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Secrets of the Ark: A Broken Sword Game
Secrets of the Ark: A Broken Sword GameUncover a historic conspiracy in a witty point‑and‑click adventure.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimA moddable open-world fantasy RPG where you can go anywhere and be anyone.
Overview
Description

Dive into a richly detailed 1930s world where humor meets intrigue. As a daring archaeologist, you solve clever puzzles while unraveling a secret that could change history. The game blends thriller tension with comedic dialogue, offering a single‑player experience that rewards curiosity and logical thinking.

Skyrim is Bethesda’s landmark open-world RPG set in a Nordic fantasy province, known for its freeform exploration, dragon-shouting Dragonborn, and an enormous modding community that keeps it alive over a decade later.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)

Around $39.99 for the Anniversary/Special Edition.

Category
Puzzle Adventure
Open-World Adventure
Best for
Adventure puzzle enthusiasts
Open-world RPG and sandbox fans
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$29.99
release date
2006-09-15
Specifications
developer
Sumo Sheffield
publisher
THQ, DreamCatcher Interactive, The Adventure Company
age rating
PEGI 12, ESRB T
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
60/100
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Engaging historical storyline with witty writing.
  • Varied puzzle design keeps gameplay fresh.
  • Beautiful hand‑drawn visuals and atmospheric music.
  • Single‑player focus allows uninterrupted immersion.
  • Enormous freedom
  • Best-in-class modding
  • Great atmosphere and exploration
  • Tons of content
Cons
  • Some puzzles can feel obscure without hints.
  • Voice acting is uneven in a few scenes.
  • Limited replay value after story completion.
  • Dated combat and animations
  • Bugs without mods
  • Re-released many times
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
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4
User rating
Not enough data
4.0 (2)

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Reviews

4.0 (2)
Anonymous

Love it

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has been my go-to lately. Great atmosphere and exploration. No real complaints. Would recommend.

Anonymous

Good but flawed

Picked up The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim recently. Upside: enormous freedom. Downside: bugs without mods.

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