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==Controversy==
Bethesda and [[Wikipedia:Valve Corporation|Valve]] partnered in 2015 to make paid mods to ''Skyrim'' available to players on the [[Wikipedia:Steam (software)|Steam]] Workshop, but pulled back the feature after backlash from the community.<ref>[https://www.polygon.com/2015/4/27/8505883/valve-removing-paid-mods-from-steam Valve kills paid mods on Steam, will refund Skyrim mod buyers]</ref> Bethesda later posted a blog responding to the controversy, at one point stating the following on the issue:<ref>[https://www.bethblog.com/2015/04/27/why-were-trying-paid-skyrim-mods-on-steam/ Skyrim Mods: Why We Gave It a Shot]</ref>
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Bethesda and [[Wikipedia:Valve Corporation|Valve]] partnered in 2015 to make [[w:c:tes-mods:Paid Mods|paid mods]] to ''Skyrim'' available to players on the [[Wikipedia:Steam (software)|Steam]] Workshop, but pulled back the feature after backlash from the community.<ref>[https://www.polygon.com/2015/4/27/8505883/valve-removing-paid-mods-from-steam Valve kills paid mods on Steam, will refund Skyrim mod buyers]</ref> Bethesda later posted a blog responding to the controversy, at one point stating the following on the issue:<ref>[https://www.bethblog.com/2015/04/27/why-were-trying-paid-skyrim-mods-on-steam/ Skyrim Mods: Why We Gave It a Shot]</ref>
   
 
<div class="blockquote">''"After discussion with Valve, and listening to our community, paid mods are being removed from Steam Workshop. Even though we had the best intentions, the feedback has been clear – this is not a feature you want. Your support means everything to us, and we hear you."''</div>
 
<div class="blockquote">''"After discussion with Valve, and listening to our community, paid mods are being removed from Steam Workshop. Even though we had the best intentions, the feedback has been clear – this is not a feature you want. Your support means everything to us, and we hear you."''</div>

Revision as of 01:42, 31 August 2019

Creation Club

The Creation Club logo.

The Creation Club is an addition to the Skyrim Special Edition which allows users to purchase mods which have been officially sanctioned by Bethesda Softworks. Players can make use of the Creation Club from PC, Xbox One, and PlayStation 4.

Unlike external mods, Creation Club mods do not disable achievements.[1] To access the Creation Club, open the Skyrim Special Edition and click the "Creation Club" button on the main menu.

Pricing

Creation Club Menu

The Creation Club menu.

Creation Club mods can only be acquired in-game using Creation Club "credits," which must be purchased by the player separately, similar to the use of Crowns in the Crown Store for The Elder Scrolls Online. These credits may be bought in packs, as follows:

Credits icon USD CAD GBP EUR AUD NZD
750 $7.99 $9.99 £5.99 €6,99 $10.65 $11.25
1,500 $14.99 $17.99 £10.99 €12,99 $19.95 $20.95
3,000 $24.99 $29.99 £18.99 €20,99 $33.45 $33.95
5,500 $39.99 $49.99 £29.99 €34,99 $52.45 $56.95

Available content

Image Name Credits Credits icon Description
Creation Club Adventurer's Backpack Adventurer's Backpack 400 Don't head off into the wilderness without your Adventurer's Backpack. Craft 16 variations with assorted effects! Created by Rob Vogel (fadingsignal). (Creation can be purchased at vendors and crafted via Forge.)
File:Creation Club Alternative Armors - Dwarven Mail.png Alternative Armors - Dwarven Mail 100 Includes four pieces of light Dwarven Mail armor as featured in The Elder Scrolls Blades! Quest by Kris Takahashi. (Obtained through a miscellaneous quest.)
File:Creation Club Alternative Armors - Stalhrim Fur.png Alternative Armors - Stalhrim Fur 100 Includes four pieces of heavy Stalhrim armor as featured in The Elder Scrolls: Blades! Quest by Kris Takahashi. (Obtained through a miscellaneous quest.)
Creation Club Arcane Accessories Arcane Accessories 100 From robes to grant spellcasting bonuses, to ancient tomes holding powerful spells like Paralysis Rune and Unbounded Frost, this pack will increase any mage's effectiveness. (Creations are obtained through a quest, and appear in containers in the world.)
Creation Club Arcane Archer Pack Arcane Archer Pack 150 Give your hunting a magickal [sic] [Do not change this to magical. This misspelled word is how it appears in-game.] advantage with equipment designed specifically for archers, like Telekinesis Arrows, Soul Stealer Arrows, Fire and Ice Arrows, Lightning Arrows, and a unique power that equips a Bound Quiver. (Creation is obtained through quest.)
Creation Club Arms of Chaos Arms of Chaos 500 The original Staff of Chaos, or Balac-thurm, was shattered into pieces and lost to time. In the years since, mages have sought to recreate its magic. Follow the path of these mages as you obtain an ancient ring and restore the artifacts of chaos, including two new staves and an enchanted amulet! Creation by PrivateEye. Quest by Kris Takahashi.
Creation Club Bone Wolf Bone Wolf 200 Despite being raised by necromancers, a Bone Wolf's true loyalty is earned through actions rather than magic. A faithful companion with a bone to pick, this skeletal pet will reward your friendship by carrying items and boosting your damage against the undead. Quest created by Skinnytechboy. (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Camping Camping 300 Make Skyrim that much more accommodating with this cozy movable campsite, complete with a lean-to for sleeping, campfire for warmth and some cooking, and a new fast travel market (Creation craftable via Forge)
Creation Club Chrysamere Chrysamere 300 Known as the Paladin's Blade and Sword of Heroes, this legendary claymore is imbued with powerful magic, like Fire Resistance, Spell Absorption, and devastating damage. (Creation is obtained through quest.)
Creation Club Civil War Champions Civil War Champions 600 In the midst of an unending war, the Stormcloaks and Imperials have agreed to a duel. Two champions are to meet on the field of battle, to decide once and for all whose warriors are the fiercest. Choose a side, don the armor of the champion, and prove your mettle. Created by Borja "Borx25" Franco. Quest created by Kris Takahashi.
File:Daedric Mail Armor.jpg Daedric Mail Armor 100 Includes three pieces of light Daedric Mail armor as featured in The Elder Scrolls Blades! Quest by Kris Takahashi. (Obtained through a miscellaneous quest.)
Creation Club Dawnfang & Duskfang Dawnfang & Duskfang 500 Sealed away in the depths of the Riften Ratways is a dark and terrible secret, and at its heart, a sword of two minds. Transformed by the light of the sun and the moons, Dawnfang and Duskfang grants you the power to wield fire and ice and drink the souls of the vanquished. But to do that, you must first free the soul that binds it. Quest created by Skinnytecboy. (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Divine Crusader Divine Crusader 500 Now you, too, can wield the powerful equipment of the Divine Crusader, Pelinal Whitestrake - once reserved only for the revered Knights of the Nine. Created by Maty743. (Creation features two sets of armor and two weapons, and is obtained through a quest.)
Creation Club Dwarven Armored Mudcrab Dwarven Armored Mudcrab 50 It's a mystery how, why, or where this faithful companion received his special armor, but one thing's for certain - nobody's seen a Mudcrab like this before. (Creation is obtained at vendor.)
Creation Club Elite Crossbows Elite Crossbows 400 The crossbow has long been the weapon of choice for skilled hunters, whether the prey be animals of the forest or creatures of the night. Forged from the rarest of metals, the Ebony and Elven crossbows represent two of the most deadly ranged weapons in all of Tamriel.
File:Elven Hunter Armor.jpg Elven Hunter Armor 100 Includes three pieces of light Elven Hunter armor as featured in The Elder Scrolls Blades! Quest by Kris Takahashi. (Obtained through a miscellaneous quest.)
Creation Club Expanded Crossbow Pack Expanded Crossbow Pack 750 Available now at the Fletcher in Solitude, eight crossbows made from the finest Tamrielic materials! Choose from simple but elegant crossbows of Imperial, Orcish, Silver, or Nordic design, or high grade versions of Glass, Stalhrim, Daedric and Dragonbone! Purchase these finely assembled weapons at the Fletcher, or acquire one and learn to craft them yourself! Created by Borja "Borx25" Franco.
Creation Club Forgotten Seasons Forgotten Seasons 1200 Forgotten Seasons offers a brand new dungeon adventure featuring work from a number of creators. In addition to its spacious exploration, the creation provides a myriad of unique rewards including a new mount, armor, items, and perks, many of which feature custom art assets and designs. Created by Trainwiz. Dwarven Crown by PrivateEye. Additional art support by Elianora. Addition [sic] [Do not change this to Additional. This misspelled word is how it appears in-game.] art support by Rob Vogel "fadingsignal". Additional design by Kris Takahashi.
Creation Club Lord's Mail Lord's Mail 300 The legendary Imperial relic known as The Lord's Mail is rumored to be in the possession of Redguard mercenaries. The Imperial Legion has ordered you to retrieve it by any means. (Creation is obtained via a quest.)
Creation Club Myrwatch Myrwatch 400 Deep in the heart of Hjaalmarch lies a tower of unknown provenance. Legends say it was a home and hearth, an exquisitely decorated residence built by mages who defected from the College of Winterhold. But whatever its secrets, the truth can only be known by finding a way in. Created by Elianora. (Creation obtained via quest.)
Creation Club Netch Leather Armor Netch Leather Armor 600 A tribe of hungry Rieklings seeks your aid to help hunt down a large bull netch. It's not the meat or jelly they wish to consume, however, but its leather. Help the tribe sate their stomachs or save them from their misguided appetites. Featuring the return of Netch Leather armor, including two additional skins. Quest by Kris Takahashi.
Creation Club Nix-Hound Nix-Hound 200 Found in the wilderness of Solstheim, a tamed Nix-Hound can be adopted as your faithful companion. Nix-Hounds can carry items, and scrounge for useful ingredients. (Creation is obtained via quest and hostile Nix-Hounds can be found in the Solstheim wilderness)
Creation Club Nordic Jewelry Nordic Jewelry 200 Beset with a jewel made of the highest quality stahlrim, these elegant, handcrafted jewelry pieces combine traditional Nordic design with an elegance fit for a Jarl. Each gem is expertly chosen for its purity, color, and magical affinity. The ornate setting is made of the finest quicksilver that is guaranteed to retain its finish. Choose from three craftable options including a Nordic amulet, ring, or circlet, and travel the holds of Skyrim with style and grace. (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Pets of Skyrim Pets of Skyrim 300 Become a powerful beastmaster with the Skyrim Pet Pack. Rescue tamed creatures and recruit them as your trusted followers. Use their unique abilities to adapt and thrive as you explore the breadth of Skyrim. From stealthy foxes to web-spinning spiders - as well as goats, rabbits, and skeeevers [sic] [Do not change this to skeevers. This misspelled word is how it appears in-game.] - you can recruit the pet that best matches your gameplay. With five different animal species to choose from, there's a fun and furry companion for every adventurer. Created by Virginia "Steelfeathers" Smith (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Plague of the Dead Plague of the Dead 400 In Skyrim, when the sun falls, the dead rise! Beat back the zombie hordes, and retrieve valuable Mort Flesh. (Creations appear at night at certain locations in the world and through a quest.)
Creation Club Rare Curios Rare Curios 100 Alchemists have always known that the rarest ingredients bring life to the most powerful potions. This is why Khajiit caravans have brought along rare imports from the far reaches of Tamriel, from the Ashlands of Morrowind to the twisted gardens of the Shivering Isles. With these ingredients in hand, you can craft new potions, arrows, and poisons, including the poisoned apple favored by assassins. You can also find rare stones crafted by the Ayleids, as things exotic and foreign make their way to Skyrim. (Creation added to Khajiit merchant vendors)
Creation Club Ruin's Edge Ruin's Edge 400 Wield this deadly dark bow, favored weapon of Syl, the Duchess of Dementia. Each arrow shot has the chance to cast a spell, like Paralyze, Silence, Demoralize or Frenzy. (Creation is obtained through quest.)
Creation Club Saturalia Holiday Pack Saturalia Holiday Pack 300 Once known as a day of debauchery, Saturalia has since transformed into a time of gift giving and cheer. Celebrate the holidays with these festive Saturalia garments, and spread merriment across Skyrim on your very own reindeer! Created by Virginia "Steelfeathers" Smith
Creation Club Shadowfoot Sanctum Shadowfoot Sanctum 400 A thief does not fear the dark, for they call the shadows home. Shadowfoot Sanctum is a brand new player domicile nestled in the dark underbelly of the Riften Ratways. With a secret sewer entrance and easy access to the Thieves Guild, Shadowfoot Sanctum provides both convenience and concealment for any aspiring thief, as well as a secret room to display your spoils with discretion. Created by Elianora. (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Shadowrend Shadowrend 300 To obtain the legendary Shadowrend – an enchanted sword or battleaxe of tremendous power – you need only face the most worthy foe imaginable: yourself. Quest implemented by Richard "unoctium" Edwards (Creation obtained via quest.)
Creation Club Spell Knight Armor Spell Knight Armor 400 Adorn the armor of the Spell Knight, the Keepers of the Crypt of Hearts, renowned throughout High Rock for their bravery and valor. Learn the story of the Spell Knight whose heart was stolen by a witch and obtain the armor that was their standard. The Spell Knight Armor comes in three variants, including iron, steel, and ebony! Creation by ElleH. Quest by Kris Takahashi.
Creation Club Staff of Hasedoki Staff of Hasedoki 250 It's said the wizard Hasedoki traveled all of Tamriel in search of his equal, before binding his soul to a staff. Through the years this mysterious weapon has changed many hands, as if warding off anyone who isn't worthy enough to claim it. Now, it's your turn. Quest created by Kris Takahashi. (Creation obtained via quest)
Creation Club Staff of Sheogorath Staff of Sheogorath 250 Symbol of office for the Madgod Sheogorath, this grotesque staff has the power to stop opponents in their tracks. (Creation is obtained through quest and includes extra bonus artifact, the Fork of Horripilation.)
Creation Club Stendarr's Hammer Stendarr's Hammer 200 Rumored to have been wielded by Stendarr, the God of Righteous Might and Merciful Forebearance himself, this two-handed hammer will deliver devastation to any foe. (Creation is obtained through quest.)
File:Studded Dragonscale Armor.jpg Studded Dragonscale Armor 100 Includes four pieces of light Dragonscale armor as featured in The Elder Scrolls Blades! Quest by Kris Takahashi. (Obtained through a miscellaneous quest.)
Creation Club Sunder & Wraithguard Sunder & Wraithguard 500 Crafted by the Dwemer Tonal Architect Lord Kagrenac, Sunder and Wraithguard represent two of the three tools created to tap into the Heart of Lorkhan. Imbued with ancient magic, the weapons are said to empower not only their wielder, but each other. Additional Art Support [sic] [Do not change this to art support. This misspelled word is how it appears in-game.] by Elianora.
Creation Club Survival Mode Survival Mode 500 In Survival Mode, your greatest adversary is Skyrim itself. Unrelenting cold, harsh wilderness, famine and fatigue - do you have the strength to endure? (Creation features new gameplay mode including new UI, and can be turned on or off in the Settings menu. For details, consult Help Menu. If you start a new character, Survival mode does not enable until after you leave character generation.)
Creation Club Tundra Homestead Tundra Homestead 300 Tundra Homestead provides a cozy cottage just outside Whiterun. Complete with crafting stations and fully furnished, this home is a quiet getaway from adventuring. Full support for spouses and adopted children included. Created by Elianora. (Creation obtained via quest.)
Creation Club Umbra Umbra 500 The history of this Daedric artifact is recounted in the rise and fall of those that have wielded it. Forged from wicked hands and vile mind, legend says that Umbra itself lives. Umbra introduces a brand new Skyrim dungeon featuring stunning visuals, puzzle solving, and an exhilarating boss fight! Additional art support by Elianora. (Creation is obtained through quest.)
Creation Club Vigil Enforcer Armor Set Vigil Enforcer Armor Set 600 While Stendarr may offer mercy, the Vigilant have none to spare. Among the ranks of these holy warriors are armored paladins who shed their priestly robes for hide and steel. Collect and craft four unique armor sets and deliver Stendarr's justice to both the abominations and those corrupted by them. Created by Maty743. Quest created by Kris Takahashi.
Creation Club Wild Horses Wild Horses 500 The horses of Skyrim are hardy and strong, and taming them requires grit and patience. Use a hostler's map to find these animals in the wild and mount them, and try not to get bucked! Once tamed, you can register them at the nearest stable and customize their saddles, as well as the saddles of any other horse you own. You may even find the rare unicorn brought back from dead, to right a wrong of the past. Created by Rob Vogel "fadingsignal" (Creation obtained via quests)

Limited-time content

The following items may become unavailable at any time.

Image Name Credits Credits icon Description
Creation Club Community Creator Bundle Community Creator Bundle 1200 Featuring 4 Creations from the community Creators including fadingsignal, Maty743, unoctium and Elianora. This Bundle includes Adventurer's Backpack, Tundra Homestead, Shadowrend and Divine Crusader, together are worth 1500 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Community Creator Bundle Vol. 2 Community Creator Bundle Vol. 2 2000 Featuring 6 Creations from an all-star cast of Community Creators including Borja "Borx25" Franco, Maty743, Kris Takahashi, Steelfeathers, Elianora, and Skinnytecboy. This Bundle includes Civil War Champions, Vigil Enforcer Armor Set, Saturalia Holiday Pack, Pets of Skyrim, Myrwatch, and Bone Wolf, a total value of 2400 credits! (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Divine Crusader and Chrysamere Bundle Divine Crusader and Chrysamere Bundle 600 FOR LIMITED TIME ONLY. This Bundle includes Divine Crusader and Chrysamere. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Dwarven Bundle Dwarven Bundle 1500 Featuring 2 Dungeon Adventures packed with Dwemer secrets! Includes Forgotten Seasons and Sunder & Wraithguard, a total value of 1700 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Elianora Home Bundle Elianora Home Bundle 750 The day begins and ends at home, but for the true adventurer, no single home will do. This bundle features three new homes from legendary creator Elianora, including Tundra Homestead, Myrwatch, and Shadowfoot Sanctum. Whether you want to relax in your private cottage, watch the skies from your mage's tower, or sleep softly in the shadows, these homes provide the perfect bookends for any journey. A total value of 1100 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Sheogorath Bundle Sheogorath Bundle 450 The Bundle includes Ruin's Edge and the Staff of Sheogorath. (No additional discounts are applied if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Survival Bundle Survival Bundle 900 The Bundle includes Survival Mode, Camping and Adventurer's Backpack, together are worth 1200 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club The Elder Scrolls 25th Anniversary Bundle The Elder Scrolls 25th Anniversary Bundle 2500 Celebrate a quarter century of Tamrielic legends and lore with the 25th Anniversary Bundle! This comprehensive offering brings classic weapons, staves, armor, beasts, and magical ingredients from events past and present to the world of Skyrim! It features a dozen creations in total, including Stendarr's Hammer, Staff of Sheogorath, Ruin's Edge, Divine Crusader, Chrysamere, Lord's Mail, Shadowrend, Nix-Hound, Rare Curios, Staff of Hasedoki, Sunder & Wraithguard, and Bone Wolf. A total value of 3500 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club The Sword, Backpack and Nix-Hound Bundle The Sword, Backpack and Nix-Hound Bundle 650 The Bundle includes Shadowrend, The Adventurer's Backpack, and the Nix-Hound, together are worth 900 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)
Creation Club Weapon Rack Bundle Weapon Rack Bundle 1200 The Bundle includes Stendarr's Hammer, Staff of Sheogorath, Staff of Hasedoki, Ruin's Edge, Chrysamere, and Shadowrend. Together are worth 1700 credits. (NOTE: The price does not change if you already own a Creation in this Bundle. To check if you already own a Creation, look under the Purchased tab.)

Controversy

Bethesda and Valve partnered in 2015 to make paid mods to Skyrim available to players on the Steam Workshop, but pulled back the feature after backlash from the community.[2] Bethesda later posted a blog responding to the controversy, at one point stating the following on the issue:[3]

"After discussion with Valve, and listening to our community, paid mods are being removed from Steam Workshop. Even though we had the best intentions, the feedback has been clear – this is not a feature you want. Your support means everything to us, and we hear you."

The introduction of the Creation Club for Skyrim Special Edition in 2017 was therefore surprising to many fans, who were under the impression that a similar platform would not be attempted again.[4] However, Bethesda addressed the issue with a note regarding comparisons between the Creation Club and "paid mods" on their website:[5]

"Is Creation Club paid mods? No. Mods will remain a free and open system where anyone can create and share what they’d like. Also, we won’t allow any existing mods to be retrofitted into Creation Club, it must all be original content. Most of the Creation Club content is created internally, some with external partners who have worked on our games, and some by external Creators. All the content is approved, curated, and taken through the full internal dev cycle; including localization, polishing, and testing. This also guarantees that all content works together. We’ve looked at many ways to do “paid mods”, and the problems outweigh the benefits. We’ve encountered many of those issues before. But, there’s a constant demand from our fans to add more official high quality content to our games, and while we are able to create a lot of it, we think many in our community have the talent to work directly with us and create some amazing new things."

Trivia

  • In the Arcane Archer Pack, arrows require certain items, such as Firewood.
  • Shadowrend in the creation resembles a retextured Daedric claymore from The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion.
  • Creations occasionally receive updates. These will need to be manually downloaded from the Creation Club's Update tab.

References

External links