More than ten years after its release, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim continues to amaze. If we thought we had seen everything between the official extensions and the hundreds of mods available, new free content has just captivated fans: Midnight Suna real alternative campaign created by an enthusiast under the nickname Kittytail.
This free expansion is not a simple cosmetic improvement or an overhaul of the interface: it is a complete adventure, designed as a narrative extension of the original game. The action takes place in the Boreal Valley, a mysterious and isolated new area, where the player is accompanied by an alchemist named Stella. On the program: exploration of sinister environments, supernatural confrontations and an assumed twilight atmosphere.
An expansion designed as a homage to Dark Souls 3
Midnight Sun stands out for its heavy and disturbing atmosphere, which is strongly reminiscent of the universe of Dark Souls 3. Dark crypts, haunted castles and ruined structures give this campaign its own identity, far removed from the classic Nordic atmosphere of Skyrim. It is no coincidence that Kittytail speaks of a long-term project, which he himself describes as “one of his biggest projects in a long time”, completed “on the last scheduled day” after four months of intensive development.
Inspiration is also felt in the higher difficulty, the fights against particularly tough mini-bosses, or even the strategic management of skills. Midnight Sun also introduces a new progression system with new spells and objectsto unlock according to your play style.
Simple installation, direct access to adventure
Good news for PC players: Midnight Sun is already available for download via Skyrim Nexus Mods. Once installed, the quest is launched immediately: simply go to Morthal, in the Moorside inn, and consult a book entitled The Other Side, volume 1. This gesture triggers the adventure, without detours or level prerequisites.
The integration is smooth, and no content seems blocked or hidden. The creator also assures that “nothing is definitively lost”, offering a complete experience without missed content due to a bad choice or a failed quest.
An enthusiastic welcome from the first PC players
The feedback from the first explorers is unanimous. On specialized forums, praise is pouring in: “I love the gloomy atmosphere, the crypts to explore and above all, the design of the castle is simply brilliant,” comments a user. Another highlights “the richness of the world, the finesse of the writing and the quality of the sound environment”. The mod impresses with its custom voice acting and meticulously scattered details in every corner.
Unfortunately for console players, this gem remains a PC exclusive for the moment, like the majority of Skyrim mods of this scale.
Even more reasons to rediscover Skyrim in 2025
Midnight Sun is not just another mod. It embodies the vitality that only the PC Skyrim community knows how to maintain, twelve years after the game’s initial release. This free expansion proves that there is still plenty to experience in Skyrim – if you know where to look.
And for those who thought they’d seen it all, perhaps it’s time to reinstall the game once again, light a torch, and explore the Boreal Valley by moonlight.