The Forgotten City
⚪ Last updated 2017⚠️ Install Order · 3 steps
Install in this order, then this mod last — most mods fail to load without their framework and dependencies in place.
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🔍 Analysis
- 👍 5.0% endorsement rate — high engagement, a strong quality signal
- 🏆 #9 of 53 Quests and Adventures mods in this game by downloads
📋 About This Mod
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SUMMARY
The Forgotten City is the first mod in history to win a national Writers' Guild award with its script. It is a critically acclaimed expansion mod offering a unique 6 - 8 hour experience: a murder mystery investigation set in an ancient underground city. You'll need to solve it using your wits, and the ability to travel through time. It has a dark, non-linear story in which you'll interrogate suspects, explore the city and its many secrets, and navigate challenging moral dilemmas. It features multiple endings, an original orchestral score, and professionally voiced dialogue.
PLEASE NOTE: A remastered version is available for Skyrim Special Edition here!
PRAISE FOR THE FORGOTTEN CITY
"The story here is, no doubt, the best of any Skyrim mod. It's so good, that it really reminds me of Blockbuster movies like Inception, Interstellar, and especially Edge of Tomorrow, and it's so cinematic as well, especially the custom composed soundtrack." MxR, Skyrim Mods Weekly
"Amazing... it's a super dynamic story... how the mod utilizes paradoxes and time loops is fantastic... one of the most thrilling quests we've ever played..." Brodual
“The production values, for a mod, are completely ridiculous... The Forgotten City is a pretty big deal.” Kotaku
“An incredibly polished & insanely well done Skyrim mod. You owe it to yourself to check it out.” ShoddyCast
"Finishing the game was a bittersweet moment... brought true joy to my heart. I’ll even go as far as saying I teared up a bit." Giga Geek Magazine
“This mod is the best quest and new land mod I’ve downloaded since I started covering Skyrim mods. I mean it." theDeModcracy, Skyrim weekly mods
The Forgotten City is a critically acclaimed quest mod that won a national Writers' Guild award for its script. It offers a unique 6-8 hour murder mystery investigation set in an ancient city, making it a standout expansion for players seeking a narrative-driven experience.
✨ Key Features
📊 Pros & Cons
✅ Pros
- Award-winning script that sets a new standard for mod storytelling.
- Substantial 6-8 hour campaign that feels like a full expansion.
- Massive community trust with over 31,000 endorsements and 628,000 downloads.
⚠️ Cons
- Last updated in 2017, so may have compatibility issues with newer game versions.
- Requires a significant time investment, not a quick side quest.
For players who crave deep, narrative-driven quests and appreciate award-winning writing. If you're a fan of mystery and investigation in a historical setting, this is a must-play. Skip if you prefer fast-paced action or short quests.
💡 Beginner Tips
- Ensure your game is updated to a version compatible with 2017 mods, as this mod hasn't been updated since then.
- Consider using a mod manager to easily enable and disable this mod if you encounter conflicts.
- Set aside a few hours to fully immerse yourself in the story, as it's a lengthy experience.
📊 Mod Details
- Game
- Skyrim LE Mods
- Author
- Nick James Pearce
- Version
- 1.8.1
- Downloads
- 628,277
- Endorsements
- 31,322
- Category
- Quests and Adventures
- Created
- 10/3/2015
- Updated
- 8/31/2017
🔗 Required By 6 Mods
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