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GBAtemp users face a dilemma more than most when it comes to the Switch 2. To update or not to update? Many wait patiently for homebrew, others less patiently, and some are just waiting for a game that's worth updating for. In the six months since the system launched, we've seen Nintendo publish the likes of Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and Kirby Air Riders exclusively to their new console. For some this wasn't enough. Some were still waiting for something legendary, something special. Something wheeled out for every half-year anniversary. Some were waiting for Skyrim.

It is time to rejoice, and for many time to update your systems, as little-known game development studio Bethesda have today released the latest version of 2011's Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Nintendo's hyrbrid wonderkid. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition is now available via digital download for the Switch 2, along with a free upgrade path for those who already own the Anniversary Edition of the original Switch release. This new version promises enhanced resolution with DLSS anti-aliasing, better loading times and performance, and mouse controls, alongside the motion controls and Amiibo support of the original Switch release. It should be noted that the game still runs at 30fps however.

Though there is an upgrade path, it's not quite as simple as Nintendo's "Switch 2 Edition" titles, with users required to jump through a few hoops to avoid shelling out for the game a second (or seventh for some) time. Owners of the digital version should see a 100% discount on the new release assuming they own the Anniversary Edition upgrade. Physical cartridge owners however will first need to remove their Anniversary Edition DLC before launching the game and pressing Y on the main menu to access the eShop. If you own the upgrade (but again, do not have it installed), you should be able to download the Switch 2 version for that same 100% off. Once you've added this to your account, you actually don't need your cartridge anymore, so feel free to pass it onto a friend for the holidays!

Will this finally be the time you beat Skyrim, instead of just wandering around doing side content for tens of hours? Let us know!

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[The Catboy]

Of course, it has a screen, and that's all that Skyrim needs

 

[Kioku]

It still runs at 30fps? Dafuq? I know the game is an unoptimized trash heap, but their target was still 30?

 

[Scarlet]

It still runs at 30fps? Dafuq? I know the game is an unoptimized trash heap, but their target was still 30?

It’s less offensive with it being a free update. I’m generally just happy they actually added mouse mode.

 

[Kioku]

It’s less offensive with it being a free update. I’m generally just happy they actually added mouse mode.

It helps, but like… This will be third release on the Switch alone, no? :<

 

[Scarlet]

It helps, but like… This will be third release on the Switch alone, no? :<

Kiiiiinda? The second release was basically just DLC. And I’d argue the Switch benefitted from that DLC much more than the other platforms since it’s the only way to get additional content on that version. It surprised me that both PS and XB both have some kind of modding store for the game.

 

[Kioku]

Kiiiiinda? The second release was basically just DLC. And I’d argue the Switch benefitted from that DLC much more than the other platforms since it’s the only way to get additional content on that version. It surprised me that both PS and XB both have some kind of modding store for the game.

Fair enough.. I gotta find a good mouse grip for this, Apex, and Metroid..

 

[LoggerMan]

If only Switch 2 had OLED screen, might be an ideal way to play vanilla Skyrim. I don't even mind 30fps, that's what it launched at.

 

[Frexxos]

Today everything is enhanced, remastered, reforged, redone and hi-resoluted so often... I really don't care anymore. Is there really someone out there who needs skyrim for switch2 etc.
I think lot of publishers have seen, thats a good way to sell again and with low risk and effort.
Fresh IP with really new ideas are really missing out... and no its not a new IP when I just add different things to a mediocore game like openworld, surivival, online pvp etc.

I really miss fresh wind in the gaming world...

 

[Retrojunkies]

See why the fuck do its fanboys blindly defend Nintendo, all it ever does is get old ports.

 

[JuanMena]

Holy shit, how many times has Skyrim been re-released before? It's not funny anymore.

 

[zebrone]

fu.k skyrim. we want new 2025 games

 

[CoolMe]

well i am now

 

[Latiodile]

Of course, it has a screen, and that's all that Skyrim needs

still waiting for the mobile ports

 

[MultiKoopa]

30fps has to be a joke for a 2011 game

 

[AngryCinnabon]

Todd can't keep getting away with this!

 

[The Catboy]

still waiting for the mobile ports

Buy steam deck
install Skyrim
play skyrim on steam deck
it is now mobile

 

[Latiodile]

Buy steam deck
install Skyrim
play skyrim on steam deck
it is now mobile

with a battery life of about 20 seconds
(i have a steam deck, this is only a slight exaggeration)

 

[eriols]

This and resident evil 2 are competing for endless re-releases

 

[KingVamp]

I wonder when Oblivion is coming.