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Skyrim Editions Compared: Special, Anniversary & VR
New or returning on PC/console in 2026: Anniversary Edition (or Special Edition + Anniversary Upgrade) is the edition Bethesda marketed as the comprehensive modern package. VR is only if you specifically want VR. Always re-check live storefronts for current price and platform.
| Edition | Includes | Creation Club | Mod support |
|---|---|---|---|
Legendary Edition (legacy) Older generation packages; not the recommended modern entry point. |
| No | Legacy/32-bit era tooling; prefer Special/Anniversary on current platforms |
Special Edition PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch (availability varies by storefront). |
| Not bundled; Creations marketplace available separately on supported platforms | Primary PC modding baseline (SKSE + Nexus ecosystem) |
Anniversary Edition Digital and physical (PS4/Xbox One physical noted in FAQ); next-gen upgrades called out for PS5 / Xbox Series. |
| Bundled Creation Club content from AE launch; FAQ cited 10th-anniversary bundle | Same SE/AE PC modding stack; Creations also available via Bethesda |
Skyrim VR PC VR / PlayStation VR (storefront-dependent). |
| Not the same as flat AE bundle — do not claim AE content without a live storefront citation | Separate VR modding community; not interchangeable with flat SE lists |
Sources: Bethesda AE FAQ