Hunting Elk in Skyrim [Game On]

Skyrim, Bethesda’s followup to the critically acclaimed The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion from 2006 offers an unparalleled experience in immersion.  In fact, that’s very much the reason I chose the title of this post.  As much as I wanted to continue the main quest I have ended up spending hours just marveling at the world or hunting wildlife. While I’m really talking about first impressions of the game, the truth is that a large part of that first impression is just how seamlessly the game pulls you into its world and refuses to let go. At the onset of the game, you find yourself imprisoned with a range of other criminals on a caravan headed for the chopping block in the village of Helgen. Shortly thereafter, a soldier finds that you aren’t actually on the same list as the rest of the accused and at this point you build your character the way it sees fit. With 10 different races to choose from and each with their own unique abilities and backstories, there is a lot of flexibility in building out your character.  Your race isn’t purely aesthetic either- the various denizens of Skyrim react differently depending on the race you choose.  As far as the aesthetics do go though the options for making your character your own are staggering from choosing your skin color to body proportions, tattoos, scars, and more!  Of course, after this is done a dragon shows up and pretty much ruins your execution – boo. All jokes aside though, Skyrim is thrilling from jump street. The fantasy world into which you’re plunged is so far beyond vast it’s staggering.  While many games can make the claim, Skyrim demands you rethink the entire concept of gaming. Skyrim isn’t about winning though you could certainly...