Bethesda has unveiled that The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is now available, but with a surprising twist: it will not include official mod support. This announcement has sparked discussions within the gaming community, especially given the original game's robust modding culture. Dive deeper to understand the implications for modders and the game's reception following its unexpected release.
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Bethesda Confirms No Mod Support for Oblivion Remastered
During Bethesda's recent official reveal livestream, they announced the immediate availability of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered. The presentation highlighted significant enhancements over the original version, yet the absence of mod support has left many fans disappointed.
According to Bethesda's official support page, Oblivion Remastered will not feature official mod support. No explanation was provided for this decision, which is particularly surprising given Bethesda's history of supporting modding communities with tools like the Creation Kit for games such as Fallout 4, Skyrim, and Starfield.
Despite this setback, the modding community remains active. Fans are using the original game's Creation Kit to adapt mods for the remastered version. Discussions on platforms like Reddit reveal how modders are adjusting to the game's new foundation on Unreal Engine 5.
Oblivion Remastered on VR
Even without official mod support, enthusiasts have already begun exploring Oblivion Remastered in virtual reality. Just three hours after its launch, fans utilized UEVR, a tool designed to enable VR play, to experience the game in a new dimension. YouTuber LunchAndVR shared a video of early VR tests, showcasing the game running smoothly at 70 fps on a setup featuring a GeForce RTX 4090, Intel Core i9-13900, and 64GB of RAM, with medium graphics settings and DLSS enabled.
These initial tests suggest that with further optimization, Oblivion Remastered could offer a compelling VR experience.
The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is available now on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S (included in Xbox Game Pass), and PC. Stay updated with the latest news and developments by checking out our dedicated article below!
