Bethesda has confirmed that The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered does not feature official mod support, yet this hasn't deterred the game's dedicated fanbase from creating unofficial mods. Just hours after Bethesda and Virtuos shadow-dropped the reimagined version for PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X and S, a handful of community mods surfaced on the popular website Nexus Mods. These initial mods, while mostly small customization options, underscore the unwavering dedication of The Elder Scrolls modding community.
At the time of this article's publication, an impressive 22 mods were 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. Other mods enable players to skip the introduction screens featuring the Bethesda and Virtuos logos. Additionally, mods that tweak the Wizard’s Fury spell and remove the compass are among those already enhancing gameplay customization.
This wave of early mods comes despite Bethesda's announcement that Oblivion Remastered would not include official mod support. This was detailed in an FAQ section on their website, confirming that players would need to look elsewhere for mods. However, Nexus Mods user GodschildGaming uploaded their Iron Longsword damage mod to demonstrate that modding is still very much possible.
“This is just to prove modding is possible,” they stated in the mod’s description. “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.”
The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered launched today, 19 years after the original, across 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 increasingly diverse ways to tailor the gaming experience. While we await more mods, you can explore why some players believe today's release leans more towards a remake than a remaster, and why Bethesda chose to label it as "Remastered."
For a comprehensive guide to Oblivion Remastered, including an expansive Interactive Map, complete Walkthroughs for the Main Questline and every Guild Quest, tips on How to Build the Perfect Character, and Things to Do First, be sure to check out our detailed resources.
