What are the major differences between Oblivion and Oblivion Remastered

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is now live, and it has a fair number of differences from the older version. There's a gap of almost two decades between the OG release and the new one. The Remastered Edition includes some amazing features, and this guide will help you learn everything you need to know about it. Unreal Engine V Image via Bethesda The new version is a blend of new and old. Bethesda stayed with the original engine when it comes to the core gameplay systems while bringing significantly better visuals thanks to the superior capabilities of the Unreal Engine 5. While the requirements for the new version are higher than those for the older version of the game, the graphics look sharper and crisper compared to the dated OG version (which was good for its time but will be considered dated in 2025). Fresh content with the Deluxe Edition The Deluxe Edition brings new content, including quests for Akatosh and Mohrunas, Dragon armors, weapons, and horse armor sets. You'll also receive two fresh sets of weapons: Weapons of Orders and Weapons of Cataclysm. Story Expansions Screenshot by Bethesda The Digital version also packs in the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine digital story expansions available for all as separate downloadable content. These expansions were previously released with the original Oblivion but they were not immediately available alongside the base game. Overall, the expansions are perfect for those who are looking to get a full experience, and get additional hours of gameplay. Third-person view You play how you want. While you can always stick to the classic experience of the 2006 version, there's a new third-person view to enjoy as well. This different POV seems to work pretty well. New combat animations Image by Destructoid While I have always loved the combat mechanics of The Elder Scrolls games, Oblivion Remastered has fresh combat animations using a feedback-based system, offering greater immersion. The post What are the major differences between Oblivion and Oblivion Remastered appeared first on Destructoid.

May 4, 2025 - 18:30

What are the major differences between Oblivion and Oblivion Remastered

The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered is now live, and it has a fair number of differences from the older version.

There's a gap of almost two decades between the OG release and the new one. The Remastered Edition includes some amazing features, and this guide will help you learn everything you need to know about it.

Unreal Engine V

Oblivion Remastered featured image — Image via Bethesda

The new version is a blend of new and old. Bethesda stayed with the original engine when it comes to the core gameplay systems while bringing significantly better visuals thanks to the superior capabilities of the Unreal Engine 5.

While the requirements for the new version are higher than those for the older version of the game, the graphics look sharper and crisper compared to the dated OG version (which was good for its time but will be considered dated in 2025).

Fresh content with the Deluxe Edition

The Deluxe Edition brings new content, including quests for Akatosh and Mohrunas, Dragon armors, weapons, and horse armor sets. You'll also receive two fresh sets of weapons: Weapons of Orders and Weapons of Cataclysm.

Story Expansions

Janus Hassildor in Oblivion Remastered — Screenshot by Bethesda

The Digital version also packs in the Shivering Isles and Knights of the Nine digital story expansions available for all as separate downloadable content. These expansions were previously released with the original Oblivion but they were not immediately available alongside the base game. Overall, the expansions are perfect for those who are looking to get a full experience, and get additional hours of gameplay.

Third-person view

You play how you want. While you can always stick to the classic experience of the 2006 version, there's a new third-person view to enjoy as well. This different POV seems to work pretty well.

New combat animations

The Hero walks sword in hand. — Image by Destructoid

While I have always loved the combat mechanics of The Elder Scrolls games, Oblivion Remastered has fresh combat animations using a feedback-based system, offering greater immersion.

The post What are the major differences between Oblivion and Oblivion Remastered appeared first on Destructoid.