The September 28 launch of The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Anniversary Edition for Nintendo Switch introduced major performance issues. Fortunately, Bethesda has begun to investigate issues plaguing the Switch version of Skyrim Anniversary Edition. Over a decade after its initial launch, Skyrim continues to be an influential title in the gaming landscape.
According to the official Bethesda Support website, an investigation is underway involving the performance issues found in Skyrim Anniversary Edition for Switch. The Switch version's performance issues include inconsistent frame rates, stuttering, and crashes. Performance issues are prominent in the newest content added to Skyrim Anniversary Edition such as Creation Club content and Survival Mode. As a result, the experience is less than desirable for players who want to explore Skyrim Anniversary Edition's new content.
Players who want to report issues found in Skyrim Anniversary Edition for Switch may do so through the Bethesda Support website. A new entry has been added to the website for these performance issues, encouraging Skyrim Anniversary Edition players on Switch to sign up and receive updates about the topic. Information about an upcoming patch will likely come first through Bethesda's own channels, which includes the Bethesda Support website.
The Switch version is the latest console release for Skyrim Anniversary Edition, and the title continues to expand its presence on PC as well. Skyrim Anniversary Edition released for the Epic Games Store on October 6, just one week after the Switch version's launch. Owners of the original Skyrim title on both platforms may upgrade to Skyrim Anniversary Edition by purchasing the Anniversary Edition Upgrade for $20. However, Switch players should exercise caution due to the performance issues currently affecting the Anniversary Edition.
Bethesda's statement regarding Skyrim Anniversary Edition is brief, but it appears the developers are hard at work to ensure the Switch version becomes a compelling option for players once more. The original Skyrim experience for Switch remains intact with a stable frame rate, but the game lacks many of the new features and content that make the Anniversary Edition appealing to returning players.
Skyrim is one of Bethesda's most important titles, so it's up to the developers to polish the Switch version and bring the best performance possible out of the title. Since The Elder Scrolls 6 is still far away from release, Bethesda needs to ensure titles like Skyrim Anniversary Edition and Starfield are in an ideal state for players.
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim Anniversary Edition is available now for PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S.
Source: Bethesda