RPG videogames have always captivated video-gamers. The aspect of exploration, self-improvement, skills up-gradation, and amazing storylines and unlockable items have all made RPGs so popular. Skyrim was no exception, this breathtakingly beautiful (for its time) RPG revolutionized what we thought we knew about the genre. It not only broke stereotypes but added upon and improved pre-existing elements that defined the genre.
Winner of more than 200 Game of the Year Awards, Skyrim Special Edition brings the epic fantasy to life in stunning detail. 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. Over time, we're hoping to offer awareness of other quest mods by Skyrim EC's follower characters. Additionally, several modded followers will also be aware of the new characters and quests (Lucien Flavius, for example, will be getting a full integration patch with new dialogue, character interaction, and quest involvement for Extended Cut.
After all these years, with a vast pool of fans chasing newer entries from the series, Bethesda has decided to reward aficionados with a re-release of the game across all major platforms in use today. The PC port of the game is a special edition with slightly enhanced graphics and the wondrous addition of 64-bit support. The latter reflects the possibility of finally modifying the game to your liking. If there’s anything that video-gamers like more than playing a game, it’s modifying it.
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Skyrim – A Retrospective
Based on the mythological Nord world, Skyrim offers countless hours’ worth of fun. Fans have been clinging to the title for almost a decade now, and the passion is strong even in the present. Whether you like to slash and run, or silently creep in the dark corners, Skyrim is adaptable to your style and preference. The impressive quest-line, titanic weapons, malevolent magic spells, action, stealth, and independence of exploration makes Skyrim a title worth playing. With the new PC port, you can modify the game’s progression and truly craft your adventure to your liking.
Backup Before You Start Modding
Modding is a tricky business, any changes made to the files, if done improperly, can irreversibly damage the game. As a general rule of thumb, always keep a backup of the original game folders and files in case you mess up the process. Taking just a few minutes to back up these folders is miles better than ending up with broken registries and having to reinstall a fresh copy to start again.
How to Mod Skyrim PC Edition?
There are several methods for modding Skyrim PC Edition, some rely on in-game elements while others are based on external software. We have broken the process into four categories, and these are:
Using Vortex (formerly called Nexus Mod Manager) from Nexus Mods to modify Skyrim PC Edition
Manually modifying Skyrim Special Edition
Modding Skyrim PC Edition via Steam Workshop
In-game modding, exclusive for Skyrim Special Edition
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What Do You Need?
The prerequisites for all of these methods are:
A copy of Skyrim Special (PC) Edition, which you can easily buy online
Vortex, which you can download for free from Nexus Mods (if you are using Method #1)
Steam Workshop (if you are using Method #3)
Mods compatible with Skyrim PC Edition, which you can find on Nexus Mods, Moddb, etc.
Using Vortex To Mod Skyrim PC Edition
Vortex, formerly referred to as Nexus Mod Manager, is the most preferable and widely used resource for modding Skyrim PC Edition. This is because of several factors:
It is backed up by Nexus, which is a platform for video-game modders to upload and update their modes.
Nexus allows users and members to discuss bugs, problems, ideas, and features related to various mods.
Vortex keeps the modding process very organized and easy to handle.
If you’re downloading larger mod files, it will allow you to install them with ease.
There are tons of mods available on Nexus to choose and all of them are compatible with Vortex.
You can also filter through their mods to find what you are looking for.
Step #1: Download & Install Vortex
Open up the Nexus mods website on your browser and register an account there.
Browse through the website and download Vortex.
Once the download completes, run the setup file and install the vortex to any directory of your liking.
Step #2: Running Vortex
Run the vortex app after installation.
Navigate to the Vortex’s dashboard.
From the dashboard, click the option “Scan for missing games”.
Once the scanning is complete, click on the settings button.
Navigate to the mods tab.
Select the destination for your mod’s installation (the directory for Skyrim Special Edition, installed on your PC).
Step #3: Creating “.ini” file for Skyrim Special Edition
Before we proceed with the modding process, there is one thing we need to accomplish, that is to create an “.ini” file for the game. This file will allow the mods to work properly, and will itself be modified by the mod files, it will also be helpful in the future scenario in case the mods don’t work. To create this file, all you need to do is to simply boot up the game to its main menu (only via Steam, not directly), and then quit.
Step #4: Mod Installation
Browse through the Nexus site, use filters if you have to, and select the mod(s) you wish to install.
Before finalizing any decision, read the description of the mods very clearly so that you know what you’re getting into (slight tweaking or a complete overhaul).
Access the “Files” tab for the mod and download its files from there.
Once the mods files download, via Vortex, select them and hit the “install” button.
Voila, you’ve successfully modified your Skyrim PC Edition, but wait there’s more.
Step #5: Understanding the load order
If you’ve piled up some mod installations, you’ll notice a certain load order taking shape. This is the sequence with which the game launches certain mods (some before others). Simply put, some mods will have to be booted before others so that all of the mods work properly. Normally, there is nothing you have to do in this case, but sometimes you may have to manually modify some files. If that’s the case, the mod author will have elaborated the necessary steps. In case you run into trouble in this regard, you can always turn to dedicated apps like LOOT.
Manual Modding of Skyrim PC Edition
You can also add mods manually to the game directory if you want to simplify the process. Some people prefer to do it this way, especially those with extensive knowledge of the modding process (in case something messes up). This, however, is not recommended for amateurs. Here’s what you have to do:
Step #1: Locate the Game’s directory
By default, for the regular edition, it would be: “selected drive”:Program Files (x86)SteamSteamAppscommonSkyrimData
For the Special Edition, the default location would be: “selected drive”:Program Files (x86)SteamSteamAppscommonSkyrim Special EditionData
In case, you’ve installed the game to a custom location, that would be your game’s directory, for instance: “custom location”Skyrim Special EditionData
Step #2: Installation & Activation of the Mod
Copy the files of the mod to the data folder and close the directory.
Boot the game launcher and activate the copied mod via the “data files” section.
Remember that this is the least intuitive method and is not recommended.
Modding Skyrim Via Steam Workshop
This is perhaps the easiest, albeit not very customizable option for mod installation. As the name suggests, this option only applies to Steam version of the game, and you need to have Steam Workshop installed for it to work.
Step #1: Install Steam Workshop
Visit the Steam website.
Navigate their menu and find the option for downloading the “Steam Workshop” app.
Once the download has completed, install the setup.
Step #2: Install Mods With A Single Click
Open the Steam Workshop app.
Open the mod page and click on the “subscribe” button next to the mod you wish to install, this is it, mod installed.
In-game Modding Option
This method is equally simple and allows you to download and install mods with just a single click. There are no steps involved, just boot up the game and open the “Mods” tab and install the mods available from there. This method is the most reliable and simple, however, it is only compatible with a select few mods, so you’ll have to sacrifice variety.
Which Method Is The Best Mods?
While all of these methods have their pros and cons, there are several factors that make some stand out from the rest. Simplicity, for instance, is a plus point of the Steam and In-game modding methods, however, these protocols lack variety. The best option, in our opinion, is using Vortex, because it allows you to access a huge variety of mods from Nexus and is completely safe. When it comes to modding, there should be no limits.
Bottom Line – Help the Modding Community
Modders keep on enhancing the mod experience, adding new perks and features here and then to make it further attractive. These additions and fixes (for prevailing issues) take up valuable time from their end, so if you can, help them out with some donations (they almost always give a call to action button for this).
If you can’t help financially, you can always report bugs and issues with the mod so that they can improve it further. Many modders welcome new ideas, you can pitch in your inspirations, who knows, they might end up using your fascination in their next release. Wouldn’t it be cool playing a mod and knowing that it is partly based on your idea?
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This article is about the patches for the standard game. For the patches for the upgraded special edition, see Special Edition Patch.
Upgrading Skyrim to the latest patch is usually recommended, as many bugs and glitches are often fixed by the patches. You can find out about your version in the lower left corner of the 'System' screen (Esc on PC, Start then selecting 'System' on console). Extra details on specific platforms can be found on the related pages, PC, PS3, and Xbox 360.
Please note that having a designated patch installed will not guarantee that the issue it was supposed to fix will be fixed upon entering game. In some cases after a patch has been installed players have noted that their previous save files have become unplayable, glitchy and other issues. As such it may be necessary to start a new game file to have all issues resolved.
Version 1.9
Version 1.9.32.0.8
Patch 1.9.32.0.8 was released as a Steam beta update on 19 March 2013 and was released to all PC users on 20 March 2013, nearly three weeks before the 1.9.31.0.8 patch for Xbox 360 and PS3.[1]
Version 1.9.31.0.8
Version 1.9.31.0.8 was released for Xbox 360 and PS3 users on 8 April 2013.[2]
Bug Fixes
Fixed issue with NPCs sleeping with open eyes
Version 1.9.29.0.8
Patch 1.9.29.0.8 was released as a Steam beta update on 7 March 2013 and was released to all PC users on 18 March 2013.[3]
Bug Fixes
Fixed issue with certain cured diseases reappearing after reloading a save
Beta 1.9.26.0.8
Beta patch 1.9.26.0.8 was released on Steam on 4 March 2013.[4]
New Features
Legendary difficulty setting
Legendary Skills – Skills of 100 can be made Legendary. This will reset the skill to 15, reset all associated perks and refund their perk points, and allow the skill to affect leveling again. This effectively removes the overall level cap
Bug Fixes
General memory and stability improvements
Fixed issue with quest scripts that were not shutting down properly
Companions will equip better weapons and armor if given to them
Fixed rare issue where player is unable to learn the Clear Skies shout during 'The Throat of the World'
Fixed rare instance where Alduin would become invincible during 'Alduin's Bane'
Fixed a rare issue where player could become stuck in Night Mother's coffin during 'Death Incarnate'
Fixed rare issue where protected companions could be killed from poison damage
Fixed rare issue with certain ash piles left from resurrected NPCs not clearing properly
Fixed rare issue with NPCs and creatures respawning improperly after player fast travels
Fixed rare crash when entering Dark Brotherhood Sanctuary
Fixed rare crash when entering a player owned home
Random dragon attacks will no longer occur during 'Battle for Whiterun'
Fixed a rare crash when attempting to save your game during 'Waking Nightmare'
Fixed issue where 'Glory of the Dead' would not start properly if player is in combat with Eorlund Gray-Mane
The white phial is no longer consumed if given to a follower
If player marries Aela, the 'Totem of Hircine' quest will be available
Unused briar hearts can be dropped after finishing 'The White Phial'
Fixed issue with paying off a crime against the Companions that prevented player from getting Companions quests properly
Thieves Guild caches are now properly enabled in the appropriate cities
The Dragon Infusion perk now works properly when taking Esbern's Potion
Cragslane Cave properly resets if player receives a radiant quest to clear it out
Fixed rare issue with bounty quest objectives not properly clearing after completion
Gallus' Encoded Journal is no longer a quest item after completing the Thieves Guild
In 'No Stone Unturned' Vex will now accept Unusual Gems if you've collected them all before starting the quest
Vekel the Man now gives rewards for completing 'Toying with The Dead'
Fixed rare issue with being unable to turn in stolen items in 'The Litany of Larceny'
Fixed issue with followers becoming over-encumbered after being repeatedly rehired
Fixed rare issue with visiting Kynesgrove on horseback not progressing 'A Blade in the Dark' properly
Fixed issue with receiving a duplicate radiant quest from a Jarl
Fixed conflict with clearing Driftshade Sanctuary before starting 'Trouble in Skyrim'
Fixed issue with using shouts while in jail and having guards unlock the jail cell
Fixed rare issue with quest NPCs not properly moving to quest locations
Fixed issue with NPCs not selling master level spells
Fixed rare issue where player gets control locked outside the Thalmor Embassy at the start of 'Diplomatic Immunity'
Fixed rare issue with disappearing containers after upgrades in player owned house
Fixed issue with being erroneously attacked while as a werewolf during 'Ill Met By Moonlight'
The Ebony Blade is now only improved by two handed perks
Locked door to Proudspire Manor can now be unlocked by proper key
Fixed issue with merchants not receiving the proper additional gold with the Investor perk
Fixed a rare issue where the player would be unable to learn a word after leaving for several days during 'The Way of The Voice'
The Nord Hero Bow can now be improved
The Purity perk no longer requires the Experimenter perk
Fixed rare instance where Lovers Comfort would not be applied properly
If you approach Frostmere Crypt from the north, 'The Pale Lady' will start properly
Fixed rare issue where player could be prevented from speaking with Atub to start 'The Cursed Tribe'
Fixed rare issue where a dragon could appear in the Mind of a Madman realm and kill the player
Fixed instance where player could get stuck in Japhet's Folly
Fixed rare instances where Arngeir would not teach Whirlwind Sprint
Fixed issue with 'Ill Met By Moonlight' if Sinding dies before the quest starts
Gharol can now properly train up to level 75
Fixed conflict with visiting The Karthspire before starting 'Alduin's Wall'
Reduced the instance of random dragon attacks after fast traveling post main quest
Recruited Blades now have appropriate dialogue while at Sky Haven Temple
Fixed rare issue where an incorrect dungeon could appear as a location during 'Totems of Hircine'
Fixed rare instance in 'Fetch me that Book' where books found before getting the quest would not be properly recognized
Fixed rare issue with traveling to Thalmor Embassy with companions during 'Diplomatic Immunity'
Fixed issues with Matching Set perk not working properly with certain pieces of armor
Fixed issues with Custom Fit perk not working properly with certain pieces of armor
Fixed issue with NPC dying in a bear trap blocking progress in 'In My Time of Need'
Fixed rare issue with swinging door becoming stuck and blocking an entrance in Volunruud
Imperial Light Armor can now be crafted
Fixed issue with 'Vald's Debt' where Vald was not leveled properly
Fixed issue with Vilkas not giving proper greeting after completing 'Battle for Whiterun'
Fixed issue with respawning actors that were raised by using the Ritual Stone power
Fixed issue with the Ancient Knowledge perk not calculating properly
The Palace of Kings now has patrolling guards on upper floors
Reduce percentage chance of getting a werewolf loading screen while player is a werewolf
Pantea's flute is no longer a quest item after completing 'Pantea's Flute'
Placing an unread Oghma Infinium on a bookshelf in the player's house no longer allows the book to be reused again
Adjusted dialogue priority to improve chances of hearing more combat dialogue from certain NPC enemies
Fixed issue with falling damage on high difficulty levels
Fixed bad collision on certain clutter objects
Fixed rare instance of couriers who would appear only dressed in a hat
Version 1.8
Version 1.8.183.0.7
Safari 12 plugins. Version 1.8.183.0.7 was released for the PS3 in English-speaking territories on 11 February 2013. The European download indicates version 2.08, but the version number can be verified in-game. [5]
New Features
Adds a 'Downloadable Content' section to the in-game load menu
Version 1.8.151.0.7
Version 1.8.151.0.7 was released as a Steam beta on 24 October 2012[6] and was released to all PC users on 1 November 2012.[7] It was released for Xbox 360 in English-speaking territories on 16 November 2012.[8]
Required to run the Dragonborn add-on
Bug Fixes
General stability improvements
Fixed issue with horse animations
Version 1.8.145.0.7
Version 1.8.145.0.7 was released as a Steam beta on 15 October 2012.[9]
Bug Fixes
General memory and stability improvements
Fixed rare crash when using vampiric grip
Fixed issue where Arnleif and Sons Trading Company could become permanently locked
Fixed issue related to duplicate NPCs
Fixed rare issue where exterior door would not open properly
Version 1.7
Version 1.7.18.0.6
Version 1.7.18.0.6 was released on 27 August 2012 for PS3 (Europe).
Version 1.7.13.0.6
Version 1.7.13.0.6 was released on 9 August 2012 for the Xbox (worldwide) and PS3 (North America only).
Required to run Hearthfire add-on
Note: While downloading the update, PS3 users may be told that they are downloading the 1.6 update, but the in-game menu will confirm that the update is for version 1.7.
Version 1.7.7.0.6
Version 1.7.7.0.6 was released 30 July 2012 on Steam.
Version 1.7.7.0
Version 1.7.7.0 was released as a Steam beta on 23 July 2012.[10]
Bug Fixes
General memory and stability optimizations
Fixed crash related to new water shaders
Fixed rare crash related to dragon landings
Using vampiric grip and swimming no longer prevents swimming animation from playing afterwards
Fixed logic error with loading screens from add-ons
Improved recognition with Kinect voice commands
Kinect-enabled dragon language shouts for French, German, Italian and Spanish work properly
Fixed issue with Dawnguard Kinect-enabled dragon shouts for French, German, Italian and Spanish
Version 1.6
Version 1.6.90.0.6
Version 1.6.90.0.6 was released for Xbox 360 users on 8 June 2012.
Required to run Dawnguard add-on
New Features
Adds an 'Add-Ons' option to the in-game load menu
Version 1.6.89.0.6
Version 1.6.89.0.6 was released as a Steam beta update on 5 June 2012 and was released to all PC users on 11 June 2012.[11]
Changes
Reported better integration and performance with Steam
Adds a 'Dawnguard Quests Completed' field under the Quest tab under General Stats in the main menu
Version 1.6.87.0.6
Version 1.6.87.0.6 was released as a Steam beta update on 24 May 2012.
New Features
Mounted Combat - Skyrim now allows you to do melee and ranged combat while riding a horse
Bug Fixes
General stability and memory optimizations
General AI pathfinding optimizations and bug fixes
Optimizations and crash fixes for data leaks
Fixed rare crash with lighting
Fixed crashes related to loading and saving games
Fixed crash with summoned creatures/NPCs
Fixed rare issue where saves would be corrupted
Improved logic for when ranged kill cams are played
Fixed issue with ranged kill cams while killing a dragon
Fixed rare issue with certain ranged kill cams not playing properly
Fixed issue with nirnroot lighting not properly cleaning up
Fixed issue where bow damage was being calculated incorrectly
Fixed rare problem with werewolf kill moves would not finish animating properly
Fixed occasional issue where followers would disappear after player pays off a bounty after committing a crime
Fixed issue where certain creatures and NPCs would fail to respawn properly
Fixed rare issue with dialogue subtitles not displaying properly
Fixed issue with water appearing blurry when loading a saved game after creating a save underwater
Fixed issue where map cursor would occasionally disappear after closing a message box with Kinect enabled
Fixed rare issue with shouts only performing the first level and not other unlocked levels with Kinect enabled
Fixed issue where the shout buttons would stop working properly if users mashed LB and RB during cooldown with Kinect enabled
Quest Fixes
Skyrim Pc Re Release Dates
In The Break of Dawn fixed rare issue where Meridia's Beacon would disappear from player's inventory
Version 1.5
Version 1.5.26.0.5
Version 1.5.26.0.5 was released for PS3 and Xbox 360 users on 5 April 2012 (though PSN's patch installer said version 2.04, it is identified as 1.5.26.0.5 in-game).[12]
Version 1.5.26.0
Version 1.5.26.0 was released to all Steam users on 30 March 2012. Same release notes as Beta 1.5.26.0.5. Some interesting files were found accompanying this update, relating to future add-ons. The files are listed below.[13]
Added Files
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceDialogueA.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceDialogueB.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceDialogueC.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceDialogueD.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceDialogueE.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceFireBall.HKX
AnimationsDLC01Chair_SnowElfPrinceSitIdle.HKX
AnimationsDLC01SnowElfPrinceAscensionBurning.HKX
AnimationsDLC01IdleMesmerizes.hkx
AnimationsDLC01Paired_VampFeedBack.hkx
AnimationsDLC01Paired_VampFeedFront.hkx
crossbow_direction_behavior.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_1stP_Run.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_1stP_Walk.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_Aim.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_Equip.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_IdleDrawn.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_IdleHeld.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_Release.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunBackward.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunBackwardLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunBackwardRight.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunForward.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunForwardLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunForwardRight.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_RunRight.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkBackward.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkBackwardLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkBackwardRight.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkForward.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkForwardLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkForwardRight.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkLeft.hkx
AnimationsCrossBow_WalkRight.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_End.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_EndL.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_Idle.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_IdleL.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_LToR.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_RToL.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_Start.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_StartL.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_Talk01.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Guarded_Talk02.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_GuardedToOpen.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_End.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Idle.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Start.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Talk01.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Talk02.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Talk03.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Open_Talk04.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_OpenToGuarded.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Playful_End.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Playful_Idle.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Playful_Start.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Playful_Talk01.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Playful_Talk02.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_PlayfulToSerious.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Serious_End.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Serious_Idle.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Serious_Start.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Serious_Talk01.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Serious_Talk02.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_SeriousToPlayful.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Shock01.hkx
AnimationsDLC01RF_Shock02.hkx
Beta 1.5.26.0.5
Version 1.5.26.0.5 was released as a Steam beta update on 26 March 2012.
Bug Fixes
Fixed issue with frequency of first person kill cameras
Underwater effects now display properly
Fixed crash when loading certain plugins
Fixed issue where sun would not appear properly after fast travel
Note: As we recently said in the latest Bethesda Podcast, the latest Creation Kit update resolves reported issues with navmeshing. Recently we've discovered a change made to 1.5's executable for support of the navmesh fix caused CTDs for users loading mods. As a result, we've removed the executable change in this beta update.
Delcam crispin rapidshare library. If you're experiencing CTDs as a result of Tuesday's 1.5 release, we recommend opting into the 1.5.26 Beta Update. And for the navmesh fix, the team is currently investigating the issue.
Version 1.5.24.0
Version 1.5.24.0 was released to all Steam users on 20 March 2012. Same release notes as 1.5.24.0.5.
Beta 1.5.24.0.5
Version 1.5.24.0.5 was released as a Steam beta update on 15 March 2012.
Skyrim Pc Re Release Prisoners
New Features
New cinematic kill cameras for projectile weapons and spells
New kill moves and animations for melee weapons
Shadows on grass available
Smithing skill increases now factor in the created item's value
Improved visual transition when going underwater
Improved distance LOD transition for snowy landscapes
Bug Fixes
General crash fixes and memory optimizations
Fixed issue with Deflect Arrows perk not calculating properly
In A Cornered Rat, the death of certain NPCs no longer blocks progression
Fixed issue where Farkas would not give Companion's quests properly
Fixed crash when loading saves that rely on data that is no longer being loaded
Followers sneak properly when player is sneaking
Fixed issue with weapon racks not working properly in Proudspire Manor
Arrows and other projectiles that were stuck in objects in the world now clean up properly
Fixed issue where Rescue Mission was preventing Taking Care of Business from starting properly
Fixed issue where certain NPCs would fail to become Thieves Guildfences
Fixed issue in Diplomatic Immunity where killing all the guards in the Thalmor Embassy before starting the quest would break progress
In Hard Answers, picking up the dwarven museum key after completing the quest no longer restarts the quest
Killing Viola before or after Blood on the Ice no longer blocks progression
Fixed issue where Calixto would fail to die properly in Blood on the Ice
In Waking Nightmare fixed occasional issue where Erandur would stop pathing properly
Fixed issue where letters and notes with random encounters would appear blank
Fixed rare issue where dialogue and shouts would improperly play
Lydia will now offer marriage option after player purchases Breezehome in Whiterun
Fixed issue where if player manually mined ore in Cidhna Mine, jail time would not be served
Fixed rare issue with skills not increasing properly
Fixed issue where the Headsman's Axe did not gain proper bonus from Barbarian perk
In A Night To Remember, it is no longer possible to kill Ysolda, Ennis or Senna before starting the quest
Fixed issue with the ebony dagger having a weapon speed that was too slow
Fixed issue with The Wolf Queen Awakened where backing out of a conversation with Styrr too soon would block progress
The third level of the Limbsplitter perk now properly improves all battle axes
Fixed a rare issue where Sanguine Rose would not work properly
In Tending the Flames, King Olaf's Verse will no longer disappear from explosions
Version 1.4
Version 1.4.27.0.4
Version 1.4.27.0.4 was released for PC on 28 February 2012. This has the same release notes as the beta 1.4.26 patch, with one addition.[14]
Bug Fixes
Followers now sneak properly when player is sneaking
Beta 1.4.26
Version 1.4.26 was released for PC on 20 February 2012.[15] Release notes are as follows:
Launcher
Fixed issue with downloading mods when you are subscribed to more than 50 mods
Fixed crash when loading a subscribed mod that has been removed from Workshop by the author
Mod load order functionality
Bug Fixes
Fixed occasional crashes when loading a save that relies on plugins/master files that no longer exist
Fixed issue where controls would become unresponsive while charging an enchanted weapon
Fixed issue where controls would occasionally become unresponsive while switching from third to first person while using the Arcane Enchanter
Fixed issue where controls would become unresponsive if activating a crafting station with autorun active
Fixed issue where keyboard would fail if Rename Item was selected before choosing the number of charges, while using Arcane Enchanter
Fixed several issues with remapping buttons while using an Xbox 360 controller
Fixed issue where pressing Escape button after fast traveling but before the loading would cause certain menus to stop working properly
Version 1.4.21.0.4
Version 1.4.21.0.4 was released on 5 February 2012 (released for consoles on 9 February 2012). This is the same version as the third beta build. Those that were participating in the beta when this build was released would not have to download the update when it was officially released.[16]
Beta 1.4.21.0.4
Changelog:
Fixed bug related to hitching between cell boundaries
Beta 1.4.20
A new version (1.4.20) of the beta update, covers the following:
Fixed occasional audio issue that would play sound effects louder than intended
Master Criminal achievement/trophy unlocks properly in French, German, Spanish and Italian
Fixed issue where dragon priest masks would not render correctly
Fixed issue where player would be unable to become Thane of Riften if they purchased a home first
Beta 1.4.15
It was released via Steam as a beta.[17] Changelog (all platforms unless noted):
New Features
Skyrim launcher support for Steam Workshop
Bug Fixes
General optimizations for memory and performance
Fixed occasional issue with armor and clothing not displaying properly when placed on mannequins in player's house
Improved compiler optimization settings
Long term play optimizations for memory and performance
Memory optimizations related to scripting
Fixed crashes related to pathing and AI
Fixed crash in Haemar's Shame if player had already completed A Daedra's Best Friend
Fixed rare crash with loading saved games
Fixed issue with accented characters not displaying properly at the end of a line
Fixed issue where quests would incorrectly progress after reloading a save
Fixed issues with placing and removing books from bookshelves in the player's home
Fixed issue where weapon racks and plaques would not work correctly in player's house if player immediately visits their house before purchasing any furnishing
Fixed issue where the player house in Windhelm would not clean up properly
Fixed crash related to giant attacks and absorb spells
Fixed issue with ash piles not cleaning up properly
Fixed occasional issue where overwriting an existing save would fail
Fixed memory crash with container menu
Fixed infinite loop with bookshelves
Fixed issue where traps in Shalidor's Maze would not work properly in French, German, Spanish and Italian versions
Fixed issue where transforming back to human from werewolf would occasionally fail
Bows and daggers will display properly when placed on weapon racks
Quest Fixes
The Unusual Gem inside the Thalmor Embassy is now accessible after finishing Diplomatic Immunity
In Breaching Security, the quest token is no longer required to receive a fortune reading from Olava the Feeble
Fixed issue where Galmar would not complete Joining the Stormcloaks properly if Season Unending was an active quest
Fixed issue where starting Season Unending after finishing Joining the Stormcloaks would prevent The Jagged Crown from starting properly
Fixed issue progressing through Message to Whiterun while Season Unending was still open would block progression for both quests
In Arniel's Endeavor, fixed issue where a quest journal would trigger multiple times
In Forbidden Legend, the amulet fragment can no longer disappear after player leaves a dungeon without taking it
Fixed rare issue in Forbidden Legend where killing Mikrul Gauldurson while sneaking would make his corpse inaccessible
In The White Phial, the phial can no longer disappear if player leaves dungeon without taking it
The White Phial will now start properly if player already has a briar heart in their inventory
Player can no longer get stuck in Misty Grove after completing A Night to Remember
Fixed issue where leaving Riften during A Chance Arrangement would prevent quest from progressing
In Darkness Returns, a door in Twilight Sepulcher will properly open if the player leaves the dungeon for an extended period of time before completing the quest
In Under New Management, if the player leaves the Oculory for an extended period of time after placing the focusing crystal and returns, the quest will proceed correctly
Onmund's Request will now start properly if player has already found Enthir's staff before receiving this quest
Fixed instance where Tonilia would stop buying stolen items and also would not give Guild Leader Armor
Repairing the Phial will start properly if player already has unmelting snow or mammoth tusk in their inventory
Finding Pantea's Flute before speaking with Pantea no longer prevents her quest from updating
In the Coming of the Dawn, fixed rare instance where a quest object would spawn incorrectly on the Katariah during Hail Sithis!
Fixed rare issue in The Mind of Madness where player is unable to equip the Wabbajack
Fixed issue in Pieces of the Past where Mehrunes Dagon'sRazor will not trigger properly if player leaves the cell for extended period of time before activating it
Blood's Honor will start properly if you visited and completed Driftshade and an extended period of time passes before starting the quest
Fixed rare issue where Dampened Spirits would not start properly
Fixed issue where killing guards in Cidhna Mine would block progression for No One Escapes Cidhna Mine
Fixed numerous issues with Blood on the Ice not triggering properly
In Blood on the Ice, Calixto can now be killed if player owns a house in Windhelm
In The Cure for Madness, killing Cicero then resurrecting him no longer impedes quest progress
Fixed rare issue in To Kill an Empire where an NPC would fail to die properly
Clearing Knifepoint Ridge before starting Boethiah's Champion no longer prevents quest from starting
Version 1.3
Version 1.3.10.0
Version 1.3.10.0 was released via Steam for the PC on 20 December 2011. This update was labeled as the '4GB Tuning' update that makes Skyrim large address aware (i.e. Garageband 6.0.5 mac. able to access up to 4GB of RAM instead of 2GB).[18]
Patch Fixes
The following release notes were added for 1.3.10.0, now referred to as an incremental update:
Support for 4-Gigabyte Tuning (Large Address Aware)
Fixed issue with accented characters not displaying properly at the end of a line
Version 1.3.7.0
Version 1.3.7.0 was released on 7 December 2011 for the PC and on 15 December 2011 for the Xbox 360 and PS3. This patch mainly fixes bugs introduced in the previous patch.[18]
Patch Fixes
General stability improvements
Optimize performance for Core 2 Duo CPUs
Fixed Radiant Story incorrectly filling certain roles
Fixed magic resistances not calculating properly (initial reports: fixed on 360 after re-equipping. Needs confirmation)
Fixed issue with placing books on bookshelves inside player purchased homes
Fixed dragon animation issues with saving and loading
Fixed Y-look input to scale correctly with framerate
Fixed Oghma Infinium glitch using chests, barrels, dead bodies, etc.
Version 1.2
Skyrim Version 1.2 was released on 28 November 2011 for the PS3 and 30 November 2011 for the Xbox 360 and PC. [19]
Patch Fixes
Improved occasional performance issues resulting from long term play
Fixed issue where textures would not properly upgrade when installed to drive
Fixed crash on startup when audio is set to sample rate other than 44100Hz
Fixed issue where projectiles did not properly fade away
Fixed occasional issue where a guest would arrive to the player's wedding dead
Dragon corpses now clean up properly
Fixed rare issue where dragons would not attack
Fixed rare NPC sleeping animation bug
Fixed rare issue with dead corpses being cleared up prematurely
Skeleton Key will now work properly if player has no lockpicks in their inventory
Fixed rare issue with renaming enchanted weapons and armor
Fixed rare issue with dragons not properly giving souls after death
ESC button can now be used to exit menus
Fixed occasional mouse sensitivity issues
General functionality fixes related to remapping buttons and controls
Bugs introduced
1.2 introduced a number of bugs. These included, but are not limited to:
Dragons occasionally flying backwards
Resistances not calculated correctly and therefore have no effect
Enchantments no longer working
Scripts causing Treasure Map chests to appear do not work
Files changed by this update were SkyrimLauncher.exe and interface.bsa. In order to roll back to 1.1, it is necessary to restore both of these files.
These issues were fixed in the 1.3.7.0 update, though some anomalous dragon behavior has still been observed as of 1.3.7.0.
Version 1.1
Version 1.1.21
Skyrim Version 1.1.21 was released on Steam/PC on 21 November 2011.
Modified TESV.exe to require that the Steam client be running to play the game.
Version 1.1
Skyrim Version 1.1 was released on 11 November 2011 (the same day that Skyrim was released), and is the first patch to be released for the game.
Bug Fixes
General optimizations related to stability and performance
Essential followers recover properly if player fast travels away
Fixed rare instances of dragons flying improperly through objects after player exits an interior
Fixed rare instance where a music track would not stop playing properly
Autosave message properly displays when going through a load door
The fifth level of the Light Fingers perk correctly calculates the Pickpocket skill bonus
Enchanting an item to improve the Sneak skill properly calculates the bonus to the player's Sneak skill
Enchanting an item to improve the Lockpick skill properly calculates the bonus to the player's Lockpick skill
Corpus Enchanter perk properly calculates bonuses to stats for the player's new enchantments
Quest Fixes
Fixed rare issue where a character would not arrive properly to the Thalmor Embassy during Diplomatic Immunity
Rescue/Attack on Fort Neugrad will trigger properly if player travels to Fort Neugrad on foot
In To Kill an Empire, Gianna will now talk to player with certain diseases
Fixed rare instance of Civil War battle not starting properly if player receives a Companions quest from Farkas
During Brelyna's Practice, fixed rare issue where the player could be permanently invisible
Triggering combat in Largashbur no longer stops progression to The Cursed Tribe
Fixed rare instance where fighting a Civil War battle during The Fallen would prevent the Jarl of Whiterun from accepting their axe in Message to Whiterun
In The Horn of Jurgen Windcaller, fixed rare instance where Arngeir would not teach player the last word of Unrelenting Force
In Taking Care of Business, fixed issue where Brynjolf would not give player this quest if Talen-Jei was dead
See Also
Unofficial Skyrim Patch — an unofficial mod attempting to fix all the bugs not fixed by the official patches. Available only on the PC
References
^1.9 Beta Update on Steam
^Skyrim 1.9 Update on Consoles
^1.9 Beta Update on Steam
^Now on Steam: Skyrim 1.9 Beta Update
^Skyrim 1.8 Update (English) Deploys on PSN
^1.8 Beta Update Available on Steam
^Skyrim 1.8 Update
^Now on Xbox LIVE
^1.8 Beta Update Available on Steam
^1.7 Beta Update Available on Steam
^Mounted Combat arrives in 1.6 Skyrim
^Skyrim 1.5 Update Hitting Consoles
^Skyrim 1.5 Available on Steam (Updated)
^Skyrim 1.4.27 released on Steam
^New Beta Update available on Steam (Update)
^1.4 update now on Steam, Xbox LIVE (Updated)
^News on the Creation Kit and Game Updates (1.4)
^ abSkyrim Update 1.3 now on Steam (Updated)
^Skyrim 1.2 update
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