The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered has been delighting players for nearly a week now, and the community has already compiled a wishlist of enhancements they hope to see implemented. Bethesda Game Studios and Virtuos surprised everyone with the unexpected release of this long-rumored remaster last Tuesday, prompting fans to dive back into the world of Cyrodiil. While the remaster largely retains the original's vibrant landscapes and infamous Oblivion Gates with a fresh visual overhaul, several gameplay tweaks have been introduced to enhance the experience for new players, including the addition of a sprint mechanic. This has sparked a conversation among fans about potential further improvements.
In response to player feedback, Bethesda has engaged with the community on their official Discord, seeking suggestions for future updates. Although it's uncertain how many of these ideas will make it into the game, it's evident that Bethesda is actively considering player input. Here are some of the top-requested enhancements from the community:
Less Awkward Sprinting
The new sprint feature in Oblivion Remastered allows for quicker movement across the expansive world, but the current sprint animation has been described as awkward. Players have noted that the character's hunched posture and exaggerated arm swinging detract from the experience. Given the Elder Scrolls series' reputation for quirky animations, fans are calling for adjustments to make the sprint look more natural. Some even suggest adding an option to toggle between the existing animation and a more streamlined one.
More Customization Options
The character creation system in Oblivion Remastered has sparked creativity across social media, but players crave more options. Requests include additional hair styles and more detailed body customization, such as height and weight adjustments. Furthermore, there's a strong desire for the ability to alter one's appearance later in the game, allowing for greater personal expression and flexibility.
Difficulty Balance
One week post-launch, the difficulty settings in Oblivion Remastered are under scrutiny. Many feel that the Adept mode is too lenient, while Expert mode is excessively challenging. Players are advocating for a difficulty slider or additional options to fine-tune the game's challenge, potentially recreating the original's difficulty balance. "We need difficulty sliders, please!" one Discord user pleaded. "Adept is way too easy and mindless, but expert is too grindy. Honestly can’t play before a patch arrives."
Mod Support
Given Bethesda's longstanding support for modding, the absence of official mod support in Oblivion Remastered at launch was unexpected. While PC players have found unofficial workarounds, console players are left wanting. The community hopes for official mod support to enhance the game on both platforms, offering a smoother and more integrated modding experience.
Spell Organization
As players accumulate hours in Oblivion Remastered, managing an ever-growing list of spells becomes cumbersome. Suggestions include options to sort, hide, or even remove spells from the spell book to streamline the menu experience. "There should be a way to remove spells from your spell book," a Discord user suggested. "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 cornerstone of the Elder Scrolls experience, and players are requesting a UI update to clearly indicate cleared locations on the map, preventing unnecessary revisits. Additionally, the community is pushing for a more straightforward way to identify Soul Gem types, similar to the system in The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim, where the gem's contents are visible in its name.
Performance Fixes
While many have enjoyed a smooth experience with Oblivion Remastered, there have been reports of performance issues across all platforms, including framerate drops, bugs, and visual glitches. A recent backend update exacerbated these problems, prompting Bethesda to promise a fix. Future updates are expected to address these performance concerns and enhance the overall gameplay experience.
While awaiting official updates, PC players can already explore a variety of mods that address some of these community requests, including improved sprint animations and expanded customization options. For those eager to delve deeper into Oblivion Remastered, we offer comprehensive resources, including an Interactive Map, detailed Walkthroughs for the main and guild quests, guides on How to Build the Perfect Character, Things to Do First, and a list of PC Cheat Codes.
