Oblivion Remastered: Top Features Fans Demand from Bethesda

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has captivated players for nearly a week now, and the community has quickly compiled a list of desired updates they hope to see implemented. Following the surprise release by Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos last Tuesday, fans have been diving back into Cyrodiil, exploring how this updated version stacks up against the 2006 classic. While much of the world remains the same with enhanced visuals, key gameplay adjustments have been made to enhance the experience for new players, including the addition of a sprint mechanic. This has sparked a conversation about what further enhancements could elevate the game even more.

Bethesda has been actively engaging with the community, using their official Discord to gather player feedback on potential updates for Oblivion Remastered. While it's uncertain which suggestions will make it into the game, the company is clearly committed to considering fan input. Here are some of the most popular requests from the community:

Less Awkward Sprinting

The sprint feature in Oblivion Remastered, while a welcome addition, has been criticized for its awkward animation. Players have noted that the hunched-over, swinging-arm sprint feels out of place in the world of Tamriel. Many are hoping for an update that either refines this animation to appear more natural or introduces a toggle to switch between the current and a more conventional sprint style.

More Customization Options

The character creation system in Oblivion Remastered has inspired a plethora of creative designs across social media, yet many players believe it could offer more. Requests include additional hair styles and more extensive body customization options like height and weight adjustments. Moreover, players are eager for the ability to alter their character's appearance mid-game, adding a new layer of personalization and freedom to their journey.

Difficulty Balance

A week post-launch, the difficulty settings in Oblivion Remastered have become a hot topic. Many find the Adept mode too easy and the Expert mode overly challenging. There's a strong call for a difficulty slider or additional options that would allow players to fine-tune their experience, potentially recreating the original game's challenge level. As one player put it on Discord, "Adept is way too easy and mindless, but Expert is too grindy. Honestly can't play before a patch arrives."

Mod Support

Bethesda's commitment to modding has been well-established over the years, making the absence of mod support in Oblivion Remastered a surprise to many. While unofficial mods are already circulating among PC players, console gamers are left out. The community is hopeful that official mod support will be added, enhancing the game's customization and longevity for all players.

Spell Organization

With hundreds of hours spent in-game, players are overwhelmed by the sheer number of spells in their menus. The suggestion for an update that allows for sorting and hiding spells has gained traction, with many echoing the sentiment that managing a spell book becomes unmanageable as custom spells and levels accumulate. As one user noted on Discord, "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 a hallmark of The Elder Scrolls series, yet players are finding the current map UI in Oblivion Remastered to be less than ideal. They're requesting an update that clearly indicates whether a location has been cleared, preventing unnecessary revisits. Similarly, the identification of Soul Gems is proving cumbersome, with players wishing for a system similar to that in Skyrim, where the gem's contents are visible at a glance.

Performance Fixes

Despite a generally smooth experience, Oblivion Remastered has not been immune to performance issues across platforms, including framerate drops, bugs, and visual glitches. These problems were amplified by a recent backend update that caused graphical issues and reduced access to settings, particularly on PC. Bethesda has confirmed they are working on a solution, suggesting that future updates may also address these performance concerns.

While awaiting official updates, PC players can already enhance their experience with hundreds of available mods, some of which address the community's most requested features, such as improved sprint animations and expanded customization options. For those eager to explore more, there are extensive resources available, including reports of players venturing beyond Cyrodiil, comprehensive guides, interactive maps, walkthroughs, and tips on character building and gameplay strategies.