Skyrim Anniversary Edition Releases on Switch 2

Bethesda Game Studios has released The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking another port for the enduring role-playing game 14 years after its original 2011 debut on PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, and PC.

The version, which became available immediately on the Nintendo eShop in a surprise launch, includes the base game along with its three official expansions: Dawnguard, Dragonborn, and Hearthfire. It also incorporates hundreds of items from the Creation Club, featuring community-created quests, weapons, armor, spells, and dungeons. Exclusive to Nintendo platforms, the edition offers cosmetic content inspired by The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, such as the Master Sword, Hylian Shield, and Champions Tunic, accessible through in-game methods or Amiibo scans.

This Switch 2 release builds on the 2021 Anniversary Edition previously available on other consoles and PC, with enhancements tailored to Nintendo's latest hardware. Players can expect improved resolution, faster load times, and optimized performance compared to the original Switch version. Additional features include support for Joy-Con mouse controls, motion controls, and DLSS...