Summary
- Release Year: 2017
- Genres: Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: PC (Microsoft Windows)
Beyond Skyrim: Expanding the Borders of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
Introduction
Beyond Skyrim is a massive and ambitious modding project for The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim that aims to expand the game’s world beyond its original borders. The project is a collaboration of multiple teams of modders, each working on a different region of Tamriel, the setting of the Elder Scrolls series. Once completed, Beyond Skyrim will allow players to explore vast new lands, each with its own unique cultures, landscapes, and quests.
Current Projects
Several Beyond Skyrim projects are currently in development, including:
- Beyond Skyrim: Argonia – The Roots of the World: This project will bring the marshy swamps and dense jungles of Argonia to life, allowing players to explore the homeland of the reptilian Argonians.
- Beyond Skyrim: Cyrodiil – The Seat of Sundered Kings: This project will recreate the Imperial Province of Cyrodiil, the setting of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. Players will be able to visit the Imperial City, explore the rolling hills of the Nibenay Valley, and delve into the ancient ruins of Ayleid ruins.
- Beyond Skyrim: Elsweyr – Sugar and Blood: This project will bring the deserts and savannas of Elsweyr to life, allowing players to explore the homeland of the Khajiit. Players will be able to visit the bustling city of Rimmen, traverse the treacherous sands of the Tenmar Forest, and encounter the ancient ruins of the Khajiiti civilization.
- Beyond Skyrim: Iliac Bay – Tower of Dawn: This project will recreate the Iliac Bay region of Tamriel, which includes the provinces of High Rock and Hammerfell. Players will be able to explore the bustling cities of Daggerfall and Sentinel, scale the towering peaks of the Dragontail Mountains, and delve into the ancient ruins of Dwemer and Ayleid civilizations.
- Beyond Skyrim: Morrowind – The Star-Wounded East: This project will bring the volcanic landscapes and alien flora and fauna of Morrowind to life, allowing players to explore the homeland of the Dunmer. Players will be able to visit the city of Mournhold, traverse the ashy wastes of the Red Mountain, and encounter the ancient ruins of the Dwemer and Tribunal Temple.
- Beyond Skyrim: Roscrea – Voices of the Deep: This project will recreate the island of Roscrea, located off the coast of Morrowind. Players will be able to explore the lush forests, towering mountains, and ancient ruins of this mysterious island.
- Beyond Skyrim: Atmora – Expedition to the North: This project will bring the frozen wastes of Atmora to life, allowing players to explore the ancestral homeland of the Nords. Players will be able to brave the treacherous ice fields, encounter the fierce creatures of the north, and delve into the ancient ruins of the Atmoran civilization.
- Beyond Skyrim: Valenwood – Lure of the Wilds: This project will bring the lush jungles and towering trees of Valenwood to life, allowing players to explore the homeland of the Bosmer. Players will be able to visit the hidden city of Elden Root, traverse the treacherous swamps of the Blackwood, and encounter the ancient ruins of the Ayleid civilization.
Released Projects
One Beyond Skyrim project has already been released:
- Beyond Skyrim: Bruma: This project adds the city of Bruma and the surrounding region of Cyrodiil to Skyrim. Players can travel to Bruma from Skyrim, and explore the Imperial architecture, lush forests, and rolling hills of the region.
Impact on Skyrim
Beyond Skyrim has the potential to revolutionize Skyrim. By expanding the game’s world and adding new content, Beyond Skyrim will give players hundreds of hours of new gameplay. The project will also allow players to experience new cultures, landscapes, and quests, making Skyrim a more diverse and immersive experience.
Conclusion
Beyond Skyrim is a massive and ambitious project that is well worth checking out for any fan of Skyrim. The project is constantly being updated with new content, and it is sure to provide years of enjoyment for players.
Review Score
9/10
