The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition Timeline ( Real )

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June 3, 2016

Announcement of Skyrim Special Edition

Bethesda announced the Skyrim Special Edition, a remastered version of the original game featuring enhanced graphics, performance, and mod support on consoles.

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October 28, 2016

Release of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition

The Special Edition of Skyrim was released, providing improved visuals and mod support for Xbox One, PlayStation 4, and PC platforms.

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November 17, 2017

Skyrim Special Edition Released on Nintendo Switch

The Skyrim Special Edition was released on the Nintendo Switch, making the game available on a portable console with unique features such as motion controls.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition Timeline ( Fictional )

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3E 433

The Oblivion Crisis Ends

The Mythic Dawn cult invades Tamriel through Oblivion Gates, but the crisis ends with the hero of Kvatch closing the gates and defeating Mehrunes Dagon in 3E433.

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4E 175

The White-Gold Concordat Signed

The Empire signs the White-Gold Concordat with the Aldmeri Dominion, which forbids the worship of Talos and ends the Great War.

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4E 201

Stormcloak Rebellion Begins

Ulfric Stormcloak leads a rebellion against the Imperial rule in Skyrim, demanding independence for the province.

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4E 201

The Dragon Crisis Begins

Dragons, thought to be extinct, begin to return to Skyrim under the leadership of Alduin, the World-Eater.

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4E 201

Dragonborn Emerges

The player character is revealed as the Dragonborn, with the soul of a dragon and the power to absorb dragon shouts to stop Alduin.

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4E 201

Alduin Defeated

The Dragonborn defeats Alduin and saves Skyrim from destruction.