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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition - GameCompass Health Rating: 62/100 | GameCompass

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

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The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

Bethesda Game Studios

PC; PlayStation 4; PlayStation 5; Xbox One; Xbox Series X|S; Nintendo SwitchPremium single player RPG with DLC and optional Creation Club purchases

Health Score

62

GOOD

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About This Game

Skyrim Special Edition remasters the open world fantasy RPG where players are the Dragonborn; exploring a huge province; joining factions and fighting dragons. Combat is first or third person with swords; bows and magic; and while blood and some scary quests appear; players have great freedom to choose quests; play styles and modded experiences.

Score Breakdown

Positive Aspects

Educational Value

3/5

Creativity

3/5

Pro-Social

2/5

Risk Factors

Addictive Monetization

1/5

Time Pressure / FOMO

1/5

Social Risk

1/5

Content Intensity

5/5

Negatives

•Violence
•some horror and sexual themes
•Long quests and “just one more dungeon” mindset can extend sessions
•Mods may introduce more extreme content if not supervised

Positives

•Rich exploration and quest lines encourage curiosity and problem solving
•Build variety and roleplay foster creativity
•Mostly single player which lowers social risk

Gameplay Videos

SKYRIM SPECIAL EDITION Gameplay Walkthrough Part 1 - INTRO (SKYRIM Remastered)

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Official Ratings

M (Mature 17+)

ESRB

Blood and GoreIntense ViolenceSexual ThemesUse of Alcohol

In-Game Purchases

PEGI 18

PEGI

ViolenceBad Language

Age Recommendations

ℹ️Ages 3-5

Not recommended

ℹ️Ages 6-8

Not recommended

ℹ️Ages 9-12

Rarely appropriate before 12 due to content; even then only with heavy co play

ℹ️Ages 13-15

Often a good fit for mid teens who enjoy fantasy worlds and can follow family rules

ℹ️Ages 16-18

Suitable for older teens and adults who want a deep single player world