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Is Skyrim Special Edition better than normal?

Skyrim Special Edition comes with all DLCs included plus it runs smoother and looks better. Skyrim Special Edition is 64-bit and DirectX 11 while regular Skyrim is 32-bit and DirectX 9. The advantage of regular Skyrim is it has lots of mods while on Skyrim Special Edition their mods are just getting started.
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Which is better Skyrim or Skyrim Special Edition?

Skyrim has four versions: Standard, Legendary, Special, and VR. The Legendary and Special versions are compared. The Special Edition is a remastered version of the Legendary Edition and includes all content available in the Legendary Edition. The Special Edition has improved graphics and supports 4K for PS4 Pro and PC.
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Is Skyrim Special Edition same as normal?

The Special Edition is a remaster of the base game, featuring an improved game engine which overhauls the title's graphics in the way of introducing things like volumetric god rays and vastly improved reflections.
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Should I buy original Skyrim or Special Edition?

For PC buy the original because for that all it does is better graphics. For console buy Special Edition because you can't get mods on console for normal version. The newer version is more stable (64-bit) therefore less memory leaks, less crashing, there's more possibilities for modding and so forth.
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Which Skyrim edition is best?

Every Skyrim Port Ever Released, Ranked From Worst To Best
  1. 1 Skyrim: Special Edition (PC)
  2. 2 Skyrim VR. ...
  3. 3 Skyrim: Anniversary Edition (Xbox Series X|S And PlayStation 5) ...
  4. 4 Skyrim: Special Edition (Nintendo Switch) ...
  5. 5 Skyrim (PC) ...
  6. 6 Skyrim: Special Edition (Xbox One) ...
  7. 7 Skyrim: Special Edition (PlayStation 4) ...
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Skyrim Anniversary Edition | Is it WORTH IT in 2022?

Is Skyrim Special Edition the full game?

Editions. Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition includes the full base game and all its add-on expansions, plus modern enhancements like remastered art and visual effects, volumetric god rays and more.
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Is Skyrim Special Edition cheaper if you own Skyrim?

The upgrade is cheaper if you own the Skyrim Special Edition, and that just so happens to be the version available on Game Pass.
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Is Skyrim Special Edition more stable?

The legendary edition is not a refined, or 'superior' version than the vanilla. It merely includes all dlcs and patches. The special edition however, IS, a refined version of Skyrim, and is more likely to be stable overall than the legendary edition.
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Is Skyrim Special Edition a free upgrade?

Yes! Owners of Skyrim Special Edition or the Anniversary Edition on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S will receive a next-generation upgrade for the game. The upgrade will be free and optimize the game with enhanced graphics, faster loading times and more. Will my achievements/trophies carry over?
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Is Skyrim Special Edition all DLC?

Q: Does this game have all the expansion packs with it? A: Yes, it includes Hearthfire, Dragonborn, and Dawnguard DLC.
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Can you fish in Skyrim Special Edition?

Do I Need The Skyrim Anniversary Edition To Fish? No! You do not need the Anniversary Edition Upgrade / DLC to enjoy the new Fishing mechanic. It is also included in Skyrim Special Edition, and can even be enjoyed by downloading a special fishing mod with the standard edition.
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Do Skyrim mods work on special edition?

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is the only version of Skyrim that features the in-game mod menu. You can install mods by following the process below: Launch The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition and select "Play." On the next screen, select Mods from the main menu.
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Is there better game than Skyrim?

Kingdom Come: Deliverance is an easy recommendation for any player who wants to play games similar to Skyrim. The combat system is easily one of the more unique aspects of the game, and mastering it can take quite some time.
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Is Skyrim Special Edition buggy?

Skyrim: Special Edition is a buggy mess on consoles. In just a few hours playing on Xbox One, I encountered NPCs floating above chairs, twitchy mammoths, seconds-long pauses in animation, echoing dialogue and other glitches that are unforgivable for a game that came out in 2011 and, in 2016, costs $60 on console.
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What's the point of Skyrim Special Edition?

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 full power of mods to the PC and consoles.
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Is special edition better for mods?

It all depends on your own capabilities and desires for your modded game. I personally still use Classic, because I've been able to make it highly stable and deliciously good-looking, and there are still several mods I want to use that aren't on SE yet. But for many other people, SE is the right choice.
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Is Skyrim worth 40 dollars?

Yes, it is a deal at $40, it's reputation as one of the best games ever is well deserved.
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Why did I get Skyrim Special Edition for free?

If you already own Skyrim and all the DLC, you will automatically receive the Special Edition for free on October 28, 2016. It will be in your game library and listed as “The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition.”
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What is the most expensive Skyrim?

15 Most Expensive Items You Can Purchase In Skyrim, Ranked
  1. 1 Daedric Warhammer of Annihilating, 24320 Septims.
  2. 2 Daedric Battleaxe of Annihilating, 20552 Septims. ...
  3. 3 Daedric Armor Of Revival, 14103 Septims. ...
  4. 4 Daedric Armor Of Peerless Destruction, 12242 Septims. ...
  5. 5 Daedric Armor, 9645 Septims. ...
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How long is 100% Skyrim?

When focusing on the main objectives, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is about 34 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 232 Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Is Skyrim special edition offline?

You do not need the Internet or Xbox Live to play The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. All three of the DLCs for the game, and all of the patches for the game up to this point are included on a second disk that doesn't require Xbox Live or internet at all.
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Is The Skyrim DLC free?

What's more, four Creation Club DLCs will be made available for free in Special Edition. Here's a quick rundown of what's being added: Saints and Seducers - A couple of new quests.
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Which Skyrim should I start with?

Speaking from personal experience: If Skyrim is what has caught your interest, start with Skyrim. If you like it as a game, then great! If the deeper story, the lore, and all the rest of it intrigue you, then go back to the earlier games.
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