</code> instead|ref=<ref name="NV AO"/>|fix= | {{Fixbox|description=Use Ambient Occlusion flag <code>0x00000032</code> instead|ref=<ref name="NV AO"/>|fix= | ||
− | # Download and run [[ | + | # Download and run [[Nvidia Profile Inspector]]. |
# Under <code>Profiles</code> select <code>Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim</code>. | # Under <code>Profiles</code> select <code>Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim</code>. | ||
# Under <code>Ambient Occlusion compatibility</code> insert the flag <code>0x00000032</code>. | # Under <code>Ambient Occlusion compatibility</code> insert the flag <code>0x00000032</code>. | ||
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|directdraw versions = | |directdraw versions = | ||
|directdraw notes = | |directdraw notes = | ||
+ | |wing = | ||
+ | |wing notes = | ||
|opengl versions = | |opengl versions = | ||
|opengl notes = | |opengl notes = | ||
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|mantle support = | |mantle support = | ||
|mantle support notes = | |mantle support notes = | ||
+ | |metal support = | ||
+ | |metal support notes = | ||
|vulkan versions = | |vulkan versions = | ||
|vulkan notes = | |vulkan notes = | ||
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|shader model versions = | |shader model versions = | ||
|shader model notes = | |shader model notes = | ||
− | |64-bit executable | + | |windows 32-bit exe = true |
− | |64-bit executable notes= | + | |windows 64-bit exe = false |
+ | |windows exe notes = | ||
+ | |mac os x powerpc app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 32-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos intel 64-bit app = | ||
+ | |macos app notes = | ||
+ | |linux powerpc app = | ||
+ | |linux 32-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux 64-bit executable= | ||
+ | |linux executable notes = | ||
}} | }} | ||
Revision as of 08:11, 30 May 2020
This page is for the original release. For the Special Edition, see The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition. For the VR version, see The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim VR.
Developers | |
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Bethesda Game Studios | |
Publishers | |
Bethesda Softworks | |
Engines | |
Creation Engine | |
Release dates | |
Windows | November 11, 2011 |
Reception | |
Metacritic | 94 |
IGDB | 96 |
Taxonomy | |
Monetization | DLC |
Microtransactions | None |
Modes | Singleplayer |
Pacing | Real-time |
Perspectives | First-person, Third-person |
Controls | Direct control |
Genres | ARPG, Open world |
Art styles | Realistic |
Themes | Fantasy |
Series | The Elder Scrolls |
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a singleplayer first-person and third-person ARPG and open world game in the The Elder Scrolls series.
Key points
- A wide array of bugs have been fixed through the community patches. See Unofficial patches.
- Active modding community, more mods can be found here
General information
Availability
Source | DRM | Notes | Keys | OS |
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Retail | ||||
Amazon.com | Legendary Edition also available. Also available in The Elder Scrolls Anthology. | |||
GamersGate | Legendary Edition also available. | |||
Legendary Edition also available. | ||||
Green Man Gaming | Legendary Edition also available. | |||
Humble Store | Legendary Edition also available. | |||
Steam |
- All versions require Steam DRM.
- Owners of Skyrim and all DLC received The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition for free (limited time offer, ended on release date of Special Edition).[1]
Version differences
- The Elder Scrolls Anthology includes Arena, Daggerfall, Morrowind, Oblivion and Skyrim along with all the main expansions and DLC.
- The Legendary Edition is a complete edition of Skyrim with all its DLC.
DLC and expansion packs
Essential improvements
Skip intro videos
Modify configuration file[2] |
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Go to <path-to-game>\Data\Video and delete BGS_Logo.bik [3]
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Enabling data files
Modify configuration file[2] |
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Mods
- Before installing any mods, SKSE and either Vortex or Mod Organizer should be installed.
Unofficial patches
- Community-created patches which fix many issues which otherwise remain unresolved in the official patches, such as rendering issues and subtitle coding errors.
- Unofficial Skyrim Legendary Edition Patch.
Mod Organizer
- Powerful and easy to use mod manager with mod virtualization, in order to keep the installation folder clean.
- Features a configuration editor, the SKSE executable can also be set to be launched through the configurator.
SkyUI
- SkyUI is required by certain mods in order to tweak and configure them.
- Advanced user interface, optimized for keyboard and mouse usage while being highly customizable.
Corrupted NIFs Patches - CNP
- Replaces NIF files in the official game files and mods for a CTD-Free game.
- Greatly reduces the amount of CTD to occur during in-game.
Crash Fixes
- Requires SKSE.
- Fixes some of the crashes in Skyrim.
Bug fixes
- Requires SKSE.
- Fixes some engine related bugs in game.
PerformanceHitRelief Remastered - PHR_RE
- Removes grass, trees, clouds, fog and many more to keep a stable game.
- Greatly improves FPS performance, but also reduces visuals to the point the game looks unrealistic.
A Comprehensive and Helpful Guide To Increase Skyrim's Performance - FPS and Stability
- Tweaks every aspect of the game to achieve maximum stability and FPS performance.
- Greatly improves stability as well as FPS performance.
- Depending on choice, no affect on visual whatsoever.
SKSE
- Available as a Steam-based mod for ease-of-use.
- Required by most mods.
Save bloating cleaner[citation needed] |
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This is a partial fix for loose scripts, more advanced editing is required in order to remove broken scripts which may be stuck on the game's currently used thread.
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Memory Management Fix[citation needed] |
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This fixes crashes and infinite loading screens that occur when the game engine fails to allocate more memory than the engine was originally intended to due to modding.[4]
DefaultHeapInitialAllocMB=768 ScrapHeapSizeMB=256 Notes
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ENB
- Use the installation instructions from the preset if used.
- Fixes issue when there is no more available video memory, a problem that occurs when using high resolution texture mods.
- Allows for significant graphical improvements, such as real-time reflections, image-based lighting, and volumetric sky rendering.
- Can force V-sync, frame limiter, and Borderless-Windowed mode.
Installing ENB Without graphical improvements[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Game data
Configuration file(s) location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Skyrim\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/72850/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game data location
System | Location |
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Windows | %USERPROFILE%\Documents\My Games\Skyrim\Saves\ |
Steam Play (Linux) | <Steam-folder>/steamapps/compatdata/72850/pfx/[Note 1] |
Save game cloud syncing
System | Native | Notes |
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OneDrive | Requires enabling backup of the Documents folder in OneDrive on all computers. | |
Steam Cloud | Stores up to 200 MB of game saves online (maximum 1000 files). |
Video
Graphics feature | State | WSGF | Notes |
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Widescreen resolution | |||
Multi-monitor | Use Flawless Widescreen or Widescreen Fixer. | ||
Ultra-widescreen | Set in SkyrimPrefs.ini .[citation needed] |
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4K Ultra HD | |||
Field of view (FOV) | See Field of view (FOV) | ||
Windowed | |||
Borderless fullscreen windowed | Use OneTweak. | ||
Anisotropic filtering (AF) | See Anisotropic filtering (AF). | ||
Anti-aliasing (AA) | FXAA, MSAA. SGSSAA can be utilized through anti-aliasing compatibility bits 0x000002C1 under Nvidia Inspector. |
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Vertical sync (Vsync) | See Vertical sync (Vsync) to disable. | ||
60 FPS | |||
120+ FPS | Havok physics do not function correctly past 60 FPS without first editing a configuration file.[5] See Frame rate (FPS). | ||
High dynamic range display (HDR) | See the glossary page for potential alternatives. |
Field of view (FOV)
Modify configuration file[2] |
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fDefault1stPersonFOV=X fDefaultWorldFOV=X
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Console command[6] |
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Notes
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Anisotropic filtering (AF)
Enable improved AF for Nvidia graphics cards[7] |
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Vertical sync (Vsync)
Modify configuration file[2] |
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Fast Sync tweak
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Frame rate (FPS)
- Nvidia have added a FPS cap fail-safe to the game. Use Nvidia Profile Inspector to disable FPS cap.
- These tweaks allow playing the game at high frame rates without the known physics problems that occur. It is possible this fix will negatively affect scripts and cause unforeseen issues. Use at your own risk.
Automatically fix high FPS physics[8] |
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Notes
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Manually fix high FPS physics[5] |
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Notes
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Input
Keyboard and mouse | State | Notes |
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Remapping | The Favorites system may not work if you remap keys related to it. | |
Mouse acceleration | The bMouseAcceleration= setting in SkyrimPrefs.ini has no effect.[9] |
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Mouse sensitivity | ||
Mouse input in menus | ||
Mouse Y-axis inversion | ||
Controller | ||
Controller support | ||
Full controller support | Certain input fields require a keyboard. | |
Controller remapping | ||
Controller sensitivity | ||
Controller Y-axis inversion |
Controller types |
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XInput-compatible controllers |
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PlayStation controllers |
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Generic/other controllers |
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Additional information | ||
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Button prompts | For DualShock use the SkyUI-PS3Buttons Mod | |
Controller hotplugging | ||
Haptic feedback | ||
Digital movement supported | ||
Simultaneous controller+KB/M | Use Controller and keyboard simultaneously mod to make keyboard and gamepad work, no support for mouse.[10] |
Audio
Audio feature | State | Notes |
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Separate volume controls | Master, sound effects, footsteps, voices and music. | |
Surround sound | Up to 5.1 only.[11] | |
Subtitles | Dialogue and general sounds. | |
Closed captions | ||
Mute on focus lost | On by default, see Mute on focus lost to disable. | |
EAX support | Use X3DAudio HRTF. Requires 24000Hz .mhr file to prevent sounds playing at full volume at any distance, or possible crashes.[12] |
Mute on focus lost
Modify configuration file[13] |
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Localizations
Language | UI | Audio | Sub | Notes |
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English | ||||
Czech | ||||
French | ||||
German | ||||
Italian | ||||
Japanese | ||||
Polish | ||||
Russian | ||||
Spanish | ||||
Turkish | Vanilla and Hearthfire. A translation is available here. | |||
Brazilian Portuguese | Fan translation, download. |
VR support
3D modes | State | GG3D | Notes | |
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Nvidia 3D Vision | ||||
TriDef 3D | ||||
iZ3D | ||||
vorpX | G3D, Z3D, DirectVR Officially supported Game. Excellent 3D in all Modes. |
Issues fixed
Ambient Occlusion Bleeding on Nvidia graphics cards
- The official Ambient Occlusion flag
0x00000029
has bleeding issues.[14]
Use Ambient Occlusion flag 0x00000032 instead[14]
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Blurry text
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Stuttering on a laptop
- This fix only applies to laptops running on Windows 7.
Changing the maximum processor state[citation needed] |
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Quiet audio
- Skyrim has multiple issues with Realtek HD boards.
Change the Realtek HD Audio settings[15] |
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Enable loudness equalization[16] |
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Notes
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Crash on startup
Instructions[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Slowdown and stutter in cities
Disabling the official high resolution texture pack[citation needed] |
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Allow pressing Alt+F4 to close the game
Use Elys Alt+F4 Tweak[citation needed] |
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Notes
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Double cursor after Alt+Tab
Use Double cursor fix[citation needed] |
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Use OneTweak[citation needed] |
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Mouse not responding
- After playing Watch Dogs the mouse may become unresponsive.
Close the game and restart the computer[17] |
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Other information
API
Technical specs | Supported | Notes |
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Direct3D | 9 |
Executable | 32-bit | 64-bit | Notes |
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Windows |
Middleware
Middleware | Notes | |
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Physics | Havok | Physics are tied to frame rate. Going over 60 FPS will cause physics issues unless config files are edited.[5] |
Interface | Scaleform | 3.3.92[18] |
Cutscenes | Bink Video | 1.99f |
Enabling shadows to be cast from trees and rocks
Instructions[19] |
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[Display] bTreesReceiveShadows=1 bDrawLandShadows=1
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Continue rendering in the background
Set always active[13] |
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Skyrim Configurator
- Allows the game to be fully tweaked.
- Certain tweaks are unstable and may break the game.
System requirements
Windows | ||
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Minimum | Recommended | |
Operating system (OS) | XP, Vista, 7 | Vista, 7 |
Processor (CPU) | Dual Core 2.0 GHz | Quad Core Intel or AMD |
System memory (RAM) | 2 GB | 4 GB |
Hard disk drive (HDD) | 6 GB | 8 GB |
Video card (GPU) | 512 MB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible | AMD Radeon 4890 Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 1 GB of VRAM DirectX 9.0c compatible |
Notes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 File/folder structure within this directory reflects the path(s) listed for Windows and/or Steam game data (use Wine regedit to access Windows registry paths). Games with Steam Cloud support may store data in
~/.steam/steam/userdata/<user-id>/72850/
in addition to or instead of this directory. The app ID (72850) may differ in some cases. Treat backslashes as forward slashes. See the glossary page for details.
References
- ↑ BethesdaGameStudios on Twitter: "If you own #Skyrim and all its add-ons or own Legendary Edition on Steam, you'll get a free upgrade to Skyrim Special Edition on Oct 28 #BE3"
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Guide:Skyrim Configuration Settings - S.T.E.P. Project Wiki
- ↑ Is there a way to disable the intro video of Skyrim? - Arqade
- ↑ Skyrim Mod Sanctuary 84 : Skyrim Memory Patch (Fix freezes and crashes)
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 Possible fix to allow Skyrim to run on 120fps monitors - Reddit
- ↑ How do I adjust the FOV for Skyrim? - Arqade
- ↑ http://www.geforce.com/whats-new/guides/the-elder-scrolls-v-skyrim-tweak-guide#5
- ↑ SKSE Havok Fix
- ↑ Guide:SkyrimPrefs INI/Controls - S.T.E.P. Project Wiki
- ↑ Use both Xbox 360 controller AND Keyboard SIMULTANEOUSLY
- ↑ PC Gaming Surround Sound Round-up
- ↑ Error shows up in Skyrim (old version)'s log a bunch of times involving missing dataset for 24 kHz samples #21
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 How-To: Alt tab without pausing the game: skyrim
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 Guru3D.com Forums - View Single Post - HBAO+ Compatibility Flags Thread
- ↑ Skyrim Volume is too low - Steam Users' Forums (retrieved)
- ↑ How can I increase Skyrim's Volume? - StackExchange: Arquade
- ↑ Mouse control isn't working. - Skyrim Technical Support - The Nexus Forums
- ↑ Verified by User:Hawaii_Beach on 2017-06-16
- Search for "gfxVersion" in the game exe
- ↑ Skyrim Tweak Guide 2.3