Fans of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion are celebrating the game's unintentional comedy, sharing clips of chaotic and hilarious moments featuring wonky physics and aloof NPCs. The game's signature jank and quirky edges have sparked a minor internet resurgence, prompting discussions about the potential remaster or remake of the game, with some expressing concern that modern updates might smooth over its endearing quirks.
Fans of The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion are celebrating the game's unintentional comedy, showcasing its signature jank and hilarious NPCs through chaotic clips and nostalgic reminiscences. While there are rumors of a potential remaster or remake, some fans question whether modernizing the game would detract from its quirky charm. Meanwhile, leaks suggest that Bethesda may also be considering remastering or remaking Fallout 3, and The Elder Scrolls 6 is expected to continue Skyrim's magic system.
Wes Johnson, the iconic voice actor known for his roles in Bethesda games such as Oblivion and Fallout 3, has returned in Starfield as Ron Hope, the CEO of HopeTech. Johnson is famous for his portrayal of various characters in Bethesda games, including the Imperial Watch in Oblivion. Starfield has already achieved significant success, with over one million players concurrently playing the game upon its release.
The team of modders working on Skyblivion, a mod that remasters The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion in Skyrim's engine, have released a roadmap video detailing their progress. The remaster's exterior environments are mostly completed, while interiors are 40% done. The team has developed 77 out of 199 quests and 1,893 out of 2,508 3D assets. Skyblivion is set for release in 2025 at the latest, and will include 17 new musical tracks. The mod has been in development since 2012 and is separate from the Morrowind-in-Skyrim game called Skywind.
The fan-made Elder Scrolls Oblivion remake, Skyblivion, built entirely within Skyrim, has released new footage showcasing the world map, interior locations, 3D assets, and quests. The project began development in 2012 and is expected to be released by 2025. The team has completed 3632 cells of the game's 4391 total, with only a third of the navigational mesh built in so far. The Skyblivion team is still looking for volunteers to help complete the project.
The modding team behind Skyblivion, a remake of The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion in Skyrim, has released new gameplay footage in a developer diary. The mod will be modular, allowing players to choose which enhancements they want to install. Skyblivion is set to release in 2025 and aims to bring Oblivion to a new generation of gamers while re-introducing it to long-time fans of the series.
Craig Sechler, the original voice actor of Oblivion's "Adoring Fan," confirmed his return in Starfield through a comical video after the character's appearance in the Xbox Games Showcase 2023. The Adoring Fan is known for his irritating behavior and excessive praise, but he will join the player's ship crew and give gifts as part of the "Hero Worshipped" trait in Starfield.
Bethesda's upcoming game Starfield will include the Adoring Fan, a fan-favorite meme character from The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, as part of its optional Traits system. The "Hero Worshipped" trait will cause the Adoring Fan to join the player's crew and shower them with gifts. The character's face and mannerisms are the same as in Oblivion, and the dialogue box even refers to him as "Adoring Fan" when he approaches the player. Starfield is set to release on September 6.
