Oblivion Remastered: Old Mods Breathe New Life into the Classic RPG
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has arrived, and while Bethesda isn't offering official mod support, the community is already discovering ways to enhance their experience. Surprisingly, many mods from the 2006 original are proving compatible with the new release, offering a nostalgic yet fresh twist to the game.
Players have found that dropping older .esp mod files into the "Content/Dev/ObvData/Data" folder allows them to access familiar content. One user on Reddit noted that the game seemingly interprets the new version as its base, ensuring a relatively smooth integration process. Kyle Orland from Ars Technica confirmed this with a test, successfully adding high-end weapons and armor using a 2008 mod.
While the original game's Oblivion Mod Manager can't directly install mods in the Remastered version, a bit of manual work unlocks a wealth of possibilities. By manually adding the .esp file name to the "Plugins.txt" file, players can experience mods they loved from the original game.
However, not all mods work flawlessly. Early testers caution that complex mods can lead to crashes or other issues. The community is actively investigating the extent of this backward compatibility. Despite the lack of official tools, resourceful modders have already released new mods tweaked specifically for the Remastered edition.
These new mods focus on enhancing the game's user interface and overall experience. Some players are especially fond of mods that increase the speed of slow-walking NPCs, addressing a common frustration. More advanced mods, which would replace assets, will entail more work.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered offers both Standard and Deluxe editions. The Deluxe Edition comes packed with extra content, including new quests for unique digital Akatosh and Mehrunes Dagon Armors, Weapons, and Horse Armor Sets, a Digital Artbook and Soundtrack App, and all previously released story expansions and downloadable content.
The fact that many original Oblivion mods function in the Remastered version speaks volumes about the dedication of the game's fan base and the enduring quality of the original release.
Are you planning to explore which mods are working? Let us know in the comments below which features make the remaster exciting!
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Is Oblivion remastered on PS4?
Bethesda has released Oblivion Remastered for Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 5 and PC.
How long is the Oblivion remaster?
Oblivion Remastered's main quest can be completed in about 20-25 hours, while engaging in a majority of its side-quests can push that number well past 70-80 hours.
Does Oblivion Remaster run on Steam Deck?
Remaster definitely runs on Steam Deck with no fuss, but it doesn't look good or run particularly well. The starter dungeon can mostly keep to a solid 30 fps, but as you'd expect, the open world proves patchy at best.
Will Oblivion Remaster be physical?
The base variant of the game is priced at $49.99 on all platform stores (Steam, PlayStation Store, Microsoft Store). However, all of these are digital versions. But what about physical editions? As of now, there is no physical edition of Oblivion remastered.
