Bethesda’s seminal classic Skyrim remains a titan of the genre even 14 years after its original release during the seventh console generation. It introduced a whole new era of gamers to Bethesda’s sweeping and expansive open worlds, and more importantly, it brought a legion of new fans to the magical and beloved fantasy world of Tamriel and The Elder Scrolls. And while the long wait for The Elder Scrolls 6 and the seemingly endless series of re-releases have become something of a meme in various gaming circles, there is no denying the earth-shattering impact it had on the industry in 2011. Like Minecraft, Grand Theft Auto V, Call of Duty, and Overwatch, it’s entered the canon of essential video games that almost everyone involved in the hobby has played at least once.