Fable Anniversary vs The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
Which one is worth buying now, with today's prices and each game's recommendation.
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition wins 13 of 15 head-to-head metrics. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition is $17.70 cheaper.
Metric by metric
The winner of each row gets a ✓. No row weighs more than another; the recommendation is calculated separately.
| Metric | Fable Anniversary | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| GameValio scoreRecommendation: Maybe × Worth It | 59 | 74 |
| Quality | 70 | 87 |
| Value | 56 | 67 |
| Popularity | 34 | 54 |
| Current Best Price (USD) | $27.29 | $9.59 |
| Steam Review Score | 86.1% positive | 94.4% positive |
| Average Concurrent Players (14 days) | 159 | 29.6K |
Where to buy
The 3 cheapest stores for each game
Fable Anniversary
GAMIVO Cheapest Key marketplace$27.29−22%Buy 
Kinguin Key marketplace$32.85−6%Buy 
Green Man Gaming Authorized reseller$34.99Buy The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
Eneba Cheapest Key marketplace$9.59−76%Buy GAMIVO Key marketplace$11.99−70%Buy Kinguin Key marketplace$12.44−69%Buy Side by side over time
Fable AnniversaryThe Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition
Details and requirements
| Item | Fable Anniversary | The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Release date | September 12, 2014 | October 27, 2016 |
| Developers | Lionhead Studios | Bethesda Game Studios |
| Publishers | Xbox Game Studios | Bethesda Softworks |
| Platforms | Windows | Windows |
| OS (minimum) | Windows 7/8 64bit | Windows 7/8.1/10 (64-bit Version) |
| Processor (minimum) | Intel Core2 Quad 2.33GHz | Intel i5-2400/AMD FX-8320 |
| Memory (minimum) | 4 GB RAM | 8 GB RAM |
| Graphics (minimum) | Nvidia GeForce GTX 260 | NVIDIA GTX 780 3GB /AMD R9 290 4GB |
| DirectX (minimum) | Version 9.0 | — |
| Storage (minimum) | 10 GB available space | 12 GB available space |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: Fable Anniversary or The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition won the comparison against Fable Anniversary based on the head-to-head metric breakdown. Check the metrics table above for a full side-by-side analysis.
How is the comparison calculated?
The comparison winner is determined objectively by counting which game wins more individual metrics in the head-to-head table. No weighting is applied. The GameValio Recommendation shown separately is our own suggestion for each game, based on a weighted score that combines quality (reviews), popularity (player counts), and affordability (price vs value) into a score out of 100. These are two different things: the comparison is objective, the recommendation is GameValio's opinion.
Is Fable Anniversary worth buying over The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition?
Based on the metrics, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition won the direct comparison. However, also check the GameValio Recommendation for each game and the price comparison table to make the most informed purchase decision.
Which game has better player reviews?
Review score trends and volume over time are shown in the charts section above. The game with consistently higher positive ratios has stronger community reception.
Which game offers better value for money?
The affordability score and price comparison table above highlight the best deals. The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim Special Edition currently scores better on value relative to its quality and price.
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Analysis updated: Oct 24, 2026, 03:42 PM UTC