The Elder Scrolls: Skyrim Anniversary Edition is out now on Switch 2, and it proves that Todd Howard can indeed keep getting away with it

There are few things more certain in life than Bethesda RPGs getting new versions, particularly when it comes to The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.

The 2011 game (feel old yet?) has been ported to just about everything since the original release on PS3, Xbox 360, and PC, and now it’s coming to Nintendo Switch 2 – but you might need to pay for it.

Yep, you’re getting more Skyrim

New in this version of the game are improved load times, better performance than the base Switch version, and enhanced resolution, as well as a “massive library of community-favorite content” that runs the gamut from quests, to spells, dungeons, and more.

The Nintendo Switch 2 version includes the Dawnguard, Dragonborn, and Hearthfire expansions, so you’re getting plenty of bang for your buck.

As for that buck, the game will cost you $59.99 if you’re a new player, but you’ll get it free if you own the Skyrim Anniversary Edition on the original Nintendo Switch.

If you have the base version, however, then you can upgrade for those assorted goodies for $19.99.

Confused? Bethesda has a handy guide to upgrade whichever version you have.

• Install the Nintendo Switch version on the Nintendo Switch 2 by transferring the game, downloading it from the eShop or inserting the physical cartridge
• Launch the title. The eShop banner will appear on the title’s main menu.
• Press Y to access the content of the eShop
• Proceed through the prompts to purchase and/or download The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Anniversary Edition through the eShop

Playing on Switch will get you the Master Sword, Hylian Shield, and Champion’s Tunic from The Legend of Zelda if you haven’t grabbed those yet.

Given another critically-acclaimed open-world RPG—Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition—is delayed to 2026 for the Switch 2 port, then this is a great chance to jump in if you haven’t already.

Let’s hope it’s better than Fallout 4’s Anniversary Edition, which somewhat dropped the ball, then tripped over it, before being eaten by a Deathclaw.

You can find out our thoughts on that particular re-release in our full impressions, where we called it “the worst version of a great game”.