How long is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?

Players who enjoy it spent a median of 79 h; those who don't, 50 h.

How much does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition cost?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is currently 9,99€ (75% off) on Steam.

Steam specs (min / recommended)

Minimum: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (version 64-bit) Processeur : Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945. Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB Espace disque : 12 GB d'espace disque disponible

Recommended: Système d'exploitation *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (version 64-bit) Processeur : Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320. Mémoire vive : 8 GB de mémoire Graphiques : NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB Espace disque : 12 GB d'espace disque disponible

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

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Released October 27, 2016

RPG

sample: 492 reviews posted after launch (151 AI-classified)

96/100

Player Score — positive reviews weighted by volume · Steam history: 92 % · 370,951 reviews (« Very Positive »)

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Over three hundred and seventy thousand adventurers keep returning to this legendary province, with 359 positive mentions out of 359 in the 25-plus hour playtime bracket alone. Recent dispatches reflect enduring devotion as 473 positive notes out of 492 celebrate the post-launch experience, backed by a 92 percent all-time Steam approval rating.

What it's about: Lauréat de plus de 200 récompenses du Jeu de l'année, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition donne vie jusque dans ses moindres détails à un univers de fantasy épique. La Special Edition contient le jeu et ses extensions acclamés par la critique ainsi que de nouvelles fonctionnalités.

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Screenshot The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

« Even 15 years after release, it's still the best open-world RPG game. »

👍 anonymous review · 168 h played8522

« It took me 7 years to learn how to mod Skyrim right, and damn was it worth it. 10/10 I am never going to stop playing this game »

👍 anonymous review · 1988 h played2211

« i haven't completed the game yet so I remain uncertain as to the quality or playability of the game in the long run. just killed my first dragon and he died pretty easily »

👍 anonymous review · 1168 h played27831

« Don’t just treat the game like a checklist, actually immerse yourself and you’ll enjoy it 10x more »

👍 anonymous review · 285 h played1111

« Perfectly balanced game, no bugs or exploits whatsoever. Thank you Todd Howard! »

👍 anonymous review · 771 h played4421

« >buy it after 15 years of piracy >play vanilla for 10 minutes >download 2000 mods >relive childhood These sands are cold, but Khajiit feels warmness from your presence 10/10 »

👍 anonymous review · 54 h played411

« Jeu très plaisant au premier abord. Cependant quand un bug rend chaque PNJ agressif et qu'aucune commande ne peut même régler ça, rendant injouable une partie de 125 heures, je ne peux que déconseiller. »

👎 anonymous review · 146 h played

« I have tried to get the Master Architect Achievement 5 seperate times on 5 newly created characters. every time. i build the houses and all 3 wings for every house. It never pops up. i have never seen an achievement as bugged as this. »

👎 anonymous review · 973 h played

« Oh God... Todd Howard... *loud sexual moan* »

👎 anonymous review · 1256 h played

« I really wanted to love this game because it is so beloved. I gave it a good 9 hours before review in the hopes I would enjoy it more. But like... It's kinda dull. Guess I'm just a Fallout person not a Skyrim person »

👎 anonymous review · 9 h played

« Greedy ass company trying to milk this 15 year old game by updating and bricking free mods for all users pushing paid Creation Club mods. Embarassing and disgusting. »

👎 anonymous review · 58 h played

« I don't even want another Elder Scrolls game anymore.... please give us another Dawnguard style Skyrim DLC lord Howard »

👍 anonymous review · 1728 h played7111

In players' words

« Even 15 years after release, it's still the best open-world RPG game. »

👍 anonymous review · 168 h played8522

👎 anonymous review · 146 h played

« It took me 7 years to learn how to mod Skyrim right, and damn was it worth it. 10/10 I am never going to stop playing this game »

👍 anonymous review · 1988 h played2211

👎 anonymous review · 973 h played

« i haven't completed the game yet so I remain uncertain as to the quality or playability of the game in the long run. just killed my first dragon and he died pretty easily »

👍 anonymous review · 1168 h played27831

« Oh God... Todd Howard... *loud sexual moan* »

👎 anonymous review · 1256 h played

« Don’t just treat the game like a checklist, actually immerse yourself and you’ll enjoy it 10x more »

👍 anonymous review · 285 h played1111

👎 anonymous review · 9 h played

« Perfectly balanced game, no bugs or exploits whatsoever. Thank you Todd Howard! »

👍 anonymous review · 771 h played4421

« Greedy ass company trying to milk this 15 year old game by updating and bricking free mods for all users pushing paid Creation Club mods. Embarassing and disgusting. »

👎 anonymous review · 58 h played

« >buy it after 15 years of piracy >play vanilla for 10 minutes >download 2000 mods >relive childhood These sands are cold, but Khajiit feels warmness from your presence 10/10 »

👍 anonymous review · 54 h played411

« I don't even want another Elder Scrolls game anymore.... please give us another Dawnguard style Skyrim DLC lord Howard »

👍 anonymous review · 1728 h played7111

Anonymized excerpts from public Steam reviews — picked among those most voted "helpful" by the community.

What players say, by aspect

Positive Mixed Negative

Gameplay

90 % pos · n=80

Content / longevity

81 % pos · n=21

Story / writing

76 % pos · n=17

Stability / bugs

6 % pos · n=16

Value for money

43 % pos · n=7

Performance

60 % pos · n=5

Graphics / art

60 % pos · n=5

Interface / UX

25 % pos · n=4

Audio / music

100 % pos · n=3

Multiplayer

100 % pos · n=2

Detailed data (table)

Aspect	Mentions	Positive	Mixed	Negative
Gameplay	80	72	5	3
Content / longevity	21	17	1	3
Story / writing	17	13	2	2
Stability / bugs	16	1	2	13
Value for money	7	3	0	4
Performance	5	3	0	2
Graphics / art	5	3	0	2
Interface / UX	4	1	0	3
Audio / music	3	3	0	0
Multiplayer	2	2	0	0

Positive reviews by playtime

🎮 Players who like it have spent 79 h on median; those who dislike it: 50 h.

<2h

67 % (n=6)

2-10h

95 % (n=57)

10-25h

94 % (n=70)

>25h

96 % (n=359)

💶 Price history

Steam price tracked automatically since Oct 28, 2016 · All-time low: €3.99 (Jan 16, 2025)

100% completion difficulty ("platinum")

2,8 % Demanding

of players have unlocked the rarest achievement — the upper bound of those who "100%'d" it. 75 achievements in total; the median achievement is unlocked by 14 % of players.

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Strengths

Core mechanics drive endless engagement, resulting in 72 positive mentions out of 80 dedicated to gameplay.
Massive expanses of activities provide endless hours, confirmed by 17 positive mentions out of 21 regarding sheer content.
Atmospheric design and narrative pull players in deeply, earning 13 positive mentions out of 17 for the story.
Audio design hits all the right notes with 3 positive mentions out of 3 supporting the soundtrack and soundscapes.

Weaknesses

Technical flaws persist across the open world, generating 13 negative mentions out of 16 specifically targeting bugs.
Pricing concerns draw some friction, accounting for 4 negative mentions out of 7.
Menu layouts frustrate navigation, leading to 3 negative mentions out of 4 concerning the user interface.

Who is it for?

Role-playing enthusiasts looking for a vast fantasy sandbox to mod and explore for hundreds of hours will find an essential digital home here.

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition worth it in 2026?

Overall yes, the community is won over: 92% of 370,951 Steam reviews are positive (player score 96/100). Most-praised strength: Core mechanics drive endless engagement, resulting in. Current price: 9,99€ (75% off).

Verdict

Despite recurring technical friction and troublesome interface quirks, the sheer scale of the adventure continues to captivate millions. The enduring 96 percent positive sentiment in recent sampling confirms its timeless status.

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