As someone who loved the original 2006 masterpiece and also believes it to be one of the best RPGs of all time (sorry, Skyrim); The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is exactly what a remaster should be. A faithful recreation of the classic, modernized with enhanced visuals and slight gameplay improvements. This is a breathtaking new version, and Oblivion Remastered is now cheaper than ever thanks to a huge discount.
A few months ago, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered hit its lowest price, but only for one day. It was a whopping 33% off, so I was able to get it right away. However, there’s another chance to get one of this year’s best PC games at the same discounted price.
Developed by Virtuos with the oversight of Bethesda Game Studios, Oblivion Remastered recreates the same fantasy magic of the 2006 original, but with significant improvements in UE5. Painstakingly remastered and faithfully recreated, it retains the atmosphere and beauty of the Bethesda classic.
You are a hero of Kvatch, tasked with closing the gate to the Daedric realm of Oblivion. However, in familiar Elder Scrolls fashion, the main plot is just the gateway to a gorgeous open world, with characters encountering a number of memorable quests to complete, whether it’s stopping the end of the world or catching a potato thief. Oblivion also gives you the freedom to be your own type of hero, from a dastardly assassin to a spell-throwing sorcerer.
The best thing about keeping everything faithful, though, is that it works for longtime fans and gives new players a polished version on their first playthrough. As Nat says in his 8/10 Oblivion Remastered review, “For new viewers, it’s a great chance to see why it’s so beloved, and for older fans, it’s a nostalgic return to Bethesda’s golden days.”
However, thankfully you’re willing to wait for a sale to get your hands on this remaster, so now’s the perfect time. Right now, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is just $33.74 / £33.74, which is 33% off Fanatical’s regular price. If you’ve been waiting for news on The Elder Scrolls 6’s release date, this is a great way to kill time.
After your first playthrough, we recommend checking out our list of the best Oblivion Remastered mods. Mods are a special part of Bethesda RPG, from balancing the experience to great quality of life fixes. However, to make your character the strongest possible, you must first secure the best Oblivion Remastered weapons.
