The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Standard Edition - Nintendo Switch

Name: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Standard Edition - Nintendo Switch
Brand: Bethesda
SKU: 5722101
Rating: 4.8 (1522 reviews)

Model: HACPAF3CA

SKU: 5722101

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Details
- Genre: Role Playing
Key Specs
- Edition: Standard Edition
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Sexual themes, Use of alcohol (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
General
- Brand: Bethesda
- Model Number: HACPAF3CA
- Product Name: The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
- Publisher: Bethesda
- Developer: Bethesda Game Studios
Game Details
- Edition: Standard Edition
- Genre: Role Playing
- Game Franchise: The Elder Scrolls
- Game Series: V: Skyrim
- Multiplayer: false
Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: M (Mature 17+) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Blood and gore, Intense violence, Sexual themes, Use of alcohol (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
Requirements
- Video Game Content Included: Full game
Other
- UPC: 045496591663

Winner of 200+ Game of the Year Awards, Skyrim® arrives on the Nintendo Switch console. The open-world adventure from Bethesda Game Studios® where you can virtually be anyone and do anything, now allows you to go anywhere - at home and on the go. New features include motion controls, gear based on the Legend of Zelda™ series, and amiibo™ compatibility.

Dragons, long lost to the passages of the Elder Scrolls, have returned and the future of Skyrim hangs in the balance. As Dragonborn, the prophesized hero born with the power of The Voice, you are the only one who can stand against them.

Live another life in another world - from battling ancient dragons, exploring rugged mountains, building a home to mastering hundreds of weapons, spells and abilities. For the first time ever, go into battle Legend of Zelda style: fight with the Master sword, guard with the Hylian shield, while wearing the Champion’s tunic.

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

Q: Will this game ever get a price drop? It's nearly 4 years after release on Switch, and it still costs $60 while every other console it costs $20 or less.

A: The first Black Friday after this game was released it was $36 at another store. That was the cheapest I ever found it. At that time I bought it for a friend's xmas gift. I should of gotten 2 because it has never been that cheap ever again.

Q: When does Skyrim for Switch (physical) come back into stock? I'm asking as of 06/12/2020.

A: It’s in stock now

Q: What kind of characters are there in the game

A: The same as on the other consoles it was released on.

Q: Does this game work on the Switch Lite?

A: Heck, yeah!! I just posted a review about how well Skyrim works on the Switch Lite. Portable is probably the best way I've played Skyrim. Highly recommended.

Customers are saying

Customers admire the superb graphics and sound, along with the portability offered by the Switch version. Many appreciate the engaging gameplay and the inclusion of all DLC. However, some customers point out the presence of bugs and concerns about the game's price point. Other criticisms include battery life and the smaller screen size on certain devices.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great Game As Always! One Little Issue
I have Skyrim on various platforms. It’s my favorite game ever and I will never not recommend it. However one issues I have with the Switch version is there is this terrible scratching/sudden static sound that happens every ones in a while when playing. This issue made it hard for me to decide between 4 starts or 5 since it doesn’t affect the game itself but rather it’s just an annoyance. It comes and goes but it can be a real damper on the game play. It’s quite annoying but since it doesn’t last long and you can usually make it stop by saving and restarting the application, it’s not a huge miss for me. Other than that the game is as fantastic as ever. Still good old Skyrim. :)
Posted 4 years ago by immi
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Massive world...portable fun!
Ok, let me start by saying that I am completely new to the world of Skyrim but after playing for several hours let me just say that I can see why this game had earned the all the kudos and accolades it did waay back in 2011. This marks the sixth console on which this game has appeared on, and while some aspects are beginning to show its age, its still every bit the awesome game that it was all those years ago. Graphically this stands toe to toe with the PS3 or XBOX 360 versions, albeit with some sacrifices on draw distance and things popping up far away. The framerate is solid and while I haven't got to the big action pieces yet, what I have seen is impressive. Even more so given that until now, this game has never been on a portable system. The DLC that came out after the games' release, Dawnguard, Hearthfire, and Dragonborn, is all there too making this package even more worthwhile. There are no 'mods' (adjustments to the game made by fans) on it, so you can only play the game proper (sorry Thomas the Tank Engine fans), but again it is an absolute revelation that it plays and looks as well as it does on the not-as-powerful Nintendo Switch. New to the Switch version is motion controls and amiibo functionality. The motion controls you may or may not like but they are done fairly well-especially if you go the archer route. The amiibos give you treasure chests, but only once every 24 hours. A cool addition is that you can get Zelda exclusives, including the Hylian Shield, BOTW Tunic, and...The Master Sword!!!-when you use zelda based amiibo. Its random but they occur fairly often. Don't worry if you don't have Zelda amiibo, these Switch exclusives occur in game at some point as well. Playing this I realize that Breath of the Wild got a lot of inspiration from the gameplay of Skyrim. The bottom line: If you have never played Skyrim this is a must buy! If you have never experienced Skyrim before think Breath of the Wild meets Game of Thrones. There is alot to learn and not a lot of hand holding but its a 5 star game. If you owned this and played it already then I cant say this version justifies revisiting Skyrim once again as $60 is a lot for a 6 year old game. That it is portable now may entice those who played to shell out another $60 for the ability to drop in on the inhabitants of Tamriel once again.
Posted 7 years ago by TheHutch
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Skyrim Switch
This game scored highly on the other systems it was released on. It was an instant success. The Switch version is more of the same. It looks great and plays well with no slowdown that I've encountered in my playtime. I enjoy the motion controls, and they respond well, but I still prefer to play with a standard Nintendo Switch Pro Controller. The graphics hold up well to the PS4 and Xbox One versions, not quite as good, but still pretty close. One thing this version has that the others do not, is the Amiibo inclusion. Just tap an Amiibo to your Switch/Controller and you'll get a Treasure Chest with something inside. Sometimes it's equipment, other times just crafting supplies. It's a nice addition to the game. If you've already played and beaten the game, there really is not much to come back for, but either way it is still a great addition to the growing Switch library!.
Posted 7 years ago by stalters