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The Elder Scrolls III: Bloodmoon
The Elder Scrolls III: BloodmoonJourney to the frozen north of Morrowind in this epic DLC adventure.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles
The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering IslesEnter the twin realms of Mania and Dementia in the surreal Shivering Isles.
Overview
Description

Bloodmoon expands Morrowind’s world with the harsh, snowy island of Solstheim, offering new landscapes, creatures, and a chilling storyline. Players can become a werewolf, explore a massive new region, and experience a fresh quest line that deepens the game’s lore. The DLC adds unique weapons, armor, and spells, while enhancing the game’s immersion with dynamic weather and a vibrant, open-world experience that builds on the original’s strengths.

Shivering Isles is the award‑winning expansion for The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, transporting players to the dreamlike, ever‑shifting world ruled by the Daedric Prince Sheogorath. Explore two contrasting provinces—Mania, a vibrant land of excess, and Dementia, a bleak realm of decay—each filled with unique quests, characters, and lore. The expansion adds new spells, weapons, and a deep storyline that intertwines with the main game, offering hundreds of hours of additional content. Its rich atmosphere, voice‑acted dialogue, and extensive mod support make it a standout experience for RPG enthusiasts.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Action RPG
CRPG
Best for
Open-world RPG enthusiasts
Fans of immersive RPGs
Specifications
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AI-estimated
General
msrp
$39.99
$19.9950%
release date
2003-06-03
2007-03-26
Specifications
developer
Bethesda Game Studios
Bethesda Game Studios
publisher
Bethesda Softworks
2K Games, Bethesda Softworks
age rating
ESRB T, PEGI 12
PEGI 16, ESRB M+33%
multiplayer
Single player
Single player
critic score
85/100+4%
82/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Expansive new region with diverse environments
  • Werewolf transformation adds unique gameplay
  • Rich, lore‑heavy quest line
  • High replay value with multiple endings
  • Stunning dual‑world design with contrasting aesthetics
  • Rich voice‑acted dialogue and memorable characters
  • Extensive new quest lines and lore
  • Strong modding support and community content
Cons
  • Requires the original Morrowind base game
  • Some bugs persist on modern systems
  • Limited graphical upgrades compared to newer titles
  • Requires the base Oblivion game to play
  • Some quests can feel repetitive after long sessions
  • Graphics are dated compared to modern titles
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The Verdict

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Bloodmoon offers a richer, lore‑heavy experience with unique werewolf gameplay but costs more; Shivering Isles is cheaper, adds dual‑world exploration and strong mod support.

Key differences

  • Base game requirement: Bloodmoon needs Morrowind; Shivering Isles needs Oblivion.
  • Price: Bloodmoon $39.99 vs Shivering Isles $19.99.
  • Core gameplay twist: Bloodmoon adds werewolf transformation; Shivering Isles adds two contrasting provinces with distinct aesthetics.
  • Voice‑acted NPC count: Shivering Isles over 200 fully voiced NPCs; Bloodmoon’s voice work is limited to narrator and expanded dialogue.
  • Modding: Shivering Isles includes a robust modding framework; Bloodmoon does not mention mod support.
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Gameplay & fun factor

Bloodmoon’s werewolf transformation adds a unique combat loop not present in Shivering Isles.

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Platform availability

Platform details are not specified for either product.

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Price & value

Shivering Isles costs half as much ($19.99) while still delivering extensive content.

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Multiplayer / co‑op

Both are single‑player only.

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Content & replayability

Bloodmoon offers multiple endings and a massive new island, boosting replay value.

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Difficulty & accessibility

Improved AI and dynamic weather in Bloodmoon create more challenging, immersive encounters.

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Graphics & performance

Both are dated, but Shivering Isles notes graphics are dated; Bloodmoon mentions limited graphical upgrades.

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Choose The Elder Scrolls III: Bloodmoon if…

Fans of Morrowind who want deep lore, werewolf gameplay, and can afford a higher price.

Choose The Elder Scrolls IV: Shivering Isles if…

Oblivion players seeking cheaper expansion, dual‑world exploration, and modding flexibility.

Common questions

Do I need to own the base game?

Yes. Bloodmoon requires Morrowind; Shivering Isles requires Oblivion.

Which expansion is cheaper?

Shivering Isles costs $19.99, while Bloodmoon costs $39.99.

Is there mod support?

Shivering Isles includes a robust modding framework; Bloodmoon does not mention mod support.