One of my favourite games of the last couple of years, that I may have spent too many damn hours inside of, has to be The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. It was massive, awesome and beautiful. And now it looks like it may be headed towards new-gen consoles.
According to OnlySP, an email sent out from Bethesda has leaked that the game will be announced on January 12, a fact which has been bolstered by the game now being listed for those platforms as well. That listing is still on the North American Bethesda website for the game. Here’s some imagery to help legit the rumour:
Does it sound like an odd idea to bring a now over two years old game back for an HD treatment? Not at all, judging by how many HD collections of much older games are sitting on store shelves for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3 right now. And that’s without even mentioning the updated version of Tomb Raider that’s on the way.
I’d happily play a new version of Skyrim though. If it looks anything like the phenomenal work that PC modders have put in, includes all that DLC that was released and for the love of Mike Wazowski eliminates all those loading screens then I’d be so damn happy.
If you haven’t played it yet and just can’t wait until Monday for that imminent announcement, you can probably pick the game up on the cheap right now. It’s one of our very few games reviewed that got a perfect 10/10 score, and it deserved each and every one of those points.
Plus Cape-Tonians, let me sweeten the deal for you. Still sealed retail versions of the game include a map…made out of hemp. I’m not suggesting anything, but I’m certain you can find some use for it…dudes.
[Update]Bethesda insists it was all just a website error.
We have been working on the CMS that runs our sites. A bug caused platforms that don't exist to show up for some games Sorry for confusion.
— Pete Hines (@DCDeacon) January 9, 2014
Last Updated: January 9, 2014
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 08:44
I’m not surprised they’re supposedly releasing it for the Xbone and PS4. If they can ramp up the graphics and throw it out there, the Elder Scrolls maniacs will get it, and they’ll get their friends to get it… and then…
http://static.fjcdn.com/pictures/Skyrim_da64bc_2854978.jpg
Brenz
January 9, 2014 at 08:45
This is awesome news, I loved Skyrim long time.
As long as it comes with ALL DLC and some extras like improved AI and perhaps some bonus content and an exclusive new add on.
Will be cool to have some things you havent seen before, dont just be a lazy HD remake to cash in on an aging title.
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 08:48
Two and a half years later. It better be more than a GOTY.
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 08:48
GOTDE? Game of the decade edition?
Surprised people haven’t started using that yet actually…
RockMossel2014
January 9, 2014 at 09:37
Patent pending! I will milk every last soul for using that term!
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 10:22
Gimme a percentage above 20% and I’ll be happy 😛
Unavengedavo
January 9, 2014 at 08:49
But seeing as the new gen consoles use the same architecture as PC’s, would it be possible for them to now introduce mods to consoles as well? Or am I confused again?
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 08:54
Confession time….I love skyrim
but
……The combat is horrible….seriously boring and mundane and just feels off. Like you’re just flailing your arms around. Great game though *Don’t hate me*
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 08:57
I’ve seen MUCH worse combat tbh
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 08:58
True, but you would think it would be better than Oblivion
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 08:59
I still think the levelling mechanism is the best of any game I’ve ever played. Ever!
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 09:00
Naa, can’t really agree. Respect your opinion, but I have seen way better leveling systems
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:04
From what I’ve played, it just makes the most sense to me. Although Skyrim was my first Elder Scrolls game
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 09:18
He he, that makes your previous comment “I still think the levelling mechanism is the best of any game I’ve ever played. Ever!” make more sense.
It being the fifth in the series it went from “fine-crafted open-ended world role-playing adventure” to “action RPG in the snow”. 😛
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:22
I think I have a soft spot for Skyrim, since during the time I jammed the 300 odd hours into it, I was in a rough space in my life, so my escape to Skyrim was just so much more magical!
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:24
You had some of them female mods in there, didn’t you?
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:25
No sir, rocked my Nord and minimal mods those days
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:26
Sure sure. 😉
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:32
Come now, I share something personal and you ridicule me for it?
Bad John
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:34
Hehe. Sorry. Rince wasn’t here. 😉
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:46
To do it himself, or to stop you?
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:50
To diss.
Brenz
January 9, 2014 at 09:12
Sphere grid FTW!!!
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 09:13
Sphere grid for the M’fn win…(and license board? *Sarcasm*)
Brenz
January 9, 2014 at 09:17
From sphere grid to license board *le sigh*
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:15
Agreed. Options options options.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:15
The finishing moves they added since are quite cool.
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 08:58
To be honest I lost interest in Skyrim after a week.
After playing Daggerfall, Morrowind and then Oblivion, Skyrim was a facelift in a bigger world, but there were so few options for improving your abilities and spells etc. Like you said, the combat was awkward and it winning so many awards left me feeling a bit puzzled.
It looked great, but was a step backwards in the Elder Scrolls sense.
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 08:59
Have to agree bro. It really didn’t feel deep at all. The customization didn’t have that Elder Scrolls depth to it
RockMossel2014
January 9, 2014 at 09:39
“It really didn’t feel deep at all.”
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:39
Is that what she said?
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:40
LOL
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 09:40
Only to Rince…
RockMossel2014
January 9, 2014 at 09:41
Yup, heard her saying that… to a friend.
Gr8_Balls_o_Fire
January 9, 2014 at 09:04
I had it for a total of four days before trading it in. The only thing that lasted shorter was Test Drive Unlimited 2 at two days
Sir Rants A Lot Llew. Jelly!!!
January 9, 2014 at 09:08
I gotta admit the limits of spellcrafting and variety was a bit off putting.
I miss the Morrowind approach of “Do anything with magic you please”.
Still a great game though. But definitely suffers the “Let’s make easier for the masses” syndrome
Major Commodore 64 Darryn B
January 9, 2014 at 08:59
IT’S BETTER WITH KINECT!
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 09:04
Oh I didn’t know it was meant to be played like this
http://brittneigh.files.wordpress.com/2013/08/kermit-the-frog-flail.gif
MakeItLegal
January 9, 2014 at 09:11
o.O …
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:08
I agree 100%. I hoped for so much better. Skyrim did practically nothing to improve combat from what it was like in Oblivion. After getting to the higher levels combat was more of a chore than something fun, even dragon fights were just to easy.
And yet I still like the game. Very frustrating.
Umar Appreciates Nier
January 9, 2014 at 09:10
It’s a bloody amazing game but when you really break it down, for an action rpg, the combat was really bad. I still like it too lol
Sir Rants A Lot Llew. Jelly!!!
January 9, 2014 at 09:06
Brace yourselves. Arrow –> knee jokes are coming… again….
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:08
Those jokes used to be funny, but then they took an arrow to the knee
Sir Rants A Lot Llew. Jelly!!!
January 9, 2014 at 09:11
I used to find them funny like you….. [complete]
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:11
but then I took an arrow to the funny bone.
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:16
Geez can you imagine how much that would hurt IRL?
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:22
I don’t want to heh.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:23
I was playing the other day and one character said “I was the best soldier in the Stormcloak army, until I took a sword through the chest”
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:24
For realsies?
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:25
Promise promise. In Windhelm.
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:26
I’ve been keeping my eye on the DLC sales, but to no luck yet, want to journey into Skyrim again.
But FO:NV is keeping me busy man
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:27
It does. Once you get that perk that shows you where all the spots are you can’t help but want to check each one out.
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 09:27
That it has… all I saw last night was you playing FO:NV… got some good hours on that man… I’m sure it’ll become much, much more
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:29
I got the Legendary edition, it was cheaper than buying the DLC separately.
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:31
I was looking into that yeah
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 09:29
After two years the DLC is still bloody expensive for what it gives you.
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:25
lol, that is good.
Sir Rants A Lot Llew. Jelly!!!
January 9, 2014 at 10:33
That… would really really hurt….
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 09:12
Back to the topic, I’ll like to see Fallout 4’s announcement instead, thanks. 🙂
Pssst Darryn, “legitimise the rumour”. 😉
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:14
Finally the console crowd will be able to feel what it’s like to have virtually no loading times.
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:16
Lol, we been having it!
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:21
I remember seeing a post somewhere, where a guy said the only thing he thinks of when approaching a door in Skyrim is to deal with a loading screen. And I was like: “What the hell is he talking about?”
Admiral Chief in Vegas
January 9, 2014 at 09:23
Bwahahahahahaha, but yeah, imagine fearing doors. Sheesh. Can you imagine entering a house and then realising you’ve already been here?
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:24
LOL
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 10:23
Oh crap, I was just in here… -.- more load times
Brenz
January 9, 2014 at 09:28
This is true, I played it on PS3 and I would actually avoid going into a door if I could, I would wait until I absolutely HAD to go to that shop etc.
And when I did, I would go into zone out mode until the loading was over, it really was a joke.
And then there was Belethors shop in Whiterun, for some reason on my game you have a 50/50 chance of the game freezing when opening that specific door, so you would have to save before going in and pray you didnt have to restart the console cos then you were in for a whole lotta loading. ugh
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:29
Sheesh man. That’s bad.
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:21
I’m guessing the HD part for consoles is the free high-res textures we got.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:22
Probably.
Gr8_Balls_o_Fire
January 9, 2014 at 09:53
Actually, I expected that with our PS4’s we would experience a significant lack of loading times, if not none, but was a bit disappointed that we still have them. Battlefield 4 has pretty long load times, AC4 not that much, maybe 5 to 10 seconds.
TiMsTeR1033
January 9, 2014 at 09:57
Damn thought Bf4 would have like no wait, but then again basically online game so servers prob setting things up ect.
Gr8_Balls_o_Fire
January 9, 2014 at 10:37
That shouldn’t count in single player right?
JJ's grand endeavour (John)
January 9, 2014 at 10:05
BF4 has quite the loading time on pc also, but that’s mostly the servers I’m thinking.
Gr8_Balls_o_Fire
January 9, 2014 at 10:32
I was playing single player lol
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 09:26
I keep seeing people saying that they play Skyrim with mods… I’ve NEVER installed a single mod onto that game… is that sad?
Alien Emperor Trevor
January 9, 2014 at 09:28
Nope, I’ve only played the vanilla game myself. Later in the year I’ll make a plan to replay with all the DLC & a ton of mods. That should be fun, it’ll feel like a whole new game.
Matthew Holliday
January 9, 2014 at 09:53
Realvision ENB
Climates of Tamriel
Overhauled lighting
2k textures
overhauled static mesh
thats all you need.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:29
I only tried the mods on my third playthrough and I absolutely loved it. Made a huge difference for me. Some great creature and random events mods gives it a whole new edge.
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 09:30
Nope.
I installed mods that actually should have came with the game.
Better inventory system, better quality water, HD faces, Darker nights (you have to use a lightspell or a torch to see in caves), got a mod that makes the sky look better, got a mod that showed the roads on the map. got a mod that show generated random events (really cool)
I didnt bother changing the actual gameplay with mods.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:31
Dat water.
Matthew Holliday
January 9, 2014 at 09:50
i went with the “improve whats already there” approach.
didnt like the revised inventory system, tried the darker nights with overhauled lighting, but changed the darkness values back to match the vanilla game, hated not being able to see the Draugr in the dungeons without using magelight.
showing the roads on the map was such a simple improvement, dunno how i ever figured out a route to anywhere befor.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:51
Roads on the map made all the difference.
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 11:06
I played as a Vampire Mage on my first play, so it was pretty easy for me to see in the dark ;-)~
Matthew Holliday
January 9, 2014 at 09:31
once you try it, the vanilla skyrim will never be good enough.
2k textures, new meshes, revises character models, enhanced particles, overhauled lighting, overhauled weather/season system combined with the Realvision ENB makes Crysis look like pacman.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:32
Crysis 2 is pacman if you’re looking at the gameplay.
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 09:28
Why do you want to spend money on that when you can wait a bit longer and pay for a proper open world game …
The Witcher 3 …
Skyrim was actually fun after I installed mods and made it look better on my PC.
It is more like a 8/10 if you take the biased mindset out of it 😉
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:31
I prefer to leave my biased Bathesda-fan mindset in my opinions 🙂
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 09:33
hehehehe
Ignore the bugs, crappy combat system and the very uninteresting story then yeah it can be a 10
Actually, to be honest. I found Dawnguard story with the vapires very entertaining… but that is a DLC…
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:35
I am fortunate to never have encountered any bugs and I enjoyed the story tbh. But to the combat system I can agree.
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 09:37
I was spoiled with Dragon Age: Origin story ;-(
I wish I could play DA:O with the Skyrim game … omw I should not start …
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:38
Haha. I didn’t enjoy DA gameplay much, never played it for very long, but the story was great.
Willem Swanepoel
January 9, 2014 at 09:40
yeah the gameplay was not a very good part of the game … but the story made up for it.
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 09:38
I ran into a bug on my first play through… couldn’t get through a damn door to complete a quest… had to find a work around as it wasn’t patched at the time.
JJ's horrible secret (John)
January 9, 2014 at 09:39
That’s pretty irritating. I’ve been very lucky with Skyrim and bugs.
TiMsTeR1033
January 9, 2014 at 09:55
pc version I am guessing… Xbox 360 version prob had less issues
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 10:13
Yeah PC version
Gr8_Balls_o_Fire
January 9, 2014 at 09:48
Hahahaha only noticed the little details on the header image now! lol
Melasco
January 9, 2014 at 09:49
A map made from hemp you say???
JWT-80
January 9, 2014 at 09:51
Hahaha!
Sageville
January 9, 2014 at 09:51
You have my attention sir.
TiMsTeR1033
January 9, 2014 at 09:53
You cant smoke hemp!
VampyricSquirrel Monk
January 9, 2014 at 10:13
Why the hell not? lol
Sageville
January 9, 2014 at 10:28
Whaaaat, I was just liking the shirt *innocent*
oVg
January 9, 2014 at 09:50
Next Gen consoles = Old PC ports 😛
Rock789
January 9, 2014 at 10:36
Happy bday bud! Hope you having a kick-ass day! 🙂
Melasco
January 9, 2014 at 09:57
I’m still praying for Bioware to release the ME Trilogy on PS4…. That would make me very happy!
Rock789
January 9, 2014 at 10:35
Ok, now I’m salivating uncontrollably at the thought of that awesomeness! 🙂
Mark Treloar
January 9, 2014 at 09:59
Banana will be so happy.
Rock789
January 9, 2014 at 10:35
In all honesty? I’m sold already! 🙂 If, of course, it contains the DLC. I adored Skyrim and, to this day, go back to it every now and then to finish some side quests I didn’t get round to. Or to simply just wonder the landscape, taking in the sheer awesomeness. Almost 200 hours later and I’m still very much in love with that game (bugs and all!).
So to be able to play it on my new-gen console…? Hell yeah! Fus-Ro… **wait for it**… DAH!
unRAPEable
January 9, 2014 at 14:43
Day one buy for me if it’s true
Gareth L (That Guy)
January 9, 2014 at 16:18
So now we wait for the Fallout 4 announcement. 😉
iPrimal
January 9, 2014 at 23:22
If you want the amazing graphics, just get the PC version. No waiting.
Travis Holland
January 12, 2014 at 21:52
sure, let me pull 1500 dollars out of my ass real quick.
iPrimal
January 16, 2014 at 06:55
Is it out yet?
JesseMace
September 10, 2014 at 16:15
i’ll buy the damn thing and pay more for it if they put it on the ps4 and reduce the god awful load times. i’m 2 trophies away from platinum and i quit because of the load times. i’m no expert at computers but my save file was 16mb and i had 350 hours into the game. i noticed the save file got a little bigger as you kept playing the game. i guess that is why it’s so slow now. hell i could play another game while waiting on the loadups. i was wondering if i could do something to reduce the load times. btw my sword damage is 868 million with no enchanments. i got 2billion with rings on, but then after that it went negative. restoration loop of course, but skyrim was my favorite game of all time…after deadspace1 and 2. put the mfer of ps4 with the option to bring in saved files.