"Oblivion Remastered Lacks Official Mod Support, Despite Thriving Modding Community"

Bethesda has officially launched The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered, bringing a refreshed experience of the beloved classic to fans worldwide. During their reveal livestream, the developers highlighted the significant enhancements made to the game, promising a more immersive and visually stunning journey through Cyrodiil. However, a notable omission from the announcement was the lack of official mod support for the remastered version.

According to Bethesda's support page, Oblivion Remastered will not feature official mod support, a decision that has surprised many in the gaming community. This is particularly striking given Bethesda's historical support for modding, having released official modding tools like the Creation Kit for titles such as Fallout 4, Skyrim, and Starfield. Despite this, the modding community has not been deterred. Enthusiasts are actively attempting to adapt existing mods using the original game's Creation Kit, with reports indicating successful integration so far. Discussions on platforms like Reddit showcase how modders are navigating the challenges of modding a game now powered by Unreal Engine 5.

In another exciting development, fans have already begun exploring Oblivion Remastered in virtual reality. Just three hours after its release, players started using UEVR, a mod tool that enables games to be played in VR, to experience the remastered world of Oblivion. A video posted by YouTuber LunchAndVR demonstrates an early test of the game in VR, utilizing UEVR and motion controls. The footage, captured on a setup with a GeForce RTX 4090, Intel Core i9-13900, 64GB RAM, and running at 70 fps on medium graphics with DLSS, suggests that with further optimization, Oblivion Remastered could offer a compelling VR experience.

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is now available across multiple platforms, including PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S (also accessible through Xbox Game Pass), and PC. For the latest updates and insights into the game, be sure to check out our dedicated article.