Bethesda has confirmed that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered does not feature official mod support. However, this hasn't deterred the dedicated fans, who have already begun releasing a variety of unofficial mods.
Just hours after Bethesda and Virtuos’ Oblivion reimagining was shadow-dropped for players on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, a handful of community mods surfaced on the popular website Nexus Mods. Although these mods mostly offer small customization options, they demonstrate the unwavering dedication of The Elder Scrolls modding community.
As of the publication of this article, an impressive 22 mods are already available on the site. The *first mod to be released* allows PC players to personalize their desktop by replacing the default Oblivion Remastered shortcut with one of two images featuring the game's infamous Adoring Fan. Several mods also enable players to *skip the introduction screens* featuring the Bethesda and Virtuos logos. Additionally, mods such as *one that adjusts the Wizard’s Fury spell* and *another that removes the compass* are already providing options to enhance gameplay customization.The emergence of these early mods coincides with Bethesda's announcement that Oblivion Remastered lacks official mod support. This decision was detailed in the FAQ section on their website, confirming that players would need to seek mods from external sources.
Nexus Mods user GodschildGaming contributed an Iron Longsword damage mod, partly to demonstrate that modding Oblivion Remastered is still feasible. In the mod's description, they stated, “This is just to prove modding is possible. 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, 19 years after the original, available on PC and consoles. As more players dive into the game in the coming weeks and months, the pool of mods is expected to grow, offering even more unique ways to personalize the gaming experience. While awaiting further mod releases, you can explore why some players believe this release is more of a remake than a remaster and the reasons behind Bethesda's decision to label it as "Remastered."
For a deeper dive into Oblivion Remastered, check out our comprehensive guide, which includes an expansive Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, and a list of Things to Do First, among other resources.
