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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Developed by Bethesda Game Studios · Published by Bethesda Softworks

RPG
StatusOut now ReleaseNov 10, 2011 Price$19.99 Metacritic94/100 Steam reviews181,032

At a glance

PlatformsWindows
ModesSingle-player
Price$19.99
StatusOut now
Early accessNo
Metacritic94/100
Steam reviews181,032
Languages9
Achievements75
DLC1

Overview

A rpg game by Bethesda Game Studios, published by Bethesda Softworks — single-player.

Steam’s own one-line description: “EPIC FANTASY REBORN The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose.” — developer/publisher text via the Steam store page.

Features & modes

Derived from the gameplay modes and feature categories Steam lists for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

FeatureSupported
Single-playerYes
MultiplayerNo
Co-opNo
Online co-opNo
PvPNo
Cross-platform multiplayerNo
Full controller supportNo
Partial controller supportYes
Steam Cloud savesYes
Steam AchievementsYes

System requirements (PC)

As published on the Steam store page. Requirements can change between updates.

Minimum

  • OS *: Windows 7/Vista/XP PC (32 or 64 bit)
  • Processor: Dual Core 2.0GHz or equivalent processor
  • Memory: 2GB System RAM
  • Hard Disk Space: 6GB free HDD Space
  • Video Card: Direct X 9.0c compliant video card with 512 MB of RAM
  • Sound: DirectX compatible sound card

Recommended

  • Processor: Quad-core Intel or AMD CPU
  • Memory: 4GB System RAM
  • Video Card: DirectX 9.0c compatible NVIDIA or AMD ATI video card with 1GB of RAM (Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 or higher; ATI Radeon 4890 or higher)

Supported languages (9)

EnglishFrenchGermanItalianSpanish - SpainJapaneseCzechPolishRussian

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim FAQ

Answered from the official Steam listing as of June 2026. Where something hasn't been announced, we say so rather than guess.

What kind of game is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

Steam classifies The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim as a RPG game, developed by Bethesda Game Studios. EPIC FANTASY REBORN The next chapter in the highly anticipated Elder Scrolls saga arrives from the makers of the 2006 and 2008 Games of the Year, Bethesda Game Studios. Skyrim reimagines and revolutionizes the open-world fantasy epic, bringing to life a complete virtual world open for you to explore any way you choose.

How much does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim cost?

As of June 2026, Steam lists The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim at $19.99. Prices and regional pricing change — check the Steam page for the current figure.

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim: Single-player. It lists a single-player mode.

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim on PlayStation, Xbox, or Switch?

Our data comes from the Steam (PC) store, which lists The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Windows. Console availability isn’t in our Steam-sourced data — check the official site or the console store.

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim out yet?

Yes — Steam lists a release date of Nov 10, 2011.

What platforms is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim on?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is listed for Windows on the Steam (PC) store. Console availability isn't covered by Steam's PC store data — check the official channels.

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim single-player or multiplayer?

Steam lists these modes: Single-player.

How much does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim cost?

Steam lists it at $19.99.

Does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim have achievements?

Yes — Steam lists 75 achievements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

What is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim's Metacritic score?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has a Metacritic score of 94/100, per the Steam store listing.

Who made The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is developed by Bethesda Game Studios and published by Bethesda Softworks.

Where to get The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

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