The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition (AppID: 489830)

Type: game Genre: RPG Developer: Bethesda Game Studios Publisher: Bethesda Softworks Release Date: Oct 2016 Metacritic: 74/100
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Skyrim Special Edition – A Timeless RPG Adventure

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition maintains a green-rated player base. Currently priced at $0.10, it represents green value compared to similar RPG games.

Total Players
29.4K
— Active
Price
$0.10
Genre
RPG
Developer
Bethesda Game Studios

Media Gallery

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Screenshots

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Videos

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Skyrim Special Edition Trailer
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Skyrim SE Live Action Trailer

Real-Time Players

29.4K
(24h)

Estimated Owners

5,000,000 .. 10,000,000
Estimate via SteamSpy

Game Insights

Buy Verdict

Buy — $9.99.

Great discount at 75% off. Very close to best price ever.

▲ ~21 days until next sale

Player Health

Healthy — 25.0K daily average.

Stable player base with low churn risk.

▼ -6% trend

Community Sentiment

Very Positive — score 84/100.

Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

▬ Stable

Value Score

Great Value — 100th percentile.

Price-to-player ratio ranks in the 100th percentile. Priced as Market at $9.99.

▲ Market pricing tier

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition worth buying right now?
Buy — $9.99. Great discount at 75% off. Very close to best price ever.
When does The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition go on sale?
Great discount at 75% off. Very close to best price ever.
How many people play The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
Healthy — 25.0K daily average. Stable player base with low churn risk.
What do players think of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
Very Positive — score 84/100. Top praised area: gameplay (0 positive mentions).

Genre Benchmarks

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Price History

Lowest Price
$0.40
Feb 2026 across all regions
Current Price
$0.10
US region
Price history across regions (last 30 days)

System Requirements

Platform Support
Windows
Windows Requirements
Minimum:
Minimum:
  • OS *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version)
  • Processor: Intel i5-750/AMD Phenom II X4-945
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB /AMD HD 7870 2GB
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
Recommended:
Recommended:
  • OS *: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version)
  • Processor: Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320
  • Memory: 8 GB RAM
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB
  • Storage: 12 GB available space
Pricing
Paid Game
Sale: 75% off
39,99€ 9,99€

Additional Information

Categories
Single-player Steam Achievements Playable without Timed Input Save Anytime Stereo Sound Surround Sound Partial Controller Support Steam Cloud Remote Play on Phone Remote Play on Tablet Family Sharing
Tags
Action Adventure Atmospheric Character Customization Classic Dragons Fantasy Female Protagonist First-Person Great Soundtrack +10 more
Supported Languages
English*, French*, Italian*, German*, Spanish - Spain*, Polish*, Traditional Chinese, Russian*, Japanese*
*languages with full audio support

Player-to-Price Ratio

2939.34
7-day avg players per $1 spent

Current Pricing

🏷️
75% OFF SALE!
39,99€ 9,99€

Additional Information

🏆 Achievements
75
total achievements
Featured:
Unbound
Bleak Falls Barrow
👍 Recommendations
211.6K
positive reviews
🇩🇪 USK Rating
16
German rating
🇧🇷 DEJUS Rating
18
Brazilian rating
🇩🇪 Steam Germany
16
German classification
📦 DLC Available
2
downloadable content
🆘 Support
⚠️ Content Warning
Skyrim contains Blood and Gore, Intense Violence, Sexual Themes, Use of Alcohol, and Language.
🎁 Purchase Options
1
package options

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About This Game

Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features.

Detailed Description

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition



The Anniversary Edition includes a decade worth of content: the critically acclaimed core game and add-ons of Skyrim Special Edition, plus Creation Club content released on or prior to November 11, 2021 - including quests, dungeons, bosses, weapons, spells, and more.


Creation Kit


About the Game

Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features like remastered art and effects, volumetric god rays, dynamic depth of field, screen-space reflections, and more.

Skyrim Special Edition also brings the power of Bethesda Game Studios Creations to PC and consoles. New quests, environments, characters, dialogue, armor, weapons and more – with Creations, there are no limits to what you can experience.

About the Game

Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. The Special Edition includes the critically acclaimed game and add-ons with all-new features like remastered art and effects, volumetric god rays, dynamic depth of field, screen-space reflections, and more.



Skyrim Special Edition also brings the power of Bethesda Game Studios Creations to PC and consoles. New quests, environments, characters, dialogue, armor, weapons and more – with Creations, there are no limits to what you can experience.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are playing The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition right now?
There are currently approximately 18,175 players online.
What is the price of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on Steam?
The game is priced at $39.99.
Which studio developed The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
It was developed by Bethesda Game Studios.
What makes The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition unique compared to other RPGs?
It has earned more than 200 Game of the Year awards, and its special edition bundles all acclaimed expansions with added features for deeper immersion.

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