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I have a weak spot for games like Skyrim. There’s just something about open-world games with breathtaking visuals, endless exploration, and memorable character interactions that I can’t get enough of. And while there are quite a few great games similar to The Elder Scrolls series, I have found myself playing Skyrim once again in 2021.
Despite being an almost 10-year-old game, I found that The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim is absolutely still worth playing in 2021. Here are six reasons you should go back and play, or even start it up for the first time. Considering Elder Scrolls VI is still in the works, you’ve got some time to catch up.
1. The release of Skyrim Anniversary Edition
We have seen quite a few Skyrim re-releases since the game first came out, but that doesn’t make it any less exciting. While it isn’t an entirely new game, there are some differences in the anniversary edition worth noting. Alongside three DLC packs, the update includes a survival mode and fishing.
If you loved the original game and don’t mind paying again for some additional content, this re-release of the game makes it worth playing again. Though it doesn’t make up for how long we have to wait for Elder Scrolls VI.
2. The graphics still hold up to newer games
A lot of newer games tend to boast improved graphics, but Skyrim was ahead of it’s time when it first came out. The mechanics within the game are still a bit wonky at times, but the overall environment and aesthetic is just as gorgeous as it was 10 years ago. With the improvements made in the anniversary edition, they only get better.
What’s more, if you have a PC you can install mods that improve graphics or change the look and feel of the game entirely. But if you care more about the story than the graphics, it might be worth playing Oblivion before Skyrim if you haven’t already.
3. There’s always more to explore
I have logged a lot of hours into Skyrim over the years, and I still find new and unexpected things with each run-through. Even if you think you’ve discovered every single cave, dungeon, and spell the game has to offer, you are most likely wrong.

It’s all about choosing a different approach each time you play. The way you fight, level up, and communicate with NPCs can completely change your perspective on the rich open-world the game provides.
4. The epic soundtrack is excellent
If every aspect of a game is perfect except for the soundtrack, I will almost always have trouble getting into it. With Skyrim, that isn’t a problem at all. The epic video game soundtrack in this title is worth listening to on its own.
Jeremy Soule’s Skyrim soundtrack is nothing short of a masterpiece, elevating the game to new heights with epic gusto. And perhaps the biggest improvement from previous Elder Scrolls games, like Oblivion, is the sheer variety of tracks to listen to.
5. The writing and voice acting is pure magic
One of my favorite things about Skyrim is the interactions I have with various characters. It isn’t perfect by any means, but with actors like Christopher Plummer joining the fray, the dialogue is elevated in quality.
Even the imperfections like the repeated dialogue from city guards are fun and enjoyable. I don’t know how many times I’ve heard someone talking about taking an arrow to the knee, but it never gets old. Which only strengthens my argument for a Skyrim Netflix series.
6. The story and lore are excellent
One of the best arguments for any Elder Scrolls games is how rich the environment really is. And by that, I don’t just mean the beautiful mountains and grasslands, I mean the smaller details. There is an entire world built on the backs of previous games, and you can see it in every character interaction. You can even read through a ton of different books to learn more about various topics within Tamriel.
In addition to that depth, the main storyline of Skyrim is excellent. With secret societies, dragons, and time-travel all wrapped up into this open-world adventure, it’s hard not to get wrapped up in it all.