This article was last updated based on information available from the 2021 Anniversary Edition transition period. For the latest version compatibility information, refer to the official SKSE website.
, you must match its version number exactly to your game's executable version. For Steam (Latest 2024/2025): You likely have game version . You need SKSE build 2.2.6 For GOG (Latest): You likely have game version . You need SKSE build 2.2.6 (GOG version) Anniversary Edition " (Original Nov 2021 release): If your game is still on version , you would need an older archived build from Skyrim Script Extender (SKSE) How to Check Your Game Version Go to your Skyrim installation folder (usually in Steam/steamapps/common/Skyrim Special Edition Right-click on SkyrimSE.exe and select Properties Navigate to the tab and look for Product Version skse for skyrim 1147 2021
: Right-click SkyrimSE.exe in your game folder, select Properties > Details , and check the Product Version . This article was last updated based on information
Conversely, if you have the "1147" build (1.5.97) but downloaded the current SKSE, you will see: "Expected 1.5.97, got 1.6.640" – In this case, delete the new SKSE files and install Build 2.0.20. For Steam (Latest 2024/2025): You likely have game version