Oblivion Remaster Drops Like a Bombshell — And It’s Stunning
Alright, so this just happened — and as a long-time Elder Scrolls fan, I still can’t quite believe it. After almost two decades, The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion has officially been remastered and released, and no, this isn’t a drill. Bethesda went ahead and pulled a total stealth move, announcing the remaster and immediately launching it on the same day. Just like that, one of the most beloved RPGs of all time is back, with a fresh coat of Unreal Engine 5 magic and a ton of quality-of-life upgrades.
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The remaster isn’t just a simple upscale either. It’s been rebuilt in parts by Virtuos — the same studio behind Dark Souls: Remastered . The visuals? Absolutely beautiful. Everything from lighting to textures has been completely overhauled. It feels like walking through Cyrodiil for the first time all over again. And yes, it still holds onto that classic Bethesda feel, because while it's now powered by Unreal, it still uses pieces of the original engine to retain its essence. It's like meeting an old friend who just got a glow-up but still laughs the same way.
Combat’s tighter now. Animations are smoother, the UI’s more intuitive, and there’s finally a sprint button. Yeah, a sprint button — no more awkward hopping across Tamriel. The leveling system has been tweaked, too, bringing it more in line with what modern RPG players expect. But what’s really cool is that, underneath all the upgrades, it's still the same deeply immersive game filled with daedric plots, radiant AI, and that unforgettable musical score.
As for modding — the heart and soul of the Bethesda fandom — details are still scarce. We’re all hoping the Nexus community gets the tools to go wild again, but so far, Bethesda’s being a bit quiet on whether older mods will carry over or how easy the game will be to mod this time around. That said, if history’s taught us anything, modders will find a way.
The best part? If you’re on Game Pass, you can jump in right now on Xbox or PC without paying a dime extra. Otherwise, it’s available on PlayStation 5, Steam, and Xbox Series X for $49.99. Honestly, for what this remaster offers, it’s a solid deal — especially for those of us who’ve been dreaming about this since 2006.
And yes, the question we’re all asking: Can you still stack paintbrushes into the sky? No confirmation yet, but here’s hoping some of those hilarious bugs made the jump — because what’s Oblivion without a little chaos?
All in all, this remaster feels like a love letter to longtime fans and a perfect gateway for newcomers. Whether you're reliving nostalgia or diving in for the first time, Cyrodiil’s calling again — and it’s never looked better.
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