The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remaster Launches Today - Live Updates and First Reactions
RPG fans can now return to Cyrodiil in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, which has launched with significant graphical upgrades while maintaining the core gameplay that made the original a classic.
The remaster runs on Unreal Engine 5 for enhanced visuals while preserving the original game logic underneath. Notable features include:
- All original DLC included, including the infamous Horse Armor
- Steam Deck verified
- 119.2 GB install size (26x larger than original)
- Classic features preserved:
- Original lockpicking minigame
- Dialogue persuasion system
- Iconic guard dialogue
- Characteristic NPC appearances
System Requirements:
- Minimum: i7 6800K, 16GB RAM, GTX 1070 Ti
- Recommended: i5 10600K, 32GB RAM, RTX 2080

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The remaster saw immediate success with over 120,000 concurrent players within hours of launch. Developed by Virtuos Studios in partnership with Bethesda, it aims to be a "love letter" to the original while bringing modern visual enhancements.
The game maintains its quirky charm with the infamous Adoring Fan, unique NPC faces, and memorable dialogue intact. While graphically enhanced, it preserves the distinctive Bethesda characteristics that fans remember.

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The Deluxe Edition offers additional horse armor options for $10 more, a nod to the original's controversial DLC that helped establish modern microtransaction practices.
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