The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Nintendo Switch Edition Reviews

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - Nintendo Switch Edition is ranked in the 93rd percentile of games scored on OpenCritic.
Nov 16, 2017

The Elder Scrolls V: Skryim for Nintendo Switch sells itself on its name alone. It's Skyrim...for Nintendo Switch. Are there some additions? Sure, but nothing that changes that core experience. And that core experience is what you're getting, but with the ability to take it wherever, whenever. If that is worth $60 to you then this is a must-buy.

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8 / 10
Nov 16, 2017

Overall, Skyrim on Switch is as good as I hoped it would be. I still find new areas to explore and new secrets to discover. Being able to take this awesome title on the go truly showcases why the Nintendo Switch is king. Sadly, Skyrim is a 2011 game, and at times it really shows. Because of this, it doesn't stand up against a game like Breath of The Wild, though that comparison may not be fair. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim proudly stands as the second best RPG available on Switch. If by any chance you're a Switch owner that's never played Skyrim, I'd recommend picking it up.

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Erik Kain
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Nov 17, 2017

If you've waited this long to play Skyrim you can wait a little bit longer. Then again, if this is your first time with the game, well, maybe it's worth it after all.

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Nov 16, 2017

Skyrim is pretty much second only to Zelda: Breath of the Wild when it comes to action RPGs on this console.

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8 / 10
Nov 16, 2017

A strong foundation and a high-quality port make Skyrim worth revisiting on Switch.

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Metro GameCentral
GameCentral
Top Critic
8 / 10
Nov 17, 2017

One of the best ever Western style role-players is given a new lease of life as a portable game.

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IGN
Top Critic
8 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

Although it may not be immune to the test of time, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim still holds up as one of the most immersive virtual worlds ever created in a video game. All of its vastness, beauty, characters, stories, and goofy bugs fit nicely onto the Switch, where it runs at a good, steady framerate and resolution. The addition of motion controls are handy unless you plan to be a melee fighter, and amiibo support is a nice touch, but neither is really a game changer. This is a great way to get your Skyrim fix if you've never played before or have been looking for a reason to jump back in.

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8.4 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim is an addictive game, but it shows its age in several ways. It's the full Skyrim experience, and all three additional DLC packs are unlocked from the beginning. It's a game-changer that players can play a game as time-consuming as Skyrim while they're out and about. However, you have to ask yourself if a solid port of a six-year-old game, portable or not, is worth the $60 price tag.

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Brian Myers
85%
Nov 29, 2017

Skyrim is an absolutely phenomenal game. It has aged, but that is hardly a detriment to such a content-rich experience. The animations are somewhat stiff, but the game greets the player with such stunning views at every corner that this is easy to overlook

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 24, 2017

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is yet another great port on the hybrid Nintendo platform that includes all the content released since its debut 6 years ago. The joy of playing Skyrim remains just as we remember with an added portability bonus, built around quality, that is a fundamental key to recommend it.

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AusGamers
pikamus
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Nov 21, 2017

Perfect for making even a long commute feel like a breeze.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

Six years later, Skyrim remains true to itself - even on the Nintendo Switch.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

The Switch version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is a truly wonderful game, yet another potential killer application for the new Nintendo console. Despite occasionally showing the fact that it was originally released in 2011, the game is still one of the best fantasy experiences out there.

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Dave Aubrey
Top Critic
8.5 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim isn't something I thought I would play much on Switch, but in fact, I've hardly put it down. It runs well, looks good, and most importantly, fits the form factor perfectly. Unlike DOOM, this is a port with absolutely zero compromises and offers a full-fat Elder Scrolls experience.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

The Nintendo Switch version of Skyrim is a fantastic conversion with some nice additions for the console like motion controls and amiibo support.

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8.5 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

Skyrim VR is one of the best VR games that are in the market nowadays. Even though this game has gone through almost every console and also PC, this is a great way to surprise the player and create a better immersion.

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8.7 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

A great addition that makes sense mostly if you plan to play on the go. If you think you'll play Skyrim mostly at home get it for a different platform.

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8.8 / 10.0
Nov 16, 2017

Skyrim on Switch is the same excellent game it's always been. It doesn't support mods but the fact that such a massive, engrossing game is now portable is justification alone for another purchase.

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88 / 100
Nov 16, 2017

Six years after its original release Skyrim is still a magnificent RPG, set in a detailed world. Carrying a game like this in our pocket,thanks to Nintendo Switch, is pure magic.

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4.5 / 5.0
Nov 20, 2017

With the visual, sound, and bug issues aside, I love having Skyrim on my Switch. To be able to lose myself in that world at the drop of a hat is something that I’ll never get used to.

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