Bethesda has officially stated that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered does not include support for official mods. However, this hasn't deterred the passionate fanbase, as dedicated fans have already released several unofficial mods.
Within hours of the surprise release of Bethesda and Virtuos’ Oblivion Remastered on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, a selection of community mods surfaced on the renowned site, Nexus Mods. These initial mods may be small in scope, focusing mostly on customization, but they underscore the unwavering commitment of The Elder Scrolls modding community.
At the time of writing, an impressive 22 mods are already listed on the site. The first mod to be released offers PC players the option to customize their desktop by swapping out the default Oblivion Remastered shortcut with an image of the game's infamous Adoring Fan. Other mods available include those that allow players to bypass the introductory Bethesda and Virtuos logo screens, as well as mods that modify gameplay elements such as tweaking the Wizard’s Fury spell and removing the in-game compass.Despite Bethesda typically promoting mod support in its games, the company confirmed that Oblivion Remastered would not feature official mod support. This information was shared in an FAQ section on its website.
In a bold move, Nexus Mods user GodschildGaming released their Iron Longsword damage mod, aiming to demonstrate that modding Oblivion Remastered is still feasible. "This is just to prove modding is possible," they stated in the mod's description. "Bethesda says no mod support, I say false. It really is Unreal slapped on top of Oblivion, the data folder is nested in a lot more folders but same concept."
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The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered was released today, marking 19 years since the original game's debut, and is available on PC and consoles. As the game reaches more players in the coming weeks and months, the array of mods is expected to grow, offering increasingly unique ways to personalize your gaming experience. In the meantime, you can explore discussions on why some players consider today’s release more of a remake than a remaster and the reasoning behind Bethesda's decision to label it as "Remastered."
For those diving into Oblivion Remastered, we offer a detailed guide covering everything from an Interactive Map, comprehensive Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and all Guild Quests, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First, among other resources.
