Bethesda Game Studios has recently clarified why their latest release, The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, developed by Virtuos, is not being labeled as a remake. In a detailed post on X/Twitter, the studio behind the iconic fantasy RPG series outlined their reasoning for choosing the term "remaster" over "remake."
Bethesda emphasized that their goal was to enhance the original game to meet today's technological standards while preserving its core essence. "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," they stated. This approach aims to provide both new and returning players with a nostalgic yet refreshed experience of the game.
The release of Oblivion Remastered has brought significant visual enhancements and gameplay modifications, including the addition of sprinting and a new level-up system that blends elements from both the original Oblivion and The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim. Despite the extensive updates, Bethesda insists that the game remains true to its roots, maintaining the feel of a game from a previous era.
"We looked at every part and carefully upgraded it," Bethesda explained. "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."
The studio expressed gratitude to both longtime fans eager to revisit the world of Cyrodiil and newcomers experiencing the game for the first time. "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," they added.
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is now available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X and S, and through Xbox Game Pass Ultimate. For those diving into the remastered world, comprehensive resources are available, including an interactive map, detailed walkthroughs for main and guild quests, character building guides, and more.
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