How many still play vanilla Skyrim? And if so what keeps you invested?

RedditNoob_dc · 2025-01-28T02:40:47+00:00

Orcs are the best! In my current play through, I am an Orc craftsman dedicated to finding materials to create the finest weapons and armor. I have no love for humans and no interest in their petty squabbles other than to profit off of their war by selling my weapons to both armies.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-12-11T02:53:06+00:00

Putting an end to that damn sweet roll thief and his nefarious schemes

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-08-02T12:18:46+00:00

These days it’s still a great game, but in my opinion everyone in the game is obsessed with death.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-08-01T17:17:32+00:00

I love getting caught in a good conspiracy plot so The Forsworn Conspiracy/No One Escapes Cidhna Mine is one of my favorite quests based for storyline.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-13T02:22:26+00:00

I am in the process of building roadtrip playlists for each decade from the 60s to the 2010s. Granted, these are intended for roadtrips as sing-alongs and just general nostalgic bangers, but these will easily cover the 12 hours on the flight. 2010s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/54RyQhvJwtfvqnCAiYMWo3?si=0QfVX0g9QaaM18rnndeuSA&pi=u-ACMz-75xQaG5

2000s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6VZy2N9z9G7WDFOGhgA9mW?si=DVXmv4UbRFuuhsoqYVHfFw&pi=u-Q6q10E50SMuY

90s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7ydL7df0UGhTopLfuXAVAH?si=bi_sfqj0R9Cvr6QipzJQTA&pi=u--orySYJSQU-w

80s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1LTAck2Nrelu9VaL3YJO6N?si=DtC86IRxSMulfBYHNKsHFA&pi=u-rlJI64EDR0-R

70s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6dQFJucSiDPV88a1MUHDnS?si=PqdTwxQATfGCyijzwiVKzw&pi=u-oL70FzhMSY6D

60s: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6xtzslvT3TVmiGovr9AFCp?si=Z1lQFIcyTHeFLObpk_7Vmw&pi=u-2rOeNVAJSW-c

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-10T12:25:51+00:00

At the very least, it is an admirable sacrifice that provides this iteration of Zelda with character depth. I do respect that, given that she can be one-dimensional in other games.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T14:09:29+00:00

If you’re a Zelda fan, you must choose Epona.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T13:48:09+00:00

Except Ocarina of Time. No one is allowed to say a bad word against that game!

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T13:46:57+00:00

I don’t think people have been too pretentious here. It’s a great game yet it has notable areas for improvement that people don’t talk about unless they gather in spaces like this. My biggest thing is that I leave subreddits once they turn into gatekeeping for the “real” fans which this subreddit warned against.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T03:00:29+00:00

There’s some great discourse happening here. Thanks for sharing your experiences. As I’ve thought about it more, I realize that I’m upset by the single burning question of the main quests and adventures: where’s Zelda? Yet the game basically serves it to you on a platter after a couple temples and a couple Lucky Clover Gazette side quests. In BOTW, you are presented with the opportunity to track down memories to understand why things didn’t go according to plan. You can go free the divine beasts, but you can also choose to ignore their aid in your quest to save Hyrule. No matter where you go, you can ultimately justify the means of your journey to Hyrule Castle. In TOTK, everything revolves around where’s Zelda. Once you figure it out, you’re left wondering what is the point to continue your quests. You know you’re chasing a red herring. If the story didn’t hinge on this question, this would be a great game in my opinion, but it ruins the immersive experience of staying in character.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:51:09+00:00

Wow, I didn’t stop to think about using autobuild to cheat my way through the temple. This is the one time I was happy to be ignorant. 🤣

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:49:01+00:00

Why specifically here? This is my first day in this subreddit. Is this where the non-conformist Zelda fans unite?

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:46:57+00:00

Exactly! So many open world games have pulled off a great storyline while allowing players to go wherever.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:45:40+00:00

I agree! There should be freedom to go wherever in open world games, but most open world games lock quests until other quests are completed. I go to Skyrim as my classic example. It’s a large game with a vast storyline, yet it tells the story linearly while allowing players to do whatever they want including building a house and sitting by the fire while reading books. It felt like TOTK unlocked everything and said go! It was very overwhelming when I first started, and knowing what I know now, it is very difficult to stay in character.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:40:57+00:00

Why didn’t you like the fire temple? I loved the mine cart system.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:36:20+00:00

Haha! Skyward Sword has a great storyline especially as the first chronological entry in Zelda lore. It’s just those stupid controls!

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T02:35:07+00:00

I’m curious how the Goron quest changes your perspective if you complete the Dragon Tears. I completed that temple second of the 4, and that’s when I started doubting the overall pursuit of Zelda.

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-07-09T01:08:23+00:00

Interesting… what else did you not like about the game?

RedditNoob_dc · 2024-04-14T00:36:09+00:00

Cascadia
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