The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

What are the system requirements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?

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Q.What are the system requirements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?

A.The Elder Scrolls V. Skyrim Special Edition PC system requirements are posted by Bethesda and on Steam. Minimum: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit), i5-750/Phenom II X4-945, 8 GB RAM, GTX 470 1GB / HD 7870 2GB, 12 GB storage. Recommended: Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit), i5-2400/FX-8320, 8 GB RAM, GTX 780 3GB / R9 290 4GB, 12 GB storage.

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The PC system requirements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition are listed as follows. Minimum: OS Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version); Processor: Intel i5-750 or AMD Phenom II X4-945; Memory: 8 GB RAM; Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 470 1GB or AMD HD 7870 2GB; Storage: 12 GB available space. Recommended: OS Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version); Processor: Intel i5-2400 or AMD FX-8320; Memory: 8 GB RAM; Graphics: NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB or AMD R9 290 4GB; Storage: 12 GB available space. For convenience, you can verify compatibility by checking against the official guidance on Bethesda’s site What are the requirements for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on PC? and the Steam listing for the game The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on Steam.

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Q.What is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?

A.Skyrim Special Edition is a 2016 remastered version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, with updated visuals and the base game plus official DLC; the 2021 Anniversary Edition adds Creation Club content on top of that.

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Q.Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition available on PS5?

A.Yes — Skyrim Special Edition is available on PS5, with a free next-gen upgrade from PS4 and an Anniversary Edition option. The PS5 build includes enhanced visuals and faster loading times.

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Q.Can I play The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition on PS4?

A.Yes—Skyrim Special Edition is playable on PS4, and the Anniversary Edition is also available for PS4 with additional Creation Club content.

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Q.Is The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition available for PC?

A.Yes. Skyrim Special Edition is available for PC, with PC access via Steam (and via Epic Games for certain editions). The Anniversary Edition is also sold for PC on Steam and Epic, released in 2021 and including Creation Club content.

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Q.Can I use mods with The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?

A.Yes. Skyrim Special Edition supports mods, particularly on PC with the official Creation Kit, and consoles via Bethesda.net Creations (with platform-specific limits). The Anniversary Edition also bundles Creation Club content, expanding what you can add to the game.

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