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The next installment in the critically acclaimed Elder Scrolls series is finally here: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Skyrim is the homeland of the Nords, a fierce and proud warrior people who are used to the bitter cold and mountanous terrain that mark the lands of Skyrim. Wracked by civil war, and threatened by the return of the legendary dragons, Skyrim faces its darkest hour. You must make sense of this maelstrom, explore the frozen tundra and bring hope to the people.
The Elder Scrolls told of their return. 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.
- Epic fantasy reborn: Skyrim reimagines the open-world fantasy epic, pushing the gameplay and technology of a virtual world to new heights
- Live another life, in another world: Play any type of character you can imagine, and do whatever you want. The legendary freedom of choice, storytelling, and adventure of The Elder Scrolls is realized like never before
- All new graphics and gameplay engine: Skyrim's new game engine brings to life a complete virtual world with rolling clouds, rugged mountains, bustling cities, lush fields, and ancient dungeons
- You are what you play: Choose from hundreds of weapons, spells, and abilities.
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354 of 374 people found the following review helpful
By B. white
Platform for Display:Xbox 360
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
After a much anticipated wait by thousands upon thousands, or 3.5 million plus, 11.11.11 has finally arrived. Some people will have gotten the game on launch day, some unfortunate enough to receive it after. And for the lucky few a day or two before release.
There has been a lot of coverage of Skyrim leading up to its release that people have likely seen, about the animation, the sound, the world, the decapitations and dragon battles. But honestly none of that can truly do justice for how wonderful the game is, you need to play it for yourself to see it.
When running down a snowy mountain and first entering a pine forest, memories of oblivion can start to enter the mind, but they soon get washed away by fresh ones as the many new and improved aspects kick into play. Basically the game is a sure improvement over oblivion and here is why.
Firstly: (MINOR SPOILER) Werewolves are indeed back, and better than ever!
COMBAT:
When you charge towards someone and swing a steel great sword with full power at their head, it feels like you're charging towards someone swinging a steel great sword with full power at their head! The way the camera subtly jolts and the dragonborn's body continues moving in the direction of the force for a second. Though these attacks drain nearly all your stamina at first and take a brief moment to recover from.. well if you can land it the attack is as deadly as it looks, usually killing enemies with a single blow. It adds a new found sense of realism just like when it comes to firing arrows at enemies, you no longer have to fire more than 4, no more hedgehog arrow enemies unless they are really strong.... Read more ›
There has been a lot of coverage of Skyrim leading up to its release that people have likely seen, about the animation, the sound, the world, the decapitations and dragon battles. But honestly none of that can truly do justice for how wonderful the game is, you need to play it for yourself to see it.
When running down a snowy mountain and first entering a pine forest, memories of oblivion can start to enter the mind, but they soon get washed away by fresh ones as the many new and improved aspects kick into play. Basically the game is a sure improvement over oblivion and here is why.
Firstly: (MINOR SPOILER) Werewolves are indeed back, and better than ever!
COMBAT:
When you charge towards someone and swing a steel great sword with full power at their head, it feels like you're charging towards someone swinging a steel great sword with full power at their head! The way the camera subtly jolts and the dragonborn's body continues moving in the direction of the force for a second. Though these attacks drain nearly all your stamina at first and take a brief moment to recover from.. well if you can land it the attack is as deadly as it looks, usually killing enemies with a single blow. It adds a new found sense of realism just like when it comes to firing arrows at enemies, you no longer have to fire more than 4, no more hedgehog arrow enemies unless they are really strong.... Read more ›
49 of 54 people found the following review helpful
Platform for Display:Xbox 360
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Yes ok - your husband could be a Skyrim widow as well - but the point is they don't know what they are missing. I bought the game on launch day (like an excited child) and have clocked up around 35 hours so far. There are already 115 reviews on here and there's almost no point in me adding my meagre offering to the pile - if only for the satisfaction of being able to say "SKYRIM IS AMAZING" in big capital letters.
It is just about everything you want from your 360. Thrills, spills, exploration and adventure. The number of NPCs and monsters is vast. The number of collectables and upgrades is enormous. The playing area doesn't seem that big at first (echoes of New Vegas size) but once you start plodding about you realise that you are going to be looking at the map for a very long time before you visit anywhere near all of the places there are to be found in this exciting, dangerous FRP world.
There are always some very small criticisms to be levelled at Bethesdas RPG games - notably around animations etc of the playing character (in 3rd person view) and the odd glitch between NPCs and scenery - but really these are trivial. The rest of the game is just jaw droppingly enjoyable - between the weather laden open air (can you feel that chill? Yeah?!) and the inspired creepy dungeons with their breathtaking design and variety. Fabulous. Add in more baddies than you can shake an enchanted mace at and - MAGIC. TO. DIE. FOR. - and the game becomes not just an adventure - it really becomes an immersive experience. You care about all that stuff you just found. You cherish that new sword, you want to learn to enchant it - so you do - and it feels good.... Read more ›
It is just about everything you want from your 360. Thrills, spills, exploration and adventure. The number of NPCs and monsters is vast. The number of collectables and upgrades is enormous. The playing area doesn't seem that big at first (echoes of New Vegas size) but once you start plodding about you realise that you are going to be looking at the map for a very long time before you visit anywhere near all of the places there are to be found in this exciting, dangerous FRP world.
There are always some very small criticisms to be levelled at Bethesdas RPG games - notably around animations etc of the playing character (in 3rd person view) and the odd glitch between NPCs and scenery - but really these are trivial. The rest of the game is just jaw droppingly enjoyable - between the weather laden open air (can you feel that chill? Yeah?!) and the inspired creepy dungeons with their breathtaking design and variety. Fabulous. Add in more baddies than you can shake an enchanted mace at and - MAGIC. TO. DIE. FOR. - and the game becomes not just an adventure - it really becomes an immersive experience. You care about all that stuff you just found. You cherish that new sword, you want to learn to enchant it - so you do - and it feels good.... Read more ›
12 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Pankow27
Platform for Display:Xbox 360
Fun:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is a wonderful game. If you have played any of Bethesda's previous releases such as Oblivion or Fallout 3, then you will be accustomed to the artful way in which free-roaming worlds are created. The game is very much about character building. You start off weak, you complete quests and tasks and thus level up giving the game a good growth arc. You can decide to focus your growth in areas which you are interested in; want to be a mage? Then focus on your magic skills, want to be a warrior? Then combat and weaponry is for you etc. The fate of your character really is in your hands.
A quick note then on the three individuals who chose to give the game a 1 star review. Everyone is of course entitled to their opinion (so long as it is one supported by constructive arguments). Firstly, if you don't like the fantasy genre as a rule then avoid this game because it is heavily fantasy-based. Secondly, the game is not just about running around landscape after landscape doing nothing, it is about exploration and freedom (plus there is a quick-travel option for locations you have already visited), and thirdly, if you are still having problems with the "ring of death" then your Xbox360 is too old. That problem was all but solved already by Microsoft with the release of its most recent updated console (and if you do get the ring of death, it certainly has nothing to do with the disc you put into the console). Lastly, all modern Xbox360 games which require updates contain that data on the disc so it's not like you have to download or pay for anything, just waiting patiently for 5-6 minutes while it updates itself will suffice.... Read more ›
A quick note then on the three individuals who chose to give the game a 1 star review. Everyone is of course entitled to their opinion (so long as it is one supported by constructive arguments). Firstly, if you don't like the fantasy genre as a rule then avoid this game because it is heavily fantasy-based. Secondly, the game is not just about running around landscape after landscape doing nothing, it is about exploration and freedom (plus there is a quick-travel option for locations you have already visited), and thirdly, if you are still having problems with the "ring of death" then your Xbox360 is too old. That problem was all but solved already by Microsoft with the release of its most recent updated console (and if you do get the ring of death, it certainly has nothing to do with the disc you put into the console). Lastly, all modern Xbox360 games which require updates contain that data on the disc so it's not like you have to download or pay for anything, just waiting patiently for 5-6 minutes while it updates itself will suffice.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
skyrim game
Brought this game for hubby second hand.Cant get him off it!Arrived early.Well packaged and early and in good condition.No problems. Read more
Published 20 hours ago by Pen Name
5.0 out of 5 stars
Love this game
I have not played a massive RPG since I owned an amiga, (shows how old I am) I had no plans on buying one until my mate went have you seen my new game, come look it's called... Read more
Published 1 day ago by Mr. L. A. Okeefe
5.0 out of 5 stars
Mitja
Skyrim is without no doubt the best game ever made!!!
I just love It, there are basicly no limits to Your choices.
Respect..
I just love It, there are basicly no limits to Your choices.
Respect..
Published 3 days ago by Mitja Korosec
5.0 out of 5 stars
Unsurprising Epic
As most people know by now Skyrim is an amazing game, vast open world with what feels like unlimited content, it's easy to sink many, many hours into this game. Read more
Published 4 days ago by Alice Bowman
5.0 out of 5 stars
wow wow wow
amazing game im a level 7 and im hooked great visuals and the best rpg iv ever played i cannot describe how good this game is go and buy it now you wont regret it
Published 4 days ago by James Robins
4.0 out of 5 stars
A very good game
I never was a big fun of the RPG - first person - fantasy class of games and Skyrim is my first game of the Elder Scrolls series. Read more
Published 14 days ago by panos_stavros
5.0 out of 5 stars
Bethesda does it again
I cant get enough of these Bethesda RPG's, massive world to explore, tons of quests and now dragons! Read more
Published 16 days ago by marco534
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing game!
I bought this game on a fluke after hearing some friends talking about it, and instantly became addicted. Read more
Published 17 days ago by Blobby
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great game.
Great game, a massive improvement on Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion in terms of a very immersive main storyline, a greatly enhanced combat system, terrific magickal effects and a more... Read more
Published 17 days ago by Alfonso
5.0 out of 5 stars
loved it
probably one of the best games i have played, it also came on time and in decent packaging. so i would recommend this game ;)
Published 19 days ago by liam
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