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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
The Elder Scrolls V: SkyrimA moddable open-world fantasy RPG where you can go anywhere and be anyone.
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks
The Legend of Zelda: Spirit TracksEmbark on a railway adventure across a magical world of puzzles and action
Overview
Description

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.

Link returns in a brand‑new journey, this time piloting a train across the kingdom of New Hyrule. Solve intricate puzzles, battle foes, and uncover the mystery of the Spirit Tracks to save the realm. The game blends classic Zelda exploration with innovative train mechanics, offering a fresh take on the beloved action‑adventure formula while staying true to its fantasy roots.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)

Around $39.99 for the Anniversary/Special Edition.

Paid (One-time)
Category
Open-World Adventure
Puzzle Adventure
Best for
Open-world RPG and sandbox fans
Adventure fans
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
Specifications
platforms
PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch
deployment
Game
open source
No
api available
No
developer
Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.3
publisher
Nintendo
age rating
PEGI 7, ESRB E10+
multiplayer
Single player
critic score
92/100
General
msrp
$59.99
release date
2009-12-07
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Enormous freedom
  • Best-in-class modding
  • Great atmosphere and exploration
  • Tons of content
  • Innovative train mechanics add fresh gameplay
  • Rich, interconnected world to explore
  • Deep puzzle design with spirit companion
  • Strong narrative and memorable characters
Cons
  • Dated combat and animations
  • Bugs without mods
  • Re-released many times
  • Controls can feel clunky on the train sections
  • Dual‑screen layout may be confusing for newcomers
  • Limited replay value after main story completion
Community & Metrics
Upvotes
4
0
User rating
4.0 (2)
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What reviewers say

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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