Today, fans of The Elder Scrolls series are celebrating after Bethesda generously gifted free game keys for *The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered* to the entire team behind the beloved mod, Skyblivion. In a heartfelt post on BlueSky, the Skyblivion team expressed their gratitude, stating, "As massive fans, we're beyond grateful for the generous gift of Oblivion Remastered game keys for our entire modding team! This means so much to us. Thank you for everything, Bethesda!"
Skyblivion is an ambitious fan-made remake of *The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion*, crafted by the dedicated volunteers at TESRenewal. Utilizing Bethesda's Creation Engine, this project seeks to reimagine the world of Oblivion within the framework of its sequel, Skyrim. Initially starting as a simple port over a decade ago, Skyblivion has since evolved into a comprehensive remake, promising enhanced features and fresh content. We had the chance to interview one of the developers back in 2021, and the project is slated for release this year.
The relationship between Bethesda and the Skyblivion team has been described as "very good terms." As rumors of an official Oblivion remaster surfaced, some fans speculated that Bethesda might be preempting Skyblivion. However, the Skyblivion team recently addressed these concerns, emphasizing that Bethesda has consistently supported community projects like theirs. They reassured fans that "there is no need for comparisons or a sense of competition" between the two versions.
It's worth noting that *Oblivion Remastered* does not come with official mod support, yet the community has already begun developing unofficial mods shortly after its release. Both versions of Oblivion offer unique experiences: Skyblivion, for instance, is exclusively for PC, while *Oblivion Remastered* lacks the new and enhanced content promised by Skyblivion. Instead, *Oblivion Remastered* includes the horse armor DLC for Deluxe Edition buyers. Each version boasts a distinct aesthetic and approach to blending elements of Skyrim with the original Oblivion. While *Oblivion Remastered* is available now, fans eagerly awaiting Skyblivion will need to wait a bit longer.
As we anticipate the release of Skyblivion, you can delve into why some players think today’s release is more of a remake than a remaster and explore the reasoning behind Bethesda's decision to label it as "Remastered."
For those diving into *Oblivion Remastered*, we have a comprehensive guide covering everything from an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, to tips on How to Build the Perfect Character and Things to Do First.
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