Oblivion Remastered: Top Features Fans Demand from Bethesda

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been in the hands of eager fans for nearly a week, and the community has already compiled a wish list of desired updates. Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos surprised everyone with a shadow-drop of this long-rumored remaster last Tuesday. Players have been exploring the revamped world of Cyrodiil, enjoying the refreshed graphics and subtle gameplay tweaks designed to enhance the experience for both new and returning adventurers. With the addition of a sprint mechanic, players are now buzzing with ideas on what other improvements could elevate their journey through this beloved universe.

Bethesda has actively sought player feedback through its official Discord, inviting the community to share their vision for the game's future. While it's uncertain how many of these suggestions will be implemented, it's evident that Bethesda is keen on listening to its fans. Here are some of the most popular requests that have risen to the top of the community's wish list:

One of the standout new features in Oblivion Remastered is the sprint mechanic, which allows players to traverse the Planes of Oblivion more quickly. However, the current sprint animation has been described as awkward, with the character's hunched posture and exaggerated arm swings. Fans are calling for a more natural-looking sprint animation, while others suggest adding a toggle to switch between the new and original sprint styles, acknowledging the series' charm for its unique quirks.

More Customization Options

Social media is buzzing with creative character designs, but many players feel the character creation system in Oblivion Remastered could use more depth. Top requests include additional hair options and more body customization tools such as height and weight adjustments. There's also a strong desire for the ability to change appearance later in the game, allowing for greater personal expression and flexibility.

One week post-launch, difficulty settings are a hot topic among Oblivion Remastered players. Many feel that the Adept mode is too easy, while the Expert mode is excessively challenging. The community is advocating for a difficulty slider or additional options to fine-tune the challenge level, potentially recreating the original game's balance. One Discord user pleaded, "We need difficulty sliders, please! Adept is way too easy and mindless, but expert is too grindy. Honestly can’t play before a patch arrives."

Mod Support

Given Bethesda's long-standing support for modding, the absence of official mod support in Oblivion Remastered at launch was a surprise to many. While unofficial mods are already available for PC users, console players are left out. The community is hopeful that Bethesda and Virtuos will introduce official mod support, which would not only streamline the modding experience on PC but also extend it to consoles.

Spell Organization

As players delve deeper into Oblivion Remastered, they're facing a cluttered spell menu. With the vast number of spells available, navigating to the right one can be cumbersome. Fans are requesting options to sort and hide spells, making the gameplay experience smoother. A Discord user noted, "There should be a way to remove spells from your spell book. Once you start making custom spells and level up, your spell list becomes unmanageable."

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Map clearing/Soul Gems

Exploration is at the heart of the Elder Scrolls experience, and players are requesting a UI update to make map navigation clearer. They want to easily identify cleared locations to avoid revisiting dungeons they've already explored. Similarly, there's a call for a more intuitive system to identify Soul Gem types, mirroring the clarity found in Skyrim.

Performance Fixes

Performance issues, though not widespread, have been reported across platforms. Recent backend updates have caused graphic glitches and framerate drops, particularly on PC. Bethesda is already working on fixes, and the community anticipates that future updates will address these and other performance concerns to ensure a smoother gameplay experience.

While awaiting official updates, PC players can already enjoy a variety of mods that address some of these community requests, including new sprint animations and enhanced customization options. For those eager to explore more, there are reports of players venturing beyond Cyrodiil into Valenwood, Skyrim, and even Hammerfell, the rumored setting of The Elder Scrolls VI.

For comprehensive coverage of Oblivion Remastered, check out our detailed guides, including an Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and all PC Cheat Codes.