As heavily rumoured over the past few weeks, gaming studio Bethesda has been working on a remaster of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion. And to double down on the rumour, they haven’t just confirmed it — the game is available to play right now!
Screenshot leaks and descriptions from online stores were all it took for the leaks to gather pace. It’s not clear if today’s release of the remastered game was always due to happen, if the leaks were intentional to build buzz, or if the whole thing has been a rush to counter the leaks. But the game is here to play now on Xbox Series X|S, PC (Steam), and PlayStation 5.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered announcement
Here’s how Bethesda announced it:
It’s been thrilling for all of us here at Bethesda to revisit a game so close to our hearts with Oblivion Remastered. When we started this project in 2021, we aimed to breathe new life into a chapter of The Elder Scrolls that set the path for so many of our games after it. We never wanted to remake it – but remaster it – where the original game was there as you remember playing it, but seen through today’s technology.
We were so fortunate to work with an unbelievable team and partners at Virtuos. Even though we had worked together before, we had never attempted something on this scale. Every piece of art, animation, special effects, and part of the world would be remastered. Some new voices would be recorded, while keeping the originals there as well. Game systems were updated to feel better in your hands. Leveling systems modified for smoother progression and balance. We looked at every part and carefully upgraded it. But most of all, we never wanted to change the core. It’s still a game from a previous era and should feel like one.
We know many of our longtime fans will be thrilled to revisit Oblivion and the land of Cyrodiil. But there are also so many who have never played it. We can’t thank you enough for all the support you have given us and our games over the years. Our hope with this remaster is, that no matter who you are, when you step out of the Imperial sewer – you feel like you’re experiencing it for the first time. We can’t wait to hear about your adventures.
All our best,
Bethesda Game Studios
Return to Tamriel and close shut the jaws of Oblivion in The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
— Bethesda Game Studios (@BethesdaStudios) April 22, 2025
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The 2006 Game of the Year has been updated, we’re told, not just with stunning all-new visuals, but also refined gameplay.
Two editions to choose
You can get the remaster in two editions, Deluxe and Standard.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Deluxe Edition
- Digital base game
- New quests for unique digital Akatosh and Mehrunes Dagon Armors, Weapons, and Horse Armor Sets
- Digital Artbook and Soundtrack App
- Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine story expansions
- Additional downloadable content: Fighter’s Stronghold, Spell Tomes, Vile Lair, Mehrune’s Razor, The Thieves Den, Wizard’s Tower, The Orrery, and Horse Armor Pack
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered Standard Edition
- Digital base game
- Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine story expansions
- Additional downloadable content: Fighter’s Stronghold, Spell Tomes, Vile Lair, Mehrune’s Razor, The Thieves Den, Wizard’s Tower, The Orrery, and Horse Armor Pack
There is no word on a physical release at this stage, but given the hype, it could happen.
The game will set you back upwards of £49.99 depending on which edition you choose. Let’s hope this is successful enough for Bethesda to start remastering some of its other classics…
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Christian Cawley is a writer and editor who covers consumer electronics, IT, and entertainment media. He has written for publications such as Computer Weekly, Linux Format, MakeUseOf.com, and Tech Radar.
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