The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

What are the differences between Skyrim Special Edition and Skyrim Anniversary Edition?

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Q.What are the differences between Skyrim Special Edition and Skyrim Anniversary Edition?

A.Skyrim Anniversary Edition is Skyrim Special Edition plus extensive Creation Club content released up to November 11, 2021, and includes an upgrade path from Special Edition for existing owners. It represents the more feature-rich, final package compared to Special Edition alone.

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The primary difference is content scope. Skyrim Anniversary Edition (AE) combines the base Skyrim Special Edition (SE) with all Creation Club content released on or before November 11, 2021, totaling 74 creations and over 500 individual elements, on top of the remastered SE assets and the three official DLCs (Dawnguard, Hearthfire, Dragonborn). For players who already own SE, Bethesda offers an upgrade to AE to access the included content without re-purchasing the core game. In short, AE is the most complete Skyrim package currently available, built on SE’s improved engine and visuals. official details (help.bethesda.net)

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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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