For anySkyrimfans who prefer their games to have a bit more chaos when it comes to action, a mod for the VR version basically turns the dragon-themed fantasy RPG intoCall of Dutyby adding guns. Given thatElder Scrolls 5fans are still talking about the gamemore than 11 years after its launch, the idea that Bethesda’s epic release could be lost to the annals of time seems almost an impossibility.
Featuring magic-based combat, battles with dragons, and quests that take the hero of the land on many adventures,Skyrimwears its high fantasy aesthetic proudly. Those who have played the series over the decades have come to understand that swords, spells, and bow and arrows are key to winning battles. However, there comes a time when fans would like to do something that goes against the traditions of the genre. One of those things may be to have guns in Tamriel.
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That’s exactly what Nexus Mods user MixedMartialArtist has brought to the world. As spotted by DSO Gaming, thisSkyrimmod allows players to bringCall of Duty-style shooting toTES5, introducing guns that make light work of bandits. It should be said that this is specifically for the VR version of the game, but for those who have a copy, a video of “Call of Duty - Skyrim VR” shows just how much more chaotic fighting is as the Dragonborn mows down enemy after enemy inside a dungeon. The creator says that the mod has a reload function, with weapons having their own recoil and varying degrees of effect depending on distance. The fact that it’s in virtual reality as well only adds to that element of war-like immersion.
This is also not the first timeguns have been added toSkyrim, which kind of shows that having modern ranged weapons in an action RPG is something that a few others would like to see. Perhaps this is whyFalloutis just as popular asThe Elder Scrolls, as the post-apocalyptic series offers up similar role-playing and open-world aspects thatOblivionandSkyrimare known for, but with the option to use pistols, rifles, and all manner of ranged weapons.
Those who have yet to try it may be wonderingwhetherSkyrim VRis worth it or not. While the base game is already pretty immersive, having the option to use a VR headset adds to that sense of believability. Evidently, people like MixedMartialArtist feel this immersion can be further improved with the addition of guns.
The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim - Anniversary Editionis out now for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.
